Human Interest

Statement on confirmation of Utah Supreme Court Justice Himonas

SALT LAKE CITY (Feb. 13, 2015) –  Gov. Gary R. Herbert issued the following statement regarding the confirmation of Constandinos G. Himonas as an associate justice of the Utah Supreme Court:
 

How Do Real People Overcome Challenges

to Save for Retirement?

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We've heard a lot about how far behind Americans are in saving for retirement, but we don't often hear many solutions that the average family can actually afford. That's how we landed on a $300 a month figure. It's a challenging number, since few of us can find an extra $300 a month without some effort and sacrifice. But it’s doable, and it's enough to make a real difference in your nest egg by retirement.

We want to get the word out to Utahns and folks across the country that this important bill passed. Below are some resources that are useful in helping you share with your readers why Sen. Hatch fought so hard for this bill:

Sen. Hatch spoke on the Senate Floor on Jan. 28: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eJE78eYMHlk

"Tell Me About Yourself": How to Put Together
a 90-Second Answer to This Important Interview Request
Sure, you're the ultimate authority on yourself, but coming up with an informative yet succinct summary of who you are can be surprisingly difficult—especially during a stressful job interview. Here, Peter K. Studner shares a formula that will help you craft an articulate pitch.

This Valentine's Day, Push the Reset Button on Love
(and Start with Yourself!)

By Avalon S. Brandt

          If you aren't currently in a relationship—and especially if you've recently ended one—you might not be looking forward to Valentine's Day. The lovey-dovey cards, heart-shaped candy boxes, sappy commercials, and made-for-TV movies can all feel like too much.

11 Fatal Errors Not to Make in Your Job Search
If you've been trying to find a job with no success, you may be making mistakes
you aren't aware of. Here, Peter K. Studner points out 11 common errors to avoid.

Will Smart Robots Take Your Job?
Artificial intelligence is the biggest discovery since fire according to Professor Edward D. Hess. As technology advances, more and more American jobs are in danger of being eliminated.
Is your job at risk? Hess explains what you can do to become more employable
as smart machines and robots become more prevalent in today's companies.

There is hope after suicide - 6 months since Robin Williams' death

SPRINGVILLE, Utah (Feb. 10, 2015) - Feb. 11 marks six months since we learned of the suicide death of one of our favorite actors, Robin Williams. We were all stunned and heartbroken. Since Williams' death, approximately 20,000 people in the United States have died by suicide (afsp.org).

Anne Davis Senate Citation, pet food drive

Senate Citation awarded to Anne Davis with memorial pet food drive at State Capitol Feb. 11

HSU offers $1,500 reward for Orem duck shooting

Rewards offered by residents and Humane Society of Utah for killing of ducks at Orem rescue pond