Utah Valley University’s Algae-Fighting Barge Means Cleaner Water and Safer Shores on Utah Lake
OREM, Utah — Utah Valley University (UVU) Associate Professor of Chemistry Kevin Shurtleff, Ph.D., and a team of students are working to address the harmful algal blooms (HABs) that plague Utah Lake with a patented floating filtration barge that cleans the water at the source of the worst algae blooms. The 34-foot-long, 10-foot-wide watercraft weighs about […]
Ballet West Principal Artist Tyler Gum to Retire, Named Assistant Director at Ballet Lubbock
SALT LAKE CITY —Ballet West announces that Principal Artist Tyler Gum will retire from the stage following the company’s production of Dracula, Oct. 23–31, 2026, concluding a professional dance career of more than 16 years. Gum has accepted the position of Assistant Artistic Director at Ballet Lubbock, beginning Aug. 3, 2026. He will return to Ballet West for Dracula rehearsals and performances […]
Ballet West and Park City Opera Announce First-Ever Collaboration
Premieres August 21 and 23 | Located at the Eccles Center In Park City SALT LAKE CITY —Dancers from Ballet West II, Ballet West’s pre-professional company, will take the stage this August alongside the cast of Park City Opera’s production of Charles Gounod’s Roméo et Juliette, performing Aug. 21 and 23, 2026, at the Eccles Center for […]
University of Utah Programs Help Meet Growing Demand for Healthcare Support Professionals
July 22, 2026 – Salt Lake City, Utah – As healthcare occupations are projected to generate approximately 1.9 million openings annually over the next decade, healthcare organizations in Utah and across the nation continue to seek qualified professionals to fill critical workforce needs. University of Utah Professional Education is helping meet that demand through flexible medical and dental […]
CLEAR eGates Are Strengthening Security
CLEAR is the Standard for Trusted Identity The celebration of America’s 250th birthday will bring record-breaking travel volume over the holiday weekend, and as more than 11 million travelers have experienced CLEAR’s secure eGates, we are proud to be strengthening security and enhancing the travel experience across America. CLEAR eGates fortify security, unlock massive operational […]
Ballet West Welcomes New Board Members
SALT LAKE CITY, UT (July, 2026) – Ballet West has appointed several respected professionals to its Board of Directors this past year: Rachel Otto, Kelley Rogge, Shelley Ruff, Katie Tozer, and Mikaela Cook Wilson each bringing a distinct mix of professional expertise and community leadership. “Ballet West prides itself on its engaged and active Board of Directors,” said […]
Deer Valley’s 5th Annual Mountain Beer Festival
DEER VALLEY RESORT; PARK CITY, UTAH (July 8, 2026) – Deer Valley Resort raises a glass to Utah’s craft brewing scene with the fifth annual Deer Valley Mountain Beer Festival. The weekend kicks off with a special Brewmaster Dinner on Friday, Sept. 18, followed by two days of refreshing sips from Utah breweries, scenic chairlift rides, culinary offerings, live music, and […]
Mountainside Resort Foundation Established to Champion Long-Term Community Stewardship
New nonprofit dedicated to enriching quality of life, protecting open space, and investing in the communities surrounding Deer Valley East Village (July 6, 2026) – Extell Development Company, Master Developer of Deer Valley East Village announced the formal launch of the Mountainside Resort Foundation (MRF), a nonprofit organization dedicated to enriching the quality of life of residents, workers, and visitors […]
The Official Salt Lake City MONOPOLY Edition Is Looking for Local Businesses and Landmarks
The official Hasbro Salt Lake City edition of MONOPOLY is now in development and is scheduled for release in March 2027. As part of the project, they’re working with local businesses, attractions, nonprofits, sports organizations and community landmarks to create a game that reflects what makes Salt Lake City unique. The goal is to celebrate […]
Build Your Team. Race for the Corporate Cup.
Summer is just around the corner and provides the perfect opportunity for team building activities. This Pioneer Day, assemble your company’s fastest runners and participate in the Corporate Cup relay race as part of the Deseret News Marathon on Friday, July 24th. Visit run.deseret.com and use discount code SLCHAMBER to get 10% off of your registration. The “Corporate Cup” is the business division […]