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'Definitely a need': Muslim leader says Utah needs Islamic advocacy group representation
Tim Vandenack, KSL | Posted July 30 - 12:02 p.m. | Save Story
In the wake of a violent July 13 attack, a leader in Utah's Muslim community says the state needs an advocacy group to defend the Islamic community's interests.

'Biggest and heaviest season': 'The Chosen' unveils first Season 6 teaser trailer
Margaret Darby, Deseret News | Posted July 27 - 6:33 p.m. | Save Story
The first official teaser trailer for "The Chosen" Season 6 was released on Monday. This season of the biblical drama will depict the final 24 hours of Jesus Christ's life, known as Good Friday.

St. George woman serving church mission competes on 'American Ninja Warrior'
Arianne Brown, KSL | Posted July 25 - 2:05 p.m. | Save Story
For the past four seasons, Anna McArthur has competed on "American Ninja Warrior." This year, however, she was on a mission. Literally.

Relief Society General President Camille Johnson reflects on pioneer heritage
Brooke Walker, KSL | Posted July 23 - 10:00 p.m. | Save Story
As Days of '47 Parade grand marshal, Relief Society General President Camille Johnson shares family stories, reflects on the pioneer spirit and explains why she believes the celebration continues to inspire new generations.

From Salt Lake City to the Senate: Curtis leads tribute honoring Pioneer Day
Cami Mondeaux, Deseret News | Posted July 23 - 6:05 p.m. | Save Story
A journey that began more than 175 years ago on the wagon trails of the West had a moment of glory in the U.S. Senate on Thursday.

St. John's Lutheran Church to hand out water during Days of '47 Parade
Joe R. Wirthlin Jr, KSL | Posted July 23 - 4:03 p.m. | Save Story
Members of the St. John's Lutheran Church in Salt Lake City will hand out water to passing paradegoers, some for the 16th year in a row.

Church of Jesus Christ announces 10 hymns to be included in 'Hymns for Home and Church'
Emily Ashcraft, KSL | Posted July 23 - 3:03 p.m. | Save Story
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints released 10 new hymns that will be included in its new hymnbook as part of a phased rollout for "Hymns for Home and Church."

Potential Daylight Saving Time change would impact American Jewish community
Joe R. Wirthlin Jr, KSL | Posted July 20 - 5:00 p.m. | Save Story
The House of Representatives passed a bill to permanently adopt Daylight Saving Time nationwide. Jewish Americans foresee challenges around the change.

Permanent deacon in Salt Lake Diocese approaches 50 years serving Catholic Church
Joe R. Wirthlin Jr, KSL | Posted July 19 - 5:00 p.m. | Save Story
Deacon Stan Stott was ordained as a permanent deacon in the Catholic Church on Dec. 26, 1976. Nearly 50 years later, he says he's still enjoying it.

How a 2,300-mile Walk for Peace thrust a Texas monk and his rescue dog into the spotlight
Deepa Bharath, Associated Press | Posted July 19 - 9:02 a.m. | Save Story
The Venerable Bhikkhu Pannakara, a Buddhist monk from Texas, has been thrust into the spotlight after leading the Walk for Peace. And yet, he said he doesn't want the attention.

Utah Odia Community hosts Rath Yatra at new temple in Kearns
Joe R. Wirthlin Jr, KSL | Posted July 18 - 8:31 p.m. | Save Story
The Ratha Yatra Festival, honoring three Hindu gods in a festival centered around bringing people together, took place at the new BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Hindu Mandir in Kearns on Saturday.

Mount Olympus is a candidate for the UNESCO World Heritage List
Costas Kantouris and Elena Becatoros, Associated Press | Posted July 18 - 11:24 a.m. | Save Story
Mount Olympus, the mythological home of ancient Greece's 12 Olympian gods, may soon join UNESCO's World Heritage List.

Church of Jesus Christ reaches new record with 88,500 full-time missionaries
Emily Ashcraft, KSL | Posted July 15 - 8:07 a.m. | Save Story
On Tuesday, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced it has more missionaries serving than ever before, after the opening of 55 new missions.

Rendering released for exterior of future Spanish Fork temple
Emily Ashcraft, KSL | Posted July 13 - 8:30 p.m. | Save Story
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints released an exterior rending for the Spanish Fork Utah Temple, which was announced in April 2025.

90th annual Obon festival gathers more than a thousand attendees in Salt Lake City
Joe R. Wirthlin Jr, KSL | Posted July 11 - 10:40 p.m. | Save Story
More than a thousand attendees gathered for the 90th annual Obon Festival hosted by the Salt Lake Buddhist Temple. Families gathered for an afternoon and evening of music, dancing and fun.

Salt Lake Buddhist Temple to host 90th annual Obon festival in Japantown
Joe R. Wirthlin Jr, KSL | Posted July 8 - 8:06 a.m. | Save Story
The Salt Lake Buddhist Temple will be hosting the 90th annual Obon festival, a free community event geared around honoring and remembering one's ancestors.

NFL legendary coach Andy Reid joins Tabernacle Choir's tribute to America's 250th anniversary
Dan Rascon, KSL | Posted July 5 - 9:30 p.m. | Save Story
Legendary coach Andy Reid helped deliver a message of unity and patriotism during a special broadcast of Music & the Spoken Word honoring America's 250th anniversary.


