Local Business
Employment On The Rise in Utah
Utah remains one of the nation’s leaders when it comes to employment growth, according to the latest report from the Department of Workforce Services.
Monthly Archives: December 2011
Local News
School District Says it Was Protecting Gay Student by “Outing” Him
A spokeswoman for the Alpine School District says a Lehi middle school did not “out” a 14-year-old student to his parents as punishment for being gay, contrary to a Facebook page that criticizes the school’s actions. Rhonda Bromley says claims that the school suspended him for coming out aren’t true.
Local News
Matheson to Run in 4th Congressional District
The National Republican Congressional Committee has stepped up its attacks on Utah Congressman Jim Matheson, releasing an ad highlighting his support of President Obama’s stimulus package. It’s hoping to finally defeat the conservative Blue Dog Democrat, who has just announced he is seeking re-election in the state’s newly created 4th Congressional District.
Local News
“Sugar Hole” Project Moves Forward With Help From Salt Lake City
An area of Salt Lake City scornfully referred to by many residents as the “Sugar hole” will finally get the facelift it was intended to have before the economy took a nosedive. Mecham Management is moving forward with a $53 million retail and residential project with the help of a loan the Salt Lake City Council approved on Tuesday, acting as the Redevelopment Agency. But as KCPW’s Whittney Evans reports, bitterness still lingers over the demolition of historic buildings that made way for the venture.
City Views
CityViews 12/15/11: To Caucus or Not to Caucus
Segment 1: A simmering debate over how political candidates are nominated in Utah is bubbling over into editorial pages, the blogosphere and now the radio waves. Do you think the state’s current caucus system is working? Guests: Morgan Lyon Cotti, Utah Foundation Rep. Jim Nielson Sheryl Allen, former state legislator and lieutenant governor candidate The Utah Foundation…
City Views
CityViews 12/14/11: Going Solar
Segment 1: How can you harness the power of the sun? We’re talking about solar technology and how residents and businesses are finding ways to make it easier and more affordable. Guests: Sarah Wright, Utah Clean Energy Benjamin Turner, Utah Solar Association “Solar Power 101” is a free public forum where you can learn more…
City Views
CityViews 12/13/11: Sederburg on Higher Ed
Segment 1: Under his watch as Commissioner of Higher Education, William Sederburg saw student enrollment at Utah’s eight colleges and universities grow 22 percent while state funding was cut 14 percent. After four years, he’s stepping down and Tuesday, he joins us to talk about making the case for higher ed and doing more with…
Utah Cares
Utah Cares – December 2011
KCPW, the Utah Nonprofits Association, and Utah Public Radio are partnering to spotlight the positive impacts of local nonprofit organizations. “Utah Cares” features a series of stories from diversified nonprofits in an effort to increase the visibility of nonprofits across the state, and to inspire people to give to organizations and community groups that are…
City Views
CityViews 12/12/11: Jesus Christ Superstar
Segment 1: A group of business leaders says education funding should be the state’s top priority. What is the Prosperity 2020 movement and how would more money for schools help with curriculum and test scores? Guests: Mark Bouchard, managing director, CB Richard Ellis for Utah and volunteer chair of Prosperity 2020 Dr. Rich Kendall, former…
Legislative Coverage
Politics Up Close: Sumsion Runs for Governor, Mayor Ralph Becker
Republican Utah Governor Gary Herbert now has some competition as he runs for re-election in 2012. After serving three terms in the legislature and leading this year’s redistricting, GOP Representative Ken Sumsion has entered the race. How does the lawmaker plan to take on the well-funded incumbent, and why does he think he’s the right alternative to Governor Herbert?
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