Utah Stories
Salt Lake City’s Hidden Crisis Amid Rapid Urban Growth
As Salt Lake City thrives with new development and economic growth, a harsher reality unfolds along its trails and streets—an escalating drug epidemic that continues to be pushed out of…
Moab Man Uncovers Link to Chief Skenandoa
When Ted Ecker took a DNA test, he had no idea it would trace his roots to Chief Skenandoa, a towering Oneida warrior who helped shape early America.
Utah Man Reads SB334, Then Throws It in the Lake
What happens when a small-town Utah fisherman reads the Great Books required by SB334? Let’s just say it doesn’t go quite as lawmakers intended.
Key Factors in Choosing the Perfect Real Estate Closing Gift for Every Client
A closing gift is more than a thank-you—it’s your final word in a major life moment. From engraved keepsakes to useful upgrades, the right gesture builds loyalty, sparks referrals, and…
Is Salt Lake Prepared for a Zombie Apocalypse?
When the zombie apocalypse hits Salt Lake, don’t count on the city council. From camo-clad coworkers to Browning shotguns, here’s your survival guide—Utah style.
Spreading Hope in Utah: One Man, One Sign, One Mission
What started as one man jogging with a hand-painted sign became a life-saving mission. From Utah’s streets to the cities of Japan and France, his message—“I Believe In You”—is waking…
Inside Utah’s Pet Nutrition Shift: The Rise of The Dog’s Meow
Nearly 30 years ago, Alexis Butler opened The Dog’s Meow with a simple goal—to work for herself. She ended up reshaping pet nutrition in Utah, introducing raw food, holistic supplements,…
Water Witch SLC Named James Beard Finalist for Outstanding Bar
Once a hidden gem in Salt Lake’s Central 9th neighborhood, Water Witch has earned national recognition as a James Beard Award finalist in the Outstanding Bar category—putting Utah’s evolving cocktail…
Can Gen Xers Understand Gen Zs? Bridging the Generational Communication Gap
Raised on “walk it off” and rotary phones, Gen Xers now find themselves decoding feelings charts and TikTok diagnoses. Can they learn the new language of Gen Z, or are…
Start Your Spring Garden with Easy Veggies and Cover Crops
Can’t wait for the weather to warm up? These top spring gardening tips will kickstart your season with easy veggies, smart pairings, and cover crops that feed your soil as…
Panhandling in Salt Lake: A Firsthand Experiment
Al Sachrov steps into the shoes of a panhandler for two hours to understand what it’s really like to depend on the kindness of strangers.
The Real Impact of Tariffs on Small Utah Businesses
When tariffs quietly crept from 12 to 32 percent, Scott Brown’s small Utah company was caught in the crossfire. He wasn’t selling luxury cars or tech gadgets—just a backyard game…
Local Dog Daycare Refuses to Accept Transgender Dogs
A local dog daycare has drawn outrage for refusing to accept transgender dogs, leaving pet owners heartbroken and the community divided. Veronica Blunt, mother to Coco—a transgender Golden Doodle with…
From Skeptic to Healer: How Acupuncture is Transforming Lives in Utah
When a 5,000-year-old body emerged from the ice, researchers discovered 61 tattoos etched into his preserved skin. The finding offered unexpected insights into ancient healing practices—techniques still used today to…
Balancing the Books in Park City: Tourism, Taxes, and the Road Ahead
Despite over a billion in tourism revenue, Park City faces a $15 million shortfall—proof that even the wealthiest towns aren’t immune to economic challenges. As plans unfold to balance the…
Moab Beyond the Parks: Land Adventures on Foot, Wheel, and Rope
Moab’s rugged terrain calls to the bold-hearted, daring them to swap comfort for conquest. Whether scrambling up rocky ledges, navigating dusty backroads, or dropping into narrow canyons with nothing but…