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Musical ‘Jane Eyre’ pushes emotion ‘over the edge,’ composer says

February 11th, 2013 Posted in Arts and Life |

Story & Photos by Dani Hayes LOGAN—Some may argue that the arts are a luxury, but for Jay Richards, they are a necessity for life. Although he never formally studied music, Richards is a nationally known composer for his original score in his adaptation of Little Women,and is the founding director of Music Theater West, […]

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10-year-old kids making sweet music: ‘I like all the sound we make’

February 10th, 2013 Posted in Arts and Life |

Story & Photos by Katie Swain LOGAN—More than 15 years ago, a grassroots movement of parents had a vision for an elementary school orchestra program for their children. In 1999, a small, early-morning string class started at Providence Elementary School. By 2003, the program had grown to include string classes for 4th and 5th graders […]

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ATVNews: Ping pong for a cause, spelling, & great Aggie club sports

February 10th, 2013 Posted in Opinion |

LOGAN—On this week’s Aggie TV News, a look at national and international headlines from North Korea and Egypt, ping pong, spelling bees, hanging art and keeping the campus safe at Utah State; more wintry weather, and great Aggie sports action. • Clean Up the Air! Coughing Utahns march on the Utah Capitol to deliver 8,000 […]

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Fry Street Quartet concert honors Caine family generosity, impact

February 10th, 2013 Posted in Arts and Life |

By Curtis Lundstrom LOGAN—It’s been 10 years since the Fry Street Quartet first came to Cache Valley, and the classical musicians performed a concert Thursday to honor some their greatest benefactors—Dan C. and Manon Caine Russell. “Without the support of Dan and Manon, the culturally rich environment of Cache Valley, which we all enjoy, would […]

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The ribs are back! Savannah’s BBQ reopens after long hiatus

February 10th, 2013 Posted in Arts and Life |

By Jessica Sonderegger LOGAN—In the world of barbecue, serious BBQ artists pride themselves on original recipes and housemade sauces that can satisfy all preferences—smoky, spicy, tangy, sweet. BBQ chefs then complement their “world famous ribs” and smoked meats with only the highest quality corn bread, coleslaw, barbecue baked beans and sweet potato fries. Savannah’s BBQ […]

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North Logan city officials weigh benefits of boundary change

February 8th, 2013 Posted in Opinion |

Story & photo by Jonathan Larson NORTH LOGAN – The City Council met Wednesday to discuss a potential boundary change: a trade with Logan to acquire land along the west side of U.S. Highway 91, in an effort to straighten city boundaries and allow for greater development. “It makes it so that you just have […]

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Oui, merci! Providence first-graders can learn in French, come fall

February 8th, 2013 Posted in Opinion |

Story & photo by Paul Christiansen PROVIDENCE— Many called it a gift they could give their children. As parents gathered at Providence Elementary Tuesday night to hear details about the French dual-language immersion program their sons and daughters will enter in the fall, most were excited and eager for the opportunity. Alexis Thompson, one of […]

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Richmond P&Z approves conversion of Pet Milk factory to warehouse

February 7th, 2013 Posted in Opinion |

By Shayna Marcure RICHMOND — “Do you want an eyesore?” Local businessman Quentin Casperson stood before the Planning and Zoning Commission Tuesday, seeking a conditional use permit for the old Pet Milk factory. “We’ve finally got some serious money that will let us use the building for something good.” He was referring to part-owner Ray […]

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CNN’s Jessica Ravitz comes to USU for Morris Media & Society Lecture

February 7th, 2013 Posted in Opinion |

LOGAN—Jessica Ravitz, former Salt Lake Tribune religion writer and now a reporter for CNN Digital, comes back to Utah on Feb. 27 to deliver a Morris Media & Society Lecture at Utah State University. Ravitz is a journalist who has made the transition from newspapers to a converged journalism forum through CNN. She comes to […]

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1,483 pancakes! IHOP fundraiser for kids is about giving—and eating

February 6th, 2013 Posted in Arts and Life |

By Jessica Sonderegger LOGAN—Local restaurants may have seemed unusually vacant Tuesday night, even for a weekday in Cache Valley. But one restaurant found weekend-style success, offering something even “Taco Tuesday” couldn’t compete with: free pancakes. There were lines out the door Tuesday night for the Logan IHOP’s seventh annual National Pancake Day—a day to celebrate […]

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AggieTV News—Plane crash ends well, winter weather & more.

