A Simple Twist on After School Snacks

We all know it's important to start the day off with a healthy breakfast. As a parent, you also have lunch covered for your hungry student, whether it's packed in a brown bag or eaten in the cafeteria. But after a busy day of learning, young tummies often need a wholesome after-school snack to tide them over until dinner.

Keeping a stash of kid-friendly snacks handy is a sure-fire way to keep snack time manageable, while making sure kids don't have a full afternoon meal, which would spoil their appetite for dinner.

Creative Halloween Costume Ideas

Every Halloween, many people look forward to participating in "frightful" festivities, such as costume parties and contests, but often wait until the last minute to come up with a costume.
This usually leaves slim pickings at party stores and costume shops or a tossed together look. With a little planning and creativity, you can avoid the scramble this year and create a classic Halloween costume using items you probably have at home, or can easily and affordably find.

Snack Your Way to Game Day

As football season kicks off, game day is a perfect time to show off your best spread while cheering your team to victory. From tailgating outside of the stadium to gearing up in front of the big screen at home, all fans alike can indulge in great game day snacks. Look for options that do double-duty on flavor and texture as these will save time and let you enjoy your favorite treats to the fullest.

Governor honors Utah veteran with Korean Ambassador for Peace Medal

PRICE, UTAH (Oct. 3, 2014) – During a visit to Utah State University Eastern, Gov. Gary R. Herbert wrapped up a discussion with student leaders with a living history lesson.

October 4, 2014

The Real Story About What Ended the Great Depression

Campaign launches VOTE.UTAH.GOV promotion

SALT LAKE CITY (Oct. 2, 2014) — The State of Utah’s election website, VOTE.UTAH.GOV, is the focus of a new television campaign promoting the site’s one-stop source for all things related to voting in November’s election.

Gov. Herbert declares October Domestic Violence Awareness Month

SALT LAKE CITY (Oct. 1, 2014) – Gov. Gary Herbert has declared October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month in Utah to join the national observation in support of this serious problem.

Honey Origin

The name "honey" comes from Hebrew and means "enchant." It is used both as a culinary sweetener; but many also consider it for healing and medicinal treatments.

Honey goes back 150 million years. It is  indicated in the Egyptian hieroglyphics. It shows up in the Hittite code. Honey was used in most households as a sweetening agent. The Egyptians really valued honey and  used it as a tribute or payment; or, to feed sacred animals. In India, it's seen in their sacred writings known as the Vedas.

Game Day Eats

5-Layer Hummus Dip
Hummus Crostini Appetizer

It just isn't game day without great food to help fill your belly and spirits as you cheer your favorite team to victory. While traditional tailgate fare has a rightful place in any pre-game celebration, adding interesting new tastes and textures to your typical spread only enhances the excitement.

Caramel Fig Mini-Cheesecakes

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