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Josie Bassett Morris: The Independent Woman Outlaw of Utah
More affluent than most homesteaders of the day, the Bassets established a ranch near the Utah-Colorado-Wyoming border, building their lives in a wilderness so daunting and desolate that it would…
Uncovering Moab Outlaw History: Tales of The Maze
Utah had more than its share of outlaws and bandits, and in the course of evading the law, they could be creative. In an area outside of Moab, Utah they…
Utah Pioneer Day and Pie & Beer Day: Celebrating Tradition and Community
Pioneer Day versus Pie and Beer Day, or, Mormon culture meets counter-culture. Perhaps they have more in common than it seems.
Salt Lake City Development Boom: Transforming Utah’s Capital Amid Rapid Growth
Salt Lake City’s skyline is transforming, reflecting its growing and increasingly diverse population. With a strategic vision for urban planning, the city is aiming to balance growth with sustainability, affordable…
Utah Summer Fun Events in July
Local festivals, wildflowers, competitions, Renaissance experience, 24th celebrations, spiders, and a big train. There is plenty to explore in July
Utah Bid To Host Sundance Advances Utah Stories Top 5 5/22/24
On today’s top 5, we discuss the Utah News Dispatch article describing that Utah’s bid for Sundance to remain in Utah advanced.
Why Utahns Like to Collect Things?
Utahns collect things. Lots of things. Sports cards. Timepieces. Figurines. Olympic pins. If you can name it, someone has a collection of it. But what prompts a person to become…
Snow in May? Utah Stories Top 5 5/6/24
On today’s top 5, we discuss the snowy weather in May, and what the roads are looking like in the mountains.
Utahns Inducted to the US Ski & Snowboard Hall of Fame
Park City hosted the joint US Ski & Snowboard Hall of Fame, and the International Skiing History Association gathering in March. Five people from Utah were honored.
Savor the Summit, Rodizio, Utah Food Festival
Savor the Summit Returns to Park City’s Main Street. Rodizio Grill & Brazilian Steakhouse has a new Spring menu. The Natural History Museum features the Utah Food Festival in May.
UDOT Denied Safe Crossing for Animals in Park City Without Explanation Utah Stories Top 5 4/17/24
On today’s top 5 we discuss that despite efforts from Save People Save Wildlife (SPSW) UDOT denied support for a wildlife crossing.
Alta and Snowbird Skiers Stranded Utah Stories Top 5 3/26/24
On today’s top 5, Alta and Snowbird skiers got stranded yesterday afternoon, access was closed at the canyon mouth.
How Do You Find Gold In Utah?
On today’s top 5, we discuss how do you find gold is found in Utah due to erosion, prospectors can go gold panning.
Jet Setting and Partying Are Still Okay If You Are Utah’s Attorney General
On today’s top 5, Utah Attorney General is receiving scrutiny after frequent travels, and the management of his non profit.
Utahns on the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
During wartime, civilian voices are seldom heard, despite being those most affected by war. Utah is home to many Palestinians and Jews who want to speak up.
The Rise of Utah’s Charter Schools
As schools close in Salt Lake School District and enrollment at Charter Schools continues to rise the battle over hearts, minds, and the education of our children continues.