Toscano, the south valley’s premier Italian restaurant, has secured the services of Jason Hammett as its Executive Chef. Jason comes to Toscano from Brio Tuscan Grill at City Creek Center, where he served as the executive chef. Prior to Brio, Jason was the Chef/Partner with Buca Di Beppo in Salt Lake City, as well as chef stints with the Salt Lake Hilton Doubletree, Chez … [Read more...]
Non-Profit Steps in to Fill Zion National Park Budget Gaps
In order to relocate wildlife and perform maintenance, Zion National Park will need a bigger budget. This is where the Zion National Park Forever Project comes in. The non-profit hopes to raise $3 million in funding this year to help the park finally complete much-needed maintenance. Read the full story by Brian Maffly of the Salt Lake Tribune here. … [Read more...]
Spartan Obstacle Course Race at Nordic Valley Ski Resort
On August 5, 2017 Spartan Obstacle Course Race returns to Utah with a Super Race held at Nordic Valley Ski Resort in Eden, Utah. The Reebok Spartan Super is a middle distance course. It is longer and has more obstacles than the Spartan Sprint Race and will test endurance, perseverance, and grit. If watching shows such as American Ninja Warrior, Ultimate Beastmaster, and … [Read more...]
Utah is at an Impasse Over its Water Strategy
Steve Erickson is the self-identified “public policy person” for the Utah Audubon Council. He is part of the advisory team that is meant to send a state water strategy to Utah Gov. Gary Herbert’s desk. He said on Wednesday on Utah's capitol hill that the 197-page plan should be a “live document.” It’s due on July 19. But that didn’t keep Erickson from adding this: “The … [Read more...]
Inaugural Salt Lake Food & Wine Fest
SALT LAKE AREA RESTAURANT ASSOCIATION PRESENTS INAUGURAL SALT LAKE FOOD & WINE FEST A Series of Ticketed Events Celebrate Salt Lake’s Food, Wine & Spirits Scene, July 7-13 SALT LAKE CITY – The Salt Lake Area Restaurant Association (SLARA) presents the first-ever Salt Lake Food & Wine Fest to showcase the emerging gastro capital’s dynamic culinary offerings. … [Read more...]
Supporters Celebrate as Bonanza Flat is Saved From Development
Since November 2016 Park City, along with non-profit volunteers, struggled to raise the $38 million needed to purchase Bonanza Flat and save it from development. With a close finish the deal became reality on Friday, June 16, 2017. Read the Deseret News story by Ryan Morgan here. … [Read more...]
UTA and Ties to Developers and Land Speculators
The notion of conflict of interest got the shrug at the financial possibilities of developing communities with needed transportation so accessible that it would be right next to areas that often offered living, working and shopping altogether. Dollar signs filled eyeballs to the point that they even masqueraded as caring for transportation through leading a public agency … [Read more...]
Solar Jobs Thrive in Utah
Many in the fossil fuel industry have lost jobs, but solar jobs in Utah are increasing in numbers. Last year alone, the solar power industry in Utah created 1,700 new jobs and had 16,000 installs. Read the story from kutv.com by Cristina Flores. … [Read more...]
National Register of Historic Places in Utah County
Take a Look at 50 Historic Homes in Utah County Utah County boasts 172 homes built before 1900. Whether for religious or political leaders, or for community purposes, step back in time and learn more about these 50 Utah County homes on the National Register of Historic Places. Read the story from the Daily Herald and take virtual tour. … [Read more...]
New Smiles for Veterans
Healthy smiles are for everyone, which is why an Ephraim organization is helping fill the gaps in VA healthcare by matching veterans with dental providers. There are many healthcare costs covered by the United States Veterans Affairs, but total dental care is not one of them. That’s where Dennis Matthews and his non-profit organization, New Smiles for Veterans picks up … [Read more...]
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