The future location of the Sundance Film Festival, which for 40 years has been headquartered in Park City, Utah, is still uncertain, but one thing that’s clear is the massive effort that goes into putting together the lineup each year.
“The focus has always been on a place of discovery and new voices. That’s what Sundance is about, and that’s not going to change,” John Nein, who has been a Sundance Film Festival programmer for over 20 years, told the Deseret News.
The latest Sundance lineup includes Jennifer Lopez, Conan O’Brien and Benedict Cumberbatch — and a Utah-based film. Read more to see the rest.
Martha Hughes Cannon statue installed in U.S. Capitol’s Emancipation Hall
Current and former elected officials, religious leaders, business leaders and many women from BetterDays 2020 — a Utah organization focused on elevating the stories of Utah women like Dr. Martha Hughes Cannon — filled Emancipation Hall in the U.S. Capitol Visitor’s Center on Wednesday afternoon.
Most of the women — and some of the men — wore the suffrage colors of gold, white and violet as they gathered to celebrate the installation of the statue of Dr. Cannon to represent the state of Utah.
Here are three key points:
The trailblazing woman from Utah, Martha Hughes Cannon was a suffragist, doctor, senator, orator, wife and mother.
Among the 100 statues (two each for all 50 states), the statue is the 14th woman.
During her speech to thousands, Minority Whip Katherine Clark of Massachusetts said that Cannon knew “that every break with precedent, every step toward equality, wasn’t just in service to her daughters. It was in service to all Americans.”
Read more about the monumental event and read Holly Richardson's story sharing more about the legacy of Martha Hughes Cannon.
More in Politics
FBI Director Christopher Wray says he will retire by the end of Biden’s term (Deseret News)
Supreme Court leans toward Utah oil railway plan, but may not make broad environmental ruling (ABC 4)
Heads or tails? Why a coin flip was used to select Midvale's new mayor (Fox 13)
With just two weeks until children wake up on Christmas morning, hoping Santa Claus has left them a special gift, the community’s support is more vital than ever. This holiday season, Saint Nick could use an extra hand to ensure no child feels overlooked or forgotten. More than 900 families still hope to be sponsored through United Way’s Sub For Santa program.
That is more than 2,300 children in need in Utah County alone.
Though donations have been record-breaking this year, “We’re finding that there are more people that are having hard times than we had anticipated,” United Way of Utah County President and CEO Bill Hulterstrom told the Deseret News on Wednesday.
Nearly half (47%) of families this year have never asked for Christmas help before.
“One of our objectives is that people who are helping and people who need help feel connected.” He shared that there have been times when sponsors drop off presents for families and are invited inside, where children have drawn heartfelt pictures to thank them. However, simply donating online also works, and a volunteer will do the shopping and delivery for you.
Read more about how over 900 families are still hoping to be sponsored this Christmas through United Way’s Sub For Santa donation program.
More in Utah
Is Utah’s port authority plan the latest threat to the Great Salt Lake? (Deseret News)
‘Wolverine’ cyber soldiers: UVU’s national security students determined to combat global tech threats (Deseret News)
Davis County warming center has operated without issues, despite backlash (KSL)
Packed with behind-the-scenes insights from players like Robbie Bosco and Kelly Smith, game-by-game highlights, and more, this collector's edition is your all-access pass to one of college football's most legendary seasons. Get your copy today and celebrate the triumphs of the 1984 BYU Cougars!
Health
Pastries vs. sodas: Not all added sugars pose the same heart disease risk (Medical News Today)
20 foods and drinks that help with bloating (Healthline)
Faith
Podcast: Elder D. Todd Christofferson and Elder Clark G. Gilbert on thriving in and through the Church Educational System, with guest host Sheri Dew (Church News)
Christmas concert at Provo MTC showcases Church music as part of worship (Church News)
The Nation and the World
Manhattan DA vows accountability in UnitedHealthcare CEO murder case (ABC News)
Malibu fire rages on as famous locals evacuate (NBC News)
Sports
For the Jazz, the G League is not an NBA demotion, it’s a tool. And they’re using it as much as possible (Deseret News)
BYU’s decision to extend Kalani Sitake’s contract was right on time (Deseret News)
What New Mexico transfer QB Devon Dampier brings to the Utes (Deseret News)
A look back at the BYU women's volleyball season — and what's next? (The Daily Universe)
🗓️ 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:
“A Christmas Carol: The Musical” | Brigham City Fine Arts Center
Hurricane Christmas Tree Festival | Hurricane
Utah hockey at Colorado Avalanche | 7 p.m.
BYU December Invite for track and field
USU track and field at BYU December Invite
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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