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Gladys Gonzalez turned her own struggle as a Colombian immigrant into a mission that helped thousands of Utah entrepreneurs build successful businesses. Her legacy at the Suazo Business Center now spans three generations of business owners.
Both Utah soccer teams claimed victories Saturday, with the Royals securing their first-ever win against Angel City FC while Real Salt Lake dominated Portland at home. The double header brought electric energy to Utah soccer fans and showcased homegrown talent shining on the field.
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.
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.
Fifteen high school students in Northern Utah will spend a week building a fully functional street-legal electric vehicle from the ground up. The hands-on program launches this July at Utah State University's cutting-edge electric vehicle research center.
Utah State University just opened a new center dedicated to bringing jobs, internet access, and business training to rural communities across the state. The Center for Rural Economic Development & Emerging Technologies will unite existing programs into one powerful platform serving areas that need economic support most.
For the first time ever, solar panels generated more electricity in Utah than coal, natural gas, or any other source. The clean energy milestone is creating thousands of jobs while clearing the air.
Monte, a South Salt Lake fine dining restaurant that opened in 2025, just earned Utah's first-ever Michelin star. The prestigious guide also recognized eight other Utah restaurants in its debut Southwest edition.
A massive renewable energy project in Utah is about to start producing enough green hydrogen to power California when the grid needs it most. The facility can store more energy than every battery in America combined.
Three Utah volunteers flew to Hawaii last weekend to help hundreds displaced by severe flooding that turned roads into rivers and forced over 230 rescues. The Red Cross operated 18 shelters at the height of the crisis, with more Utah teams now on standby.
Patrick Wiggins just spotted his 10th supernova from his backyard observatory in Utah, joining an elite club typically reserved for large institutions and professional astronomers. The stellar explosion happened 40 to 50 million years ago, but its light just reached Earth.
Nearly a quarter of Utah's Rocky Mountain Power customers will soon get electricity from solar and wind instead of fossil fuels. It's the nation's first large-scale community clean energy program, launching after five years of planning.
For the first time ever, Utah generated more electricity from solar panels than any other source in May 2026. The milestone signals major wins for clean air, jobs, and the state's economy.
Utah just committed $5.1 million to save 33 at-risk species before they need federal protection. The state's proactive strategy has already prevented 20 species from endangered listings and helped five others recover.
A Republican lawmaker in Utah read about balcony solar panels in Europe and launched a movement that's now spreading across America. Thirty states have drafted bills to make affordable, portable solar power accessible to renters and homeowners alike.
Sixteen Utah communities just made history by adopting a groundbreaking program that gives residents the power to choose renewable energy. After a decade of grassroots organizing, hundreds of thousands of customers will soon access affordable clean electricity by default.
For the first time in history, solar panels generated more electricity than any other source in Utah this May, marking a turning point in the state's energy future. The shift is creating thousands of jobs while cleaning the air and reducing dependence on fossil fuels.
After seven years of planning, Utah regulators approved a groundbreaking program that lets 19 communities power their cities with renewable energy. Residents can support clean energy for just $4 a month starting in 2027.
Utah is planning 150,000 new homes, and a nonprofit just launched a free toolkit to make sure they're powered by clean energy instead of fossil fuels. These ultra-efficient houses keep families comfortable year-round while slashing utility bills.
Utah's governor made a tough call to keep families safe this Fourth of July, temporarily banning fireworks statewide due to extreme wildfire conditions. Local leaders can still designate safe celebration zones, balancing safety with tradition.
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