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USU head coach Nate Dreiling joins Real Sports Live
SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4 Sports) – Utah State interim head football coach Nate Dreiling joined Real Sports Live Sunday night to preview the upcoming season for the Aggies. Dreiling, who was initially hired as the defensive coordinator in January from New Mexico State, was thrown into the fire when Blake Anderson was fired in July. […]
Poll: Most Americans fear political violence before, after election
SALT LAKE CITY — Months away from a polarizing presidential election, most U.S. voters — regardless of party affiliation — believe one thing: There is a real possibility of more political violence erupting before and after Election Day. According to a new Deseret News/HarrisX poll of U.S....
Gabe Tardio Bags Two PPA Golds While Kate Fahey Breaks Through at PPA Utah Open
The PPA Tour's first trip to Salt Lake City is in the books, as the Utah Open came to a close Sunday afternoon at the Salt Palace Convention Center. This venue was unique in that it was completely indoors and in a downtown setting. There was plenty of drama and...
Park City schools implement no phones in classrooms policy
PARK CITY — Starting Monday, another northern Utah school district will ban phones in schools during class in an effort to reduce in-class distractions. The Park City School District is the latest to adopt a no-cellphone policy for schools. But implementing that rule is a whole other process, said Caleb Fine, the principal at Treasure Mountain Junior High.
Dozens show up for fundraiser to help brothers struck by lightning, sell out in an hour
OGDEN — A local restaurant in Ogden says the community exceeded its expectations in raising funds for two brothers who were struck by lightning on the Bear River last week. Skyler Granath was killed in the incident. His brother Bridger Granath and friend Jacob Coe were left injured. Former...
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.
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,...
‘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.
Heritage Day: Betty Lou Atkinson honored for working until age 86
Editor’s Note: The Lehi Historical Society is proud to present the stories of its Lehi Heritage Day 2024 honorees. The story of Betty Lou and Lee Atkinson is the seventh 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.
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...
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.
Kanab animal sanctuary discusses unwanted pets for National Dog Day
Best Friends Animal Society, a leading national animal welfare organization working to end the killing of cats and dogs in America’s shelters in 2025, recently released data showing 207,400 dogs were killed in shelters last year, simply because they didn’t have a place to call home. After consideration,...
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...
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.
'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.
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