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Utah Technology Council touts STEM education for Utah’s economic future
The long-term future of the state’s economy will hinge on Utah’s ability to develop the next generation of skilled information technology professionals that will fill the growing number of high-tech jobs being produced,... Read more »
As times get better can you keep a leash on your credit card?
Tips for avoiding a personal recession as the economy improves. Read more »
Utah high school students receive engineering scholarship
Sarah Fletcher from Mountain View High School, Orem, and Phillip Ng from Provo High School each received the merit-based scholarship of $10,000, awarded to high school seniors interested in... Read more »
US consumer prices rise just 0.1 pct. in May
U.S. consumer prices rose slightly last month, as higher energy costs partly offset cheaper food. The small increase is further evidence that consumers are benefiting from mild inflation. Read more »
Doug Robinson: Utah man's new running shoe could be golden
The running shoe is all wrong for the human foot, so Orem's Golden Harper came up with a solution — a radically different shoe called Altra that is expected to do $20 million in sales this... Read more »
Private school in Texas gives students $100,000 to invest in stocks
A private school in Texas has received a donation of $100,000 from parents of former and current students to help its business club gain real-life investing experience. Read more »
Google settles suit, clears way for stock split
Google has resolved a shareholder lawsuit blocking a long-delayed stock split, clearing the way for the Internet search leader to issue a new class of non-voting shares later this year. Read more »
Outgoing US ambassador to Canada calls Keystone 'important'
Outgoing U.S. ambassador to Canada David Jacobson said Monday the Obama administration knows how important the contentious Keystone XL pipeline is to Canada but he won't speculate about how much it... Read more »
Father figures: How dads' financial influence on their kids adds up
Dads have a great influence on their children's financial understanding — not just in what they say, but in how they model the use of money, experts say. Read more »
Want a better return on your college investment? Choose your major wisely
As unemployment and student debet continue to be a pressing issue, some analysts are proposing that Americans rethink college. A new study by Bankrate.com shows, among other things, that advanced... Read more »
Family Book Festival helps make reading fun
KSL Family Book Festival was held at the Gateway Mall Saturday. Read more »
Highly efficient 'passive homes' gain ground in US
After decades of near silence, a passive voice is being heard in American architecture. Read more »
Secret to Prism program: It's just one part of an even bigger data seizure
In the months and early years after 9/11, FBI agents began showing up at Microsoft Corp. more frequently than before, armed with court orders demanding information on customers. Read more »
In faith communities, fraudsters prey on trust
Many perpetrators of investment fraud take advantage of the bonds of trust among religious communities to grow their pool of victims. However, avoiding a scheme is relatively easy if an investor... Read more »
2 Utah businesses to expand, adding 740 new jobs
The Governor’s Office of Economic Development announced Thursday that MasterControl will expand its Salt Lake-based operations, creating nearly 200 new jobs. Utah-based HireVue will also expand its operations, adding 540 jobs. Read more »
Groups hold public rally to 'Stop the Stench' in Pleasant Grove
Determined to "Stop the Stench," a collection of concerned groups joined forces Thursday to hold a rally at BMW Motors near I-15 and Pleasant Grove Blvd. They want the nearby Timpanogos Special... Read more »
Vehicle crashes into Sandy dry cleaning store
A building was damaged but no one was injured after a vehicle crashed into a dry cleaning business early Thursday. Read more »
Animal rights group threatens Utah fur farms in new guide
The Animal Liberation Front, branded by the FBI as a terrorist organization, has released a new "guide to destroying the fur industry" that lists 60 Utah farms. Read more »
Salt Lake City invites public to Sugarmont Plaza grand opening party
The Redevelopment Agency of Salt Lake City has invited the public to attend the grand opening celebration of Sugarmont Plaza on Friday, June 14, from 6-9 p.m. Read more »
'Pregnant' teen boys featured in Chicago's ad campaign
Several unnatural images have been produced by the Chicago Department of Health as a part of their campaign against teen pregnancy. The purpose of the photos is to highlight that teen pregnancy is... Read more »
Dog 'heroes' donate blood, save canine lives, solve supply issues
Dog "heroes" donate blood, save canine lives, solve veterinary supply issues Read more »
Utahn Ted Ligety to be featured in Olympic ad campaign
The Coca-Cola Company has announced that Park City-native Ted Ligety will be one its “Four-Pack” of athletes to serve as active living ambassadors for the Sochi 2014 Winter Olympic Games. Read more »
University of Utah business school hires new full-time MBA director
The University of Utah's David Eccles School of Business has hired entrepreneur and educator Dave Harris as director of the full-time MBA program after a national search. Read more »
Primary Children's gets national nod in U.S. News' best hospital rankings
Primary Children's Medical Center has again ranked among the nation's top pediatric hospitals. Read more »
Outgoing US ambassador to Canada calls Keystone 'important'
Outgoing U.S. ambassador to Canada David Jacobson said Monday the Obama administration knows how important the contentious Keystone XL pipeline is to Canada but he won't speculate about how much it would damage the relationship... Read more »
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Doug Robinson: Utah man's new running shoe could be golden
The running shoe is all wrong for the human foot, so Orem's Golden Harper came up with a solution — a radically different shoe called Altra that is expected to do $20 million in sales this... Read more »
As times get better can you keep a leash on your credit card?
