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Corn Creek fire contained 06/21/2008 03:15:29 AM GMT
Posted: 9:14 PM- The Corn Creek fire, a blaze burning 11 miles west of Escalante in the Dixie National Forest, is 100 percent contained.

Teen killed in school roof fall identified 06/21/2008 02:28:18 AM GMT
Posted: 8:24 PM- Traces of the Sean McCoy friends and mentors remember seem to remain in his yearbook pictures: the jokester in the band photo, looking sideways into the camera with a half-smile; the passionate, motivated tennis player, looking poised for action with hands clasped over his saxophone.
The 16-year-old Jordan Memorial High School student died Thursday after crashing through a skylight on a school roof near his home and falling 40 feet. Police said he scaled Bonneville Junior High School with a friend and ran over the skylight after being spotted by an adult on the ground.

Son who bilked mom given a year in jail 06/21/2008 02:03:56 AM GMT
Posted: 8:02 PM- A 51-year-old Holladay man was sentenced to one year in jail today for stealing more than $237,000 from his blind mother.

FLDS spokesman ordered to stay away from Warren Jeffs' daughter 06/21/2008 01:21:19 AM GMT
Posted: 7:20 PM- A Texas judge has temporarily barred an FLDS spokesman accused of intimidation from contacting a daughter of polygamous sect leader Warren S. Jeffs.

Virginia man dies in fall at Canyonlands 06/21/2008 12:28:21 AM GMT
Posted: 6:03 PM- A 73-year-old Virginia man visiting Canyonlands National Park was found dead earlier this week at the bottom of an 80-foot cliff.

Shareholder group rejects offer to buy Usana 06/21/2008 12:28:20 AM GMT
Posted: 6:26 PM- The offer by majority shareholders of Usana Health Sciences Inc. to buyout remaining shareholders and take the company private may be dead - the victim of a low-ball offer.

Uintah County teen dies after canal swimming accident 06/20/2008 11:37:17 PM GMT
Posted: 5:34 PM- A Tridell teenager has died from injuries suffered in a near drowning in a Uintah County feeder canal Wednesday, police said.

In pain and feverish, Utah AG Shurtleff hospitalized for 'serious leg infection' 06/20/2008 11:31:41 PM GMT
Updated: 5:29 PM- Utah Attorney General Mark Shurtleff was admitted to a hospital today after complaining of pain, a spokesman said.

Navajo Nation settles nearly $200,000 autopsy bill 06/20/2008 11:07:30 PM GMT
Posted: 5:06 PM- ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. - The Navajo Nation has settled its nearly $200,000 bill for autopsies by the state of New Mexico, and vowed to make sure sufficient money is available in the future for services.

Vegas official raises worry about uranium in Colorado River 06/20/2008 11:04:42 PM GMT
Posted: 5:03 PM- LAS VEGAS - Southern Nevada's top water official is raising concerns about "measurable quantities" of uranium showing up in the Colorado River, the region's primary source for drinking water.

Public can track Pony Express Re-ride through GPS Web site 06/20/2008 10:59:39 PM GMT
AUSTIN, Nev. - A Global Positioning System would have come in handy for Pony Express riders on the nearly 2,000-mile route from St. Joseph, Mo., to Sacramento a century and a half ago.

Yellowstone moves sign marking 45th Parallel 06/20/2008 10:56:50 PM GMT
Posted: 4:55 PM- YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK, Mont. - The 45th Parallel is an imaginary line circling the Earth exactly midway between the North Pole and the Equator, and it's never moved.

Virginia man falls to his death in Canyonlands 06/20/2008 10:53:39 PM GMT
Posted: 4:52 PM- CANYONLANDS NATIONAL PARK - A 73-year-old Virginia man died after falling off a cliff at Canyonlands National Park.

Walsh: Why are some people so gun-crazy? 06/20/2008 09:42:59 PM GMT
My 20-month-old nephew loves Elmo and Dora. He also has started making explosion and gunfire noises.

USU basketball: Ware heading to assistant coach job for Santa Clara University 06/20/2008 09:10:39 PM GMT
Posted: 3:09 PM- After two years on the Utah State men's basketball coaching staff, James Ware has been named an assistant coach for Santa Clara University on Friday afternoon.

Crews work to complete containment of Corn Creek fire 06/21/2008 03:07:13 AM GMT
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Teen dies after fall through skylight 06/20/2008 09:19:41 PM GMT
HOLLADAY - A 16-year-old boy walking on the roof of Bonneville Junior High School plummeted to his death Thursday when he fell 40 feet through a glass skylight and onto the floor of the school's gymnasium.

