Dennis Matthews co-founded New Smiles for Veterans to help veterans have access to free, quality dental care.
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Healthy smiles are for everyone, which is why an Ephraim organization is helping fill the gaps in VA healthcare by matching veterans with dental providers. There are many healthcare costs
covered by the United States Veterans Affairs, but total dental care is not one of them. That’s where Dennis Matthews and his non-profit organization, New Smiles for Veterans picks up the
slack.
Read the story from KSL.com by Jasen Lee.
Salt Lake City’s homeless crisis exposes a web of broken systems and missed opportunities. One man is taking a stand, pushing back against bureaucracy with practical solutions and grassroots ideas. From transparent housing projects to community-driven initiatives, he’s on a mission to create real change where the system has failed.
At Storybounders, a Utah-based storytelling venture, founders Jayme and Steve Smith turn classic tales into immersive experiences, from a Victorian-era Thanksgiving to a day in the life of the March sisters.
A local dog daycare has drawn outrage for refusing to accept transgender dogs, leaving pet owners heartbroken and the community divided. Veronica Blunt, mother to Coco—a transgender Golden Doodle with a penchant for sparkly collars and unicorn toys—was devastated when Paws and Paws Dog Daycare banned her beloved pet after a bold new purple dye job. As groundbreaking research from Princetton University reveals that dogs, too, can identify beyond traditional gender norms, one question remains: Why can’t Coco just be herself?
From slaloming in costume to candle making in a teacup, Utah’s April calendar is anything but ordinary. Celebrate Earth Day in Alta, explore reptile expos, or race the Easter Bunny—there’s something unexpected around every corner.
