Utah Stories

John Huntsman Bridges The Cultural Divide

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How Utah Governor John Huntsman has proven that not all Utah politicians need be puppets of the special interests they serve.

Coffee Shop Raises Money for Mom

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How a local coffee shop turns a tragedy into an inspirational community movement.

Will New Liquor Laws Stimulate the Local Economy?

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Clubs trade in mandatory membership fees for ID scanners

Lights! Camera!....Kanab?

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Utah filmmaker captures Kanab's Hollywood history in new documentary.

Summer Family Fun for Less

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Utah Stories digs up 9 ideas for low-cost summer fun with the whole family!

Retrospective: Are Grass Roots Politics the Answer for the GOP?

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Utah conservatives look to change their image by implementing tried and true strategies from the country's past

Swords and Sorcery in Provo

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Utah live action role-players bring fantasy worlds to life

Chemical of The Day Advice Column: Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES)

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Learn About The Chemicals To Avoid In Personal Care Products From Local Expert Stephanie Greenwood.

Eight Great Summer Dates

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A depressed economy is no reason to stay home this summer and miss out on all the fun. Utah Stories has come up with eight great date ideas--all on the cheap!

The "Stealth Negro"

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Local Comic Collin Williams Looks to Change the Face of Comedy in Utah

What in the World Should I Feed My Dog?

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Dogs provide millions of Americans comfort and stress relief, but are we shortening our dogs lives by feeding them commercial dog food?

Westgate Resorts Rip-Off Relief

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Warning!...Please! If you are going to the "free" 1-night-stay + $50 night at Westgate resorts in Park City...BEWARE!

Rubbing Out the Recession

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Massage therapy feels good for clients and practitioners despite slow economy.

Business Spotlight: Fawn Boutique

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From a Dentist's Office to Main Street Park City: One local woman's desire to make hearts smile through fashion.

Go Local Utah Guide

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Utah Stories readers and contributors have carefully selected our favorite local spots for restaurants, goods, services and home improvement. You can trust this guide to find the best of local Utah.

Throwdown's "Border Wars" Rocks The E Center

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Local event brings mixed martial arts bliss for Utah fight fans

9th Annual Dyke March Takes State Street

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Is This Really the Greatest Threat to America?

Mountian Boarding Video

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Utah Stories interviewed some local riders to capture some of the action.

Local MMA Fighters Prepare for "Border Wars"

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Utah Stories takes a comprehensive look at how juvenile offenders become hardened career criminals.

Cradel of Crime Series

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Utah Stories takes a comprehensive look at how juvenile offenders become hardened career criminals.

Kind Landlords Keep Businesses Going

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Reduced rent and giant $4 burritos full of fresh ingredients allows one small restaurant to survive while others go under.

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Kind Landlords Keep Businesses Going
Reduced rent and giant $4 burritos full of fresh ingredients allows one small restaurant to survive while others go under

The Immigrant With The Midas Touch

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Sat, 30 May 2009 08:34:01 PDT

Dr. Dinesh Patel is one of the most successful Utah immigrants in the business of biotechnology. How this entrepreneur made his fortune while maintaining a calm stress-free lifestyle

Timeshare Traps And Your Legal Rights

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Wed, 27 May 2009 12:34:01 PDT

Expert legal advice about how to get out of a timeshare trap

Child Advocate Shortage Puts Kids At Risk

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Wed, 27 May 2009 07:09:01 PDT

Too few local volunteers keeps Utah's neglected children in danger of slipping through the cracks

Butterfly on Ice

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Mon, 25 May 2009 13:09:01 PDT

Salt Lake City is home to one of the most promising young figure skaters in the world. Angela Wang has the skill, confidence and ambition to be a star.

Mountain Boarding Gets a Boost In Utah

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Sun, 24 May 2009 16:09:01 PDT

Dirt Star events being held at the downtown SLC libary and Piper Down

Autism: Is the government covering up for the drug companies?

