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The story of the 2 USS Utahs: Honoring the past while celebrating the future
Caitlin Keith, Deseret News | Posted Nov. 15 - 5:02 p.m.
On Dec. 7, 1941, the USS Utah was sunk by Japanese torpedoes during the attack on Pearl Harbor. Now, nearly 84 years later, a new USS Utah has been christened
Utah Military Academy honors veterans with music as former servicemen share memories
Par Kermani, KSL.com | Posted Nov. 11 - 12:45 p.m.
Utah Military Academy students honored veterans in Ogden on Monday with a musical tribute performed by the school's jazz band and choir, as the veterans themselves gathered to reminisce.
Utah barbershop donates day's earnings to support veterans' healing
Alex Cabrero, KSL | Posted Nov. 9 - 8:30 p.m.
Every dollar from every haircut one day this week at both Branded Barbers locations was donated to a nonprofit called "High Flight Heroes."
'The Major,' a giant U.S. flag created to honor military veterans, is again flying in North Ogden
Tim Vandenack, KSL | Posted Nov. 6 - 12:15 p.m.
"The Major," a giant U.S. flag created in honor of military veterans, is again flying in Coldwater Canyon in North Ogden as Veterans Day approaches.
Veterans Day deals, discounts and events in Utah this year
KSL.com Staff | Posted Nov. 6 - 10:01 a.m.
Find the best Utah Veterans Day deals, events and free meals for 2025. Celebrate and honor service members with discounts and celebrations statewide.
Military personnel likely to miss first payday if government shutdown continues
Jason Swensen, Deseret News | Posted Nov. 5 - 6:17 a.m.
Paying military personnel during the ongoing government shutdown has required a budget juggling act.
'Finally home': Fallen WWII pilot from Utah is laid to rest after 81 years
Par Kermani, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 17 - 7:14 p.m.
Eight decades after he was shot down over the Pacific, Howard Allen Holding, a World War II pilot, was finally laid to rest Friday in Salt Lake City, concluding an 81-year mystery for his family.
Shutdown stress impacts Hill Air Force Base workers as many remain unpaid
Mike Anderson, KSL-TV | Posted Oct. 17 - 4:32 p.m.
As the federal government shutdown drags on with no end in sight, thousands of civilian employees at Hill Air Force Base are feeling the strain financially and emotionally.
'Sacred ground': Southern Utah National Cemetery dedicated in Cedar City
Jeff Richards, St. George News | Posted Sept. 21 - 9:02 a.m.
Officials gathered in Cedar City on Wednesday morning for the dedication of the new Southern Utah National Cemetery.
Effort underway to build National WWII Training Memorial at Historic Wendover Airfield
Alex Cabrero, KSL | Posted Sept. 19 - 10:06 a.m.
Eighty years since the end of World War II, a push has begun to build a memorial at Historic Wendover Airfield honoring the men and women who died while training at the facility.
This Utah facility is working on the next generation of military jamming equipment
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Posted Sept. 9 - 10:32 p.m.
The next generation of military electronic jamming equipment will come from a Utah facility, thanks to a nearly $600 million contract awarded by the U.S. Navy.
'Ignite patriotism': New giant flag unveiled in honor of Major Brent Taylor
Emma Benson, KSL-TV | Posted Sept. 7 - 6:00 p.m.
Fans at the Ogden Raptors game watched as the Major Brent Taylor Foundation unveiled a brand-new giant flag — alongside its original Saturday.
Utahn Cade Harris: Latter-day Saint ward Sunday School president — and Air Force's TD machine
Jason Swensen, Deseret News | Posted Aug. 24 - 3:48 p.m.
Roy High alumnus Cade Harris is expected to be one of the Air Force Academy Falcons' most potent offensive weapons in 2025.
Fired Utah National Guard commander sues Cox, other state leaders
Jason Swensen, Deseret News | Posted Aug. 22 - 9:07 p.m.
The former adjutant general of the Utah National Guard is suing Utah Gov. Spencer Cox and other state officials — claiming he was "unlawfully terminated" without due process.
Former Utah National Guard commander retiring with sizable rank demotion
Jason Swensen, Deseret News | Posted Aug. 16 - 8:20 a.m.
The former adjutant general of the Utah National Guard, placed on leave following allegations of "an inappropriate relationship" — is retiring with a demotion to lieutenant colonel.
Sunset will serve as host site to memorial honoring Vietnam War victims of Agent Orange
Tim Vandenack, KSL | Posted Aug. 12 - 6:17 a.m.
Sunset leaders have agreed to host a memorial honoring Vietnam War victims of Agent Orange, an initiative pushed by a Syracuse veteran of the war.
Strength through purpose: US Army releases 'spiritual fitness' guide for soldiers
Jason Swensen, Deseret News | Posted Aug. 5 - 10:04 a.m.
A new resource recently released by the U.S. Army is anchored to the belief that the spiritual domain also is fundamental to fortifying a soldier's "will to fight — and the spirit to endure."
Lehi pauses proposed bridge ordinance; veterans' happy tradition can continue
Alex Cabrero, KSL | Posted July 22 - 9:35 p.m.
Lehi paused a proposed ordinance that would restrict bridge activities, intended to stop kids from jumping into the Jordan River from pedestrian bridges.
Former Army recruiter charged with sexually assaulting 2 students in southern Utah
Pat Reavy, KSL.com | Posted July 22 - 12:30 p.m.
A former recruiter for the U.S. Army has been charged with using his position to sexually assault a college student and a high school teenager in southern Utah.
'Guardian of the (soccer) Goals': A Utah athlete is repping the US Space Force in NCAA play
Jason Swensen, Deseret News | Posted July 19 - 11:26 a.m.
Judge Memorial graduate Caeli Sherman wears a familiar blue-and-gray uniform for Air Force, but she'll wear a special Space Force jersey with her teammates at least once this year.
Veteran surge event connects unsheltered veterans to resources and homes
Brynn Carnesecca, KSL.com | Posted July 18 - 7:11 p.m.
A monthly veteran surge event supports veterans by providing day-of employment, health care and housing opportunities.
Utah's 'Captain McGregor' serves his country in a unique way, with a unique uniform
Lee Benson, Deseret News | Posted July 13 - 4:55 p.m.
As "Captain McGregor," Doug McGregor has proudly worn this uniform to hundreds of events, large and small. His job? Making sure our flag is still there — for generations to come.
Utah State University to open veteran housing center in Cache Valley
Logan Stefanich, KSL.com | Posted July 10 - 7:37 p.m.
Utah State University's Veterans Resource Office, Cache Valley entrepreneur Nathan Ruben and USA Project Valor are teaming up to open a dedicated housing complex for student veterans in Hyde Park.
Utah WWII veteran celebrates 102nd birthday at saxophone-serenaded bash
Brynn Carnesecca, KSL.com | Posted July 9 - 8:36 p.m.
A World War II veteran, grandfather and friend, Warren Fong has made a lasting impact on everyone around him.
