9 results for "utah"
🌍 Planet WinsThousands of years of mountain snowmelt created a massive freshwater reservoir hidden beneath the Great Salt Lake's salty crust. This discovery could help prevent toxic dust storms while rewriting what we know about how water moves through the desert.
🌍 Planet WinsA microscopic worm never seen before has been discovered in Utah's Great Salt Lake, becoming only the third animal known to survive its extreme saltiness. Named with help from Indigenous elders, the tiny creature could unlock secrets about the lake's past and help scientists track its health.
💛 Acts of KindnessCommunities across Weber County, Utah are rolling out the welcome mat with over 25 diverse volunteer opportunities that promise to enrich lives on both sides of service. From teaching Tai Chi to seniors to fostering rescue dogs, these positions offer something special for every skill set and schedule, with some even providing stipends for those who need a little extra income while making a difference.
🎬 VideosAn 85-year-old Utah grandfather is witnessing an electric revolution in his own family. Four Tesla vehicles, solar-powered lawn care, and countless battery-powered tools have transformed their household into a showcase of how affordable and practical clean technology has become in just three years.
🎬 VideosIn a remarkable display of infrastructure growth, Tesla has transformed the electric vehicle charging experience along Utah's I-15 corridor, expanding from just 16 charging stalls at two locations in 2019 to an impressive 92 stalls across eight locations by the end of 2025. This nearly sixfold increase is making electric vehicle travel more convenient and accessible for everyone making the scenic journey between Salt Lake City and Saint George.
🦸 Community HeroesDave Reynolds grew up watching rocket tests from his Utah driveway, dreaming of space exploration. Now, as NASA's booster manager for the Artemis II mission, he's helping send four astronauts around the Moon, proving that childhood dreams really do come true.
💛 Acts of KindnessA Bluffdale family with two children facing a rare creatine deficiency has transformed their personal struggle into a mission of hope. The Wallis family is now funding research and helping others by selling high-quality creatine, turning each purchase into progress toward a cure.
Utah Jazz veteran Kevin Love opens up about his incredible transformation from an entitled, angry young player to a championship winner who learned that being a great teammate matters more than personal glory. His heartfelt apology to former teammate Ricky Rubio reveals the wisdom gained through 17 years in the NBA.
🏆 SportsThomas "Racer Tom" Hart, a 64-year-old retired real estate broker from North Ogden, Utah, has achieved what many thought impossible by skiing over 16 million vertical feet in just one year. His inspiring journey took him across two hemispheres, 285 ski days, and led him to find love along the way while proving age is just a number.