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Utah School Furries Controversy: Students Testify, Stage Walkout; District Denies Claims

Apr 19, 2024, 03:02 AM

Recent reports from a Utah school have sparked controversy regarding students identifying as 'furries'—individuals who adopt animal personas. Allegations have emerged of these students engaging in disruptive behaviors such as biting, scratching, spraying air freshener, and chasing other students. Despite these claims, the Nebo School District has officially stated that the accusations are 'completely unfounded.' The issue has attracted significant media attention, with differing accounts about the extent of the phenomenon and its impact on school dynamics, including students testifying and staging a walkout.