Brent Hunsaker:
" I have been beating this drum for a while. I know. Perhaps I should move on. But despite what the Obama campaign says, I continue to believe that Mitt Romney's Mormon faith will be savaged in the months ahead.
Wow, did I just agree with Orrin Hatch? Sort of. I do not believe the attacks will come directly from the President. Instead, they will be left to the likes of MSNBC's Lawrence O'Donnell.
These are comments O'Donnell made in a radio interview done the last time Romney ran for president. To read the entire interview, click here....." (Read the rest of what Hunsaker has to say? Click title)
"Tracking stories and patterns in the news others make since 2010"
Saturday, April 14, 2012
SandBox Utah: Salt Lake Tribune "Romney tells NRA that Obama wants to curtail gun owners’ rights "
Charles Babington:
"St. Louis • The presidential campaign briefly veered from the emotional Mommy Wars on Friday to the back-burner issue of gun rights, with Mitt Romney telling the National Rifle Association that President Barack Obama is not protecting gun owners — even though the topic has rarely arisen during his time in office.
"Tracking stories and patterns in the news others make since 2010"
"St. Louis • The presidential campaign briefly veered from the emotional Mommy Wars on Friday to the back-burner issue of gun rights, with Mitt Romney telling the National Rifle Association that President Barack Obama is not protecting gun owners — even though the topic has rarely arisen during his time in office.
Without offering details, Romney said that Obama would like to erode gun owners’ rights..."
(Read more? Click title)
SandBox Utah Town Hall "The Book of Santorum"
Bill O'Reilly:
"Mitt Romney would be wise to take a good hard look at what Rick Santorum did right and what he did wrong during his campaign. In his quest to unseat President Obama, Romney will face some of the same challenges Santorum faced.
Back in the summer of 2011, nobody thought Santorum had a shot at the Republican nomination.
Nationally, he was polling at about 3 percent. But through sheer hard work and persistence, he won the Iowa caucus and was catapulted into the big time.
There are many lessons to be learned from Santorum's political journey, beginning with having a dream and fighting like hell to make it happen. The senator did that, and it makes him a noble figure to those of us who admire achievement.
But Santorum also made some vivid mistakes in underestimating the secular culture and the intent of the media. And this is where the Romney tutorial begins.
The national press is generally biased toward the left and has the long knives out for anyone spouting spiritual beliefs. Once Santorum began answering questions about his theology, it began to damage his political message. And when he criticized John F. Kennedy on the separation of church and state issue, the media went wild. You don't mess with JFK...." (Read more? Click title)
"Tracking stories and patterns in the news others make since 2010"
"Mitt Romney would be wise to take a good hard look at what Rick Santorum did right and what he did wrong during his campaign. In his quest to unseat President Obama, Romney will face some of the same challenges Santorum faced.
Back in the summer of 2011, nobody thought Santorum had a shot at the Republican nomination.
Nationally, he was polling at about 3 percent. But through sheer hard work and persistence, he won the Iowa caucus and was catapulted into the big time.
There are many lessons to be learned from Santorum's political journey, beginning with having a dream and fighting like hell to make it happen. The senator did that, and it makes him a noble figure to those of us who admire achievement.
But Santorum also made some vivid mistakes in underestimating the secular culture and the intent of the media. And this is where the Romney tutorial begins.
The national press is generally biased toward the left and has the long knives out for anyone spouting spiritual beliefs. Once Santorum began answering questions about his theology, it began to damage his political message. And when he criticized John F. Kennedy on the separation of church and state issue, the media went wild. You don't mess with JFK...." (Read more? Click title)
"Tracking stories and patterns in the news others make since 2010"
SandBox Utah: Deseret News "Decision 2012: Utah political races, candidate and delegate information, coverage"
Deseret News"
"Candidates from political parties running in major races will be nominated in the coming days, as some 4,000 Republican delegates and 2,700 Democratic delegates will decide which candidates advance — and which, if any, will face a primary run-off election in June, the next opportunity for every Utah voter to participate.
While some county conventions have convened since last month, where delegates are narrowing the field of candidates running for county offices and most state House and Senate seats, Salt Lake and Utah Counties hold conventions Saturday, April 14. State delegates will attend their respective party's state conventions to choose candidates for federal and statewide offices like governor. Both the Democratic and Republican state conventions are scheduled for April 21...." (Read more? Click title)
"Tracking stories and patterns in the news others make since 2010"
"Candidates from political parties running in major races will be nominated in the coming days, as some 4,000 Republican delegates and 2,700 Democratic delegates will decide which candidates advance — and which, if any, will face a primary run-off election in June, the next opportunity for every Utah voter to participate.
