SALT LAKE CITY UTAH

Advertisement
Jan 20 2026EDUCATION

Utah's Bold Move: Should Third Graders Be Held Back for Reading?

Utah is considering a big change in how it handles reading skills for third graders. Governor Spencer Cox wants to make sure kids can read well before moving on to the next grade. He thinks holding students back might help them in the long run, even if it's tough in the short term. To make this wor

reading time less than a minute
Jan 15 2026HEALTH

Utah's Win Against RSV: How Vaccines Are Protecting Babies

Utah is making big strides in fighting RSV, a nasty virus that makes it hard for babies to breathe. Doctors say fewer infants are getting really sick because more moms are getting vaccinated before their babies are born. Dr. Per Gesteland, who has seen many RSV seasons, says it's tough on families

reading time less than a minute
Jan 15 2026SPORTS

Lakewood Ranch's Sports Teams Shine Bright in January 2026

Lakewood Ranch's sports teams had a fantastic start to the year. The girls soccer team, led by coach Cole Richardson, faced some big changes. They lost key players, including top scorer Olivia Hadad. But they found new talent, like freshmen Alyssa Pistone and Kiley Mulligan. Coach Richardson also ma

reading time less than a minute
Jan 15 2026EDUCATION

Utah's Plan to Get Kids Reading: Parents Hold the Key

Utah is trying to tackle a big issue: kids not reading well. The focus isn't just on schools. Parents have a huge role to play, especially before kids start school. Gov. Spencer Cox talked about this in Ogden. He said kids who don't read, talk, or have fun experiences at home start school behind. I

reading time less than a minute
Jan 08 2026WEATHER

Utah's Sudden Snow Surprise: What to Expect

Utah is in for a quick snow burst on Thursday morning. The National Weather Service has warned of winter weather advisories for the state's mountains and northern valleys. This comes after a year that has seen very little snow. Meteorologist Hayden Mahan from the Salt Lake City office predicts 6 to

reading time less than a minute
Dec 31 2025OPINION

Utah Families Face Tough Choices: Can They Afford to Raise Kids?

Utah, known for its family-friendly environment, is seeing a drop in birth rates. The cost of living and child care is making it hard for families to raise kids. Many parents are struggling to balance work and family life. They are forced to make difficult choices. In Layton, a mother works at a gr

reading time less than a minute
Dec 30 2025WEATHER

Buffalo's Lake Erie: When Wind Meets Water

Lake Erie is doing something interesting right now. It's what folks call seiche season. This is when the wind gets strong and pushes the lake around. It's like when you blow on a cup of tea and watch the ripples. But this is much bigger. Buffalo, a city by Lake Erie, feels the effects. The wind can

reading time less than a minute
Dec 28 2025LIFESTYLE

Discover the Best of Lake Ozark Living in 2026

Lake Ozark is set to host an exciting event in 2026 that will bring together homeowners, business owners, and lake enthusiasts. The Home, Business, and Lake Living Expo is all about showcasing the newest trends and ideas in home improvement, business services, and lake living. The event will take p

reading time less than a minute
Dec 24 2025POLITICS

Utah's Christmas Wish List: Politicians, Fans, and More

Utah's leaders and residents have quite the Christmas wish list this year. From politicians to sports fans, everyone has their eyes on Santa. Gov. Spencer Cox is hoping for a snowy New Year. He's been promoting kindness and respect through his "Disagree Better" campaign. A snowy New Year would be a

reading time less than a minute
Dec 20 2025ENVIRONMENT

Seals in Trouble: The Hidden Danger in Lake Saimaa's Water

Lake Saimaa in Finland is home to a unique group of ringed seals. These seals are facing a silent threat. The water they live in is polluted with harmful chemicals. These chemicals are called perfluorooctanesulfonate (PFOS). PFOS is part of a larger group of chemicals known as PFAS. PFAS are man-mad

reading time less than a minute