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Sun, 24 May 2009 16:09:01 PDT

The other side of the autism debate provided by a mother who has a child with autism

Beervana not in Utahnah

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Thu, 21 May 2009 08:09:01 PDT

While Utah Beer is snatching up awards in blind taste test competitions all around the country, critics still claim Utah's beers are "watered down" due to alcohol restrictions.

Will Rock Canyon be Reduced to Rubble?

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Wed, 20 May 2009 09:03:01 PDT

Hundreds gather at event to save Rock Canyon in Provo

Voluntary Simplicity: are chickens the answer to a more fulfilling life?

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Tue, 19 May 2009 08:48:01 PDT

An examination of the voluntary simplicity movement--living with less materialism and more simple moments.

City Creek Center Compared to MGM CityCenter

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Mon, 18 May 2009 09:27:01 PDT

While most most other massive construction projects being put on hold around the country, these two will finish. Get an in-depth comparison at both projects and controversies that surround each of them.

Update: LA Boxing Vs. Throwdown Battle Over

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Fri, 15 May 2009 14:04:01 PDT

A Victor Emerges to Claim Mixed Martial Arts Dominance in Utah Valley

Ghandi's Legacy Shapes The Life of Utah Consultant

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Fri, 15 May 2009 14:04:01 PDT

Ghandi's legacy lives on in a touring exhibit at the Salt Lake City Downtown Library

Carnatic Indian Music Reverberates in LDS Church

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Thu, 14 May 2009 07:48:01 PDT

For ages it has swayed the souls of all. It has turned ordinary humans into gods. Rich and poor, intelligent and heartless...

The American Dream Is Alive

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Wed, 13 May 2009 12:33:01 PDT

A little insight into the American Dream and the essence of culture from brew pub owner Joe Petras

Autism: Science Vs Vaccine Skeptics

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Wed, 13 May 2009 12:33:01 PDT

What's mysterious, misunderstood, and apparently scarier than a measles pandemic that killed 200 million people?

Brewing Success

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Mon, 11 May 2009 09:21:01 PDT

How a Czech immigrant and his wife came to Utah with nothing and now together own an award-winning brew pub in Midvale.

Proud Pink Perseverance

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Sun, 10 May 2009 09:21:01 PDT

Over 17,000 turn out for the 2009 Race for the Cure

The Happy Metal Head

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Fri, 08 May 2009 10:47:01 PDT

The Heavy Metal shop's Kevin Kirk operates an international business out of his small Salt Lake City shop.

Oddfellows Move Progresses

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Fri, 08 May 2009 10:47:01 PDT

An amazing sight to see: Emmert International successfully moving Oddfellows Hall

Rumblin And Rage in Happy Valley

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Thu, 07 May 2009 08:44:01 PDT

Throwdown Elite challenges LA Boxing to a financial deathmatch: Winner takes Utah Valley turf for MMA.

Who's on Twitter In Utah?

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Thu, 07 May 2009 08:44:01 PDT

See a list of the Top 10 Utahns on Twitter and an informative video

Is Fearmongering Media More Threatening Than Swine Flu Virus?

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Tue, 05 May 2009 08:17:01 PDT

Media seems to be repeating tactics reminiscent of 1976 swine flu scare

In Case Disaster Strikes...

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Mon, 04 May 2009 07:55:01 PDT

Whether it's a recession, pandemic, natural disaster, or other horseman of the apocalypse, Utah is uniquely prepared for survival all thanks to the LDS Church

Local Bike Store's Bet on Downtown Pays Off

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Sat, 02 May 2009 14:28:01 PDT

Bingham Cyclery's bet on downtown Salt Lake City's former drug infested neighborhood pays off

Legendary Wanderer's Remains Confirmed Found After 75 Years

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Fri, 01 May 2009 07:46:01 PDT

Everett Ruess was the original Utah wanderer. For 75 years his whereabouts have been a unsolved mystery. Now through DNA matching Russ's remains have been found

The Greek Who Always Gives More

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Fri, 01 May 2009 07:46:01 PDT

At age 23 George Nicolatus walked in the the SLC Chamber of Commerce and announced "I want to make this city better than what it is now." That was the begining of Nicolatus' 46-year crusade to do just that.

