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Ogden woman became widowed by suicide, now she hosts events for singles adults to meet
Arianne Brown, KSL | Posted Aug. 29 - 10:04 a.m. | Save Story
When Molly Bitton lost her husband to suicide in 2013, she needed a community she could call her own, and she found that in the Utah running community.
86-year-old who summited Mount Borah may be the oldest person to do it
Rett Nelson, East Idaho News | Posted Aug. 27 - 10:29 p.m. | Save Story
At 86, Noel Johnson may quite possibly be the oldest person to summit Mount Borah.
Dolly Parton leaves a legacy of literacy, kindness in Utah
VideoMike Anderson, KSL | Updated Aug. 26 - 1:17 p.m. | Save Story
Dolly Parton's legacy will continue to touch the lives of Utahns, thanks to her kindness, and her love for literacy. A partnership with Operation Literacy will continue to grow Parton's Imagination Library across the state.
Blind Milwaukee man inspires community with his uplifting music
Andie Bernhardt | Updated Aug. 25 - 10:04 p.m. | Save Story
For several years, a blind Milwaukee man has been leaving his mark on the community through his passion for music.
100-year-old WWII veteran honored at Delta-Millard rivalry game
VideoTyrese Boone, KSL | Posted Aug. 24 - 10:02 a.m. | Save Story
A 100-year-old World War II veteran and former Delta High School student was honored as the honorary flag bearer during Friday's Delta-Millard football rivalry game.
From salsa and chips to owning a market: How a southern Utah couple supports local businesses
Arianne Brown, KSL | Posted Aug. 23 - 2:43 p.m. | Save Story
Summer and Harry Altena have turned a family salsa recipe into a chip brand, and now into a full-fledged farmer's market in Washington that helps other small business owners grow their products.
Utah barbershop chain helps with back-to-school through backpack donations
VideoAndrew Adams, KSL | Posted Aug. 22 - 5:43 p.m. | Save Story
The Fellas Chop Shop barbershop is collecting donations to provide 250 backpacks filled with school supplies to students in need as part of its effort to give back to local communities.
Odyssey Elementary Family Resource Center helps families start the school year
VideoMadi Vollmer, KSL | Posted Aug. 22 - 8:02 a.m. | Save Story
Odyssey Elementary's Family Resource Center is helping Ogden families overcome barriers by providing essentials such as food, clothing and laundry facilities so students can start the school year ready to learn.
4 WWII veterans turning 100 need birthday cards from the community
Carlee Hogsten, WLEX | Posted Aug. 21 - 4:36 p.m. | Save Story
Four World War II veterans are celebrating milestone birthdays this year, and Wilmore leaders are asking the community to help honor them with birthday cards.
Logan man swims length of Bear Lake, prepares to cross English Channel
VideoMike Anderson, KSL | Updated Aug. 20 - 6:17 a.m. | Save Story
In just over 11 hours, Brayden Jarrett swam the length of Bear Lake Saturday, spanning nearly 20 miles. That milestone helps him prepare for his next goal: to cross the English Channel next June.
Felicity Faith Jiu Jitsu Academy opens in Texas, led by 17-year-old
Jordan Benavides, KRIS | Posted Aug. 18 - 2:37 p.m. | Save Story
Felicity Hernandez, 17, recently opened Felicity Faith Jiu Jitsu Academy in Kingsville, where she teaches children jiu jitsu and strength and conditioning.
Idaho Falls woman opens recovery center born from her own struggle
Rett Nelson, EastIdahoNews.com | Posted Aug. 18 - 11:04 a.m. | Save Story
A dream that started more than 10 years ago for Stephanie Taylor-Thompson finally came to fruition over the weekend.
Pocatello icon Idaho Purce celebrates 100th birthday at park bearing her family's name
Lisa Lete, EastIdahoNews.com | Posted Aug. 18 - 8:42 a.m. | Save Story
Family, friends, former neighbors and community members gathered Sunday afternoon to celebrate a major milestone birthday for a very special Pocatello woman.
Orem football team earns praise for hurricane preparation help in Hawaii
VideoShelby Lofton, KSL | Updated Aug. 18 - 6:33 a.m. | Save Story
What began as a football trip to Hawaii turned into an unexpected opportunity for service when members of the Orem High School football team helped residents prepare for Hurricane Lala.
American Idol winner Iam Tongi brings message of faith, family to Salt Lake City
VideoTamara Vaifanua, KSL | Posted Aug. 17 - 2:32 p.m. | Save Story
American Idol winner Iam Tongi opens up about faith, family and life after stardom ahead of his Salt Lake City performance.
Singles are getting more unconventional in their search for love. This man got a $10k campaign
Margaret Darby, Deseret News | Posted Aug. 17 - 10:03 a.m. | Save Story
A 28-year-old Utah man who hadn't dated in nearly a decade joined a $10,000 campaign using billboards and social media to help him find a girlfriend and rebuild his confidence.
Treats that remind you of grandma's: How a Utah woman is bringing back butter mints
Arianne Brown, KSL | Posted Aug. 16 - 4:08 p.m. | Save Story
When Ramona Jessop tastes butter mint candies, she thinks of her grandma. These days, she's helping thousands of people do the same as the owner of Nancy Lou's Butter Mints in Beaver.
The man behind the masks
VideoPeter Rosen, KSL | Posted Aug. 15 - 7:15 a.m. | Save Story
Jesus Cuevas is a Mexican mask maker, a mascarero. He is the son of a mask maker and a fourth-generation woodcarver.