February 5th, 2013 Posted in Opinion |

By the ATV News staff LOGAN—On this week’s ATV News, plane crash! Kelton Wells shows you that what goes up, must certainly come down but with a very happy ending. Marie Titze shows you the pros and cons of doing a study abroad while Jenna Lynn brings you the latest on Logan’s air quality. We’ll […]

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A night out at Lewiston Theater

February 5th, 2013 Posted in Arts and Life |

By Shayna Marcure LEWISTON — Tenth row up, and two very comfortable seats in, is where you found me at 9 p.m. Saturday night, enjoying my treats and the second digitally projected film ever showcased in the 76-year-old Lewiston Theater — and all for under $4. “Here Comes the Boom is the first movie that […]

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Creepy but compelling: ‘Stoker’ director connects with actors, audience

February 4th, 2013 Posted in Arts and Life |

By Dani Hayes PARK CITY—Director Chan-Wook Park welcomes us into his dream—or perhaps his nightmare—through his beautifully created film “Stoker,” which premiered at the 2013 Sundance Film Festival. The film’s intricate plot spirals around the concept of interlacing fear and sexuality. A small family suffers the loss of their father, leaving only the mother and […]

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Confessions of a Sundance groupie: My Day with Dan Rad

February 3rd, 2013 Posted in Opinion |

By Katie Swain PARK CITY—As a fiercely obsessed Harry Potter fanatic for the better part of my life, the fact that my opportunity to report on this year’s Sundance Film Festival coincided with the premiere of Daniel Radcliffe’s new film “Kill Your Darlings” was nothing short of charmed. My day began with news that I would […]

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Blue Goes Green seeks on-campus student sustainability projects

February 3rd, 2013 Posted in Opinion |

By Seth Merrill LOGAN—What started as an idea to help on-campus residents become environmentally conscious may soon be a full-fledged project for two Utah State University resident assistants. Rene Hernandez and Wendy Sticht say they’ll try to bring more sustainability projects to campus residents. “I love the idea of people being aware of the stuff they […]

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What to believe? Confronting crises of faith

February 2nd, 2013 Posted in Opinion |

By Katie Feinauer LOGAN—Laura Simons is worried. Born into the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Simons raised her children in the same religious tradition. But recently two of her kids and one of her sons-in-law have begun to struggle with their long-held beliefs. Hoping to help them as they consider what they believe […]

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Millville plastics company plans expansion under new owner

February 1st, 2013 Posted in Business |

Story and photo by Tanner Simmons MILLVILLE – Silicone Plastics, one of the city’s largest companies, is moving forward under  new owner Brett Hadfield. Hadfield is the owner, operator and president of the company. Around this time last year Hadfield, a former Utah State University student, was an accountant at the company, which manufactures custom plastic […]

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Wild turkeys on the move, looking for better digs in Paradise

February 1st, 2013 Posted in Outdoors |

By Dawn Otterby PARADISE — Bev Zitting had become accustomed to looking out her window and seeing 27 wild turkeys foraging in her front yard. “They used to come everyday around noon,” she said. But Zitting hasn’t seen the large birds in about a week. According to the Utah Department of Wildlife Resources, wild turkeys […]

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Ammo shortage in valley stores frustrates customers

February 1st, 2013 Posted in Opinion |

Story and photo by Jonathan Larson NORTH LOGAN – For more than two months, the sporting goods department at Walmart has been inundated with calls every morning from customers asking about the latest shipments of firearms and ammunition. To the customers’ frustration, Walmart and other local businesses have been unable to meet the unusually high […]

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To beer or not to beer? Hyde Parkers will vote on that

February 1st, 2013 Posted in Opinion |

By Zach Dau HYDE PARK – Come November, residents of Hyde Park will vote to see if the local Maverick, located at 675 W. Center St., will be allowed to sell beer or not. City Council members passed an ordinance that allowed the sale of beer by Maverick in October of 2012. Soon afterward, Hyde […]

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