Thrilling OT Win, Controversial Comments and a Modest Proposal
Sunday November 29, 2009
BYU pulled off a thrilling overtime victory against the University of Utah Saturday, as Utah's defense, which had been causing headaches for the Cougar offense throughout the game, was unable ... Read More
Utah-BYU Poll Results, Plus Game Day Do's and Don'ts
Friday November 27, 2009
We're just a little over 24 hours from the big game, and if the About. com "Predict the Score" poll is any indication, BYU fans are feeling pretty confident. A ... Read More
Ready for Black Friday?
Tuesday November 24, 2009
I know the super-organized among us have had their Christmas or other holiday shopping done since Halloween, but for most Salt Lakers Black Friday, the day after Thanksgiving, represents the ... Read More
What's the Most Memorable Utah-BYU Rivalry Game?
Monday November 23, 2009
A lot of fans have responded to my Utah-BYU score prediction poll, and most are predicting a big win for BYU. I'll publish the poll results on Friday, so make ... Read More
Rivalry Week Begins
Sunday November 22, 2009
The University of Utah Utes crushed the San Diego State Aztecs yesterday 38-7, lessening the sting of last week's overwhelming loss to TCU. For 23 seniors on the team it ... Read More
Register for Sundance Locals Single Screening Tickets
Saturday November 21, 2009
Utah residents can register now through Monday, Dec. 20 for a time slot to purchase tickets for individual screenings at the 2011 Sundance Film Festival to be held Jan. 20-30.
Getting ... Read More
In-n-Out Opens in Draper and Orem
Thursday November 19, 2009
"It's a new era in Utah," In-n-Out Burger fans told me as they waited for cheeseburgers and fries outside the California-based restaurant chain's new Draper location, which opened today. The ... Read More
Dine Out This Thanksgiving
Wednesday November 18, 2009
A few days ago I asked a teenage male acquaintance if he was looking forward to Thanksgiving, and he replied, "I don't know. We always have a lot of people ... Read More
Fall and Winter at the Zoo
Monday November 16, 2009
Before the snow fell Saturday, my children and I had a wonderful visit to Hogle Zoo. Visiting the zoo is one great way to get out and enjoy a sunny ... Read More
Fierce Frogs: Utes Lose Big in Ft. Worth 55-28
Sunday November 15, 2009
An almost perfect performance by the TCU Horned Frogs combined with a sup-par performance by the University of Utah Utes combined to create a nightmarish loss for the Utes last ... Read More
Utes Face Toughest Test Tomorrow
Friday November 13, 2009
I'm on pins and needles waiting for the #16 University of Utah Utes to take on one of their toughest opponents of the year, the #4 Horned Frogs of Texas ... Read More
Astro Burgers #1, Plus an In-n-Out Update
Thursday November 12, 2009
The results are in, and Astro Burgers was number one in the About.com Salt Lake City burger poll with 37 percent of the vote. Astro Burgers serves Mexican and Greek ... Read More
Happy Veterans Day
Tuesday November 10, 2009
Veterans Day is tomorrow, Nov. 11, so I'd like to take the time to thank members of the United States military, past and present, for their service and sacrifice. Click ... Read More
Update: This Week's Swine Flu Appointments Filled, More Available Next Week, or Try a Pharmacy
Tuesday November 10, 2009
This week's allotment of H1N1 Swine Flu appointments have been filled, according to the Salt Lake Valley Health Department's website and department spokesperson Pam Davenport. The appointments, which became available ... Read More
Utes Crush New Mexico with Revamped Offense
Sunday November 8, 2009
The University of Utah Utes crushed the New Mexico Lobos yesterday at Rice Eccles Stadium, 45-14. The Utes' record is now 8-1, while New Mexico has dropped to 9-0.
Freshman Ute ... Read More
One Utah Soldier Killed, One Wounded in Ft. Hood Massacre
Saturday November 7, 2009
A 19-year-old soldier from West Jordan was among those shot and killed by U.S. Army Major Nidal Malik Hassan at Ft. Hood in Texas Thursday. Aaron Thomas Nemelka, a graduate ... Read More
Council Considers New Chicken Ordinance
Thursday November 5, 2009
We had a bit of drama and sadness at our house last week. One of our chickens died. Yes, we eat chicken almost every day, but things are different when ... Read More
Swine Flu Vaccine Update
Wednesday November 4, 2009
The Salt Lake County Health Department is now out out of H1N1 Swine Flu vaccines at its clinic locations, but they have distributed a limited number of doses to selected ... Read More
Don't Forget to Vote!
Tuesday November 3, 2009
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Utes Survive Halloween Scare, Get a Wynn
Sunday November 1, 2009
With a full moon overhead, fans dressed in black, a scary-good performance by the defense, and the shocking surprise of a new QB emerging from the shadows in the second ... Read More
