SALT LAKE CITY-As the COVID-19 pandemic ensues, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is continuing to provide relief throughout the United States. The following key relief agencies are receiving $5.5 million apiece in donations from the Salt Lake City-based faith: -Convoy of Hope, Springfield, Ill.: This organization will […]
SALT LAKE CITY-Thursday, Utah Gov. Gary Herbert and state epidemiologist Dr. Angela C. Dunn addressed the media at the State Capitol Building for what proved to be the last daily briefing for the Beehive State during the COVID-19 pandemic. Herbert started off his comments by alluding to a statement released […]
SALT LAKE CITY-Thursday afternoon, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints spokesman Daniel Woodruff confirmed the Salt Lake City-based faith is in the process of reassigning missionaries worldwide. In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, Woodruff said, many missionaries around the world have returned to their home countries to self-isolate. […]
ORLANDO, Fla.-Per a tweet from Shams Charania, the Atlantic’s lead NBA insider/writer/analyst, there could be a way to save the NBA season and Disney World of Orlando, Fla. may be the answer. One possible playing ground for NBA if finishing season becomes safe for league and players: Walt Disney World […]
WINNIPEG, Manitoba, Canada-The First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has announced the dates for the public open house, dedication and youth devotional for the Winnipeg Manitoba Temple. Winnipegers and all Manitobans are allowed to attend the free public open house scheduled for Thursday October 22-Saturday […]
CARDIFF, Wales-During the COVID-19 pandemic, Welsh members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints have served their neighbors in various ways. Members of the Cardiff Stake needed only three weeks to amass 8,000 hygiene kits for 35 locations across South Wales. Packets were distributed to local hospitals, elderly […]
SALT LAKE CITY-Because of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has canceled their 2020 treks and pageants. Church recreational properties, including the Heber Valley Camp, are closed until further notice. As directed by the Church’s First Presidency and Quorum of Twelve Apostles, all public […]
SALT LAKE CITY-Per Utah Code 53-2a 204, Gov. Herbert has the authority to employ measures and give direction to state and local officers and agencies that are both reasonable and necessary in securing compliance with orders made pursuant to the Disaster Response and Recovery Act. Herbert, per this code, has […]
LARAMIE, Wyo.-Wednesday, Mountain West Conference commissioner Craig Thompson confirmed that, in a cost-cutting measure, the conference will conduct a virtual football media days session this summer. This is because of the COVID-19 outbreak and the dates for this event have not yet been determined. Per a Wednesday statement, Thompson confirmed […]
AUSTIN, Texas-Wednesday, Utah Valley University men’s basketball confirmed they will play a non-conference game at Texas December 1, 2020 at a time still yet to be determined. Wolverines head coach Mark Madsen expressed his appreciation that Texas agreed to play this game against UVU and paid tribute to Longhorns head […]
