Heart of Utah
Madeleine Porter
Nurses help plan wedding in ICU for a Utah woman
One Utah woman had her wedding in an ICU as one of her last interactions with her father before he peacefully passed away.6 years ago
Mary Richards
Heart of Utah: Extreme Motus including people of all abilities on the adventure
Orem's Extreme Motus off-road wheelchair is allowing one man to finally see places around Utah he thought he'd never be able to experience, and he's taking everyone along for the ride.6 years ago
Madeleine Porter
Park City firefighter gives kidney through anonymous donation
Even though Henry Evans is a Park City firefighter, he won't let the nerves of giving his kidney through a donation get to him.6 years ago
Mary Richards
Heart of Utah: Strong like Sarah
Almost six months to the day since a horrific accident, a journey is just beginning for a remarkable young woman, Sarah Frei, from Northern Utah. Her Strong Like Sarah Instagram page is inspiring people the world over.6 years ago
Mary Richards
Heart of Utah: Herriman teacher overcomes challenges to win ultramarathons
Doctors thought a Herriman teacher would never run again after her Lyme Disease diagnosis, but she proved them wrong, by running long distances and winning.6 years ago
Lisa Respers France, CNN
Post Malone is donating 10,000 of his sold out Crocs to frontline workers
Post Malone is donating 10,000 pairs of his sold-out crocs to frontline healthcare workers to 70 hospitals across the country6 years ago
Mary Richards
Heart of Utah: Pizza shop owner goes viral and gives back
A viral video from a pizza shop owner saved his store from closing -- and gave him the chance to give back to other small businesses.6 years ago
Mary Richards
Heart of Utah: UVU online art gallery showcases works by people with autism
An online art display from UVU features the artwork of a five year old with autism -- and the art of dozens of other people finding new ways to thrive.6 years ago
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Derek “Tank” Schottle was withdrawn and bullied when he was a young boy.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.6 years ago
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."6 years ago
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.6 years ago
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.6 years ago
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.6 years ago
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.6 years ago
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.6 years ago
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.6 years ago
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 2021.6 years ago
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.6 years ago
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.6 years ago
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.6 years ago
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.6 years ago
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.6 years ago
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.6 years ago
