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The Starks family has an important message for Utah college students: hazing can kill. The family knows firsthand. Michael Starks, 18, died of alcohol poisoning in a hazing incident one year ago this month.   Full Story

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As the new face in the state Senate, Stuart Adams enters with a distinct advantage -- colleagues already view him as an effective policymaker who can bring people together.   Full Story

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Milka Vladic's first Christmas in Utah 11 years ago was far from wondrous, but it was memorable. She and her family were new refugees from Croatia without any money.   Full Story

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Draper » This growing Salt Lake Valley community has roots buried deep into the area's history. First settled two years after the pioneers' 1847 foray into the valley and initially known as South Willow Creek, the 42,000-resident city at the valley's southeast end boasts at least 12   Full Story

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The Empress Theatre on Magna's main street, 93 years old and counting, is fighting the ravages of age, but the playhouse -- believed to be the only one in Salt Lake County west of Bangerter Highway -- is still kicking the can-can.   Full Story

The Utah Taxpayers Association claims Lehi erred when it transferred utility fund money to balance the city budget without providing adequate public notice.   Full Story

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Eventually, one had to believe that Scott Mitchell was going to turn Springville around. As an ex-NFL player, Mitchell, a former quarterback, had too much experience with football at the highest level.   Full Story