While some county conventions have convened since last month, where delegates are narrowing the field of candidates running for county offices and most state House and Senate seats, Salt Lake and Utah Counties hold conventions Saturday, April 14. State delegates will attend their respective party's state conventions to choose candidates for federal and statewide offices like governor. Both the Democratic and Republican state conventions are scheduled for April 21...." (Read more? Click title)
"Tracking stories and patterns in the news others make since 2010"
SandBox Utah: Salt Lake Tribune "Utah POWs from three wars recognized for their sacrifices "
Kristen Moulton:
"Every year, there are fewer prisoners of war to honor, but nearly two dozen gathered with their families Friday to remember their own sacrifices and those of fellow soldiers, Marines, sailors and airmen who did not come home.
"Tracking stories and patterns in the news others make since 2010"
"Every year, there are fewer prisoners of war to honor, but nearly two dozen gathered with their families Friday to remember their own sacrifices and those of fellow soldiers, Marines, sailors and airmen who did not come home.
Utah is home to an estimated 50 former POWs, 80 percent of them from World War II...."
(Read more? Click title)
SandBox Utah: Park Record "Police work explained to a civilian crowd"
Jay Hamburger:
"People who complete the Park City Police Department's Citizen Academy will not get an official police badge.
"Tracking stories and patterns in the news others make since 2010"
"People who complete the Park City Police Department's Citizen Academy will not get an official police badge.
But they will learn lots about how the Police Department operates.
The organizers of the Citizen Academy are readying for the program's fourth year. A few spots remained in the 15-person class by the end of the week. Applications are due by April 25.
The Citizen Academy, primarily instructed by members of the Police Department, provides a detailed look at police work that most citizens do not ordinarily experience.
"Everybody's got questions. How does a police department function and what is their function," Terry Knechtel, the officer who organizes the program, said...." (Read more? Click title)
SandBox Utah: ABC 4 "Fear of bath salts making a major re-emergence in the market"
Kimberly Nelson:
"SALT LAKE CITY, Utah (ABC 4 News) - It has been banned in 34 states, including Utah, but now with the DEA ban about to expire some fear “bath salts” could make a major re-emergence in the market.
Even though it’s illegal, bath salts have been found at many smoke shops here in Utah. Police have been trying to crack down on the substance, but it seems the law can’t keep up with how fast these designer drugs are being produced.
It’s sold as “bath salts”, and it’s labeled “not for human consumption”. The label also has a warning saying it is not safe to drive or operate heavy machinery after using the product. It goes on to describe this substance is placed in your bath water.
According to a recent article in USA-Today, the number of calls to Poison Control Centers nationwide involving bath salts soared in 2011 to about 6,138 from 304 in 2010...."
(Read more? Click title)
"Tracking stories and patterns in the news others make since 2010"
"SALT LAKE CITY, Utah (ABC 4 News) - It has been banned in 34 states, including Utah, but now with the DEA ban about to expire some fear “bath salts” could make a major re-emergence in the market.
Even though it’s illegal, bath salts have been found at many smoke shops here in Utah. Police have been trying to crack down on the substance, but it seems the law can’t keep up with how fast these designer drugs are being produced.
It’s sold as “bath salts”, and it’s labeled “not for human consumption”. The label also has a warning saying it is not safe to drive or operate heavy machinery after using the product. It goes on to describe this substance is placed in your bath water.
According to a recent article in USA-Today, the number of calls to Poison Control Centers nationwide involving bath salts soared in 2011 to about 6,138 from 304 in 2010...."
(Read more? Click title)
"Tracking stories and patterns in the news others make since 2010"
SandBox Utah: Salt Lake Tribune "Salt Lake City police website back up after hack attack "
Cimaron Neugebauer:
"What took seven months of computer coding to build was destroyed in an afternoon by hackers, but the Salt Lake City Police Department’s website is back up and running with a new look and a slew of new safeguards.
"Tracking stories and patterns in the news others make since 2010"
"What took seven months of computer coding to build was destroyed in an afternoon by hackers, but the Salt Lake City Police Department’s website is back up and running with a new look and a slew of new safeguards.