Utah Water Week Launched

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Thu, 30 Apr 2009 19:17:01 PDT

Get all the happenings for Utah's Water Week

Water Week Page 2

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Thu, 30 Apr 2009 19:17:01 PDT

Who is Billy X? More quotes from Mayor Becker and Stephanie Duer regarding water conservation

What Is The Real Impact of Plan B?

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Thu, 30 Apr 2009 07:41:01 PDT

Is Plan B a responsible form of contraception or a "reckless sex pill?"

Bruges Waffles and Frittes

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 12:29:01 PDT

Belgium immigrant is serving up European dream food in SLC

Hot Dog Stand Becomes Local Icon

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 08:29:01 PDT

Amidst tough times, J Dawgs in Provo is a testament to the American Dream

Tougher Immigration Laws Affect LDS Missionaries

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 07:29:01 PDT

LDS Missionary returns home to find out he may never see his church or his country ever again

Utah Biologist Discovers New Utah Liquor Law Loop-Hole

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 07:29:01 PDT

While conducting experiments on grouse repopulation, a Utah Biologist discovers a new method for picnickers to enjoy alcoholic beverages in Utah public parks

Economic Troubles Spread To Robots

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 07:29:01 PDT

Ugobe's Pleo files for bankruptcy--Asimov's Laws Of Robitics needs revising

Main Street Woes? No matter

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Sat, 25 Apr 2009 08:37:01 PDT

SLC Main Street merchants wait for better times, but one Scottish business owner has found a way to increase sales by 60 percent.

Community Studio Launched in SLC

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 08:01:01 PDT

Veteran Salt Lake City planners Soren Simonson and Kathleen J. Hill start a business to build better communities

Twilight Deemed Too Risque For Mormon Readers

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 08:01:01 PDT

Deseret Book decides not to carry the popular LDS book by an LDS Writer

Non-Aloholic Nirvana

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 08:01:01 PDT

Spark: Provo's Hip New Ultra Lounge and Dining Experience

Les Misrables Shown Respect

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 11:38:01 PDT

Susan Boyal reminds us that star power is not about beauty, fortune and connections

Torrey Sunrise

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 11:38:01 PDT

Rock and light inspire fresh art in Torrey

Raining on Your Tax Day Tea Party

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 07:22:01 PDT

Don't shoot the messenger: Before you pat yourself on the back for protesting, consider the following paradoxes

More Utah Moms Packing Heat In Their Mini Vans

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Sat, 18 Apr 2009 10:09:01 PDT

According to Deseret News gathered statistics concealed weapons permits are skyrocketing in Utah. Utah Stories offers insight into what this means

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Salt Lake City Tea Party Video
A short documentary that captures the essence of the tea party movement -- from Salt Lake City

Salt Lake City Tea Party Video

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 06:09:01 PDT

Tea party protesters speak of founding fathers and belive that current spending policies are unconstitutional

Glenn Beck's Rise to Fame on Fox

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 08:33:01 PDT

Will Beck's recent controversial remarks fuel or mar his success at Fox News?

Salt Lake City Tea Party Gains National Attention

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Tue, 14 Apr 2009 10:43:01 PDT

SLC event will be one of the few in the country to feature government speakers

Breakfast in Jail

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Tue, 14 Apr 2009 08:46:01 PDT

Food behind bars never tasted so good at Moab's Jailhouse Cafe

Mormon Blogs: Welcome to the Bloggernacle

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Mon, 13 Apr 2009 01:50:01 PDT

A variety of views on the LDS faith abound online

Alternative Medicine Review

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Mon, 13 Apr 2009 01:50:01 PDT

A skeptic examines what works and what is quackery in alternative healing and eastern medicine

Utah Gang Problem Worse Than Reported

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 09:50:01 PDT

An Anonymous Police officer contributes a chilling article about the true severity of the gang problem in Utah.

