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Reports find Utah’s booming economy contrasts mental health challenges

Daegan Beus
By Daegan Beus
September 03, 2026 10:00 AM
Utah ranks among the nation's strongest states in social capital, economic productivity and family stability, but continues to face significant challenges in mental health and affordability, according to new report by the Utah foundation.
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State

Gov. Herbert delivers final State of the State address

By Anna Bryner
January 30, 2020 12:00 AM
Utah Gov. Gary Herbert emphasized the importance of education, the strength of Utah’s economy and the challenges associated with population growth during his 11th and final State of the State address on Jan. 29.
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State

Gov. Herbert looks to Utah's future in State of the State address

By Hannah Lafond
January 25, 2018 12:00 AM
Utah Gov. Gary Herbert speaks during his annual state of the state address at the Utah State Capitol Jan. 25, 2017, in Salt Lake City. Herbert's 2018 state of the state address optimistically looked forward to 2018 legislation and acknowledged Utah youth suicides and the #MeToo movement. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer)
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