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 d … [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 s … [Read more...]
A Kaysville Videographer Mobilized His Fellow Locals to Get a Feature Film Onto the Big Screen
What now has an original soundtrack started as a Davis County, Utah-based man thinking that he could convince his fellow citizens to volunteer to make a movie that would qualify for theaters. Lucas McGraw spoke with me after he had pulled an all-nighter a few days earlier to prepare the film for a critics’ showing. “I got it exported and went to bed – and then I got sick ove … [Read more...]
Over Seven Days at Disney World, Rep. Mia Love Used a lot of Campaign Funds
Records from an independent regulatory agency that enforces campaign finance law show that Rep. Mia Love tapped her campaign account over seven days in Disney World from early March to early April. Among the $9,727 she spent was $1,655 for lodging and $4,780 for food and beverage, according to Federal Election Commission records. (See the chart below.) Love was at the … [Read more...]
Salt Lake City is in the Running for a $2 Million Preservation Grant
$2 million in preservation funding is up for grabs, and the Salt Lake City Department of Economic Development is in the running to receive a preservation grant to fund Project Rudy, a building rehabilitation effort in the commercial district, as part of Partners in Preservation: Main Streets. Partners in Preservation: Main Streets, a campaign launched today by American … [Read more...]
Useful Tips To Prepare For Your Mountain Climbing Trip
Introduction Hiking is an interesting sport that not only helps you improve your physical health, but also gives you the feeling of conquering a big challenge. However, this is also extremely dangerous, especially when you plan to go hiking on high mountains. You absolutely can minimize the risk of your mountain climbing trip if you have a thorough plan. Let read the useful … [Read more...]
October 14 Panel Discussion at Crone’s Hollow on Craft and Magical Approaches
A witch is an ugly old hag, with warts on her face, dressed in black with a pointy hat who rides a broomstick and performs evil spells, right? Are there real witches in Utah? Are Witches and Wiccans the same thing? What is Asatru? Druidry? On October 14 at 7:00pm, Crone's Hollow will host a panel discussion of various types of Craft and magical approaches in the large and … [Read more...]
How To Grow Herbs in Hydroponics
I am sure that we all love using many kinds of fresh herbs in meals, which we prepare for our families and ourselves as well. Adding herbs is a good way to add more zest and flavor to any dishes. The hydroponic system is a good way to grow plants and herbs indoors. All you need to do is to grow the herbs in containers, which are filled with nutrients and water. Moreover, … [Read more...]
‘We Will See The Status Quo Challenged’ and Utah Millennials Want In
The Utah state legislature has zero millennials. Don Willie has some feelings about that. “We need the perspective and experiences of younger leaders now,” he wrote. “We will see the status quo challenged.” “We believe that diversity in government has the potential to bring about meaningful public policy,” he added. Willie may have the manpower and momentum to make it … [Read more...]
Castle Creek Winery Celebrates Grape Picking Season
It’s grape picking season in Moab! Every year at the end of the summer, Moab grapes start to ripen. As the sugar levels, known in the wine-making world as brix, start to rise, the acidity starts to fall. One of the biggest challenges and greatest joys in the growing process is to perfect the sweetness and flavors of the grapes. A brix level of 25 is the perfect balance b … [Read more...]