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 … [Read more...]
Salt Lake County Urban Farms
Picking out fruits and vegetables at the grocery store is not nearly as fun or fresh as picking them right off the tree or out of the ground. Fortunately for Salt Lake County residents, you don’t have to live in the country or on a farm to be able to pick your own pesticide-free produce, nor do you have to toil for a whole season to be able to enjoy that delicious apple or … [Read more...]
Utah’s Depression Paradox
As a young boy in junior high, Jeremy Holm knew he was hurting emotionally, but he didn’t have a name for it, nor knew who to turn to. “I didn’t know the word depression,” he said. “It wasn’t something that was really talked about.” Now, as a 35 year old, he’s more than familiar with the name but still struggles with its effects. “I think, if only I was smarter, I would … [Read more...]
Salt Lake City International Tattoo Convention
Salt Lake City International Tattoo Convention will be held March 4-6 at the Salt Palace Convention Center, 100 West Temple, in Salt Lake City. “Tattoo artists from all around the country and world come to tattoo the public here during the convention,” said convention co-owner and operator CJ Starkey. “A lot of people are setting up appointments online with the artists … [Read more...]
Muslim Community Center Open House
The Muslim Community Center is holding a public open house for all ages and denominations on Saturday, February 6 from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. at 1888 E Fort Union Blvd in Cottonwood Heights. “It’s a chance to meet and get to know Muslims in your community,” Muslim Community Center member Maysa Kergaye said. The open house will have food, henna, face painting, Arabic … [Read more...]
Breaking a Sweat Without Breaking a Bone
It’s a new year. You’ve made a resolution to start working out again. You head off to the gym and grab the dumbbells and start pumping; then you get on your back and start doing sit-ups. No pain no gain right? Well it turns out pain isn’t the shortest route to gain. And pain could just actually just lead to more pain, if you aren’t careful. Every day, about 11,000 people … [Read more...]
Falling Through the Cracks – Teens and Divorce
Emily (her name has been changed) was a Utah high school Sophomore with a bright future. She had a 3.8 GPA, was active in sports and school clubs, and was well liked by both her teachers and peers. “I was extroverted and happy,” she said. But that would soon change. Emily's parents announced they were divorcing. But not just divorcing. It was an ugly dissolution where … [Read more...]
15 Favorite Utah Winter Date Ideas From Our Readers
At first blush, or in this case, snowflake, winter can pose a challenge to the Utah dating scene. Dinner and the theater is a beloved classic staple, but Utahns like to go above and beyond when it comes to spending time with that special someone, particularly when it involves hot chocolate and a crackling fire to set the mood. Fortunately, Utah has plenty to offer both inside … [Read more...]
Filmmaker Matt Duhamel – Documentaries and Second Chances
Matt Duhamel was a weather anchor on KUTV and a late-night talk show personality on KPNZ, but was charged in 2007 of three sex offenses relating to child pornography. He operated a website depicting young girls, mainly nine and 10 years old, “modeling” in suggestive clothing and positions. Charging documents state that one photo depicted a nine year-old in black stiletto … [Read more...]