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Mariah Maynes

Mariah Maynes is a reporter at KSL NewsRadio. She is passionate about reporting on adventure, outdoors, and environmental topics. She can be reached at mmaynes@bonneville.com

Some resorts are adopting wastewater for snowmaking. Could Utah ski resorts follow suit?

Ski resorts across the U.S. and abroad are exploring using wastewater to make snow. Is it allowed here in Utah?
9 months ago

Guitar Czar to close after 32 years, cites tariffs among reasons

Guitar Czar, a Utah music store that's been open 32 years, said it will close, citing tariffs, a slow economy and changing customer behavior.
10 months ago

Retired University of Utah percussion professor receives prestigious award

A retired University of Utah percussion professor was recently honored with a prestigious award from the Percussive Arts Society.
10 months ago

It’s almost time for backcountry skiing. Here’s how you can start preparing now

Early October snow has some excited for backcountry skiing. Professionals say it's never too early to start preparing your mind and body.
10 months ago

Monday marked the beginning of astronomical autumn. What does that mean?

Sept. 22 marked the autumn equinox — the official start to astronomical fall. What exactly does that mean?
10 months ago

Flagpole installed illegally on Black Rock near Great Salt Lake, state agency mulls over removal

A flagpole was illegally installed on Black Rock near Great Salt Lake, leaving officials debating if they should leave it.
10 months ago

Red Cross teams up with Snoopy to incentivize platelet donation

The American Red Cross is teaming up with a beloved cartoon character to incentivize people to donate platelets this autumn.
10 months ago

2 men charged for possession of fake dynamite

SALT LAKE CITY —Two men accused of placing a bomb under a news truck earlier this month are now facing felony state charges, but not for that bomb. Salt Lake County District Attorney Sim Gill said Adil and Adeeb Nasir are facing charges of manufacturing, possessing or using a hoax weapon of mass destruction. In […]
10 months ago

UCAIR to help residents replace their gas-powered leaf blowers

With help from UCAIR and its partners, some Utah residents will be able trade in their gas-powered leaf blowers for electric models.
11 months ago

Officials conduct prescribed burn at Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge

On Sept. 15, officials carried out a prescribed burn to control an invasive plant species in the Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge.
11 months ago

Hundreds of thousands of Utahns suffer with chronic loneliness, study finds

A study found that over 218,000 Utahns suffer from chronic loneliness.
11 months ago

Three Utah scenic drives rank on list of nation’s favorite gravel roads

A recent survey by a Florida-based Hyundai dealership ranked gravel roads in the U.S. Which Utah scenic drives made the list?
11 months ago

Harmful algae detected in Blackridge Reservoir

Blackridge Reservoir in Herriman was closed after officials detected harmful algae on Sept. 8.
11 months ago

Great Salt Lake in a glass: Utah bartender creates cocktail inspired by lake ecology

Post Office Place Bartender April Long chose to pay tribute to the troubled Great Salt Lake with one of her latest concoctions.
11 months ago

Utah license plates rank among favorites in the US

A recent study ranked two Utah license plates among the country's most popular designs.
11 months ago

Should the Roadless Rule be rescinded? The USDA wants your opinion

In a new development in the debate over rescinding the Roadless Rule, the USDA will open a public comment period on Aug. 29.
11 months ago

Rice Eccles Stadium to transform into Utah’s largest yoga studio for fundraiser

On Sept. 13, Rice Eccles Stadium will serve as a venue for the state's largest yoga class. The event is to raise funds for a nonprofit.
11 months ago

National Park Service celebrates 109th anniversary

In honor of the National Park Service's 109th birthday, take a look into the history of Utah's five national parks.
11 months ago

From Italy to SLC: Strada Cucina Italiana combines traditional flavors with affordable prices

For owner Matteo Sogne, opening Strada Cucina Italiana in downtown is a sort of dream come true.
12 months ago

Salt Lake Plaza Hotel to shut down, be demolished

Salt Lake Plaza Hotel will shut down on Nov. 1, then be demolished.
12 months ago

2025 snowpack forecast alarms Great Salt Lake advocates

Advocates of the Great Salt Lake are worried after a forecast predicted low snowpack for winter 2025-2026.
12 months ago

Brian Head Resort aims to be the state’s first ski resort open for 2025 season

Brian Head Resort hopes to be the first Utah ski area to open for the 2025-2026 season.
12 months ago

Capitol Reef Scenic Drive will be open to cyclists, pedestrians on these Sept. days

Capitol Reef Scenic Drive, which has been under construction, will be open exclusively to pedestrians and cyclists from sunrise to 2 p.m. on Sept. 27 and 28.
12 months ago

Meet Lizzie Wenger, the artist behind colorful murals featuring desert landscapes

Utah Artist Lizzie Wenger uses paint to create colorful, detailed paintings of the state's beautiful landscapes.
12 months ago