Check out this article from CBS News that talks about a new campaign initiative targeting opioid addiction in Utah. A long-overdue, although temporary, safety measure went into place May 1st throughout Utah in hopes of curbing the opioid epidemic that has plagued the United States for decades. The Utah Health Department, the Utah Pharmacy Association and the Utah Department of … [Read more...]
Salt Lake Science March Draws Support From All Walks of Utah Life
A backlash against President Donald Trump’s proposal to slash billions of dollars of funding from scientific and medical research agencies rippled across the entire planet. In response to the news, marchers rallied in more than 500 locations across the globe on April 22, Earth Day, in support of science. Thousands of Utahns joined the support for science, including a march a … [Read more...]
Three Utah Inmates to be Executed by the Reinstated Firing Squad
According to a new article by the law enforcement publication, Law Officer, Utah will soon be executing three convicted murderers by firing squad. This will be the first time Utah has used execution by firing squad since the option was reinstituted in 2015. This reverses HB180, passed by the Utah legislature in 2004, which prohibited firing arms as a means of execution, leaving … [Read more...]
Making a Fresh Start? Salt Lake City is the Place.
Salt Lake City has made Eyewitness Travel’s top 20 Best Cities For Making a Fresh Start. Coming in at #5, the list cites that Salt Lake City not only offers one of the highest employment rates in the nation, but is also a great place for the young and single, particularly with its close proximity to several world-class ski resorts. Read the story here. … [Read more...]
What Will President Trump’s Review of National Monuments Mean for Utah?
On Wednesday, President Donald Trump took an official step toward re-considering the protection of 40 national monuments, including Bears Ears National Monument. Barack Obama brought the monument under federal protection in the final days of his presidency, in a move Trump called, “an egregious abuse of power." The new administration is now reviewing whether they believe power w … [Read more...]
The Pros and Cons of Online Gaming
Geek Factor CEO Chance Le Prey met his girlfriend at a gaming convention. “Gaming is one of the facets of our relationship,” Le Prey said. “We game together. I’m the assault player and she’s my support; we’re a tag team duo.” Le Prey started playing Pokemon as a child for fun. “You catch monsters, raise them and then compete with them,” he said. “You get really attached to th … [Read more...]
Don’t Miss Hikes in Zion National Park
Southwest Utah’s Zion National Park is a kaleidoscopic treasure mine of clear blue skies, sweeping red rock and tumbling white-tipped waterfalls. Covering an area of 229 miles, you could easily spend weeks at the world-renowned park and not see it all, but if you just have a short weekend away from work, be sure to check out these three gems. Observation Point Aptly named, O … [Read more...]
Under Her Thumb
One in four Utah men have experienced physical violence by an intimate partner, according to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence. “That’s way too high,” Licensed Clinical Social Worker Steve Eastmond said. “And I would bet it’s something that’s under-reported. That statistic might not even be high enough.” Daniel and Alexa Daniel (names have been changed) never … [Read more...]
Midsummer Night’s Dream Dates
After a long, cold winter, it’s great to get out into the warm open air when you’re getting to know someone. Skip the typical movie theater and consider one of Utah’s great offerings for having fun in the great outdoors. Our readers sound off on some of their favorite summer dating activities: Motorcycle Ride “Whether it's a spontaneous first date, or placing your life in … [Read more...]
Four Off-Beat Utah Roadside Attractions
Most Utah road warriors know about the Cache Valley Cheese Factory in Beaver, and the historic Cove Fort in Millard County, where travelers of a bygone era once stopped for shelter, fresh water and livestock feed, but here are four lesser known Utah roadside attractions you may not have heard of: Gas Station Petting Zoo, Scipio If you have children in tow, you’ll want to c … [Read more...]