Ogden's Haunted Motel Investigated

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 09:03:01 PDT

Utah "Paranormal" Stories: A skeptic's haunting night with The Paranormal Investigations Team of Utah

Pole Dancing Competition Too Sexy

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Mon, 06 Apr 2009 09:03:01 PDT

Davis County Commissioner Bret Millburn "has an issue" with the overly sexy way pole dancing is portrayed and attempted to stop fitness competition.

LDS Gay Fear

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Mon, 06 Apr 2009 09:03:01 PDT

Fears over gays crashing LDS conference prove false

Plasma Truth

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Mon, 06 Apr 2009 08:47:01 PDT

Plasma clinics are booming during the economic slowdown, but blood clinics are struggling. Find out where your plasma really goes.

Tow Trap

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Sat, 04 Apr 2009 09:31:01 PDT

beware of tow trucks Thueatening to impound your car

Giant Local Bookstores Can Beat National Chains

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Sat, 04 Apr 2009 09:31:01 PDT

Salt Lake City's Sam Weller's Books can still Thuive, if they adapt to the online age

Window on Salt Lake: Cobra Starship

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Sat, 04 Apr 2009 09:31:01 PDT

today's window on Salt Lake City

Old Journalists Find Home in New Media

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Thu, 02 Apr 2009 10:58:01 PDT

InDenverTimes.com's tag line is "Where the spirit of the Rocky lives"

"Come Get High" (With Utah Paragliding)

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Thu, 02 Apr 2009 07:58:01 PDT

The glider park in Draper attracts Thuill seekers from all around the world

Keeping Up with Mom

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Thu, 02 Apr 2009 07:58:01 PDT

Today's Window Into Salt Lake offers a video of a 4-year-old boy trying to take in the world while walking with his Mom.

SLC's Tea Party Gets National Attention

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 08:25:01 PDT

Utah tax protest gets national media attention. Popular Fox TV host Glenn Beck will interview local organizer

SLCs Tea Party Gets National Attention

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 08:25:01 PDT

Utah tax protest gets national media attention. Popular Fox TV host Glenn Beck will interview local organizer

Window on Salt Lake: Vertigo

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Wed, 01 Apr 2009 08:25:01 PDT

Take a moment to look out the window: Vertigo shows a job with a view--a worker on the 222 South Main skyscraper balances on beams as he installs a facade.

How to Sell a Utah Home Online

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Tue, 31 Mar 2009 08:32:01 PDT

Ivory Homes and BlueRoof share their web secrets to selling a home online

How to Sell a Utah Home Online

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Tue, 31 Mar 2009 08:32:01 PDT

Ivory Homes and BlueRoof share their web secrets to selling a home online

KSL aires story on UtahStories.com

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Mon, 30 Mar 2009 08:12:01 PDT

KSL did a great job! Thanks to Jed Boal who got the story straight and on air despite the delay.

Hare Krishna Festival Draws 15,000

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Mon, 30 Mar 2009 08:12:01 PDT

The annual Festival of Colors rocks the Spanish Fork Temple with record-sized, rainbow-colored crowds

Board of Regents Pinches Students During Economic Decline

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Sat, 28 Mar 2009 11:17:01 PDT

Board of Regents just made that goal of a higer education 9.5% more difficult.

Ignite Salt Lake Not Just for Geeks

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Fri, 27 Mar 2009 10:13:01 PDT

Fast talkers with somthing to say present before a packed theater at Brewvies

No Longer a Mormon Town?

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Fri, 27 Mar 2009 06:50:01 PDT

Andy's wants hard liquor, neighbors don't

The Sunstave Circle: Utah's Unique Pagan Tradition

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Fri, 27 Mar 2009 06:50:01 PDT

Wiccans, Pagans, and Spiritualists unite for eclectic rites in Sandy

SLC "Tea Party" Protest Scheduled on Tax Day

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Thu, 26 Mar 2009 10:24:01 PDT

Angry protesters organize nationwide rally modeled after the Boston Tea Party: Utahns hope it Will Be Caffeine-Free.

