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There haven't been reports yet of con artists seeking bogus donations for recent wildfire victims, but historically, shysters know how to make a buck off of tragedy.
Dear GYA: There's an old saying that goes, "The show must go on," which is exactly what Fox13's news broadcast didn't do after a few "technical" problems last night. This should be a sobering reminder that you should always have a back-up plan.
Next Wednesday, August 28, Tuscany restaurant and Vine Lore will host a Summer Garden Party on the beautiful Tuscany patio, --- with 40% of the proceeds to benefit Spy Hop. Spy Hop is a nonprofit organization with the mission to mentor young people in the digital arts and to empower them to "affect positive change in their lives, communities and the World."
Former homeless advocate and ex-Utah legislator Jeff Fox walked free from federal court last week despite pleading guilty to charges of child porn and marijuana possession.--- U.S. District Court Judge Clark Waddoups sentenced Fox on Aug. 13, 2013, to time he had already served while awaiting sentencing after the 65-year-old pleaded guilty to one count of possession of child pornography and one count of possession of marijuana with intent to distribute.
Mixed Martial Arts fighting has really come into its own in Utah, with a couple of promotions in town offering fight nights on a regular basis for fans to be a part of, with hometown fighters to root for. --- Of course, no one makes a career just being a regional fighter these days; many of those stepping into the cage are looking to make a name for themselves quickly and rocket their way up to one of the national or global promotions.
Dear GYA, There's been a lot of discussion on whether or not we should continue to have horse-drawn carriages in downtown Salt Lake City, and I want you to know that all of us on the City Council are concerned with finding a fair solution.
Saturday, a 13-year-old horse named “Jerry” collapsed in Salt Lake City while carrying passengers by carriage around downtown Salt Lake City on a day when the temperature hit a high of 98 degrees.
