The Utah Department of Health on Tuesday kicked off a work-site health promotion timed for the ramp-up to the 2008 Olympics in Beijing.
State health employees are being challenged to "walk to China" by clocking a total of 6,106 miles — the distance from Temple Square to Tiananmen Square.
They kicked off the effort with a one-mile walk during lunch Tuesday.
Story of Salt Lake airmen
I found that out last week. In search of a Memorial Day column, I wandered into Memory Grove (who said columnists can't grasp the obvious?) and as I walked by the various war monuments, I came upon the best-looking structure there: the Meditation Chapel, which might have been transplanted straight from Athens.
Personal investments
As the 29th annual Primary Children's Miracle Network Telethon approaches, Chrissy Sperry said she is reminded of the many blessings in her life.
Holiday campers
Campground officials said about 30 people remained there Sunday morning, following heavy rains and unexpected snow.
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