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200 love letters found in a Nashville home tell the story of a couple's WWII courtship
Travis Loller, Associated Press | Updated Feb. 15 - 7:45 p.m. | Save Story
Highlights from a trove of more than 200 love letters that tell the story of a couple during World War II are now on display digitally through the Nashville Public Library.
For Snowbird's Guru Dave, the skiing is fantastic
Lee Benson, Deseret News | Posted Feb. 15 - 7:00 p.m. | Save Story
It's been, to say the least, a lean snow year at the ski resorts, but maybe you shouldn't spend a lot of time worrying about it, because Dave Powers isn't.
Provo 7th grader runs fastest 1,600 meters in U.S. middle school history
Arianne Brown, KSL | Posted Feb. 15 - 10:01 a.m. | Save Story
Angie Alder, a 12-year-old Provo girl, ran the fastest 1,600 meters in U.S. middle school history. The race took place at the Olympic Oval in Kearns, and Agelina ran a time of 4:47.
Chairlift speed dating — and proposals — a roaring success at Brian Head Resort
Joe Wirthlin, KSL | Posted Feb. 15 - 9:04 a.m. | Save Story
The first-ever chairlift speed dating event was a success at Brian Head Resort on Saturday, which saw more than 50 participants — and a newly engaged couple.
Sharing love through music on his 103rd Valentine's Day
Peter Rosen, KSL | Posted Feb. 14 - 7:04 p.m. | Save Story
Twice a week in the lobby of the busy University of Utah Hospital, 103-year-old Ed Lueders volunteers his time sitting at the Steinway grand piano there.
One student's kind act sparked annual Valentine's Day event for Spanish Fork
Arianne Brown, KSL | Posted Feb. 14 - 4:17 p.m. | Save Story
The city of Spanish Fork handed out 4,000 valentines to high schools in an annual event that started with one student's act of kindness.
'King of Valentine's Day' transforms Logan candy store for wife of 30 years
Arianne Brown, KSL | Posted Feb. 14 - 10:01 a.m. | Save Story
Lonnie Anderson has been making Valentine's Day special for his wife Anne for decades. This year, he is transforming a Logan candy shop to show his love.
Millcreek elementary students get red carpet welcome from local dads
Tyrese Boone, KSL | Posted Feb. 12 - 10:32 p.m. | Save Story
All Pro Dads partnered with William Penn Elementary School to create a morning focused on encouragement and connection, making morning drop-off look a little different this week.
Utah students, seniors talk about America 250
Carole Mikita, KSL | Posted Feb. 11 - 9:30 a.m. | Save Story
Students at Churchill Junior High and seniors at Friendship Manor talked about how they feel about being Americans as the nation celebrates its 250th anniversary.
Walk for peace: Buddhist monks arrive in Washington after 2,300-mile journey
Jasper Ward, Reuters | Posted Feb. 10 - 6:36 p.m. | Save Story
Two dozen Buddhist monks arrived in Washington on Tuesday on the "Walk for Peace," a self-described spiritual journey across nine states that has been cheered on by thousands.
Olympic rings in Cortina help build bridges, share joy
Mike Anderson, KSL | Posted Feb. 9 - 10:00 p.m. | Save Story
In Cortina, people keep lining up to take pictures to commemorate their time here. In the process, they're building bridges and sharing the joy.
'Few and far between': Plain City Scout earns all 141 merit badges, joins elite group
Tim Vandenack, KSL | Posted Feb. 8 - 5:00 p.m. | Save Story
Plain City Scout Miles Lamb, a Fremont High senior, earned all 141 merit badges scouting offers, joining an elite group that can claim the achievement.
'LOVE' — with a slanted 'O': University of Utah welcomes massive iconic sculpture to campus
Jason Swensen, Deseret News | Posted Feb. 8 - 10:05 a.m. | Save Story
Valentine's Day is still a week away — but a massive three-dimensional block of "LOVE" arrived early at the University of Utah on Saturday.
Have You Seen This? Lehi family shreds on grassy slope given lack of snow
Tim Vandenack, KSL | Posted Feb. 6 - 3:29 p.m. | Save Story
Given the lack of snowfall, a Lehi family adapted, using cardboard boxes to slide down a grassy slope in their neighborhood.
Have You Seen This? A hula star is born
Alex Tumalip, KSL | Posted Feb. 2 - 3:41 p.m. | Save Story
If the saying goes "teach them while they're young," 18-month-old Kuanao'o Burke is definitely an example of it after he was caught practicing with members of his family's hula halau.
How 2 sisters' BYU basketball attendance is bringing people together
Caitlin Keith, Deseret News | Posted Feb. 1 - 5:00 p.m. | Save Story
Two elderly sisters and lifelong BYU fans, Dixie Grimmett and Penny Spresser, continue to attend Cougars basketball games with the help of family, fellow fans and a devoted usher, embodying community, loyalty and joy at the Marriott Center.
2-year-old boy sets world record for snooker trick shots
Jack Guy, CNN | Posted Feb. 1 - 1:02 p.m. | Save Story
A 2-year-old boy has been confirmed as the holder of two snooker world records after showing a prodigious talent for the sport.
'Yes, dear is one of the secrets': Senior couples renew vows and share secret to long marriage
Andie Bernhardt | Posted Feb. 1 - 9:32 a.m. | Save Story
It was a celebration of 360 years of love and commitment Tuesday, as couples at Teal Shores Senior Living say they've figured out the secret to a long, happy marriage.