In a welcome video from Salt Lake City Police Chief Chris Burbank posted at http://www.slcpd.com/ the chief said loss of the website for nearly three months didn’t inhibit police services, but rather communication with city residents...." (Read more? Click title)
SandBox Utah: They Come to America "The Cost of Illegal Immigration"
"Tracking stories and patterns in the news others make since 2010"
SandBox Utah: ABC 4 "Utah Latino organizations encouraging minorities to vote"
Antonio Lujan:
"SALT LAKE CITY (ABC 4 News) - The Latino population is at 17 percent in Salt Lake County and it continues to grow, but when it comes to their involvement in politics it is very limited. Latino organizations are reaching out to the minority population to encourage people to vote.
As a matter of fact, only 2 percent of Latinos in the county are voting.
Many say they don't get involved because many of their issues like immigration, have been ignored. However, there is a glimmer of hope. Recently, they've seen more Latinos running for office, and that has sparked new interest. "I think it's great Latinos have been given an opportunity to run for various positions, because it's good to have more options," said Juan Manuel Leon, a business owner. ..."
(Read more? Click title)
"Tracking stories and patterns in the news others make since 2010"
"SALT LAKE CITY (ABC 4 News) - The Latino population is at 17 percent in Salt Lake County and it continues to grow, but when it comes to their involvement in politics it is very limited. Latino organizations are reaching out to the minority population to encourage people to vote.
As a matter of fact, only 2 percent of Latinos in the county are voting.
Many say they don't get involved because many of their issues like immigration, have been ignored. However, there is a glimmer of hope. Recently, they've seen more Latinos running for office, and that has sparked new interest. "I think it's great Latinos have been given an opportunity to run for various positions, because it's good to have more options," said Juan Manuel Leon, a business owner. ..."
(Read more? Click title)
"Tracking stories and patterns in the news others make since 2010"
SandBox Utah Standard-Examiner "Many Latinos want 'freebees', yet wave Mexican flag"
Tony Martinez:
"Editor,
I'm responding to April 9 news article, "Where are the Latinos?" This whole article is so wrong in an American paper. My wish would be that the Latinos could be in Mexico casting their ballots and running for office there to help straighten up that cesspool of corruption, because if they claim Latino before American, then Mexico is where they belong! Why don't the "Latinos" get more involved in politics? Why would they spend the time and effort in a conservative state Like Utah.
Ninety-nine percent of those who put "Latino" in front of "American," are Obama supporters and want the government freebees, that are not really free, but paid by taxpayer dollars. They really couldn't care less! I read letter after letter to the editor from "Latinos." Of course we can not repeat their names, even though they choose to put their opinions out for us to view. We can't hurt feelings! They claim to have served proud, but every time they speak, they disregard the Constitution, just like their hero, Obama...."
(Read the rest of Tony's letter? Click title)
"Tracking stories and patterns in the news others make since 2010"
"Editor,
I'm responding to April 9 news article, "Where are the Latinos?" This whole article is so wrong in an American paper. My wish would be that the Latinos could be in Mexico casting their ballots and running for office there to help straighten up that cesspool of corruption, because if they claim Latino before American, then Mexico is where they belong! Why don't the "Latinos" get more involved in politics? Why would they spend the time and effort in a conservative state Like Utah.
Ninety-nine percent of those who put "Latino" in front of "American," are Obama supporters and want the government freebees, that are not really free, but paid by taxpayer dollars. They really couldn't care less! I read letter after letter to the editor from "Latinos." Of course we can not repeat their names, even though they choose to put their opinions out for us to view. We can't hurt feelings! They claim to have served proud, but every time they speak, they disregard the Constitution, just like their hero, Obama...."
(Read the rest of Tony's letter? Click title)
"Tracking stories and patterns in the news others make since 2010"
SandBox Utah: Moab Times-Independent "Citizens initiate process to change county form of government"
Charli Englehorn:
"Four local citizens recently submitted a petition to begin the process of changing Grand County’s form of government. Jeramey McElhaney, Dave Cozzens, Leon Behunin, and Pat Byrd collected 462 signatures and turned in the petition to the Grand County Clerk’s office last month. The action is the first requirement for a citizen-initiated effort to begin the process, said Grand County Clerk Diana Carroll.
