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In 1973, a library book was checked out. 51 years later, it's finally been returned
Dawn Sawyer, CNN | Posted Nov. 17 - 11:00 a.m. | Save Story
In July of 1899, "The Early Work of Aubrey Beardsley," was added to the collection of the Worcester Public Library. The book, a compilation of illustrations by a British artist and poet, remained in the collection until 1973, when it was checked out and never returned.
Provo-based nonprofit helps paralyzed Boise resident become certified scuba diver
Ivy Farguheson, KSL.com | Posted Nov. 17 - 7:10 a.m. | Save Story
Boise resident Nathan Ogden, who has been paralyzed for 20 years, got help from Provo-based Just Breathe Adaptive to gain scuba diving certification.
12-year-old boy gives up Christmas gifts to make Grinch bears for sick kids
Mike Anderson, KSL-TV | Posted Nov. 15 - 9:52 p.m. | Save Story
Gavin Reeve, 12, is determined to make dozens of Grinch-themed teddy bears for children facing medical conditions.
'Very grateful': 2 years later, Clinton 12-year-old recounts heart transplant experience
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted Nov. 14 - 9:03 p.m. | Save Story
Two years after undergoing a heart transplant, 12-year-old Jabri Fox says she's a changed person, cognizant that life is full of risks and unknowns.
Make-A-Wish Utah launches partnership with Breeze Airways, grants wish of Utah girl
Caitlin Keith, Deseret News | Posted Nov. 12 - 6:31 p.m. | Save Story
Twelve-year-old Sophia Ostler's wish of going to Disney World and Universal Studios in Orlando will be fulfilled.
His heart stopped during last year's Richmond Marathon. This weekend, he'll run it again
Emily Halnon, Associated Press | Posted Nov. 12 - 10:02 a.m. | Save Story
After nearly losing his life, a cardiac arrest survivor prepares for his run to redemption.
South Jordan couple brought together during Vietnam War
Mike Anderson, KSL-TV | Posted Nov. 11 - 10:31 p.m. | Save Story
A Utah couple said they might never have met if it wasn't for the Vietnam War, but not in the way people might expect.
Utah missionary surprises family at airport with an unexpected family member
Andrew Adams, KSL-TV | Posted Nov. 9 - 7:04 p.m. | Save Story
A family at Salt Lake City International Airport Friday received a stunning surprise when the missionary's twin brother returned home at the same time.
Clothing drive being held for Utes football player killed in 2021
Alex Cabrero, KSL-TV | Posted Nov. 9 - 9:42 a.m. | Save Story
You can always fill your belly at the Taylorsville Texas Roadhouse. But for the next week, you can also fill your soul.
'It's heartwarming and it's hard'; parents of man severely injured in ATV accident thank rescuers
Shelby Lofton, KSL-TV | Posted Nov. 6 - 11:08 a.m. | Save Story
The family of a 29-year-old man severely injured in an ATV accident on Oct. 26 is grateful for the group of strangers who carried their son to safety.
Coat drive during Saturday's BYU-Utah football game to help Utah's foster care youth
Ivy Farguheson, KSL.com | Posted Nov. 5 - 7:10 p.m. | Save Story
Utah Foster Care, with the help of the National Football League Players Association's Utah chapter, is holding a coat drive before and during the BYU-Utah game on Saturday.
Park City teen fundraising for people devastated by flash floods in Spain
Brianna Chavez, KSL-TV | Posted Nov. 4 - 6:14 a.m. | Save Story
A Park City teenager is hoping to raise money for himself and others devastated by deadly flash flooding in Valencia, Spain, earlier this week.
How a former BYU professor became an ardent crusader for the innocent
Lee Benson, Deseret News | Posted Oct. 21 - 7:58 a.m. | Save Story
His dad was charged with a murder he didn't commit; ever since, Dick Galbraith's heart, and money, has gone out to the falsely accused.
Pet cat recovering 1 week after it was missing, found injured on I-215
Brianna Chavez, KSL-TV | Posted Oct. 21 - 7:35 a.m. | Save Story
Ashley Lockwood isn't sure how her furry friend, Rocky, ended up in the middle of I-215, but she is happy to have him home.
Salt Lake EMS pilot, veteran wins national award for service
Ivy Farguheson, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 19 - 4:52 p.m. | Save Story
Dan Laguna, of Salt Lake City, will be the sole Utah representative at the annual Stars of Life ceremony in Washington.
Provo business rallies support for wife of drowsy driving crash victim
Lauren Steinbrecher, KSL-TV | Posted Oct. 16 - 6:31 p.m. | Save Story
A community in Utah County is coming together for a woman they love after her husband was killed in a drowsy driving crash.
Butterfield is his canyon, and he's keeping it clean
Lee Benson, Deseret News | Posted Oct. 14 - 8:29 a.m. | Save Story
In his retirement, Bill Allinson has appointed himself in charge of Butterfield Canyon's waste management
Farmington man welcomes public to his display with hundreds of carved pumpkins
Ivy Farguheson, KSL.com | Posted Oct. 13 - 9:17 a.m. | Save Story
Each October, Ken Klinker in Farmington moves a display of 400-plus carved pumpkins to his front yard for the public to stop and see. He's also used the attention to host a food drive for Bountiful Food Pantry.
