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Monday, December 19, 2016

Monday Meal: Chicken Cacciatore

t's basically a simple chicken fricassee with tomatoes.  This recipe couldn't be easier, but has deep, rich flavor.

Sunday, December 18, 2016

The Moxy Movement

Looking into the latest dance studio to setup in Draper.
While a lot of the dance groups and companies are focused in or around downtown SLC, some newer companies and troupes are spreading out around the valley, adding more places to train and perform in cities that were rarely served. This year, The Moxy Movement took up shop in Draper, offering an array of classes to aspiring dancers and those who just like to learn a new skill, while also providing a performance space where they recently started showcasing original productions.

Friday, December 16, 2016

Our Home Too

Residents, business owners express concern over proposed shelter locations.
Residents can voice their frustration next month. The city is hosting two public workshops—one at 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 11 and another one on Wednesday, Jan. 18 at 6 p.m.—inside the Public Safety Building

The Pipeline: Dungeons & Dragons Two Years Into Fifth Edition

Six books from the latest edition and the adventure they offer.
I've been a Dungeons & Dragons fan since I was a teenager. Some of my favorite memories revolve around my group of friends gathering in the basement of my best friend, Tony, who practically had all the books from Second Edition at his place, and hammering out adventures between late-night runs to the 7-11 down the street.

An Ears Full

"Public Lands or Tribal Lands" panel discusses Bears Ears designation.
Criticizing Utah's elected officials, a Moab conservationist says failure by Congress to pass protection at Bears Ears has necessitated a national monument designation on about 1.9 million acres in southeastern Utah. Scott Groene, executive director of the Southern Utah Wilderness Alliance, said at a panel discussion Thursday night that lawmakers have had a chance since 2009—near the beginning of Barack Obama’s presidential tenure—but came up miserably short.

Utah Outcasts

Chatting with the crew of Utah's biggest Atheist podcast.
In a state filled with all kinds of podcasts, we tend to gloss over the fact that many of them focus on faith and religion from various aspects. And why not?

Thursday, December 15, 2016

Local Releases: Finding Tunes Among The Poisoned Air

Brand new music from Dead Walkers, Adam Record, Color Animal and more.
As the polluted mist settles on our little metropolis, we're basically wrapping up all things 2016 when it comes to music. As I said last week, there wouldn't be any release shows until the new year, unless someone decided to throw one out of the blue.

The Pipeline: Drinking and Gaming with Game of Thrones Gifts

Quaffing beer and solving mysteries in Westeros with the HBO hit.
Of all the items to come my way during the holiday season, none surprised me more than when HBO sent me awesome stuff from their holiday gift catalog. Every year, the cable network tries to produce items that fans of their shows will need to show off, and this year I notedGame Of Thrones items ranging from coloring books to diamond jewelry.

Wednesday, December 14, 2016

The Pipeline: Stepping Back Into The Twilight Zone

A look at the new complete series release on Blu-ray.
Few television shows in history will ever be remembered as timeless classic works. Sure, you have your personal favorites; you even have arguments over what will stand the test of time.

Velour's 2016 Winter Battle Of The Bands: Brother., Michael Barrow, Elytra

A chat with some of the finalists from this year's BOTB.
This past weekend, I made my way down to Provo to serve as a judge for their 2016 Winter Battle Of The Bands. Every year I get to do this it is an awesome experience, both in meeting the finalists and enjoying one of the best live music vibes in the state.

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