Changing the form of county government involves a lengthy process that requires several steps and multiple voter-approved measures. According to documents provided by Carroll, the first step required is either a resolution from the Grand County Council or a signature petition from citizens asking the county to hold a special election in which voters will decide whether to ask the county to “appoint a study committee to consider a change in form of [c]ounty government.”
“There was a lot of dissatisfaction about the way the council was put together when the form of government changed 20 years ago, and there is more now,” said Cozzens. “Our form of government is not currently legal in the state of Utah, and the elimination of party involvement is not legal anymore.”...."
(Read more? Click title)
"Tracking stories and patterns in the news others make since 2010"
"Four local citizens recently submitted a petition to begin the process of changing Grand County’s form of government. Jeramey McElhaney, Dave Cozzens, Leon Behunin, and Pat Byrd collected 462 signatures and turned in the petition to the Grand County Clerk’s office last month. The action is the first requirement for a citizen-initiated effort to begin the process, said Grand County Clerk Diana Carroll.
Changing the form of county government involves a lengthy process that requires several steps and multiple voter-approved measures. According to documents provided by Carroll, the first step required is either a resolution from the Grand County Council or a signature petition from citizens asking the county to hold a special election in which voters will decide whether to ask the county to “appoint a study committee to consider a change in form of [c]ounty government.”
“There was a lot of dissatisfaction about the way the council was put together when the form of government changed 20 years ago, and there is more now,” said Cozzens. “Our form of government is not currently legal in the state of Utah, and the elimination of party involvement is not legal anymore.”...."
(Read more? Click title)
"Tracking stories and patterns in the news others make since 2010"
SandBox Utah: Deseret News "Officials see dim Colorado River water outlook"
AP via Deseret News:
"LAS VEGAS — Water officials say a dry month in the Wyoming, Colorado and Utah mountains that drain snowmelt into the Colorado River could mean less water arriving later this year at the reservoir serving Las Vegas.
Federal snow surveyor Randy Julander that after an unusually warm March, much of the range he covers in Nevada, Utah and California already resembles conditions usually seen in May. That has federal water forecasters slashing river level projections.
"March was simply not kind to us," Julander told the Las Vegas Review-Journal for a Friday report (http://bit.ly/IkHWX4 )....." (Read more? Click title)
"Tracking stories and patterns in the news others make since 2010"
"LAS VEGAS — Water officials say a dry month in the Wyoming, Colorado and Utah mountains that drain snowmelt into the Colorado River could mean less water arriving later this year at the reservoir serving Las Vegas.
Federal snow surveyor Randy Julander that after an unusually warm March, much of the range he covers in Nevada, Utah and California already resembles conditions usually seen in May. That has federal water forecasters slashing river level projections.
"March was simply not kind to us," Julander told the Las Vegas Review-Journal for a Friday report (http://bit.ly/IkHWX4 )....." (Read more? Click title)
"Tracking stories and patterns in the news others make since 2010"
SandBox Utah Moab Times-Independent " Calif. company again requests permit for hydroelectric dam project in Long Canyon"
Charli Englehorn:
"Mazzone said the physical aspects of the plan are mostly the same as the 2008 plan, which included the construction of two reservoir lakes to create and store power for the electric-power transmission grid. According to Mazzone, two U-shaped dams would be constructed to create the lakes. One lake would be located at the bottom of Long Canyon near the Colorado River, and the other would be constructed approximately 1,000 feet above on the plateau area of the canyon.
Approximately 2,000 acre-feet of water would be siphoned from the Colorado River into the lower reservoir. Once the water is in place, it would be pumped to the upper lake during the evening when the demand for power is low and there is excess power in the electric grid. Utah Independent Power would buy that power from the power grid to pump the water uphill for storage in the upper lake, where it would remain until daytime, when power demand is high, according to Mazzone. During peak power usage times, the water would be released from the upper reservoir and sent through turbines on its way down to the lower reservoir, creating power that is sent back into the utility grid.
Mazzone said there is likely no cost benefit for the consumer from this form of power, but the daily induction of the hydroelectric power could help reduce the need of utility companies to purchase other forms of energy....." (Read more? Click title)
"Tracking stories and patterns in the news others make since 2010"
"Mazzone said the physical aspects of the plan are mostly the same as the 2008 plan, which included the construction of two reservoir lakes to create and store power for the electric-power transmission grid. According to Mazzone, two U-shaped dams would be constructed to create the lakes. One lake would be located at the bottom of Long Canyon near the Colorado River, and the other would be constructed approximately 1,000 feet above on the plateau area of the canyon.
