Category: Life

Featured, Life

Elder Bednar wears Utah Jazz sweatpants during meeting

At the end of an online stake training meeting with the American Fork West Stake, Elder David A. Bednar revealed that he was actually wearing Utah Jazz sweatpants with his white shirt and tie. He explained, “It’s NBA All-Star Weekend and I have to rep my squad – especially after Gobert and Spida got disrespected like that in the draft.” Reactions varied among the members … Continue reading Elder Bednar wears Utah Jazz sweatpants during meeting

Cameron Frye
Featured, Life

Orem Empty Nester Starts Organic Snow Cone Business from February Snowfall, 31 Essential Oil Flavors

Just as Utah residents were wondering if there would be any good snow this year, mid-February dumped more than 12 inches, breaking records in certain towns. For most, the snowfall presents prospects for great sledding, snowboarding, and skiing. For Orem empty nester Jan Whiting, however, the fresh snow has been an entrepreneurial springboard for her new organic snow cone startup.  Ever since her youngest son … Continue reading Orem Empty Nester Starts Organic Snow Cone Business from February Snowfall, 31 Essential Oil Flavors

Lisa Simpson
Featured, Life

New Vaccine Side Effect Reported – Running into the guy you ghosted

As supply of the COVID-19 vaccine increases, more and more people are having the opportunity to be vaccinated. For the most effective protection from the virus, two doses are required. Side effects can include swelling, fever, and running into the guy you ghosted. We sat down with BYU student Mikahla Waters for a first hand account.  “I was thrilled to get my first dose of … Continue reading New Vaccine Side Effect Reported – Running into the guy you ghosted

Carmen Sandeigo
Campus, Life

The Fabled Figures of BYU: Where Are They Now?

It’s no secret that the pandemic has triggered a wave of mental health issues- whether it’s managing addiction, depression, social isolation, or just general stress. For many, hope is slowly fading away as answers to the coronavirus problem remain uncertain. In these trying times, when it’s easy to be consumed in our own rotting lives and intense obstacles, we understand what the people really want … Continue reading The Fabled Figures of BYU: Where Are They Now?

Sue Sylvester
Life, News

Missionaries Win Trip to Space, Bigger Plans to Colonize Mars

  SpaceX announced sometime last week that they will send their first all-civilian mission to space. They opened up a lottery-style contest to the public, and participants could enter by donating to a charity. Apparently, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints is on this list of approved charities, so tithing counted as a donation. Elder Johnson won the third ticket to SpaceX’s 4-civilian … Continue reading Missionaries Win Trip to Space, Bigger Plans to Colonize Mars

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