Quick! Who knows what the official mineral is in the state of Utah? Nope, not salt, though salt is, indeed, a mineral. One would think that salt would be a natural choice. But there is another naturally occurring mineral here that is our state mineral — copper! And I’ve been thinking about ...
UBHE approves mission statement and plan aimed at building the future of rural education in Utah Snow College is looking to the future with renewed vision and purpose after the Utah Board of Higher Education approved its strategic reinvestment plan and a newly updated mission statement at its ...
Ruel Christensen passed away at home on May 28th, 2025. He met his sudden battle with pancreatic cancer with the same quiet strength, determination, and sense of humor that he carried through his whole life. Ruel, the son of Vince and Inez Christensen, grew up in Moroni, Utah. He graduated ...
On Wednesday, May 21, the Gunnison High School shop was buzzing with the sound of saws, drills, and hammers—not for a class project, but for a community effort that will impact the lives of local children in a lasting way. A team of dedicated volunteers, including about 40 Gunnison High ...
How do you use your cigarette money? I asked that question to someone the other day. I knew they didn’t smoke when I asked the question. And they knew, that I knew, that they didn’t smoke. So it’s no wonder that, in response to the question, I was given a look that carried the message ...
Opportunity to harvest local elk or deer meat this fall For Utahns looking to put healthy, locally sourced meat on the dinner table while spending time in the great outdoors, an exciting opportunity is just around the corner. Beginning Wednesday, June 4, applications will open for the 2025 ...
