Utah
Tuesday, January 31, 2023
Utah Bill Would Mean Stricter Regulations for Union Workers
A Utah lawmaker has proposed a bill which could impose stricter restrictions and regulations for public employees. Passage of House Bill 241…
UT Leads with Formal Volunteering Efforts in AmeriCorps' Latest Research
According to AmeriCorps' latest research, Utah was the state with the highest number of residents volunteering with nonprofits in their communities …
UT Mayor Aims to Lead by Example Following Mayors' Conference
The U.S. Conference of Mayors is the prime opportunity for local leaders to connect with colleagues about shared challenges they face, but also …
UT Pitches In to Help with Wildlife Migration
Two state agencies have teamed up to make safer wildlife migration a priority in Utah. The Utah Wildlife Migration Initiative relies heavily on GPS …
Utah Group Calls EPA Methane Rule Crucial for State's Overall Wellbeing
A Utah group was one of many who voiced its support during last week's Environmental Protection Agency public hearing on a proposed rule to reduce oil…
UT Events Highlight National Day of Racial Healing
Today is Martin Luther King Jr. Day, a day in which many across the country celebrate the revolutionary words and thoughts of the civil rights …
UT Food Bank Receives $100K for Culturally Responsive Foods
Utah Food Bank has received funding for distributing what it calls more "culturally responsive" foods. The $100,000 dollar grant from KeyBank will …
College Courses Show Benefits for Incarcerated Youth in UT
Utah is one of a few states where juveniles behind bars can earn college credit. Utah's Higher Education for Incarcerated Youth program lets young …
$15 Million Allocated to Utah Wastewater Reuse Projects
The state of Utah has allocated a total of $15 million to wastewater re-use projects in Southern Utah. The Southern Utah Reuse ARPA Grant Program …
Utah Economy Sees Tight Labor Market Heading into 2023
Utah's economy is starting to slow down, according to data from the state. Last month, Utah saw an increase of 2.6% in nonfarm payroll jobs…
Utahns Call on Congress to Expand Child Tax Credit
Utahns are calling on Congress to expand the Child Tax Credit and say it should be a priority in a year-end tax package. The debate comes as …
Utah Trees Help Forest Service Meet Challenging Reforestation Efforts
Seeds from trees located within Utah's national forests are helping repopulate forests with similar makeups that may have been impacted by climate cha…