Council Deep-Sixes Saint Joseph Villa Expansion

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Thu, 26 Mar 2009 09:08:01 PDT

A victory for a group of citizen activists who appealed to council members to hear their voice

Will Newspapers Survive?

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 10:06:01 PDT

Print journalists are forced to fight for their livelihoods in the Online Age

Attack of the Mommy Bloggers

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 10:06:01 PDT

As news papers and traditional media drop like flies one website tracks their demise

Newspaper Death Watch

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 10:06:01 PDT

Print journalists find stiff competition from mommy bloggers

Utah Stories on KSL

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 15:09:01 PDT

New media gets a nod from the mainstream media: KSL's Jed Boal to run a TV report on Utah Stories tonight.

Twilight Release Takes Utah by Storm

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 08:52:01 PDT

DVD breaks sales records for novel by LDS author and BYU graduate.

Concerned Bungalow Owners Vs. Catholic Retirement Home

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 15:10:01 PDT

St. Joseph Villa is seeking a zoning change from the city to build a 3-story building for assisted living and Alzheimers patients--residents appeal to City Council to prevent expansion.

How to Survive The Great Depression

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 10:33:01 PDT

A little wisdom from our elders goes a long way. And guess what? Despite what the media says we aren't in a Great Depression.

Holladay's Holes Sucking The Life Out Of Local Retailers

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Sat, 21 Mar 2009 12:05:01 PDT

Cottonwood Mall area is now a dead zone and local merchants fear losing their businesses.

Gold Rush

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 14:31:01 PDT

Gold prices are rising--currency is being devalued. is now is the time to rush and buy gold? Utah Stories talks to a local coin dealer and offers a lesson on the history of currency.

A week's groceries for around $20? It's For real.

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 11:51:01 PDT

The Utah Food co-op is providing fresh quality produce and high quality food all while saving families from public assistance.

Main Street Hangs On For City Creek

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Wed, 18 Mar 2009 11:16:01 PDT

Updated: Utah's oldest bookstore moving off Main Street-- Will the other local merchants survive to see the completion of the City Creek Center?

Sexting-- innocent flirting or child porn?

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Tue, 17 Mar 2009 09:51:01 PDT

Teens are texting nude pictures of themselves, should parents accept these e-love messages? Or is it the beginning of a broader acceptance of porn?

Sam Weller's Books Plans to Leave Main Street

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Mon, 16 Mar 2009 18:23:01 PDT

Press release by Catherine and Tony Weller

Utah Booze Barrier Broken

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Mon, 16 Mar 2009 09:13:01 PDT

Zion curtain has fallen-- bar owners celebrate like iron curtain has fallen

Irish Rock Band Finds Home In SLC Music Scene

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Fri, 13 Mar 2009 13:13:01 PDT

A look at a band that grew with SLC's music scene since the beginning. Video interview with Keith Roberts, lead singer of The Young Dubliners.

Crime in Happy Valley and How to Avoid It

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Fri, 13 Mar 2009 08:44:01 PDT

Though violent crimes are down, Provo's Special Victim's Unit has its hands full

How to Look Like a Utah Jazz Dancer

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 10:11:01 PDT

Learn their top hair, workout and dieting secrets plus tanning tips

Layoffs Force Utahns to Find New Careers

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 09:59:01 PDT

Practical advice for becoming qualified in today's job market.

HBO's Big Love Causes Big Commotion

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Wed, 11 Mar 2009 09:03:01 PDT

The HBO drama plans to reveal an LDS temple ceremony as part of its March 15th episode

Utah Auto Dealers Fighting an Uphill Battle

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 09:13:01 PDT

Utah's Bizarre Thuee-Way Grudge Match Between the Auto Industry, the Recession, and the Ad Council

What Will "The New Downtown" Offer To Local Merchants?