Approximately 2,000 acre-feet of water would be siphoned from the Colorado River into the lower reservoir. Once the water is in place, it would be pumped to the upper lake during the evening when the demand for power is low and there is excess power in the electric grid. Utah Independent Power would buy that power from the power grid to pump the water uphill for storage in the upper lake, where it would remain until daytime, when power demand is high, according to Mazzone. During peak power usage times, the water would be released from the upper reservoir and sent through turbines on its way down to the lower reservoir, creating power that is sent back into the utility grid.
Mazzone said there is likely no cost benefit for the consumer from this form of power, but the daily induction of the hydroelectric power could help reduce the need of utility companies to purchase other forms of energy....." (Read more? Click title)
"Tracking stories and patterns in the news others make since 2010"
SandBox Utah: The Spectrum "Ironman event struggles to find success after inaugural event"
Brian Ahem:
"ST. GEORGE - This year's Ironman St. George is less than a month away, but there are no guarantees about the event's future beyond 2012.
Registrations are down for the second year in a row, showing the event continues to struggle to match its sold-out 2010 debut. While most of the World Triathlon Corporation's 11 North American Ironman triathlons sell out every year, the St. George event has been an exception..."
(Read more? Click title)
"Tracking stories and patterns in the news others make since 2010"
"ST. GEORGE - This year's Ironman St. George is less than a month away, but there are no guarantees about the event's future beyond 2012.
Registrations are down for the second year in a row, showing the event continues to struggle to match its sold-out 2010 debut. While most of the World Triathlon Corporation's 11 North American Ironman triathlons sell out every year, the St. George event has been an exception..."
(Read more? Click title)
"Tracking stories and patterns in the news others make since 2010"
SandBox Utah: Park Record "Sundance interested in, but not committed to, Raleigh Studios"
Jay Hamburger:
"Sundance Film Festival organizers indicated in a March letter to the Park City Planning Commission they have an interest in the opportunities a movie studio complex could present to them, but the letter neither committed to any sort of partnership nor did it endorse the development proposal itself.
"Tracking stories and patterns in the news others make since 2010"
"Sundance Film Festival organizers indicated in a March letter to the Park City Planning Commission they have an interest in the opportunities a movie studio complex could present to them, but the letter neither committed to any sort of partnership nor did it endorse the development proposal itself.
The letter was submitted to the Planning Commission on March 21, as the talks continued about a project at Quinn's Junction that would be anchored by Raleigh Studios, an independent studio with locations that include Hollywood, Detroit and Atlanta. The developers want to annex the land into the city limits and then build the complex.
The one-page letter from Sundance was signed by Jill Miller, the managing director of the Sundance Institute and the institute's highest-ranking Utah-based staffer. The letter is an "expression of interest" in using the complex in some capacity, but it was noncommittal. The Planning Commission noted the vagueness of the letter at a meeting on Wednesday night....." (Read more? Click title)
SandBox Utah: Sun Advocate "New tourism director gets down to business"
Richard Shaw:
"While there are a lot of people in the area that feel tourism doesn't have much impact on the local economy, new Carbon County Tourism Bureau Director Shalee Johansen sees it differently.
"We need to involve all local businesses in tourism events and venues," said Johansen on Tuesday morning.
"We need to do that."
Johansen, who is originally from American Fork and recently relocated to Carbon County from Wasatch County, sees tourism as the engine of the economy in the area that has been barely tapped. Her experience in marketing venues in the resort industry in the Park City area and background on securing grant money to help promote tourism in the area will be very helpful in bringing people to the community....."
(Read more? Click title)
"Tracking stories and patterns in the news others make since 2010"
"While there are a lot of people in the area that feel tourism doesn't have much impact on the local economy, new Carbon County Tourism Bureau Director Shalee Johansen sees it differently.
"We need to involve all local businesses in tourism events and venues," said Johansen on Tuesday morning.
"We need to do that."
Johansen, who is originally from American Fork and recently relocated to Carbon County from Wasatch County, sees tourism as the engine of the economy in the area that has been barely tapped. Her experience in marketing venues in the resort industry in the Park City area and background on securing grant money to help promote tourism in the area will be very helpful in bringing people to the community....."
(Read more? Click title)
"Tracking stories and patterns in the news others make since 2010"
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)