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An Artist Out of Obscurity

Oct 08, 2015 10:32AM ● By Bryan Scott

Dutch painter Johannes Vermeer is world-renowned. But before that distinction, he was just a working artist, a man who died in debt and was barely recognized in his lifetime.

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Murray Market Maintains Roots, with Many Returners and Much Revenue

Sep 29, 2015 10:10AM ● By Rhett Wilkinson

The 34-year-old market has seen different locations over the years as it struggled to find the right home. Its success, however, wasn’t much of an issue.

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Ms. America 2016, a Valley Resident, Crowned

Sep 25, 2015 02:35PM ● By Rhett Wilkinson

She didn’t expect to be Ms. America. But Tuesday, she will be coronated.

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WWII veteran: 'I’m not a hero.' National organization that honors veterans disagrees.

Sep 18, 2015 11:58PM ● By Rhett Wilkinson

“I’m not a hero.” Those were the first words of a World War II veteran when asked about being honored on a national level. And not just any World War II veteran – Francom might have just saved a plane of men. Still, part of his response when asked what it means?

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Utahns can participate for first time in National Diabetes Prevention Program

Sep 09, 2015 05:02PM ● By Rhett Wilkinson

The first opportunity has arrived for Utahns to participate in the National Diabetes Prevention Program (NDPP), the Salt Lake County Health Department (SLCoHD) announced.

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Annual Bike Ride Highlight For Liberty Sixth Graders, Parents

Aug 10, 2015 09:31AM ● By Bryan Scott

About 12 years ago, Shelby Ansted put on a bike helmet before heading out with her Liberty sixth-grade class to bike to Riverview Park.

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City Considers Expanded Recycling Programs: Rain Water

Aug 10, 2015 09:20AM ● By Bryan Scott

Any good hiker planning a backpacking trip will tell you: if you take care of the ounces, the pounds will take care of themselves. The same could be said for Utah’s water supply.

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