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Survey shows digital political news is trending among millennials

February 17, 2016 12:00 AM
The majority of college students get their news from digital sources, particularly social media. (Associated Press)
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LDS Church releases statement condemning Oregon armed occupation

January 04, 2016 12:00 AM
One Utah native called himself 'Captain Moroni,' spawning several media inquiries in connection to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints after a group of militiamen occupied a federal building at a nation wildlife refugee in Burns, Oregon.
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Parliament of the World's Religions: Opening ceremony celebrates people of all faiths

October 16, 2015 12:00 AM
In this photo taken on Thursday, Oct. 15, 2015, members of the Ute Tribe lead the procession for the opening plenary at the 2015 Parliament of the World's Religions held inside the Salt Palace Convention Center in Salt Lake City. (Lennis Mahler/The Salt Lake Tribune via AP)
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Historic tour app gives locals a glimpse into Provo’s long-standing past

September 07, 2015 12:00 AM
Provo City Council debuted a new app that transforms a Center Street walk into a historic journey through time, dating as far back as the late 19th Century.
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Muse Music is back in Provo

July 22, 2015 12:00 AM
After officially closing their doors in December, Darcie Roy and Debby Phillips have announced a new location and an opening date for Muse Music.
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New member gets converted to conference

March 26, 2015 12:00 AM
Recent converts to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints often serve as reminders to lifetime members that General Conference can be a valuable, faith-building experience.
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BYU autism research study reaches out to local community

February 05, 2015 12:00 AM
A BYU research team is seeking new ways to teach social skills to individuals with autism.
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Turning the hearts of the fathers to the runners

July 25, 2014 12:00 AM
Organizers from the Provo South Stake hosted the second annual Temple-To-Temple 5k Walk and Run on Thursday for Pioneer Day.
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Facebook group connects local outdoor adventurers

July 23, 2014 12:00 AM
Young adults across Utah Valley are making friends and challenging themselves thanks to a new online outdoor adventure group.
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Expanding the meaning of 'student athlete' through eSports

July 18, 2014 12:00 AM
Educational institutions across the United States are embracing a new group of student athletes who don’t use helmets, balls or bats but favor headsets, keyboards and gaming mice.
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Safe spelunking: Tips for beginning cavers

July 14, 2014 12:00 AM
Caves with rappels, also known as technical caves, require special equipment to navigate. (Courtesy Debbie Spoons)
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BYU: The home of the Ragnarian nation

July 09, 2014 12:00 AM
A team: the idea that each member carries their weight in order to bring about the success of the whole. While the masses generally think of organized sports, namely football, basketball and baseball as ideal team sports, Ragnar Relays would like to throw its name into the mix.
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The benefits of a growing local foods movement

January 15, 2014 12:00 AM
Supporting a restaurant that buys local foods supports local farmers, who employ members of the community. (Photo by Samantha Paskins)
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Provo-based boy band sets sights to the future

January 14, 2014 12:00 AM
Provo-based boy band Beyond 5 had its first U.S. concert in early November in Provo. (Photo by Maddi Dayton)
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Unique opportunity allows interns to create curriculum

January 31, 2013 12:00 AM
Residential treatment centers in Utah employ educators who can teach in an individualized way, blending treatment and learning to make a difference for at-risk students.
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BYU freshmen women jump at chance to serve missions

October 07, 2012 12:00 AM
For middle-aged women in America, 40 is considered the new 30. For young women in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 19 is the new 21.
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Knights in training attend summit

September 27, 2012 12:00 AM
Is chivalry dead? Two hundred knights in shining armor don't think so, and that's what brought them to the Mastering Knighthood annual two-day summit in South Jordan.
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Stand-up for Mormons on Dutch TV

September 24, 2012 12:00 AM
Humor U's open mic night was a success thanks to two new members. The next Humor U show is free and will be filmed for Dutch national television. All students are invited to the show, which will take place at Dave and Cranky Chuckies restaurant south of campus on Sept. 25 at 8 p.m.
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