Heart of Utah

In this photo provided by Gary Schottle, Derek "Tank" Schottle competes in the 100 meter dash as pa...
JOHN MARSHALL AP Sports Writer

One Good Thing: Special Olympian spreads message of love

Derek “Tank” Schottle was withdrawn and bullied when he was a young boy. Special Olympics allowed him to gain confidence and transform into a leader.
3 years ago
Best Friends...
Cami Mondeaux

Despite pandemic, Best Friends Animal Society says it’s ‘closer than ever’ to no-kill Utah

After launching an initiative in 2014 to end the killing of cats and dogs in Utah shelters, Best Friends Animal Society reports it's "closer than ever."
3 years ago
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Cami Mondeaux

Santa Sighting: Macey’s offers special greetings for curbside pickups

With the COVID-19 pandemic, it's been a challenge for kids to visit with Santa ahead of Christmas Day -- Macey's wanted to change that. 
3 years ago
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Mary Richards and Becky Bruce

Heart of Utah: A City Sidewalk Christmas recreates real-life reunion

"A City Sidewalk Christmas" tells the story of two men whose friendship overcame homelessness and addiction.
3 years ago
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Cami Mondeaux

Utah ranked most charitable state in U.S., new study finds

Well, the numbers are in: Utah is ranked as the most charitable state in the country for 2020, according to a new study from WalletHub. 
3 years ago
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Simone Seikaly

Utah Amazon employees deliver $90K in donations to local nonprofits

With input from their local employees, Amazon fulfillment centers and delivery stations in Utah identified areas where they could help spread the Christmas spirit this year.
3 years ago
Cheerios Christmas Ad...
Colby Walker

WATCH: Classic Cheerios Christmas ad remade in 2020

After a TikTok asking Cheerios to remake a classic Christmas ad went viral, the cereal maker is reminding all that no matter how far away family is, we can still be together.
3 years ago
wreaths across America...
Mary Richards

Wreaths Across America lays wreaths on veterans’ graves throughout Utah

Families of veterans who go visit their graves for Christmas may see a wreath there. Volunteers worked hard over the weekend to place a wreath on the graves of veterans in 55 locations around Utah. 
3 years ago
Make-A-Wish...
Cami Mondeaux

Corner Canyon High School raises over $57 thousand for Make-A-Wish

Students at Corner Canyon High School raised more than $57,000 toward Make-A-Wish, granting at least seven wishes in 2021.
3 years ago
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Mary Richards

Heart of Utah: Ballroom dancers finding safe ways to compete

Ballroom dancers in Utah are hoping to put a safe foot forward to keep competing during the coronavirus pandemic.
3 years ago
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Curt Gresseth

Live Mic: He started a relief program and now he’s a ‘Guardian of the Year’

Pete Sands started a relief program on the Navajo reservation just as the pandemic began to take hold and devastate. For his selflessness, he is now one of TIME's Guardians of the Year.
3 years ago
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Colby Walker and Saige Miller

A Hobby of Happiness: Utah family’s viral Hamilton Christmas Lights show

Mitch and Shenan Faas got the surprise of their lives when they found out the creator of Hamilton, Lin-Manuel Miranda, liked their Christmas display.
3 years ago
In this Oct. 2020 photo provided by Debra Ferrell, a sign with encouraging words stands in a neighb...
LUIS ANDRES HENAO Associated Press

Virginia woman does 53 acts of kindness for 53rd birthday

The pandemic didn’t allow Debra Ferrell to reunite with her whole family to celebrate her birthday. So she went on social media and asked people for suggestions on 53 acts of kindness that she could perform for others during her birth month.
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
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Colby Walker

Latter-day Saints Charities partners with nonprofits for Navajo Nation

Latter-day Saints Charities along with Christkindlmarkt SLC and Navajo Strong joined together to donate COVID-19 kits and backpacks full of supplies to the Navajo Nation.
3 years ago
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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
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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
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Simone Seikaly

Pilot looking for I-80 driver that helped create a safe emergency landing

The pilot of a Cessna 172 says the emergency landing wouldn't have gone as smoothly if not for an attentive driver on I-80.
3 years ago
Positive News Stories - Heart of Utah...
Emily Ashmead

Heart of Utah: Incredible Positive News Stories From Utah

Positive news stories are happening around the state, and KSL NewsRadio wants to bring those stories to you!
3 years ago
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JAY REEVES Associated Press

World War II vet beats COVID-19, marks 104th birthday

A World War II veteran from Alabama has recovered from COVID-19 in time to mark his 104th birthday.
3 years ago
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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
Heart of Utah...
Mary Richards

Heart of Utah: Logan police officer saves friend’s life on fishing trip

Two men say they will forever be friends after one saved the other’s life on a fishing trip in the High Uintas this year.
3 years ago
Kindness Week Orem...
Madeleine Porter

‘Kindness Week’ in Orem spreads across the state of Utah

Kindness Week in Orem is designed for the community to focus on kindness for an entire week. 
3 years ago
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Colby Walker

Charlie Brown specials to air on TV, after all, in PBS deal

The “Great Pumpkin” never showed on broadcast television this year, but after a deal with PBS, the Charlie Brown Thanksgiving and Christmas specials will return to the air.
3 years ago