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Remembering state senator and west side advocate Karen Mayne

Sep 10, 2024 04:06PM ● By Tom Haraldsen

Longtime state Sen. Karen Mayne passed away on Aug. 15, leaving behind a great legacy as friend and public servant.

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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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Here’s what could happen after the Fed meets in September

Sep 04, 2024 03:08PM ● By Robert Spendlove

This will be the first rate cut in more than four years following a series of aggressive rate hikes—11 over the span of a year and a half—aimed to tame inflation.

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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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Salt Lake County Public Safety Bond

Sep 04, 2024 12:59PM ● By By Salt Lake County Councilwoman Aimee Winder Newton

Our jails are at capacity and urgently require expansion. The proposed public safety bond will enable us to consolidate two jails into one, add more beds, expand mental health treatment services, create a facility to support inmates transitioning back into the community, and build a Justice and Accountability Center.

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You can help change the tone of political discourse

Aug 08, 2024 12:12PM ● By Salt Lake County Councilwoman Aimee Winder Newton

The recent assassination attempt of former President Donald Trump has been a wake-up call for many people in our country. And it’s about time.

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You can help change the tone of political discourse

Aug 02, 2024 11:05AM ● By Aimee Winder

The recent assassination attempt of former President Donald Trump has been a wake-up call for many people in our country. And it’s about time.

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Groovy grub

Aug 02, 2024 11:03AM ● By Peri Kinder

The bland food of my childhood is replaced with tasty cuisine from all over the globe. But I often miss my childhood dinners with everyone sitting around the table.

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Summer Off Socials: Gen Zers encouraged to ditch social media

Jul 08, 2024 02:03PM ● By Bailey Chism

Two BYU students challenge Gen Zers to delete one social media app for the summer and replace it with in-person connections.

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Fight or Flight

Jul 08, 2024 11:45AM ● By Peri Kinder

Instead of lowering ticket prices (in your dreams), dropping baggage fees (you’re bonkers) or making flights more comfortable (ROFL), airlines double down on lazy, expensive service.

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