State and National

Utah Food Bank Partners with Boy Scouts of America to  

Collect Food for Local Families

SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH - March 13, 2014 - Utah Food Bank and its partner agencies across the state are working with the Boy Scouts of America to help Fight Hunger Statewide during the 28th annual Scouting for Food, scheduled for Saturday, March 22.  This food drive comes at a critical time when supplies at Utah Food Bank and emergency food pantries are beginning to thin following the holiday season.

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How to Sound Smart About Utah Politics - March 12, 2014

House to present final report on John Swallow investigation. Lee not worried about dual-track nominating system. Herbert says he's an "action figure" on Medicaid.

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How to Sound Smart About Utah Politics - March 11, 2014

Lockhart's education proposal comes up empty in the final budget deal. Herbert signs the "Count My Vote" compromise. Senate advances Medicaid plan.

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How to Sound Smart About Utah Politics - March 11, 2014

Lockhart's education proposal comes up empty in the final budget deal. Herbert signs the "Count My Vote" compromise. Senate advances Medicaid plan.

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Campaign seeks to register Utahns before March caucuses, engage new voters in political process

Registration available at credit union branches statewide or utahscreditunions.org

SALT LAKE CITY (March 3, 2014) – With political caucuses beginning later this month, Utah’s credit unions have launched the “Ready. Set. Vote.” initiative to increase voter registration and political engagement.

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How to Sound Smart About Utah Politics - March 10, 2014

Lawmakers near a final budget deal. Final report on John Swallow investigation delayed. Likely no decision on Medicaid before the 2014 session ends.

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For Immediate Release

March 7, 2014

Utah Unemployment Lowest in More than 5 Years

SALT LAKE CITY – Utah’s unemployment rate in January hit a five-year low, falling to 3.9 percent as the state economy picked up speed and is on track for continued strong growth in 2014.

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How to Sound Smart About Utah Politics - March 7, 2014

Herbert threatens to veto Lockhart's education plan if it costs too much. Payday lender crackdown sails through the legislature. Autism treatment bill one step closer to approval.

Early Season Wildfires Caused by Private Burning

 Fire officials are issuing a caution as warmer weather arrives. Already this year, a handful of fires that were initially ignited by individuals wanting to clear dead grass or dispose of organic waste have escaped control when they were not being tended and flared up or when unexpected winds carried embers into dry grass.

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How to Sound Smart About Utah Politics - March 6, 2014