Dirt Roads Couture Thrives as Ogden’s Vibrant Hub for Local Artisans

Lisa Peterson’s Dirt Roads Couture in Ogden is booming with unique finds, from custom bleached flannels to hand-forged Damascus knives. Meet the creative vendors and discover what makes this women-led boutique a local favorite, including vibrant pop-up events and a thriving community of makers.

Cathy McKitrick

November 17, 2024

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Cathy McKitrick

MCKITRICK Cathy McKitrick discovered her love of storytelling in midlife, graduating from Weber State University in 1998 with a journalism degree in hand. She covered local government for the Standard-Examiner until 2005, when she was hired by the Salt Lake Tribune. During that eight-year adventure, she covered local and state government, poverty, homelessness, the opioid overdose crisis, and more. Following a mass layoff, she returned to the Standard-Examiner in 2013, again covering local government, opioid overdoses, cannabis and other health care issues. Cathy retired from the Standard-Examiner in April 2018, but her passion for journalism remains intact. She now freelances and serves on the board of the Utah Investigative Journalism Project. In her spare time, this grandma enjoys a leisurely run, a good laugh, and catching up with family and friends.

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Inside Salt Lake City’s Best Watch Repair Shop: Restoring Rare and Luxury Timepieces for 80 Years

Deep in Salt Lake City, there’s a tiny shop where time never truly stops. For 80 years, Fankhauser Jewelry has been restoring rare and luxury watches that others deem unfixable. From century-old heirlooms to high-end Swiss timepieces, this hidden gem is where collectors and enthusiasts turn when the impossible needs fixing. What secrets lie behind its doors?

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Daily Rise Coffee: Ogden’s Favorite Local Coffee Shop & Roastery

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Bikram Yoga Sugar House: The Hot Yoga Studio Thriving for 22 Years

For over two decades, Bikram Yoga Sugar House has offered the classic 26-pose hot yoga practice in a 104-degree studio. With certified instructors and a dedicated community, it remains a go-to spot for those seeking the structure and intensity of traditional Bikram yoga in Salt Lake City.

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Utah Winter Activities: What to Do Indoors When It’s Freezing Outside

When Utah’s freezing winter pushes adventurers indoors, climbing gyms become a hub for movement, training, and community. With diverse routes, expert coaching, and a welcoming atmosphere, these gyms offer more than just a place to climb—they keep the spirit of adventure alive all winter long.

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