Angel Moroni on Salt Lake Temple Drops Trumpet, Launches Into Upper Atmosphere

An earthquake on Wednesday morning caused some damage to a beloved Salt Lake landmark. The Angel Moroni statue atop the Salt Lake City Temple was stripped of its trumpet due to seismic activity. This did not deter the Church’s plan to launch the statue into low orbit later on that same day. “We were aware that some superficial damage to the statue could occur during … Continue reading Angel Moroni on Salt Lake Temple Drops Trumpet, Launches Into Upper Atmosphere

President Worthen Frantically Stockpiling Holiday Decorations, Preparing for the 2020 Festive Season

President Kevin J. Worthen was disappointed to cancel several days of BYU classes this week, but quickly settled into the rigors of outlasting a virus. With department stores beginning to empty, sources close to BYU’s 13th president are saying that he has frantically begun buying up wreaths and unpacking holiday decorations to prepare for the festivities of the coming year. “He won’t stop baking pies. … Continue reading President Worthen Frantically Stockpiling Holiday Decorations, Preparing for the 2020 Festive Season

General Conference April 2020 Lineup Announced

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints released the much-anticipated lineup for the upcoming General Conference next month. The main headliners for the two nights are Russell M. Nelson and a surprise performance of a hologram of Joseph Smith. There are many notable acts throughout the day, such as Urim and Thumpin, Rage Against the Honor Code, Grandma Sycamore’s Legendary White Bread Band, and … Continue reading General Conference April 2020 Lineup Announced

Mandalorian filmed in Utah

‘No Beard’ Rule Enforced on Cast and Crew of Disney’s ‘The Mandalorian’ as Show Prepares to Film on Church-Owned Jerusalem Sets

The Disney Plus Series “The Mandalorian” has begun production on its second season, with much of the filming being completed in Utah. The crew, including director Jon Favreau and actor Pedro Pascal, were spotted in Southern Utah in late February.  According to public licensing agreements, the show has rented out film sets belonging to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. The sets were … Continue reading ‘No Beard’ Rule Enforced on Cast and Crew of Disney’s ‘The Mandalorian’ as Show Prepares to Film on Church-Owned Jerusalem Sets

Long Lost Son Found after Fifteen Years in Provo Drainage Gutters

Friday morning was a scene of elation at the Carter household. Chris Carter, the family’s oldest son, was found alive, deep in the recesses of the Provo gutters, after his disappearance in Spring 2005. Chris was found by recreational spelunkers rappelling into the gutters early Friday morning. “We go diving in the gutters like at least once a month. They’re the deepest caves in Utah,” … Continue reading Long Lost Son Found after Fifteen Years in Provo Drainage Gutters