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‘Living Up To That Standard:’ AD Tom Holmoe Lays Out Year Two Of BYU’s Big 12 Era
PROVO, Utah — BYU athletics director Tom Holmoe spoke at Education Week in front of a capacity crowd at the Kimball Tower. The presentation has taken on a different look than his early years as BYU’s AD. Holmoe, entering his 20th year overseeing BYU’s athletic department, used to spend 30 to 45 minutes fielding questions from an Education Week crowd filled with fans and boosters.
The story of SLC’s Weller Book Works after 95 years of business
SALT LAKE CITY — A legendary book store in Salt Lake City celebrated 95 years of business Friday. More than business though, Weller Book Works is really celebrating a history that could fill a book of its own. According to the store, in 1929, the store’s founder, Gus Weller,...
Tech offense stalled in 2-0 shutout loss
Utah State University (3-0) shut out Texas Tech (2-2) in a 2-0 loss after missed scoring opportunities stalled the Red Raider offense Sunday afternoon in Logan, Utah. This game marks the third consecutive shutout for the Aggies, who have outscored opponents 10-0 this season, according to Utah State Athletics. The...
Video: ‘Poatan’ Pulls Rim Job At Old Tire Shop
Alex Pereira, the UFC light heavyweight champion, returned to his roots by visiting the tire shop where he once worked in Brazil. Despite his successful combat sports career, he showcased his old skills by changing tires with minimal tools. Pereira's journey from dropping out of school at 12 to becoming a champion underscores his resilience and determination. He will defend his title against Khalil Rountree Jr. at UFC 307 on October 5 in Salt Lake City, Utah, after a series of challenges securing a fight with No. 2 ranked Magomed Ankalaev.
St. George Marathon Sold Out Possibly Breaking City Record
The St. George Marathon isn’t starting until October 5, but the full marathon and half marathon have already sold out leaving only the 5K and other activities like the Mayor’s Walk available for participation. David Cordero, the Director of Communications for the City of St. George, said this...
1 dead, 1 missing at Swim Beach on Flaming Gorge Reservoir
VERNAL — One woman is dead and her adult daughter is missing after recreating at Swim Beach on Flaming Gorge Reservoir. About 4:20 p.m. on Saturday, Sweetwater County dispatchers in Wyoming received a 911 call reporting a possible drowning at the reservoir. The call was then transferred to Vernal dispatchers, who relayed the information to Daggett County Sheriff's Office, Flaming Gorge Ambulance and Green River Fire Department.
#1 Recruit in the World Will Play Ball in Hurricane
A basketball academy that has been based in northern Utah is moving into what was once Diamond Ranch Academy just off Route 9 on the way to Sand Hollow State Park. It is Utah Prep Academy, and it has become a place where elite athletes come to play and learn.
Top 25 Prospect To Visit Utah Basketball
SALT LAKE CITY – It’s August, which means the Utah Football season is about to kickoff. However, Craig Smith and Utah Basketball are making some noise on the recruiting trail. Utah finalized the 2024-25 roster last week with the addition of Israeli big man Joul Karram. They’re now...
Heritage Day: Mercers recognized for leadership during floods of 1983, service with youth
Editor’s Note: The Lehi Historical Society is proud to present the stories of its Lehi Heritage Day 2024 honorees. The story of Julian and Diana Mercer is the eighth of eight articles featuring this year’s honorees. Each couple will be celebrated at Lehi Heritage Day on Sept. 2, from 2:30-6 p.m., at the Legacy Center at 123 N. Center. For more information on Lehi Heritage Day, see lehihistory.com or call 801-768-1570.
Jack’s Donuts reopens in American Fork
After closing a few years ago, Jack’s Donuts is back open at 456 E. State Street in American Fork. The national brand, which began in 1961 in New Castle, Indiana, first began franchising in 2013 and now has 29 locations. New local franchisee Cindy Chamlee and her family recently...
Efficacy of novel eye drop to reverse cataracts after phase 1/2 study
The drop improves vision by breaking up degraded protein complexes that cause lens clouding. Randall Olson, MD, corresponding author of the study, Moran Eye Center CEO and Distinguished Professor and Chair of the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at the University of Utah, Salt Lake City, and colleagues reported that a novel eye drop (C-KAD, Livionex Inc.) has been formulated to treat early to moderate age-related cataracts. The drop improves vision by breaking up degraded protein complexes that cause lens clouding, which leads to cataracts and vision loss, when instilled in the eye.
The Jazz's schedule lays out the picture-perfect scenario for them
The NBA released the schedule for the entire league last week, and the Utah Jazz may have gotten the best schedule to earn a top-5 lottery pick next season. It may not be the most difficult schedule, but a deeper dive shows the perfect scenario for the Jazz this season.
Skyridge gets road win in Vegas
The Skyridge football team outlasted the highly-ranked Patriots of Liberty High School in a decisive 41-26 win on Friday night(Aug. 23) in Las Vegas. After a scoreless first quarter, Skyridge got things rolling in the second quarter. The Falcons scored 21 points in the period. They got on the board...
'This is my light' — Davis County orchestra brings free music to community
LAYTON — Jonathan Nish, who works as a criminal defense lawyer during the day, says being director of a community symphony gives him a respite from the darkness. For director Jonathan Nish, who works as a criminal defense lawyer during the day, the Skyward Symphony provides a respite from the darkness.
Burros vs. the desert tortoise: A fight over who belongs
ST. GEORGE — Another effort to help save the Mohave desert tortoise is being proposed, this time with the proposed removal of several hundred burros from within the Tass-Gold Butte Herd Management Area 60 miles southwest of St. George. The area in question covers 101,816 acres of what's described...
Escalante Canyons Art Festival Celebrates 20 Years of Art
Escalante Canyons Art Festival Celebrates 20 Years of Art. Nestled in the heart of raw umber and burnt sienna layers of sandstone in the Grand Staircase Escalante Monument lies the rural community of Escalante, Utah, home of the premiere Escalante Canyons Art Festival. ECAF got its start in 2003 as a suggestion from a friend vacationing at Lake Powell, Steve Roberts, assisted by Harriet Priska who laid the first layer as a foundation for future artists and vendors to enjoy this rich and diverse landscape.
Stand-up artist Alaina Hirschi will headline comedy night at LionHeart Hall | Arts & Entertainment
LOGAN – Stand-up artists Alaina Hirschi and Spence Roper will headline the next “Comedy at the Hall” night on Friday, Sept. 20. The venue for that evening of entertainment will LionHeart Hall in Logan. Like many young comics involved in delivering the “Dry Bar Comedy” brand of...
Lehi City Council discusses proposed 6.25% property tax increase
The Lehi City Council held a Truth in Taxation public hearingon August 20 to discuss a proposed property tax increase of 6.25percent to the current tax rate. The proposed annual tax increase on a residence valued at $564,000 would be $22.03, and the proposed annual tax increase on a business valued at $564,000 would be $40.04.
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