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Gov Herbert declares December 19 Wreaths Across America Day in Utah...
Mark Jackson and Ryan Meeks

Gov Herbert declares December 19 Wreaths Across America Day in Utah

Saturday morning Governor Gary Herbert declared December 19, 2020, as Wreaths Across America Day in Utah to thank veterans for their service.
3 years ago
last minute gardener wordpress...
Caitlyn Johnston

These last-minute gifts could be perfect for your weekend gardener

It's easy to give a smile to the gardeners in your life! Just include one of these last-minute gifts under the tree or in a stocking!
3 years ago
president nelson video church handbook prejudice updates...
Becky Bruce and Mary Richards

Church updates General Handbook, calls for members to “abandon” prejudice

Updates to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints' General Handbook calls on members to "abandon attitudes and actions of prejudice." 
3 years ago
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Emily Ashmead

Holiday traditions: the pandemic pivot

December has brought all the usual holiday hustle, but the formula of gifts, goodies, and gathering has been turned upside down. Some solutions have been easy, think online shopping and grocery pickup, but others pose a more lasting question. How are we going to gather with family over the holidays and celebrate traditions?  KSL NewsRadio […]
3 years ago
Church leaders Congratulate President-elect Joe Biden...
Ryan Meeks

Church leaders Congratulate Joe Biden and Kamala Harris

The statement from Church leadership comes after the official count by of U.S. Electoral College votes on Monday affirming Biden's win.
3 years ago
Mayor Lori Lightfoot wears one of Hayley's creations. (Office of Mayor Lightfoot)...
Caralyn Ryan, CNN

7-year-old’s bracelet making raises $20,000 for hospital pandemic gear

A few months and more than 8,000 bracelets later, Hayley has raised more than $20,000, helping the hospital purchase personal protective equipment (PPE) and support research efforts.
3 years ago
Live Nativity scene Herriman Utah...
Simone Seikaly

Follow the star to a live Nativity scene in Herriman

Following a ten-foot illuminated star in Herriman tonight will lead you to a live Nativity scene, featuring animals, soldiers and a baby.
3 years ago
utah commencement...
John Wojcik

Utah high school graduation rate climbs for eighth consecutive year

Female students in Utah had a higher graduation rate than males at 90.6% compared to 85.9%, although both groups slightly improved over the previous year.
3 years ago
influencer charity...
Kelli Pierce

Utah social media influencer raises big money for local children’s charity

When the influencer heard that the charity For The Kids needed 450 food kits for children in need, she asked her followers to donate. And they did.
3 years ago
swing hayes...
Mary Richards

Heart of Utah – A swing for Hayes

A special package arrived in the mail for a Utah family on the four-year anniversary of the death of their son, Hayes -- a swing, with a special story.
3 years ago
Photo by Cody Blowers, St. George News. ( https://bit.ly/39HePDf ) Used with permission....
Ryan Meeks

Searchers find body near vehicle that rolled off a cliff

Police in Washington County are investigating after a search and rescue team found a body near a vehicle that reportedly crashed off a cliff. 
3 years ago
forgiveness #forgivingwednesday...
Boyd Matheson

OPINION: We need to follow #GivingTuesday with #ForgivingWednesday

There is a #GivingTuesday, so why not a #ForgivingWednesday? In this opinion piece, Boyd reminds his listeners that forgiving is really a gift to yourself.
3 years ago
the utah food bank need...
Curt Gresseth

Since pandemic started, Utah Food Bank sees hunger need triple

 The Utah Food Bank, which is the largest nonprofit in the state, is giving away 6 million pounds of food a month -- which is triple the demand since April.
3 years ago
navajo strong...
Mary Richards

Heart of Utah: Navajo Strong

The Navajo Nation is one area that has truly been hard hit by the pandemic. And Utahns are finding ways to give and donate in unprecedented ways. 
3 years ago
most charitable state...
Saige Miller

Despite the pandemic, rent in Salt Lake City continues to rise

Including last month's average 2% rent increase, Salt Lake City ranked 56 out of 100 cities in the nation for the highest rent prices. 
3 years ago
ban on team practices high school swim team pool restrictions protest...
Becky Bruce

High school swim teams argue for eased pool restrictions

Mayor Jenny Wilson's office said the county will consider easing pool restrictions for high school swim teams once case counts start to go back down.
3 years ago
millennials millennial adult kids coming home...
Curt Gresseth

Boomer, GenX parents supporting Millennial adult kids more in 2020

Just because more millennial adult kids are coming home to stay with Boomer moms and dads in hard financial times doesn't mean the end of retirement.
3 years ago
thanksgiving dinner final four...
Colby Walker

VOTE: Winner winner, Thanksgiving Dinner — the Final Four

And then there were four: The votes have been counted, the results are in and four Thanksgiving dinner side dishes remain.
3 years ago
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 28:  93rd Annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade on November 28, 2019 ...
Stacey Lastoe and Forrest Brown, CNN

Macy’s will hold its annual Thanksgiving Day Parade — but only for TV

The parade will go on. It's just going to be staged as a TV-only event in 2020. New Yorkers and visitors will have to enjoy the parade the way the rest of the country has traditionally done it -- from the comfort and safety of home.
3 years ago
Skip Thanksgiving travel...
Kelli Pierce

AAA: COVID-19 causing big drop in Thanksgiving travel plans

AAA is predicting the biggest one year drop in Thanksgiving travel since the Great Recession. Not surprisingly, COVID-19 is the biggest reason why. 
3 years ago
Skip Thanksgiving travel...
Curt Gresseth

Skip Thanksgiving travel this year, say medical experts

Medical experts in Utah and across the nation are asking Americans to skip travel plans for the Thanksgiving holiday.
3 years ago
thanksgiving assisted living...
Lindsay Aerts

How some of Utah’s assisted living centers are connecting families for Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving during a pandemic will look a little different for all of us this year, but that’s especially true for those in assisted living centers.
3 years ago
festival of trees returns Festival of Trees...
Mary Richards

An inside look into the Festival of Trees set up at Vivint Arena

The trees are now set up on the floor at Vivint Arena for this year’s Festival of Trees. The 50th year anniversary of the event will be virtual due to the pandemic.
3 years ago
thanksgiving dinner side...
Colby Walker

Winner, winner Thanksgiving dinner – pick a side

It's almost time for Thanksgiving dinner and we all know turkey is the belle at the ball, but we want to know what Utah's favorite side dish is.
3 years ago