Tradewinds 06/20/2008 10:45:28 PM GMT
America First Credit Union has appointed Don Bartlett manager of its new Riverton Wal-Mart branch. Bartlett has been with the company since 1996, and has worked as teller, backup lead teller, lead teller, assistant manager of the Orem branch, and manager of the Orem Wal-Mart branch.

Stocks end down sharply as credit woes continue 06/20/2008 08:21:46 PM GMT
Updated: 2:21 PM- NEW YORK -- Stocks are ending sharply lower Friday following escalating worries about the financial and automotive sectors and rebounding oil prices.

Outdoor retail's Kirkham dies at 89 06/20/2008 06:21:49 PM GMT
Posted: 8:05 AM- Jack Kirkham helped transform camping with his creation of the Springbar tent.
Not bad for a guy who "never really was much of a camper.

Scarcity of alcohol statistics complicates club fee debate 06/20/2008 05:11:50 PM GMT
You might call the debate over whether to abolish Utah's private club law the battle of the statistics. But key information is missing in action.

Two Utahns among those nabbed in FBI mortgage fraud probe 06/20/2008 05:10:42 PM GMT
Federal authorities announced Thursday a sweeping crackdown on mortgage fraud that has led to charges against more than 400 people nationwide, including two Utahns.

Business Glance 06/20/2008 05:26:11 AM GMT
Leading indicators Economy limping along, jobless numbers still high The economy, hobbled by higher fuel and food prices, tighter credit and a depressed housing market, is limping along at a snail's pace, a private business group said

Supreme Court decisions may cost companies 06/20/2008 05:26:10 AM GMT
WASHINGTON - The Supreme Court issued two opinions Thursday siding with employees over the private sector, continuing a recent trend that runs counter to the court's generally pro-business record.

WVC gas-fired power plant sold 06/20/2008 05:26:10 AM GMT
Citing the desire to cash in on the growing demand for electricity in the West, a Baltimore energy company has purchased the 200-megawatt, natural gas-fired power plant that Rocky Mountain Power has operated in West Valley City for the past six years.

KTVX owner says no more layoffs planned 06/20/2008 05:26:07 AM GMT
Newport Television, which owns 56 television stations nationwide including Utah's KTVX Channel 4 and KUCW, doesn't expect another round of layoffs. That comment comes after 161 employees were let go companywide Wednesday, including 27 to 32 locally.

Administration says Fed needs more powers 06/20/2008 05:26:06 AM GMT
WASHINGTON - The Bush administration said Thursday that the Federal Reserve should be given sweeping new powers to protect the integrity of the financial system, contending that this year's market turmoil had exposed a badly outdated regulatory system.

Utahns told to be wary about China earthquake e-mail scam 06/20/2008 05:26:06 AM GMT
The Utah Department of Commerce is cautioning Utahns to be wary of an e-mail scam concerning aid to earthquake victims in China. The state Division of Consumer Protection has received several complaints about e-mails circulating with the subject line of "Help the Needy/Tzu Chi

Two Bear Stearns managers arrested 06/20/2008 05:26:05 AM GMT
NEW YORK - Two former Bear Stearns hedge fund managers were hauled into jail Thursday and charged with lying to investors about the collapse of the subprime mortgage market, perhaps signaling the start of a wave of prosecutions arising from the housing meltdown.

Auto dealers look to service sales 06/20/2008 05:26:03 AM GMT
WARREN, Mich. - A box that sends puffs of new car-scented air into his Chevrolet dealership's service lane is just one of the tricks Tim Colussy is using these days to entice buyers to come to his Pittsburgh-area dealership to get their auto servicing done.

Tourism board hopes to give state boost through Sundance sponsorship 06/19/2008 06:59:37 PM GMT
For a $60,000 investment, the Utah Board of Tourism Development has become an "Institute Associate" for the 2009 Sundance Film Festival. Name recognition and other privileges accompany the sponsorship classification.

Texas grand jury to convene in polygamous sect case; indictments could follow 06/20/2008 12:23:11 PM GMT
A grand jury will meet next week in Eldorado, Texas, to hear testimony that could lead to indictments of members of a polygamous sect.
A Schleicher County clerk confirmed the grand jury has been called in but would not say why or when it would meet.

Jazz's Boozer, Williams said to be set for Olympic basketball team 06/20/2008 06:47:59 PM GMT
Posted: 12:46 PM- The official announcement won't come until Monday, but USA Basketball managing director Jerry Colangelo all but confirmed Friday the Jazz's Carlos Boozer and Deron Williams will be making the trip to Beijing as part of the Olympic team.

