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Holy War rivalry football game gets early kickoff time: Local business reacts

By ABC4 · October 28, 2026 · 1 min read
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SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) — The Holy War. The pinnacle of Utah football is set to take place on Saturday Nov. 7, and although the matchup is highly anticipated, local businesses are adjusting their game day plans for an early wake up call.

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