Year In Review
Year In Review – For many, 2020 was most likely the hardest, most difficult, extraordinary, and yes, miraculous year in history.

The Independent – A Year In Review

For many, 2020 was most likely the hardest, most difficult, extraordinary, and yes, miraculous year in history.

Below, we have compiled some of the stories that have helped define the experiences we have all been a part of. There is no easy way to adequately sum up the events of this year. They were certainly turbulent, terrifying, and tiresome, as well as resilient, noble, and inspiring.

What were some of your favorite stories of the year. You’re welcome to comment below!

FROM JANUARY, 2020

Paleontologists recover Brachiosaurus remains in southern Utah

What if Trump were convicted?

Our Geological Wonderland: How geology made America great

BLM, NPS work with sheriff to rescue of family of five

FROM FEBRUARY, 2020

Movie Review: “Sonic the Hedgehog” brings the popular Sega character to the big screen

Utah company launches coronavirus test

Thank you, Fred Adams, for the impossible dream

Letter to the editor: Polygamy a choice?

Body recovered at Sand Hollow State Park

FROM MARCH, 2020

The World Has Become an Unfamiliar Place

President Russell M. Nelson of the LDS Church Requests Worldwide Fast

A Letter From Spain on Life in Lock-Down

First COVID-19 Positive Test Diagnosed in Southern Utah

FROM APRIL, 2020

SUU Community Makes Masks for Area Healthcare Workers

COVID-19 – Winning The Battle in Yemen

CARES Act Provides Unemployment Insurance for the Self Employed

Mayor Jon Pike Urges Washington to Close Zions National Park

FROM MAY, 2020

ProjectProtect Initiative Reaches Goal of Sewing Five Million Medical-Grade Masks

Mitt Romney’s Gambling Bill

2020 Larry H. Miller Utah Summer Games Canceled

Masks, Peer Pressure, and Freedoms of Expression

Waterfalls Stop Flowing at Gunlock State Park

FROM JUNE, 2020

Dixie Regional Medical Center Reaches ICU Capacity

Sunset on the Square Outdoor Movie Nights Return!

A Letter From The Editor: Black Lives DO Matter

Casablanca Resort and Virgin River Hotel Are Now Open!

FROM JULY, 2020

COVID-19 cases continue to rise as hospitals warn of capacity shortage

Editorial Cartoon: What’s The Matter With Utah?

Utah Offers Free Counseling for COVID-Related Stress

Intermountain Healthcare Renames Dixie Regional Medical Center

FROM AUGUST, 2020

East Canyon State Park Receives International Dark Sky Park Designation

Recovering from COVID-19 – A Couple from Kanab, Utah, Share Their Story

2020 IRONMAN North American Championship Triathlon Cancelled

First COVID-19 Death Strikes Kane County, Utah

FROM SEPTEMBER, 2020

BBB Scam Alert: Tracking Code Trick Costs Online Shoppers

Washington County Officials in Dreamland About the Northern Corridor

Sweeney Todd – The Demon Barber of Fleet Street At the Electric Theater

Utah’s COVID-19 Economic Recovery Best in U.S.

FROM OCTOBER, 2020

Allstate Foundation Grant Provides Financial Empowerment Services Through the Dove Center

Medicare Prescription Drug Plan Changes That Could Save You Money

HorrorFest International Brings Over 40 Genre Films to St. George With Special Guests Ted Raimi and Colin Cunningham

A Bright Star Shines Over Hurricane Valley Theatricals

FROM NOVEMBER, 2020

Tom’s 2020 Thanksgiving Thankful List

Editorial Cartoon: Stages of Grief

Intermountain Healthcare Brings 200 Nurses to Utah From New York City To Help With Rising COVID-19 Cases

The Wave: An Insider’s Guide to Scoring Permits for This Famous Hike

FROM DECEMBER, 2020

The Story of Steel Magnolias Is Rich In What Matters Most! ** (Updated)

Covid-19 Vaccination Begins in Southwest Utah

2020 Hits and Misses

Editorial Cartoon: Masks Hung By The Chimney


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James McFadden
James McFadden grew up in and around San Diego, California, spending most of his early years living in a small town called Poway. James moved his family here to southern Utah in 2007. He has worked as a publishing, advertising, marketing, and sales professional for over 35 years, spending his first 10 years in the radio broadcasting industry as an on-air personality and event coordinator. James is currently the Editor and Online Content Director for The Independent. He was previously the publisher of Life at Stone Cliff and What's Up Southern Utah, as well as the creative founder behind The Senior Saver. If you would like to reach James, become a contributor here at The Independent, or suggest a column, you can leave a comment below or simply visit our Contact page.

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