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Short History of Bluff, Utah
What is an undiscovered secret to most people in Utah, Bluff is home to thousands of Anasazi ruins including “Newspaper Rock” Which offers hundreds of Anasazi pictographs.
From Helicopters to Game Rooms: How Josh Thorne Revitalized a Utah Legacy
What does flying billionaires in Aspen and performing high-altitude rescues have to do with custom game rooms? For Josh Thorne, a former helicopter pilot, the leap from the skies to…
Mountain Dell’s Legacy: How Utah’s Pioneers Shaped Our Water Future
Utah’s pioneers fought to survive in a barren desert, harnessing precious water from canyon streams to carve out a future. But today, that future hangs by a thread. The Great…
Clear Water Distillery: Utah’s Bold Adventure in Craft Spirits and Creativity
They started with no plan, a daring gift, and a touch of curiosity. Opening their distillery was just the beginning, but when the pandemic forced them to close almost immediately,…
Utah Women: From Gender Stereotypes to Business Success and Cultural Change
Utah women have faced a unique mix of cultural expectations and gender stereotypes, yet many have defied the odds to become leaders in business and community. From the resilience of…
Haunted History of Park City Mines: Ghosts, Legends, and Underground Tunnels
Beneath Park City’s mountain trails, nearly 2,000 miles of abandoned tunnels stretch into darkness—once buzzing with miners, now home to ghostly legends. From tales of the Man in the Yellow…
Preserving Union Station’s History Amid Ogden’s Redevelopment Plans
When Ben Nadolski became Ogden’s mayor in January 2024, the city’s cherished Union Station took center stage in a battle between economic growth and historical preservation. The iconic station, rich…
Frisco, Utah: The Untold Story of the West’s Most Notorious Ghost Town
Once a wild silver mining town, Frisco, Utah, was infamous for its nightly violence and lawless streets. Known as the “toughest mining town in the West,” its fortunes changed after…
Utah’s Most Haunted Secrets: Spine-Chilling Stories and Unsolved Mysteries
Utah’s haunted locations are a blend of history, mystery, and the supernatural. From ghost tours to immersive haunted experiences, the state’s eerie past is replete with the unexplained. Visitors are…
The Best Pumpkin Patches in Utah
Ready for some fall fun? Utah’s top five pumpkin patches and festivals offer more than just pumpkins—think corn mazes, haunted hayrides, and family-friendly surprises. Discover where the magic of fall…
Left Behind in Utah’s ‘Golden Age’: The Fight for Affordable Housing and Freedom
“If you’re not making $150,000 a year, you’re not feeling this golden age. Most people are just trying to keep up.” While Utah’s leaders celebrate a booming economy, many residents…
The Battle Over Books in Utah: A Clash for the Future of Freedom
“Books don’t turn kids gay, but banning them just might turn them into adults who can’t think for themselves.” With those words, Rebekah Cummings cut straight to the heart of…
Exploring the Charms of the Smallest Towns in Utah
There is something to be said for the joy and fulfillment that comes with small town living. Some of the smallest towns in Utah have a population of less than…
The Prohibition Era in Ogden: History of Bootlegging and Corruption
Prohibition in Ogden wasn’t just about a dry spell without alcohol. It was a time of intense struggle against a national mandate, turning the city into a battleground where government,…
Kanab, Utah! Your Hub for Adventure, Exploration, and Beauty
For ages, the landscape of America’s great southwest has symbolized freedom and adventure. For some, their first experience with the beautiful landscape of Southern Utah was in classic films like…
Exploring Hidden Utah: Uncovering the State’s Best Kept Secrets
August’s Utah Stories is a seeker’s guide to adventure, food, and fun. Discover a place you may never have heard of, even if you’ve lived in Utah all your life.