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Written by Dallas Hyland It might surprise some of my regular readers to know I was once a bible thumping church goer. In fact, I spent some time working in youth ministry as well.

 I recall with some clarity, a poignant...
Book review: 'Killing Jesus' discusses (and maybe reveals) historical details of the Crucifixion Written by Rich Rogers “KILLING JESUS.”  Stephen Mansfield.  2013.  Worthy.  Hardcover.  254 pages. $22.99 Stephen Mansfield has made a career of writing on issues of faith, with titles such...
Written by Heather Hymas After spending the last several weekends watching autumn sweep over the mountains and the leaves change colors, I woke up to this poem: “Journey of a Leaf” A small sprig, a tiny start, a connection New life bursting from...
The Independent Brigham’s Playhouse has closed their run of "Peter Pan: A New Musical" just in time to open Utah’s premiere of "First Freedom." Opening Friday, Sept. 26 and running through Nov. 8, "First Freedom" is an original work recreating the...
CARTOON: 'Sarge ain't skipping his intel briefings' by Stephen Bowers| Sunday, October 19, 2014, 11:00 am | ...
The Independent Grand Canyon-Parashant National Monument fire managers are planning to conduct prescribed burning near Mount Dellenbaugh in late October, if weather and fuel conditions allow. Preparation, ignition, and monitoring of the higher elevation burns (Green Springs North - 741...
St. George Book Festival celebrates the wonderful world of literature The Independent In just two years, the St. George Book Festival has become the second-largest book and literacy event in Utah. Director Virginia Grenier and co-chairman David Smith have created a...
On Friday, the Mesquite Sports & Events Complex once again hosted a competition that tests the strength and talent of the world’s biggest hitters of the golf ball, including those without limbs, who are vision-impaired, or disabled but can...
The Independent Voters have the opportunity to meet Dorothy Engelman, candidate for Utah House District 74, on Tuesday, Oct. 21 at Perks! Espresso & Smoothies. Engelman welcomes all to personally connect with her and voice their concerns regarding state government. She firmly believes...
Written by April Ashcroft This recipe is out of my cookbook ”Whole Food Goodness.” I will be holding a class at the Kitchen Corner on Thursday, Oct. 23 that will focus on “Comfort Foods for Fall.” Be sure to stop...