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Mon, 09 Mar 2009 09:07:01 PDT

Downtown construction looks like a war zone, but what do local merchants have to say? We talk to some of Utah's oldest businesses to find out.

Top 10 Utah Political Blogs

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Fri, 06 Mar 2009 12:23:01 PST

Online journalists strive to keep our leaders honest and accountable

Hare Krishna Temple Shares Culture & Cuisine

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Thu, 05 Mar 2009 06:59:01 PST

Free yoga classes, amazing Indian cuisine, and llamas: you wish your church was this cool

Shoe Repair Booming During Recession

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Wed, 04 Mar 2009 13:04:01 PST

Rob Morgan, owner of Morgans Village Cobbler says business hasn't been so good since 1960s

Sugar House Hole Filled-- What Comes Next?

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Tue, 03 Mar 2009 15:04:01 PST

What will be coming to the Sugar House Granite Block now that funding is gone and the economy is spiraling downward? Find out from Utah Stories

"Buttars-Palooza" Event Draws Hundreds

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Mon, 02 Mar 2009 11:04:01 PST

Utahns Gather at the State Capitol to Protest Senator Buttars for his remarks regarding homosexuals

Utah Homebrewing Now Legal

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Sun, 01 Mar 2009 15:13:01 PST

Homebrewers recognized in Utah Legislature with a bill that allows for 100 gallons of homebrew per person each year

Go Straight or Go Home

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Sat, 28 Feb 2009 09:18:01 PST

The people within the politics: Gay BYU student speaks out regarding Proposition 8 controversies

Energy Solutions Nuclear Waste Proposal: Appealing or Appalling?

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 11:03:01 PST

Utah Stories goes to Capitol Hill demonstration to separate facts from rhetoric

Banff Mountain Film Festival

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 07:30:01 PST

some great films, some guilt inducing yawners

Sprint Cell Phone Provider Writing Illegal Contracts

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Thu, 26 Feb 2009 07:30:01 PST

Sprint is earning millions of dollars though a deceptive contract loop-hole

Massive Provo Convention Center Gets a Green Light

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Wed, 25 Feb 2009 09:08:01 PST

Local businesses hope the $32 million complex will help revalitize downtown Provo and boost the struggling economy

Cameras In Pioneer Park

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Tue, 24 Feb 2009 15:35:01 PST

Cameras wil be coming soon to Pioneer Park, but will they scare away the drug dealers?

Senator Buttars Demoted

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Mon, 23 Feb 2009 07:47:01 PST

Buttars exercises his right to free speech, and fellow Senators defend Buttars' right to be homophobic

Larry H. Miller's Legacy

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Sun, 22 Feb 2009 11:44:01 PST

Business Mogul, Utah Sports hero of the most unusual sort, dies at 64.

SLC Gets Ink'ed Up

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 11:09:01 PST

Utahans are known for their scrapbooks, but there's a growing subculture that prefers images on skin, rather than paper.

Secrets from a Modern Dater

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 09:54:01 PST

Navigate the world of modern dating: reviews of popular dating services including match.com, true.com, e-harmony, yahoo personals and speed dating.

Killer Bees Invade Southern Utah

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 07:41:01 PST

Killer Bees Invade Southern Utah

MOAB BRUTAL!

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Wed, 18 Feb 2009 16:17:01 PST

Moab Ultra marathon photos from Utah Stories

Utah's Nuclear Energy Battle Gets Dirty

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Tue, 17 Feb 2009 17:17:01 PST

Will a nuclear reactor bring money to the state, or supply other states with energy, leaving Utah to store the waste? --More bill battles at capitol hill.

Tattoo Art Goes Mainstream in SLC

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Mon, 16 Feb 2009 17:37:21 PST

SLC tattoo convention attendees include: punk rockers, metal heads, hippies and....housewives? --That's right, it's almost impossible to stereotype people with tattoo fever.

