With his easy charm and upbeat spirit, David Osmond is a natural connector—through both his music and his innate talent for bringing people together. Take the way he met his wife. While waiting for a flight on New Year’s Day, Osmond caught sight of beautiful, blonde Valerie McClain on the dance floor at the Las Vegas Hard Rock Hotel. As the two made eye contact, she … [Read more...] about David Osmond: Looking at a Miracle
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Helping Autistic Actors Shine
Many filmmakers will cast neurotypical actors—those of typical developmental, intellectual, and cognitive abilities—to play autistic characters, like in the recently released Netflix show Atypical. It’s a show about a boy with autism played by an actor who doesn’t have autism. But unlike those filmmakers, Levi Harris recognizes the benefit of casting autistic actors for these … [Read more...] about Helping Autistic Actors Shine
Localz Bistro: A Taste of Utah
The name says it all: Localz Bistro! It’s a restaurant that was created for locals with a casual neighborhood feel. And it’s a bistro because the food is nicer than a café, with a nod to all things popular and healthy. A Family-Run Bistro The main reason I chose this restaurant to feature, however, is because of the family behind it. Meet Dad, Kenny Lovette; … [Read more...] about Localz Bistro: A Taste of Utah
The National Parks: Utah Band Pursues Their American Dream
To many, the American dream might look like a white picket fence, a shiny new car, a couple of kids playing in the yard, and a steady job to keep you living comfortably. However, to others, traveling the country in a van, sleeping on floors, a beat up six-string, and a few friends to share it all with looks more like it. Musicians are driven by their passion to do what they … [Read more...] about The National Parks: Utah Band Pursues Their American Dream
J. Kirk Richards: Sharing Hope in Humanity Through Art
There is something magical about a newly stretched canvas for local artist J. Kirk Richards. Richards grew up in Provo. His parents are skilled musicians who insisted that their eight children each learn to play the piano and one other instrument. Richards chose the French horn as his second instrument and took private lessons. But as a child, he liked to draw monsters and … [Read more...] about J. Kirk Richards: Sharing Hope in Humanity Through Art