Tips for avoiding a personal recession as the economy improves. Read more »
Efforts to stop excavation at Point of the Mountain at a standstill
Point of the Mountain is home to some of the best wind in the world, but efforts to preserve this recreational haven for paragliding and hang gliding have reached a stalemate with state and local... Read more »
In faith communities, fraudsters prey on trust
Many perpetrators of investment fraud take advantage of the bonds of trust among religious communities to grow their pool of victims. However, avoiding a scheme is relatively easy if an investor... Read more »
Millennials relying on prepaid cards and payday loans
In a survey of millennials, more than half said they used alternative lending services, including prepaid cards, check cashing, pawn shops and payday loans, according USA Today. Read more »
Want a better return on your college investment? Choose your major wisely
As unemployment and student debet continue to be a pressing issue, some analysts are proposing that Americans rethink college. A new study by Bankrate.com shows, among other things, that advanced... Read more »
Got weeds? Hire a goat
Some environmentally-friendly property owners and land managers prefer using sheep and goats to control weeds and mow lawns. Read more »
Animal rights group threatens Utah fur farms in new guide
The Animal Liberation Front, branded by the FBI as a terrorist organization, has released a new "guide to destroying the fur industry" that lists 60 Utah farms. Read more »
Utah high school students receive engineering scholarship
Sarah Fletcher from Mountain View High School, Orem, and Phillip Ng from Provo High School each received the merit-based scholarship of $10,000, awarded to high school seniors interested in... Read more »
US home construction rises 6.8 percent in May
U.S. builders stepped up home construction in May and applied for permits to build single-family homes at the fastest pace in five years. The gains show housing remains a key source of growth for... Read more »
Private school in Texas gives students $100,000 to invest in stocks
A private school in Texas has received a donation of $100,000 from parents of former and current students to help its business club gain real-life investing experience. Read more »
'Pregnant' teen boys featured in Chicago's ad campaign
Several unnatural images have been produced by the Chicago Department of Health as a part of their campaign against teen pregnancy. The purpose of the photos is to highlight that teen pregnancy is... Read more »
2 Utah businesses to expand, adding 740 new jobs
The Governor’s Office of Economic Development announced Thursday that MasterControl will expand its Salt Lake-based operations, creating nearly 200 new jobs. Utah-based HireVue will also expand its operations, adding 540 jobs. Read more »
Utah Technology Council touts STEM education for Utah’s economic future
The long-term future of the state’s economy will hinge on Utah’s ability to develop the next generation of skilled information technology professionals that will fill the growing number of high-tech jobs being produced,... Read more »
Groups hold public rally to 'Stop the Stench' in Pleasant Grove
Determined to "Stop the Stench," a collection of concerned groups joined forces Thursday to hold a rally at BMW Motors near I-15 and Pleasant Grove Blvd. They want the nearby Timpanogos Special... Read more »
Father figures: How dads' financial influence on their kids adds up
Dads have a great influence on their children's financial understanding — not just in what they say, but in how they model the use of money, experts say. Read more »
Google begins launching Internet-beaming balloons
Google is launching Internet-beaming antennas into the stratosphere aboard giant, jellyfish-shaped balloons with the lofty goal of getting the entire planet online. Read more »
Dog 'heroes' donate blood, save canine lives, solve supply issues
Dog "heroes" donate blood, save canine lives, solve veterinary supply issues Read more »
Wake-up call: Starbucks to post calorie counts
Starbucks has a new way to wake up its customers: showing the calories in its drinks. Read more »
Highly efficient 'passive homes' gain ground in US
After decades of near silence, a passive voice is being heard in American architecture. Read more »
Vehicle crashes into Sandy dry cleaning store
A building was damaged but no one was injured after a vehicle crashed into a dry cleaning business early Thursday. Read more »
Hewlett-Packard puts Todd Bradley in strategy role
Todd Bradley, the head of Hewlett-Packard Co.'s printing and personal computer business, has been appointed to a new position in charge of the company's strategy with a focus on China, the company... Read more »
Salt Lake City invites public to Sugarmont Plaza grand opening party
The Redevelopment Agency of Salt Lake City has invited the public to attend the grand opening celebration of Sugarmont Plaza on Friday, June 14, from 6-9 p.m. Read more »
Secret to Prism program: It's just one part of an even bigger data seizure
In the months and early years after 9/11, FBI agents began showing up at Microsoft Corp. more frequently than before, armed with court orders demanding information on customers. Read more »
Outgoing US ambassador to Canada calls Keystone 'important'
Outgoing U.S. ambassador to Canada David Jacobson said Monday the Obama administration knows how important the contentious Keystone XL pipeline is to Canada but he won't speculate about how much it... Read more »
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