Utah Jazz: Revue returns to SLCC in July 06/20/2008 07:16:29 AM GMT
The 2008 Rocky Mountain Revue will return to Salt Lake Community College from July 18-25 and include the Jazz and five other teams, Jazz general manager Kevin O'Connor announced Thursday.

Ask the Expert: Could Jazz sign Turiaf? 06/19/2008 05:28:18 PM GMT
Posted: 11:27 AM- Question:
I really like the energy and toughness of Ronny Turiaf. His jumper has also improved. He is a restricted free agent this summer.

Prep boys soccer: On to the next level 06/19/2008 06:28:49 PM GMT
It seems insignificant now. Just one small discrepancy in what was a successful senior season on the Brighton boys' soccer team. But at times, Mike Nielsen finds himself still thinking about.

Prep boys tennis: Rookie makes a Sweet debut 06/19/2008 06:11:12 PM GMT
Cottonwood's Matt Sweet arrived on the state tennis scene last month during the Class 4A state championships at Liberty Park. Not well-known outside the Colts' inner circle heading into the two-day event, the freshman secured notoriety after his quarterfinal upset, 6-3, 7-5, over

Bees: Bees can't hold on to lead vs. Sox 06/20/2008 07:26:17 AM GMT
A wild pitch and a throwing error brought home the game-ending run as the Colorado Springs Sky Sox edged the visiting Salt Lake Bees 5-4 in twelve innings on Thursday night.

Minor league baseball: Sky Sox outduel Bees in battle of pitchers 06/19/2008 07:17:59 AM GMT
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. - Mark Redman pitched a gem to lead the Colorado Springs Sky Sox past the Salt Lake Bees 3-2 in a Pacific Coast League pitcher's duel Wednesday night.

Arena football: Receiver has breakout year with Blaze 06/20/2008 04:26:39 PM GMT
Utah Blaze receiver Huey Whittaker, 27, celebrated a birthday on Thursday, but his biggest present is likely to come after the season when the University of South Florida product negotiates a new contract with an Arena Football League team, perhaps the Blaze.

Television: Disney uses a bland recipe for too-familiar 'Camp Rock' 06/20/2008 04:02:49 PM GMT
Most of the time, Disney is not a creative studio or network. It's more like a blender. Making movies these days entails throwing in the right ingredients with a proven recipe.

Paul Rolly: Republicans who stick together don't always walk together 06/20/2008 06:31:31 AM GMT
Ronald Reagan's Golden Rule admonishing Republicans not to speak ill of other Republicans is held dear in Utah, and it seems to have been followed fairly diligently.

Monson: Standing pat won't push Jazz to the top 06/20/2008 03:30:55 PM GMT
So, what did the Jazz learn from the Boston Celtics about winning a championship? Here's what they should have learned: They have to make some moves.

Ellis for treasurer: Chief deputy has professional chops for the job 06/21/2008 01:27:52 AM GMT
One candidate for state treasurer has an MBA and more than eight years experience with the office as chief deputy. The other holds a political science degree and has worked for Zions Bank for three years.

Do it over: Air Force must correct flawed procurement for air tanker 06/21/2008 01:27:51 AM GMT
Fortunately, the Wright brothers did not have to deal with today's Air Force procurement process. If they had, that first flight at Kitty Hawk never would have gotten off the ground.

Cease-fire: Hamas and Israel take a breather 06/20/2008 12:50:11 AM GMT
Cease-fires always are good news. We hope that the one that Hamas and Israel have announced will mean an end to the cycle of killing which goes like this: Militants in Gaza fire rockets into Israel, the Israeli military retaliates, and people on both sides, many of them innocents, die.

Hydrogen cars: Fuel-cell technology coming on fast 06/20/2008 12:50:10 AM GMT
Cost of gasoline bleeding you dry? Air pollution taking your breath away? Worried to death about auto-induced climate change and the future of your planet?

Tribune looked stupid 06/20/2008 12:50:11 AM GMT
Poor Salt Lake Tribune, you are so eager to mock The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints that you didn't even check to see if the creators of the Obama sock doll were LDS before you ran Pat Bagley's cartoon (Opinion, June 17).

Anonymous committee 06/20/2008 12:50:11 AM GMT
If it is true that only one out of two people can name their congressman, or that only one in 10 can name the lieutenant governor, I'll bet not even one in 10,000 can name a single member of the nominating committee that chooses who can run for the Utah State Board of Education.

A true Republican 06/20/2008 12:50:11 AM GMT
I attended a meet-the-candidates evening for the upcoming Republican primary for House District 20. The differences between Rep. Paul Neuenschwander and his opponent, Becky Edwards, were dramatic.

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