Reporter

Heather Kelly

About

Heather Kelly brings a diverse career background to her work as a News and Traffic Reporter for KSL NewsRadio. With previous experience in both aviation and veterinary medicine—including as a hospital director—Heather ultimately found her passion in broadcasting.

She loves learning something new with every interview, whether it’s for a breaking news story or her award-winning podcast, Money Making Sense. Heather’s long-term goal is to host her own talk show, where her enthusiasm for discovery and storytelling can continue to shine.

Expertise

  • Science and Entertainment News
  • Traffic Reporting
  • Podcast Interviews
  • Personal Finance Journalism

Experience

Traffic Reporter

  • 20 years of traffic reporting experience across major radio platforms

Podcast Host, Money Making Sense

  • 8 years of podcasting focused on personal finance topics

Education

Bachelor of Science in Aviation
Minor in Theatre Arts

Certifications

Achievements & Awards

  • 3-time Edward R. Murrow Award winner
  • 5-time finalist, People’s Choice Podcast Awards
  • Money Making Sense ranked 27th Best Personal Finance Podcast globally

Social Media Profiles

Call before you dig: Stay safe during your home projects

A lot of people are using their time away from work to do projects in their yards.  But, Dominion Energy says, not so fast. State law says you need to call 811 before you dig.
6 years ago

Former Gov. Leavitt: not everyone will be able to be tested for coronavirus

"The most important thing is that people who are seriously sick become tested," former HHS Secretary Mike Leavitt said about coronavirus testing.
6 years ago

A building moves to make room for exit ramp on Bangerter Highway

An owner is moving their building to make room for a new exit ramp on Bangerter Highway.
6 years ago

A call goes out for 3-D printer masks from Provo police

3-D printer masks are protecting law enforcement during the pandemic, but the Provo Police Department is asking for the public to help make more.
6 years ago

New website lets you support local restaurants, give virtual tips to servers

It's no secret: Businesses across the country are struggling with coronavirus restrictions in place, with local restaurants facing bigger challenges.
7 years ago

It’s official: Utahns are #1 panic grocery shoppers

The tracking website Womply.com monitors grocery store spending. Utahns spent 261% more last week at the grocery stores than the same week a year ago.
7 years ago

The food supply is fine, retailers assure anxious Utahns

Even though some grocery shelves are bare, the food supply is fine, Utah suppliers want residents to know - and it's OK to return to normal buying habits.
7 years ago

Kaysville police tell the public: Cops need toilet paper, too!

In the meantime, if you are male and plan to visit the Kaysville City Police Department, you may need to bring your own toilet paper.
7 years ago

A gas tax hike could be coming to Utah, if the governor gets his way

Gov. Herbert says even though the Utah gas tax was raised a few years ago, it was not fully adjusted for inflation for the 20-years before that.  And now the state's road fund is dwindling.
7 years ago

Salt Lake County goes green-er with new air quality campaign

Salt Lake County Mayor Jenny Wilson, who says air quality is one of her top priorities, says she's excited to see these new initiatives roll out. 
7 years ago

A new UDOT safety ramp can’t come fast enough for a Bear Lake neighborhood

The semi-driver had never driven on that steep of a hill before and put his truck into a bizarre configuration.  He lost air to his compression brakes and was unable to stop.
7 years ago

Do substitute teachers need sensitivity training? A new bill would require it

The Utah Senate Education Committee endorsed a bill requiring sensitivity training for substitute teachers.
7 years ago

Utah’s first medical cannabis pharmacy is open for business

The first Salt Lake City pharmacy ready to dispense medical cannabis prescriptions. The second is expected to open later this month.
7 years ago

Over 100 vehicle crash closes I-80 in Wyoming

A winter storm that blew through Utah Sunday caused a chain reaction crash in Wyoming involving more than 50 vehicles and forcing the closure of I-80, likely through tomorrow morning. 
7 years ago

Coronavirus concern: why it exists

Coronavirus concern exists because it mutated from animals to humans, and it is unknown if it will mutate again.
7 years ago

Facebook bans phony coronavirus cure ads

The ban is aimed at ads saying face masks are 100-percent guaranteed to prevent the COVID-19 coronavirus or that drinking bleach will cure you if you already have the virus.
7 years ago

Costco bans non-members from their food court

Have a hankering for slice of pizza and frozen yogurt at the Costco food court? Starting in March, you'll need to have a membership to enjoy it.
7 years ago

Step-father of missing Idaho kids speaks to ABC

ABC News reporter Marcus Moore found Chad Daybell at a Hawaiian gas station where he gave sparse comments about the ongoing case of his two missing step kids from Idaho, JJ Vallow and Tylee Ryan.
7 years ago

3 trapped firefighters helped by police officers without fire gear

They had to unpin firefighters from their situation and then drag them out to where they could be treated for their injuries. All without fire gear.
7 years ago

Bloomberg to Utah: President Trump won last night’s Democratic debate

"The real winner of the debate last night was Donald Trump," Michael Bloomberg told Utah voters a day after he took debate fire from his fellow Democrats.
7 years ago

Salt Lake School District teachers plan to walk out of class

Educators in the Salt Lake School District are planning a teacher walk out after sending a list of demands to the state legislature.
7 years ago

80-year-old woman saved from 30-thousand dollar shipping scam

The package didn't feel right.  It was too bulky.  Plus the magazines were out of date.
7 years ago

Ticket buyers, beware: scalpers are out to rip you off

The founders of Hale Center Theatre say scalpers are scamming ticket buyers, conning them into paying many times above face value for shows.
7 years ago

Canyons reopen to major traffic jams as powder hounds return

Both Big and Little Cottonwood Canyons experienced traffic jams as skiers and snowboarders rushed to take advantage of all the fresh powder.
7 years ago