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After proposed statue in DC, Utahn Martha Cannon may also get statue in Wales
KSL TV, File<p>By | Posted Mar 9th, 2018 @ 9:00am<p> 1 photo<p>3<p>LLANDUDNO, Wales — People in the Welsh hometown of a woman who became the first female state …
Salt Lake City13 Movies About Cults You Can Stream Right Now, From 'Holy Hell' To 'Messiah Of Evil'
Excitement's growing for the latest Netflix series <i>Wild Wild Country</i>, a deep look at the bizarre true story of the cult behind America's largest …
Los AngelesPetition pushing LDS church to no longer allow bishops to conduct sensitive interviews of youths
A petition calling for an end to the practice of one-on-one interviews between Mormon leaders and youth members of the church has been gaining …
Salt Lake CityDecision to be released in constitutional challenge of polygamy law
CRANBROOK, B.C. — A judge in British Columbia is scheduled to hand down a decision today in a constitutional challenge of Canada’s polygamy …
PolygamyBowling Green officially adds FCS assistant to Mike Jinks’ staff
<b>Mike Jinks</b>‘ coaching staff at Bowling Green is whole yet again.<p>Following up on reports that surfaced earlier in the week, BGSU confirmed that <b>Jacob</b> …
College FootballDaphne Bramham: Convicted polygamist Winston Blackmore unrepentant even as he faces possible jail time
CRANBROOK — Expect to hear more, not less, from Winston Blackmore now that his conviction for polygamy has been officially registered in the B.C. …
ReligionMormon Missionaries Expand Online Teaching
Mormon missionaries are in 20 Latter-day Saint visitors’ centers, historic sites and other locations around the world teaching the gospel of Jesus …
Salt Lake CityIdaho Falls doctor converts historic LDS chapel to healing center
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho — Dr. Jeff Baker said he didn’t realize what he was getting himself into when he took the leap of faith to restore a 90-year-old …
Most municipal workers quit in Utah polygamous sect town
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — The new mayor of a mostly polygamous town on the Utah-Arizona border is finishing off a complete overhaul of municipal staff and boards after mass resignations when she took office in January to become the first woman and first non-member of the polygamous sect to hold the …
ReligionD.C. snubs Russian ambassador
'After what happened to Jeff Sessions, no member wants to be in the press for meeting with the Russian ambassador.'<p>Russia's new ambassador to the United States has been described as both ruthless and charming. Since his arrival in Washington six months ago, he has emphasized the charm — hosting …
Russia‘Trek: The Movie’ will make you glad you only have to be a teenager once
YouTube<p>By | Posted Mar 7th, 2018 @ 3:01pm<p>OREM — For a born-and-raised Californian like me, “trek” always seemed like a foreign and slightly bizarre …
Salt Lake CityLDS girl publishes article about being a ‘misunderstood Mormon’ in her high school newspaper
Erika Cook said she is used to being a target for Mormon questions and jokes growing up as the only member of the LDS Church at her school.<p>Cook, a …
Religion20 Hilarious Mormon Memes and Tweets to Remind You Why We're a Peculiar People
When it comes to Mormon culture, there are many peculiar things Latter-day Saints find funny. Here is a smattering of recent Mormon tweets and memes …
Elder Holland: "I Want You to Be Proud You Are a Woman"
First of all, I want you to be proud you are a woman. I want you to feel the reality of what that means, to know who you truly are. You are literally …
Salt Lake CityHow Aly Raisman and I disagree on modesty
Olympic gymnast Aly Raisman wants to stand up against sexual abuse and be a voice for change.<p>But I think she’s doing it the wrong way.<p>Matthew Dae …
Aly RaismanMarch Is Red Cross Month: Blood Drives In San Diego County
Donors of all blood types are needed.<p>SAN DIEGO COUNTY, CA – March is Red Cross Month. In honor of the occasion, the American Red Cross is asking …
California'Black 14' Tells Story of College Football Players Who Risked Their Careers for Racial Justice
Nearly a half-decade before Colin Kaepernick jeopardized his National Football League (NFL) career to protest anti-Black racism, 14 Black University …
Race & EthnicityMesa school board to offer Utah educator Ember Conley superintendent position
Mesa Public Schools board voted to offer the superintendent role to Ember Conley of Park City, Utah.
EducationMormon prophet surprises California Mormons with unannounced appearance
I'm glad I happened to be in Oakland for this surprise chance to hear President Nelson Unplugged, because it was delightful. He stayed out of …
FaithWho can adopt a Native child?
On a hot summer day in 2007, Gary Williams sat on a worn loveseat across from his dad, Floyd Williams, in Floyd’s Buckeye, Arizona, home. Gary, his …
U.S. Supreme CourtMeet the finalists for Mesa Public Schools superintendent
CLOSE<p>Mesa schools held a live Q&A with its final three superintendent candidates on March 5, 2018.<p>Mesa Public Schools is nearing the end of its …
EducationThe Bible: Mormon Researcher Of Christianity History Says Last Five Centuries Suggest Truth of Creation Story
OREM, Utah – A black box.<p>That was Ben Spackman’s description of the device that scriptural text enters.<p>“And out comes interpretation,” he …
Harry PotterWhat's it really like being a Mormon missionary?
Sister Wolfgram can only see her family twice a year via Skype: on Mother's Day, and at Christmas.<p>She's allowed to email relatives weekly, but as a …
ReligionOmaha man who died after being hit by SUV was always helping others, family says
A retired Air Force major has died after being struck by an SUV on Thursday while walking near 90th Street and West Dodge Road.<p>Gregory R. Clark, 60, …
LDSMBA Conference: Is it OK for a Christian 'to be your authentic self?'
PALO ALTO, California — A two-day gathering in the heart of Silicon Valley focused on a topic that's become at best one to politely avoid, at worst, …
Silicon Valley'Luz de las Naciones': A fiesta celebrating family, Latin American culture
There are many ways to celebrate and connect with one’s heritage and ancestors. Some people hold tightly to family photos, journals and diaries. …
Latin AmericaLas Vegas billboard changed to read 'Shoot A School Kid' by activist group
A Las Vegas billboard was vandalized to read, 'Shoot a school kid only $29,' early Thursday morning. USA TODAY<p>Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School seniors Simon Hoo and Julia Bishop share their struggle with the loss of friends in the shooting and how they’re rebuilding together as a “family.” USA …
NewsAdvertisers flee InfoWars founder Alex Jones' YouTube channel
Some of the biggest brands in the U.S. had ads running on the YouTube channels for far-right website InfoWars and its founder, notorious conspiracy theorist Alex Jones, and they say they had no idea YouTube was allowing their advertising to appear there.<p>Last week, YouTube reprimanded the conspiracy …
InternetChurch Finances Are Used to Invite All to Come Unto Christ
SALT LAKE CITY | Friday, 02 March 2018 |Presiding Bishop Gérald Caussé says the true strength of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is …
Mormon leader shares details on LDS Church finances
SALT LAKE CITY — In the early 1830s, destitute Mormons flooded into the city of Kirtland, Ohio. Brigham Young himself wore borrowed pants and shoes. …
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