Mia Love took the time to write her living wishes for America as she transitions from receiving cancer treatments to enjoying the time she has left.
Here are four of the lines that stood out to me, though I recommend reading her entire column.
"As a mayor, member of congress and media commentator I have seen the worst of petty politics, divisive rhetoric and disappointing lapses of moral character by some. These same roles also provided me a front row seat and backstage pass to be blessed and inspired by the courage, vision and hope of America’s finest daughters, sons and citizens."
"The America I know gives back. Americans, regardless of financial status, are the most giving people on the planet. On their own, without government requirement, our people give their money, their time and their attention to causes, communities and people in need whether it is across the street or around the world. I’ve experienced this generosity throughout my life and during my battle with cancer. I am so grateful."
"Some have forgotten the math of America – whenever you divide you diminish. What I know is that the goodness and compassion of the American people is a multiplier that simply cannot be measured. The goodness and greatness of our country is multiplied when neighbors help neighbors, when we reach out to those in need and build better citizens and more heroic communities."
"As my season of life begins to draw to a close, I still passionately believe that we can revive the American story we know and love. I am convinced that our citizens must remember the principles of our story so that our children, and those seeking freedom around the world, will know where to look to find a place for their story."
University of Utah’s Jon M. Huntsman Center likely to be relocated
The University of Utah's historic 56-year-old Jon M. Huntsman Center is now looking for a new home.
University of Utah President Taylor Randall’s discussion of the Huntsman Center future was part of a larger discussion of what Utah’s flagship university will look like in the future as it transitions from a traditionally commuter campus to more of a residential “destination” campus, while enhancing its “college town magic,” Jason Swensen reported.
A major element of the vision involves a campus evolving to include campus districts or "neighborhoods."
“I want to make it clear that we have not decided where the new arena should go,” said Randall. “We need to study the economics, the location, the parking, the access and events will continue at our current Huntsman Center until a new arena is constructed.”
Here are three key points:
A home for magical Ute moments: The 15,000 seat arena has hosted more than 8 million fans in its history. The Red Rocks own the longest home win streak by any NCAA sport — 24 years and 170 meets starting in February 1979.
Making the decision: Planning for the campus development framework evolved over a 14-month process that included engagement with the vast campus community and planning experts.
What's next: Campus leaders are exploring and surveying for alternative Huntsman Center sites. Once those potential sites are identified, they will seek trustees approval by September.
The Utah software engineer who is drawing nationwide attention from the White House, the media and the world’s richest man will tell you the potential of artificial intelligence is best summed up by 1 Samuel Chapter 17, Brigham Tomco reported.
By her reading, AI is not an uncontrollable threat to humanity, it’s the slingshot in the hands of David that defeats a government Goliath — and it’s the gift that will save America, Tomco writes.
“AI gives us the ability to take on massive, entrenched systems that would otherwise be impossible to untangle,” Jennica Pounds told the Deseret News. “Without it, we’d be fighting blind.”
Here are three key points:
Utah resident Jennica Pounds is "DataRepublican," which was revealed recently by the Rolling Stone even though Pounds was anonymous.
Pounds built several AI tools she's used to help DOGE in their effort to root out waste, fraud and abuse.
Pounds told the Deseret News what she thinks is the biggest problem in Washington, and explains why it isn't all about spending.
How the Utah Legislature impacted families this year (Deseret News)
House narrowly passes funding bill in first step to avoid government shutdown after heavy lift from Trump (Deseret News)
Trump’s Labor secretary has been confirmed, now there is just one Cabinet confirmation left (Deseret News)
Utah
These Utah cities are great for singles, according to new survey (Deseret News)
Legislature passes bill to pave way for Salt Lake City to fund $1B downtown revitalization plan (KSL.com)
Utah ranks as the least federally dependent red state, according to WalletHub (Deseret News)
Is renting rather than buying housing becoming more attractive to the wealthy? What a new analysis says (Deseret News)
Utah economy remains strong but uncertainty looms (Utah Policy)
This all-electric aircraft will help Utah chase its air taxi ambitions (KUER)
Ruby Franke's husband and children speak out in new Hulu docuseries (Axios)
'A leap with faith': Utah man's invention makes hiking accessible to St. George girl in wheelchair (St George News)
Health
Five years later, what are your questions about COVID-19 and the lasting impact of the pandemic? (CNN)
Fentanyl deaths are plunging, but it's just the first step (NPR)
Faith
‘I was broken,’ BYU coach Kalani Sitake says at devotional, but God’s divine design healed him (Deseret News)
In honor of their 50th wedding anniversary, Elder and Sister Bednar share lessons learned from marriage (Church News)
The Nation and the World
DOJ looking at whether producers are keeping egg prices high (Deseret News)
Ukraine agrees to a ceasefire in exchange for U.S. weapons, intelligence (Deseret News)
Medieval ring found in field expected to fetch up to $23,000 (BBC)
NTSB calls for restrictions on helicopters near Ronald Reagan airport after January’s deadly crash (Deseret News)
Sports
Why the Big 12 is expecting to move back to an 18-game men’s basketball schedule (Deseret News)
This former BYU defender reportedly has a new NFL home (Deseret News)
The BYU sprinter who found her confidence and is doing historic things at ‘Distance U.’ (Deseret News)
Takeaways from Utah against UCF at Big 12 tourney (Deseret News)
Travel
Southwest Airlines announced it’s ditching a trademark perk. Here’s how travelers reacted (Deseret News)
US airlines slash earnings forecasts as economic concerns grow (Reuters)
🗓️ Events Calendar
We put together a calendar list of events and activities going on around the state of Utah during the next month. Check it out and let us know if we are missing anything!
Here are some highlights for events in Utah today:
Utah Opera Leoncavallo’s Pagliacci | Janet Quinney Lawson Capitol Theatre
“Chicago” | The Ellen Eccles Theatre, Logan
“Million Dollar Quartet” | Egyptian Theatre, Park City
Utah Hockey Club vs. Anaheim Ducks | 8 p.m.
USU softball vs. Utah Valley University | 4 p.m.
Please reach out to me at sgambles@deseretnews.com if you have any thoughts, feedback or ideas you would like to share!
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