Governor Huntsman Drops a Bombshell

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Mon, 16 Feb 2009 07:37:21 PST

Locals hold a candlelight vigil to show appreciation for Gov. Huntsman's new support of same-sex civil unions

Utah's Best Food Blogs

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 14:28:21 PST

Find out who operates the 10 hottest food blogs in Utah.

Utah State Legislature 2009: Horses, Homosexuality and Nuclear Waste

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 10:48:21 PST

Utah Stories given full access to Utah's Capitol: interviewing protesters, state leaders and lobying groups about neglected state issues.

Grand Theft Auto: The Life of a Utah Repo Man

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Wed, 11 Feb 2009 07:48:21 PST

Business is booming for the Utah repossession industry

Confessions of a Compulsive Gambler

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Tue, 10 Feb 2009 07:38:21 PST

A personal account of the highs and lows of gambling addiction

LDS Church Takes Heat for Political Involvement

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Mon, 09 Feb 2009 15:18:21 PST

Some wonder if the separation of church and state in Utah is policy or rhetoric.

Excessive Laws Against Liquor and Cigarettes Hurt Both Utah Mormons and Non-Mormons

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Sat, 07 Feb 2009 13:22:41 PST

How Senator Waddoups' actions to assume the roll of 'big brother' to all non-Mormons deepens the religious divide.

Cheap, Plastic Power

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Fri, 06 Feb 2009 13:12:05 PST

How Senator Waddoups' actions to assume the roll of 'big brother' to all non-Mormons deepens the religious divide.

SLC Punk 2009 (VIDEO)

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Thu, 05 Feb 2009 13:12:05 PST

Former LDS Missionary unveils Salt Lake City's drug trade. A local musicians' story of Sex, Drugs and.....Mormonism?

The Great Sundance Boycott: Fact or Fiction?

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Wed, 04 Feb 2009 09:11:05 PST

Media attention towards Proposition 8 wanes, but tensions among many still run high.

Residential Zone Targeted for Coke Burning Plant

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Tue, 03 Feb 2009 09:11:05 PST

It's impossible to think of Davis Country without thinking oil refineries, but another proposed carcinogen causing plant in a residential area has citizens furious.

Salt Lake City Makes the ALA's Top 25 Most Polluted Cities List

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Mon, 02 Feb 2009 10:34:35 PST

Utah's dangerous air pollution is now some of worst in the nation.

Is the LDS Church Directing Utah State Senate President Waddoups?

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Mon, 02 Feb 2009 10:34:35 PST

Bob Brown "Cheers to You" owner believes State Senate leader Waddoups' decision to defy Governor Huntsman is due to LDS Church leadership influence.

Private Clubs No Longer?

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Thu, 29 Jan 2009 14:14:35 PST

Private Clubs requiring "membership" have been a long held quirky fact of life in Utah, but is electronic scanning a fair trade?

How to Get Free Dental Care in Utah(that isn't Scary)

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Wed, 28 Jan 2009 11:41:13 PST

When is a trip to the dentist not the worst thing ever? When it's free!

Westgate Resorts Penalized for Decitful Tactics

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Tue, 27 Jan 2009 15:18:21 PST

Pay-Back Time for Westgate Resorts: Notorious timeshare company ordered to make amends.

Utah's Life Flight Rescue Team

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Mon, 26 Jan 2009 10:33:41 PST

Saving lives by conducting treacherous rescue operations on a daily basis.

The Local Side of Sundance(Video)

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Sat, 24 Jan 2009 13:13:41 PST

Utah Stories shines the spotlight on the local side of the Sundance Film Festival.

Exploring the Emotional Consequences of Proposition 8

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 11:53:11 PST

The "winners" and "losers" of Proposition 8 may have more in common than you think.

Ted Woods Makes Moviemaking Look Easy

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 12:23:19 PST

Ted Woods visited Utah Stories on Tuesday evening to discuss his new film- White Wash, which has been nominated for Thuee awards in XDance 2009 film festival.

MLM Scams Flourish During Economic Decline

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 09:23:19 PST

Utah has been named America's scam capital. Some useful advice for anyone considering joining a multi-level marketing company.

