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3 weeks ago | 
utahstories.com | Nicole Anderson
Each spring, when the foothills turn green and snow in the Wasatch melts a little higher up the slopes, thousands of winter-weary valley residents drag old, battered wheelbarrows across their lawns and patios to begin “The Annual Reawakening.” Sinking their hands into bags of loamy potting mix, they scoop and sift the rich, earthy promise of new growth, and begin filling well-worn terracotta pots. Some are chipped and weathered; all are well-loved from years of careful tending.
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1 month ago | 
utahstories.com | Nicole Anderson
Farmstead Bakery Expands Southern Utah’s Artisan Food Scene Southern Utah’s artisan food movement is rising, and Farmstead Bakery is helping lead the charge. With handcrafted pastries, local talent, and a bold new expansion, this St. George favorite is redefining what regional baking can be.
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2 months ago | 
utahstories.com | Nicole Anderson
Saving Utah’s Farmland: The Fight Against Urban Sprawl and Vanishing Fields Utah is losing farmland at a staggering pace. As developers circle and water rights grow contentious, a quiet fight is unfolding in fields and pastures across the state. Meet the farmers choosing preservation over profit and the land trusts helping them hold the line.
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Mar 6, 2025 | 
utahstories.com | Nicole Anderson
Shop Vintage: Sugar House’s Retro Haven Surviving 2100 South’s Chaos Shop Vintage in Sugar House is more than a store—it’s a rebellion against fast fashion and a portal to the past. Inside, racks of rare band tees, worn-in denim, and retro collectibles transport visitors to the bold style of the ‘80s and ‘90s.
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Nov 3, 2024 | 
utahstories.com | Nicole Anderson
Utah’s education system is on the verge of a breaking point. With classrooms bursting at the seams and teachers leaving in droves, a growing number of parents are pulling their children out of public schools. But what are the real reasons behind this shift, and what untold consequences could it have for Utah’s future? Discover the hidden challenges inside classrooms and the rising movement of parents taking control of their children’s education in ways you won’t expect.
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Oct 26, 2024 | 
utahstories.com | Nicole Anderson
For more than 40 years, Millie’s Burgers has been a cornerstone of Sugar House, serving up juicy, no-frills burgers and classic shakes to generations of locals. Nestled on the corner of 1000 East and 2100 South, right smack in the middle of the current road construction project, it’s always been the kind of place that’s seen first dates, little league celebrations, and family traditions that span decades.
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Aug 1, 2024 | 
utahstories.com | Nicole Anderson
A dust cloud swirled behind the RAV4 as we drove north toward Salt Creek Waterfowl Management Area (SCWMA) several miles past Corrine, Utah. It had been ten years since I’d been here and it was dry as a bone. My friend and I had driven out previously in search of ducks, but there weren’t any, which wasn’t a surprise since there wasn’t any water. After all, waterfowl and migratory shorebirds need the shallow sheetwater that the marsh and surrounding wetlands offer. Today was different though.
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Jul 24, 2024 | 
campingforwomen.com | Nicole Anderson
Nicole Anderson explores areas in and around this mega metropolis of captivating Shanghai, China. Shanghai is recognized as China’s largest city with a population of 26.3 million. Staying at a hotel in central Shanghai and looking out the windows on any side, James and I seriously couldn’t see where the skyscrapers end as we scanned the horizon.
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Jun 20, 2024 | 
utahstories.com | Nicole Anderson
What do you do with a radish that doesn’t come in a pre-mixed salad bag? You make a radish sandwich, of course. At least that’s what Alan Bangerter’s family would do. “You just add a little butter and a bit of salt,” said Bangerter during a recent interview regarding the 122-year-old family farm. In 1886, Alan’s great-grandfather, Nicklas Bangerter, came to Utah from Switzerland, and in 1902, he bought the original 10 acres of land for the family homestead located in Bountiful.
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May 2, 2024 | 
utahstories.com | Nicole Anderson
Nestled in the midst of the hustle and bustle of Sugar House — named by early pioneers for the loamy soil which was perfect for growing and cultivating sugar beets — you’ll find a rich history of mom and pop businesses along 2100 South. Artistic Framing, a custom framing shop owned and operated by Scott Waters, is a staple along this main drag through town. The shop hasn’t always been the smooth running machine it is now.
