News Releases
Amanda Covington to be honored with 2023 ATHENA Leadership Award
The Salt Lake Chamber has announced that Amanda Covington, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer of The Larry H. Miller Company, will receive the 2023 ATHENA Leadership Award. The organization’s highest recognition for women in business, the national ATHENA Leadership Award, is presented annually to an active member of the Salt Lake Chamber who demonstrates excellence, creativity and initiative in business. Each recipient must also provide valuable service by devoting time and energy to improve the quality of life for others in the community and assist women in reaching their full leadership potential. (Read More)
Romney joins colleagues in introducing bill to boost support for programs to reduce salinity of the Colorado River
U.S. Senator Mitt Romney (R-UT) today joined Senators Michael Bennet (D-CO) and Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) in introducing the Colorado River Salinity Control Fix Act, legislation which would provide greater support for Colorado River Basin water users and local governments working to reduce the salt load in the Colorado River. (Read More)
Albert Einstein’s iconic manuscript featured in local art gallery
Albert Einstein, renowned as one of the most brilliant minds of the 20th century, is once again in the spotlight with his portrayal in the highly acclaimed movie “Oppenheimer,” now showing in local theaters. As interest in the legendary physicist continues to soar, Anthony’s Fine Art proudly presents a rare gem for public viewing – Einstein’s personally signed script from the television program “The Atom,” where his character explains his special theory of relativity. (Read More)
State Auditor releases tool showing property values across Utah
The Office of the State Auditor (Office) today announces a new tool providing taxpayers insights into real property valuation across Utah. The Property Values Tool is the result of taxpayer concerns about inequitable valuations and questions about adequate oversight. Utah property owners are currently receiving their 2023 Notice of Property Valuation and Tax Changes. This new Property Values Tool is timed to help taxpayers review those notices within the larger context of property valuations within their neighborhoods and across their counties. (Read More)
Sutherland Institute announces 2023 Congressional Series
Sutherland Institute is pleased to announce its 2023 Congressional Series. Each year, Sutherland provides a public forum for Utahns to directly interact with their elected representatives and discuss policy ideas that matter most to them. This year, Sutherland is proud to partner with local universities to bring the series to students and communities across the Wasatch Front. Our full lineup of congressional speakers begins with Rep. Chris Stewart on August 3, 2023, at the University of Utah in Salt Lake City. (Read More)
Sutherland Institute announces new podcast: Defending Ideas
Sutherland Institute announced the launch of its podcast, “Defending Ideas.” The new weekly program will equip voters with an elevated understanding of policy issues in a way that fosters healthier public discourse and reduces polarization. (Read More)