Utah venture capital firm announces rebrand and $75 million fund
Utah-based venture capital firm Peak Ventures announced a third fund of $75 million on Oct. 24. The fund is their largest to date and the firm changed their name to Album VC.
Utah Legislature honors suffragettes, commemorates 100 years of women’s suffrage
Senate Joint Resolution No. 1 might not appear different from other government documents, but it marked a momentous political victory for Utah women. This Resolution signified Utah's official ratification of the 19th Amendment — the amendment that secured U.S. women the right to vote.
Utah trade delegation travels to Japan in hopes of economic expansion
Utah Gov. Gary Herbert and representatives from 22 of Utah’s leading companies visited Japan on a trade mission to expand Utah’s global presence, strengthen trade opportunities and forge relationships.
Studies show bipartisanship increases government action
Political polarization is becoming a defining feature of today's America, according to reports by Pew Research Center. This trend often causes issues because legislation requires bipartisan support to pass.
Bond proposed to fix 14 school buildings in Provo School District
An upcoming ballot initiative, the Provo School Bond, would put $245 million towards renovating and updating 14 schools in the Provo School District if passed. The initiative comes in response to complaints about the structural integrity of various schools in the district.
Utah schools in need of funds despite legislative efforts
Educators across Utah are still in need of money even after S.B. 149, a Utah Senate bill created to provide additional funding for schools, was signed into law.