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BYU ROTC celebrates Memorial Day and upcoming sesquicentennial

May 23, 2025 12:05 PM
The BYU Air Force and Army ROTC programs held an event called “The Light of Christ – A Legacy of Leadership and Service” on Thursday, May 22.
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Three striking similarities between messages of Pope Leo XIV and President Nelson — a call for peacemakers

May 20, 2025 10:06 AM
In a world of polarization and cancel culture, where each voice is clamoring to be heard, messages of peace are needed now more than ever.
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Inside the temple interior design process

May 16, 2025 07:00 AM
Temples for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are known for their beautiful designs.
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Provo joins Bee City USA as first in Utah to boost pollinator conservation

May 16, 2025 07:00 AM
Provo recently became the first city in Utah to join the Bee City USA initiative, a national program that promotes education and protection for native pollinators.
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Wellness spa in Provo takes a holistic approach to healing and relaxation

May 15, 2025 07:00 AM
Life can be tough on relaxation and mental health.
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Church and government officials warn against affinity fraud

May 15, 2025 07:00 AM
Even though Church and government officials have raised alarms for decades about affinity fraud in Utah, law enforcement officials have reported several large criminal fraud cases in 2025.
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Nonprofit transitional school assists neurodivergent students learn independent living skills

May 14, 2025 07:00 AM
Living in a neurotypical world can be challenging for neurodiverse individuals.
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Provo leaders and locals improve transit, parks, streets

May 13, 2025 07:00 AM
Recent census data shows more people continue to move to Provo, presenting the city with the challenge of meeting the growing demand for public transit and parks.
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Nonprofit helps women facing unexpected pregnancy

May 09, 2025 02:28 PM
Pregnancy Choice Utah was founded nearly 10 years ago to offer support to pregnant women in vulnerable circumstances.
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Syracuse Utah Temple open house begins; first temple with two baptistries

May 09, 2025 12:01 PM
In a media briefing on May 7, Church leaders and local youth spoke about the soon-to-be dedicated Syracuse Utah Temple, emphasizing how the new temple will expand access and encourage regular worship.
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Robert Prevost, first pope from US in history of the Catholic Church, takes the name Leo XIV

May 08, 2025 01:55 PM
VATICAN CITY (AP) — Robert Prevost, the Chicago-born missionary who spent his career ministering in Peru and took over the Vatican’s powerful office of bishops, was elected the first pope from the United States in the history of the Catholic Church on Thursday.
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Exploring treatment options for pain management after surgery

May 08, 2025 07:00 AM
Pain management following surgery has evolved significantly over the years, with more personalized options to make recovery smoother and safer.
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Sundance Film Festival’s relocation to Boulder is met with disappointment among many Utahns, excitement among others

May 08, 2025 07:00 AM
The Sundance Film Festival is heading to Boulder, Colorado, in 2027. While festival organizers and Colorado officials are celebrating the move, it’s leaving many Utah leaders and artists disappointed.
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Judy Brummer's journey of change: A story of faith and transformation

May 07, 2025 11:59 AM
"A leopard never changes its spots," the saying goes, but Judy Brummer believes otherwise. Her book, "Spots," tells the story of her personal transformation and how anyone can change, no matter their past.
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What Pope Francis taught about interfaith relations

May 06, 2025 10:43 AM
It was the middle of finals week and Fernanda Romero, one of only a handful of Catholic students at BYU, was spending Easter Sunday at Mass to pray for Pope Francis.
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New mental health resource opens in Utah

May 05, 2025 05:38 AM
Mental health challenges affect one in every five adults, according to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, yet not everyone who struggles with mental health gets the support they need.
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Provo clinic tackles long-term concussion symptoms

April 30, 2025 02:06 PM
For many who experience concussions, it may not be just a two week trial, but a long-term injury that can last years after impact.
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State Capitol cherry trees in full bloom, draw crowds

April 16, 2025 10:16 AM
General Conference isn’t the only event that has people running to Salt Lake City in April. Since 1931, the Utah State Capitol has been home to an impressive collection of cherry trees that put on a glorious display of pink and white blossoms for a few short weeks, usually peaking in early April.
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