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Ashley Paulson ran 100 miles on a treadmill in under 13 hours at the Boston Marathon Expo, shattering the previous women's record by nearly 90 minutes. The 44-year-old grandmother plans to run the Boston Marathon just two days later.
A former middle school is getting new life as a community asset while funding the next generation of educational innovation. Sandy City's $17 million purchase of Crescent View Middle School will keep the property public while helping Canyons School District launch a cutting-edge innovation center.
Scientists at the University of Utah have discovered an enzyme that transforms peptide drugs like Ozempic into longer-lasting forms. The breakthrough could help medications stay effective in the body for hours instead of minutes.
A former middle school in Sandy, Utah will become a community asset after the city agreed to purchase it for $17 million, preserving public use while funding the district's new innovation center. Both sides turned down private developers to keep the property serving the community.
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A massive illuminated sphere and soundscape filled with brine flies, bison, and bird calls recently drew crowds to a Salt Lake City park. The immersive artwork transformed environmental crisis into hope, rallying Utahns to save their disappearing lake before it's too late.
First responders in Carbon County, Utah are learning specialized rescue skills for farm emergencies, protecting both victims and rescuers from dangerous equipment. The free training addresses a critical gap: farmers make up less than 2% of workers but face high accident rates.
A parent survived a terrifying 70-foot cliff fall during a family hike in Utah, thanks to swift action from rescuers who completed a dramatic three-hour mountain rescue. The story highlights both the dangers of deceptive terrain and the incredible coordination of emergency responders.
Eight determined runners in Utah just crushed a world record by visiting 176 fast-food restaurants in 24 hours, turning a quirky challenge into an unforgettable community adventure. They beat the previous record of 150 stops and proved that teamwork and determination can make anything possible.
Eight Utah runners jogged up to 50 miles across Salt Lake County, stopping at 176 fast-food restaurants in 24 hours to break a world record. Their quirky challenge proves that extraordinary adventures can happen right in your own backyard.
When a Utah couple adopted a baby through a closed adoption, they made a life-changing decision a week later. They invited the birth mother to become part of their family, creating a beautiful bond that has lasted decades.
A Utah State senior spent her summer interviewing people in recovery to identify what helps and what hurts when someone's fighting to reclaim their life from addiction. Her research could help communities remove barriers that make staying sober nearly impossible.
A small charter school in southern Utah just beat out much larger programs to take home not one, but two state robotics championships. Three teams from Vista School are now heading to the world competition in Missouri.
Over 1,000 volunteers give thousands of hours each year to maintain 152 acres of protected wildlife habitat in the heart of Ogden, Utah. Their dedication keeps rescued birds thriving and nature education programs running strong.
A beloved historic locomotive is rolling into Ogden, and the community is stepping up to welcome tens of thousands of visitors. Within a day, 40 of 48 volunteer spots filled as residents rallied to share their railroad heritage.
When an off-road vehicle burst into flames during a Utah family camping trip, an Orange County fire captain rescued two 15-year-old girls trapped inside, including his own daughter. Both teens are now recovering in a Las Vegas hospital after suffering severe burns.
An anonymous Massachusetts couple quietly funded college scholarships for Castle Valley students for three decades, giving away over $65,000 before their passing. Ralph and Sylvia Marble helped launch 46 young people into higher education, asking for nothing in return.
Ten Utah teachers just received grants totaling $40,000 to bring their most creative classroom ideas to life. The awards, presented by Utah's First Lady and a former Miss America, will fund projects ranging from STEM programs to literacy initiatives.
When a beehive appeared in the eaves of a Utah fire station, crews didn't panic. One of their own firefighters happened to be a beekeeper, turning a buzzing problem into a perfectly executed rescue.
Nearly a fifth of Utah communities are giving residents the power to support renewable energy for the cost of a coffee. The Utah Renewable Communities program makes clean energy accessible to everyone, not just homeowners who can afford solar panels.
Utah just became the first state to legalize plug-in solar panels, and 30 other states are racing to follow. These affordable balcony panels let anyone generate clean energy without spending $30,000 on rooftop installations.
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