Here, Kitty, Kitty: TNR Provides TLC “Feline nuisance control” is a not-so-secret code for cat killing. In the animal control model, ownerless cats are captured, held for an obligatory five days, and if no one claims or adopts them, they are euthanized--a gentle-sounding euphemism for killing. 70 percent of animals killed in Utah shelters last year were cats. But a new breed … [Read more...]
Archives for December 2014
Ogden’s Junior League
“Promote volunteerism, develop the potential of women, improve the community” it’s the mantra of Junior Leagues internationally and that's exactly what the Ogden chapter is doing. With work ranging from a full-time clinic offering services to under- and un-insured women and children, a dental "adoption" program, a community garden with learning pavilion and demonstration … [Read more...]
Utah’s National Ability Center
Layne Morris, retired sergeant first class with the National Guard’s 19th Special Forces group, had his eye blown out by shrapnel while fighting Al Qaeda in Afghanistan. “A piece of the shrapnel cut the optic nerve,” says Morris. “It was like pulling the cord on the TV, it was just instantly black.” Morris recalls the moments just before his life changed forever. His … [Read more...]
Sushi Burrito-Crossover Cuisine at its Finest
The original huge sushi burrito roll was born in California, and now there is Sushi Burrito in the Salt Lake City space left vacant by Guzzi’s Vintage Burgers and Fries on 180 East and 800 South. While the two restaurants couldn’t be more different, they share the same fan base - downtown folks looking for good food. When I first noticed the sign for Sushi Burrito, my … [Read more...]
Ogden City Bungalows Attract Homeowners Downtown
Oak Den Bungalows Community development runs on the mantra that neighborhoods should be attractive, cohesive, diverse and safe environments for working, shopping, and raising a family. The Ogden City Bungalows have provided that for homeowner Nicholas Lee, who bought one of the original bungalows built on Quincy Avenue. “We love this home because it’s close to downtown, … [Read more...]
Utah Co-Op
Customers are often pleasantly surprised when they visit Murray’s Utah Co-op for the first time. Mercedes Zel’ Pappas, founder and operator of the co-op, explains, “We take care of our own here. And everyone at the co-op is our own.” Because of this philosophy, customers experience an old-fashioned level of service. Zel’ Pappas knows each of her visitors by name and treats … [Read more...]
First Presbyterian Church of SLC
In the Bible, God’s Word sets up a series of contrasts to explain the gospel. “There is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus, because through Christ Jesus the law of the Spirit of life set me free from the law of sin and death” (Romans 8). Condemnation vs. Freedom; sin and death vs. life and peace. Condemnation is a decision or judgment against us. If left just … [Read more...]
Congregation Kol Ami
Bio: Rabbi Ilana Schwartzman has served Congregation Kol Ami since July 2010. She received her B.A. from the University of Virginia and studied Hebrew at Ben Gurion University in Beer Sheva, Israel. She was ordained in 2007 by Hebrew Union College – Institute of Religion. Rabbi Ilana loves Judaism, Jewish texts, as well as individuals and their … [Read more...]
Christ United Methodist
Sermon Excerpt: The Wesleyan Way is Wisdom that began 270+ years ago has become an answer to what so many “modern” people are looking for: a way of living and believing that actually brings meaning and purpose to our daily lives. A way of believing and living that encourages us to develop our personal spirituality, while also working diligently to change the … [Read more...]
A Year with Frog and Toad is a Holiday Treat
Salt Lake Acting Company continues its December tradition by presenting a theater experience geared to children, A Year with Frog and Toad.The Tony-nominated musical is adapted from a series of award-winning books and is a perfect holiday treat. The books and lyrics for the play were written by Willie Reale with music by Robert Reale. According to director Penny … [Read more...]