Ironies and shocking comments among aspirers for U.S. congress and a city council seat figured into the latest campaign cycle this year in Utah. John Curtis and Steve Smith also were not transparent and dishonest, respectively. John Curtis and ‘Ethics Awareness Week’ The email said that Curtis would give a keynote address titled “cultivating positive dialogue in public … [Read more...]
Archives for October 2017
Water Wellness
It’s been repeated many times, “You are what you eat.” And it’s clear that as more consumers become more conscious about what they are putting in their body for fuel, they are reaping the benefits of better overall health. But just as important as what we eat, is what we drink. Active adults who exercise on a daily basis drink an extra liter of water daily. One hour of … [Read more...]
A Song for Colorado City
I was traveling through the Southwest, taking in the deep red of the rocks and the blue of the sky when I came across a town unlike any other in America. Colorado City, or, as the locals call it, The Crick, is on the Utah/Arizona border and is comprised of Colorado City, Arizona; Hildale, Utah; Centennial Park, Arizona; and Cane Beds, Arizona. Its vermilion cliffs and the wide … [Read more...]
Stewardship Day at the World’s Longest Art Gallery
If you were at the Museum of Fine Arts at the University of Utah and someone started carving their initials into a sculpture, you’d do something to stop it, right? Then why don’t we do more to stop people from defacing rock art found throughout Utah’s landscape? Archaeologists from more than a dozen agencies and private organizations invited the public to tackle this issue … [Read more...]
How to Make Firewood From a Fallen Tree in Your Garden
You may find yourself standing in your garden, looking around at a disarray of fallen trees. Perhaps the previous night’s storm caused this. You may become frustrated in this situation, but do not despair! Try to look at this situation as an opportunity, as opposed to a setback. Knowing how to utilize these fallen trees can help you earn money. Fallen trees can be used as a … [Read more...]
Where to Eat Now
Roots Café The first thing you may wonder when you enter Roots, is if it’s a restaurant or a juice bar. It has the look of both with its food, fresh-pressed juices, smoothies, and gourmet coffees. At Roots, the breakfast menu isn’t large, but I wish I could have tried it all—because everything looked phenomenal. I went with the Roots of Your Day Breakfast: farm-fresh … [Read more...]
Sprague Library and the Sugar House Flood
For the past century, flooding has played a significant role in the history of Sugar House. The position of major roads and buildings were largely determined by the course of Parley's Creek and its seasonal antics. Destructive floods on 2100 S. and 1300 E. have been blocking traffic and destroying property at roughly 30-year intervals. In 1922, public officials recognized … [Read more...]
Top Reasons Why Buying Local Saves Communities and Creates Economic Opportunities
Every year we open up 16 additional pages of Utah Stories to show our readers how they can shift their spending to locally-owned businesses and buy locally-made products. It’s clear that this practice can make a huge difference to our communities, economy, and the opportunities available for entrepreneurs, but it does even more than this—it makes a big impact on our local … [Read more...]
B&T Barrel—Ogden Couple Crafts Unique Chairs From Wine Barrels.
Born and raised in the wine country of Napa Valley, California, Brian Booth started his love for metal and wood creation early. By trade, his father and brother are machinists and cabinet builders. However, the majority of Brian’s career was spent as an accomplished welder for a large manufacture. But because of a plant closure late in his career, he found himself wondering, … [Read more...]
Fall Fishing is the Best—Now is the Time to Enjoy a Quiet Day on the Water
Many anglers fish during the spring and summer months, and some even ice fish during winter, so avoid the crowds and enjoy fishing in the fall. Because they are cold blooded, most fish ramp up their feeding as the waters warm in the spring. But unfortunately, that is also when most species spawn, and are often found “lock-jawed” in schools in relatively small areas. The … [Read more...]