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Archives for March 2015

How Beer Saved Park City – Part I

March 31, 2015 by Utah Stories Leave a Comment

Park City, UT, Main Street — On this balmy February day, moms with kids in tow are decked out in the latest in ski fashion. Couples pose for selfies, proud of their suntans. A few skiers on the hill make their way down the slopes. But the majority are here to shop, dine and enjoy the town. I visit probably the most famous bar in town,recently featured in Playboy Magazine—The … [Read more...]

Zeni Kinetic – 3D Printing

March 30, 2015 by Laura Chynoweth Leave a Comment

At Zeni Kinetic, the very first fully functioning Origin: Type Zero 3D printer was rolled into the store’s State Street showroom. "There aren’t really any other printers at this price that are built this well, and that’s what makes us stand out," says electromechanical assembler Chris Gonzalez. Though Zeni Kinetic opened in Oct. 2014, owner and founder Nicco Macintyre is … [Read more...]

Moab Dinosaur Hunter

March 27, 2015 by Richard Markosian Leave a Comment

Lin Ottinger has been collecting and selling rocks since he was five. Eighty years later, he is probably the most famous rockhound in the western United States. What Lin doesn’t readily tell those who visit his rock shop in Moab, Utah, is that his contributions to Utah’s archaeology and paleontology rival or surpass the contributions of any nearby university … [Read more...]

Becker on Broadway

March 23, 2015 by Richard Markosian Leave a Comment

Salt Lake City Mayor Ralph Becker conducted a campaign visit with small business owners at Boozetique on 315 East and Broadway. Mayor Becker is looking to be reelected for the third time. Thus far he has not been known as a frequent visitor to small businesses, according to those we spoke to, "I haven’t seen him since he has been in office, he has not walked in my door since … [Read more...]

Uinta Brewery: A Utah Staple

March 20, 2015 by Amanda Rock Leave a Comment

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Uinta Brewery has come a long way from brewing beer in a garage to becoming Utah’s largest craft brewery. "There’s a lot of pressure to produce the best beer possible" says Lindsay Berk, Uinta’s Chief Branding Officer. Named after the Uinta mountains, Uinta Brewery is synonymous with the state of Utah and embodies the state’s sense of community and love of outdoors. "Earth, … [Read more...]

Yelp: Part of the Nation’s New Wild West

March 20, 2015 by Richard Markosian Leave a Comment

In the Old West, people lived and died by their reputations. Reputations were shared, and everyone was aware of who could or could not be trusted. Housewives, preachers and business owners moderated gossip, dispelling myths and supporting truths. But there was always recourse a person could take if someone tarnished their reputation: strong words, a fistfight, a duel. But … [Read more...]

Roosters Brewery

March 19, 2015 by Kim Bowsher Leave a Comment

Steve Kirkland has been craft brewing since practically the beginning of the craft brewing movement. Originally a brewer for Sprecher, a Milwaukee brewery, back in 1987, Steve has been the brewmaster at Roosters in Ogden for the last two decades. Owners Kym and Pete Buttschardt brought him out here back when they first opened the restaurant and he’s been with them ever … [Read more...]

Avenues Proper

March 18, 2015 by Amanda Rock Leave a Comment

"As Utah’s smallest craft brewery, we want to do things other places aren’t. That means taking risks," says Rio Connelly, the brewer behind Avenue Proper’s unique beers. Located in one of Salt Lake City’s oldest neighborhoods, Avenues Proper Restaurant & Publick House has won the hearts of locals with innovative beer and tasty food. Always on tap is their flagship Proper … [Read more...]

Greg Miller to Step Down as CEO of Larry H. Miller Group of Companies

March 16, 2015 by Utah Stories Leave a Comment

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After seven years as CEO of the Larry H. Miller Group of Companies, Greg Miller has announced that he is stepping down to pursue personal interests. Gail Miller, owner of the LHM Group announced today that she would transition the Group to a new corporate structure. The new structure, which will include an outside board of directors, is designed to provide for … [Read more...]

Epic Brewery

March 16, 2015 by Andrew Wankier Leave a Comment

Epic Brewing Company’s past year of success can be described in one word: epic. After five years of operating in both Salt Lake City and Denver, the microbrewery has seen a 54 percent sales increase. A total of almost 17,000 barrels of beer were sold last year. It would be safe to declare that this enterprise is a regional force to be reckoned with. Specializing in brewing … [Read more...]

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