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‘Largest single, coordinated riparian restoration effort’ for Jordan River unveiled at opening day of festival

Sep 10, 2024 12:08PM ● By Rebecca Olds

September’s annual Get to the River Festival along the Jordan River opened with a big announcement: a newly acquired $7 million will fund the largest coordinated multi-year riparian restoration project the river has ever seen.

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Life & Laughter - Show me the money

Sep 04, 2024 03:58PM ● By Peri Kinder

When did the basic costs of living become a luxury?

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Rise in counterfeit car seats poses risks for children’s safety, experts warn

Sep 04, 2024 03:05PM ● By Bailey Chism

Child safety advocates at Intermountain Primary Children’s Hospital see a rise in the number of counterfeit car seats bought online.

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Unseen kindness: Stories from a walker crossing America

Sep 04, 2024 02:51PM ● By Julie Slama

After a successful career that led him to being able to travel and stay in fancy hotels, Mike Bassett is walking the simplified life, pushing a converted jogging stroller across America.

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Ten minutes in nature can boost your mental health

Sep 04, 2024 02:47PM ● By Bailey Chism

New study finds spending time in nature can boost mental health.

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Joey McNamee appointed to lead the Salt Lake County Library into a new era

Sep 04, 2024 02:38PM ● By Peri Kinder

A new library director has been appointed to oversee operations at the Salt Lake County Library.

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5 cozy fall activities to celebrate the season

Sep 04, 2024 02:28PM ● By Peri Kinder

Enjoy a fall tradition or create new ones at these five cozy fall activities in Salt Lake County.

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Three Utah markers to remember early U.S. history

Sep 04, 2024 02:24PM ● By Rebecca Olds

Celebrate Constitution Month by visiting notable monuments in Utah commemorating the country's independence

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A reflection on Labor Day’s history and meaning

Sep 04, 2024 02:17PM ● By Holly Curby

Connecting the history of the holiday with life today

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Stewardship Utah builds bridges to turn climate action into policy

Aug 08, 2024 11:36AM ● By Genevieve Vahl

O2 Utah and the Rural Utah Project merge forming Stewardship Utah.

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