Get Some Guns and Ammo (and Fear)

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Tue, 20 Jan 2009 09:23:19 PST

Will President Obama really take your guns away?

Super Models Sundance Investigation

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Mon, 19 Jan 2009 13:19:45 PST

Utah Stories behind the scenes look into the world of super models.

Waddoups Liquor Laws Designed to Segregate?

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Fri, 16 Jan 2009 15:39:45 PST

City Weekly Founder John Saltas and former Zephyr Club Owner Otto Meleti weigh in on the Utah liquor debate.

Blood Money II

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Wed, 14 Jan 2009 11:39:45 PST

Healthy and STD free? Plasma donation is a viable way to earn $500 a month in extra income to make ends meet.

Utah Senators Ignoring Letter Campaign

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Tue, 13 Jan 2009 13:19:23 PST

Senators Hatch and Bennett ignoring letters by Utah residents to save popular bar from federal emminent domain.

Charter School NUAMES Focuses On Math and Science, The "Brain" Of Utah's Education Breakfast Club

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Mon, 12 Jan 2009 14:39:53 PST

With a unique student body that seems to be re-defining high school stereotypes, NUAMES is carving out a unique and positive niche in the charter high school landscape.

Is Utah TV News Dead?

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 14:29:33 PST

Utah TV News stations are in a turmoil, and amid declines in viewership stations are sending their long-time anchors out to pasture.

The Red Espresso: Cultivating Minds While Brewing Up a Warm Cup

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 11:29:33 PST

Every business impacts the community. Some for good, others for bad, but it takes a little extra to become part of it.

Career Colleges Pros and Cons

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Wed, 07 Jan 2009 13:29:13 PST

Compare a traditional University to a Career college degree and decide which is best for you. Utah Stories conducts a special video investigation into the popularity of career colleges.

Caught in the Crosshairs of Proposition 8

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 12:19:13 PST

Angry activists target Utah's economy. Should we be worried?

Charter Schools Growing In Utah: A Look at the Salt Lake School for the Performing Arts

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Thu, 01 Jan 2009 15:49:53 PST

Eleven years ago, Teacher Unions were torn over the passage of charter schools. Utah Stories takes a look at the Salt Lake School for the Performing Arts to see how things are going.

Squatters Downtown

rmarkosian@gmail.com (Richard Markosian) — Fri, 19 Dec 2008 10:29:43 PST

How Squatters brew pub helped to revitalize downtown Salt Lake City and helped Utahns appreciate great beer.

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Lights! Camera!....Kanab?

Summer Family Fun for Less

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Swords and Sorcery in Provo

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The "Stealth Negro"

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Westgate Resorts Rip-Off Relief

Rubbing Out the Recession

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Kind Landlords Keep Businesses Going

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The Immigrant With The Midas Touch

Timeshare Traps And Your Legal Rights

Child Advocate Shortage Puts Kids At Risk

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Beervana not in Utahnah

Will Rock Canyon be Reduced to Rubble?

Voluntary Simplicity: are chickens the answer to a more fulfilling life?

City Creek Center Compared to MGM CityCenter

Top 10 Utah News Stories Worth Reading This Week

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Ghandi's Legacy Shapes The Life of Utah Consultant

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Autism: Science Vs Vaccine Skeptics

Brewing Success

Proud Pink Perseverance

The Happy Metal Head

Oddfellows Move Progresses

Rumblin And Rage in Happy Valley

Who's on Twitter In Utah?

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In Case Disaster Strikes...

Local Bike Store's Bet on Downtown Pays Off

Legendary Wanderer's Remains Confirmed Found After 75 Years

The Greek Who Always Gives More

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Bruges Waffles and Frittes

Hot Dog Stand Becomes Local Icon

Tougher Immigration Laws Affect LDS Missionaries

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Main Street Woes? No matter

Community Studio Launched in SLC

Twilight Deemed Too Risque For Mormon Readers

Non-Aloholic Nirvana

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