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Utahn among 'Big Brother' houseguest lineup for show's 26th season
SALT LAKE CITY (KUTV) — A Utah real estate agent is competing for a $750,000 prize on season 26 of CBS's"Big Brother," which is throwing a new voting twist into the mix. The two-night season premier begins Wednesday just before 2News at 10. Angela Murray, 50, of Syracuse, is...
Spring sports superlatives: Bountiful athletes make All-State teams
Thomas Thorne, Bountiful (30), mixes it up with Stockton Moynier (6) and Holt Mitchell (3) in a match last season. File photo by Roger V. Tuttle. The spring sports season saw some tremendous performances from Bountiful athletes. Several players were named to the 20024 All-State teams. Here’s a look at every spring sport and which Bountiful players were recognized.
Viewmont grad finds success on the United States Women's Deaf National Team
Taegan Frandsen celebrates with a teammate after winning the Deaf World Cup. She won the Golden Glove award for best goalkeeper. Photos credit Joy Marshall Media. CENTERVILLE—Image being on the soccer field and not being able to hear what the coaches or other players say. That’s what it’s been like for Taegan Frandsen since she started soccer as a 4-year-old. But now that she’s a member of the United States Women's Deaf National Team, she’s found her place. She’s playing with teammates who are experiencing the same thing she is.
People’s Health Clinic uses Mackenzie Scott grant funds to expand diabetes program
The Park City-based clinic was one of 82 organizations that received $1 million from the Yield Giving Fund established by billionaire philanthropist Mackenzie Scott. The sizable grant has allowed the nonprofit, which serves the uninsured, to expand its services in important ways: expanding its hours so patients have more access to care, adding staff and strengthening its focus on the diagnosis and treatment of diabetes.
Pioneer and Pie 'n' Beer Day events in Salt Lake
Pioneer Day is July 24.In case you're new here: The holiday commemorates the arrival of the Latter-day Saint pioneers in 1847.The intrigue: Those who don't partake have fashioned their own cheeky celebration, called Pie 'n' Beer Day.The bottom line: Utah will be in party mode, both for the holiday and for the expected announcement that SLC will be a future host of the Winter Olympic Games.ICYMI: Where to celebrate Salt Lake City's Winter Olympics announcementPioneer Day eventsDays of '47 Parade: The biggest parade in Utah — and one of the biggest parades anywhere — begins at 9am Wednesday at South...
Legendary Composer John Williams Joins Effort to Save Abravanel Hall
On Thursday, Musicians of the Utah Symphony shared a letter from composer John Williams (Star Wars, Indiana Jones, Jurassic Park), supporting the preservation of Abravanel Hall. The planned Smith Entertainment Group (SEG) downtown development of a Sports, Entertainment, Culture and Convention (SECC) District has made the future uncertain for the...
What Matt Moore’s resurgence means for Archers offense
Utah Archers head coach Chris Bates had one message for Matt Moore heading into the club’s matchup with the Maryland Whipsnakes in Boston. “We believe in you,” he said. “We’re not changing your position. We’re not benching you. The thing I’m most looking forward to is the smile on your face after you score that first goal.”
Half A Million in Grant Awards Transforms Surgical Simulation Lab
Half A Million in Grant Awards Transforms Surgical Simulation Lab. In the heart of the University of Utah's Department of Surgery beats a hub of innovation and dedication driven by Nurse Educator Karen Porter. From guiding fresh medical students through the intricacies of scrubbing, gowning, and catheter placement to pioneering curricula for residents, Karen's influence is profound. Despite starting with modest resources—a mere corner in the basement of the Eccles Health Sciences Library—Karen's vision and resourcefulness are transforming the simulation lab into a state-of-the-art facility.
Utes football: Previewing the 2024 schedule with a look at BYU, Colorado
SALT LAKE CITY — We continue down Utah's 2024 schedule with two more opponents after the second bye of the season — a return to the rivalry game against BYU (in conference play no less), and another meeting against Colorado (the pretend — forced even? — rival).
National Democrats think they can flip two legislative districts in Utah
The Capitol in Salt Lake City is pictured on Monday, May 6, 2024. (Photo by Spenser Heaps for Utah News Dispatch) The Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee, an arm of the national party, thinks it can flip two legislative districts in Utah currently held by Republicans. Stacy Bernal, challenging state Sen....
Solbakken and Davies Round out Utah Ski Team’s Academic All-Americans
SALT LAKE CITY – Mikkel Solbakken and Joe Davies of the Utah Ski Team were recognized on Wednesday with spots as CSC Academic All-Americans. Solbakken was placed on the Academic All-America First Team, while Davies earned a Third Team spot. It comes after Kaja Norbye was named a third-teamer on Tuesday.
Tyler Bradbury Becomes A Two-time CSC Academic All-American
SALT LAKE CITY – Utah Lacrosse's Tyler Bradbury has been named to the CSC Academic All-America first-team, it was announced today. He is one of eight members earning a recognition for the second time, becoming the program's first two-time Academic All-American. Bradbury, who also earned first-team honors in 2023,...
Salt Lake City Development Boom: Transforming Utah’s Capital Amid Rapid Growth
Big Development Continues in the Beehive State’s Capitol. The pandemic marked a significant turning point for Salt Lake City, spurring a wave of new developments. According to the most recent census data, Salt Lake City’s population grew by 10.5% from 2010 to 2020, making it one of the fastest-growing cities in the country. This growth underscores the need for thoughtful urban planning and development.
This Nonprofit Gives Free Laptops To K-12 Kids In ID, UT, OR, & WA…No Strings Attached
CFK: bridging the digital gap for kids in ID, UT, WA & OR. Wouldn't it be amazing if every kid had the laptop they needed for school regardless of their family's income? Computers for Kids sure thinks so! Computers for Kids, Inc. (CFK) is a Pacific Northwest nonprofit based in Boise bridging the digital gap for kids in Idaho, Utah Washington, and Oregon.
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