WASHINGTON, Dec. 1 -- The American Society of Agronomy issued the following news release: Russell Taylor of Emery, Utah was named this year's recipient of the Certified Crop Adviser (CCA) Conservationist of the Year Award. The 2023 award is supported by the signatory members of the Memorandum of Understanding, including USDA-Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), Agricultural Retailers Association, American Society of Agronomy, CropLife America, Crop Science Society of America, Nationa  more

NEW YORK, Dec. 7 -- The National Hemophilia Foundation issued the following news release: The National Bleeding Disorders Foundation (NBDF) is pleased to announce that Hunter Montgomery of Cottonwood Heights, Utah was selected as the recipient of the 2023 Kevin Child Scholarship (KCS). Hunter, who has severe hemophilia A, is currently a third-year medical student at the University of Utah School of Medicine in Salt Lake City. He plans to become a clinician-scientist working to improve the lives  more

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, Dec. 8 -- The Salt Lake Chamber issued the following statement on Dec. 7, 2023: * * * 'Tis the season of giving back and serving our community. Traditionally, this time of year prompts discussions about supporting charities and local organizations, and extending a helping hand to those in need. While these acts of generosity are vital and impactful, I would like to propose a method of giving back that is a gift of lasting impact: mentorship. At the Salt Lake Chamber, we   more

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, Dec. 8 -- The Salt Lake Chamber issued the following transcript of podcast on Dec. 7, 2023: * * * This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. The Downtown Farmers Market has once again transitioned out of Pioneer Park and into The Gateway for the winter season. Carly Gillespie, Deputy Director of Urban Food Connections Of Utah, joins us with more. Carly Gillespie: The mission of the Market is to support sustainable, regional agriculture; build community gathering places  more