Here is a sampling of my professionally published work, including print and online multimedia articles. Click titles for links to the online story.
The Salt Lake Tribune
Police reform: How much does Utah need?
Some say the dozen bills in Utah's last legislative session addressing restrictions on police officers are a bad sign of increasing distrust of law enforcement. Others say they are necessary.
Print (front page) and online | 3.31.14
Some say the dozen bills in Utah's last legislative session addressing restrictions on police officers are a bad sign of increasing distrust of law enforcement. Others say they are necessary.
Print (front page) and online | 3.31.14
Firing squad bill passes Utah House after tough debate
A lengthy, controversial debate led to the Utah House approving the reinstating of the firing squad in Utah as an alternative means to the death penalty.
Print (front page) and online | 2.13.15
A lengthy, controversial debate led to the Utah House approving the reinstating of the firing squad in Utah as an alternative means to the death penalty.
Print (front page) and online | 2.13.15
Free-market lawmakers take aim at Utah's restrictive car dealer laws
A group of bills in the legislature aims at taking away what sponsors say are unfair protections on Utah's car dealerships.
Print and online | 3.4.14
A group of bills in the legislature aims at taking away what sponsors say are unfair protections on Utah's car dealerships.
Print and online | 3.4.14
Foothills development plan pits residents, mayor against Utah County leaders
A local group fights against the county's decision to rezone a piece of land on the mountainside for development.
Print and online | 1.28.15
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A local group fights against the county's decision to rezone a piece of land on the mountainside for development.
Print and online | 1.28.15
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The Deseret News
The changing definition of 'TV': What parents need to know about today's television content
Print and online | 9.11.14
*Won Regional SPJ Mark of Excellence Award
Print and online | 9.11.14
*Won Regional SPJ Mark of Excellence Award
Utah young adult loses 260 pounds, changes outlook on life
From severely overweight and suicidal to an aspiring body builder, one teen shares his story of how family, God, modern medicine and determination have turned his life around.
Print and online | 8.12.14
From severely overweight and suicidal to an aspiring body builder, one teen shares his story of how family, God, modern medicine and determination have turned his life around.
Print and online | 8.12.14
Jim Gaffigan, Brian Regan, other comedians find that 'clean' works for them
A group of the nation's funniest comedians tell why they have decided to stay clean, be it religious, personal, or business reasons.
Print and online | 8.8.14
*Won Regional SPJ Mark of Excellence Award
A group of the nation's funniest comedians tell why they have decided to stay clean, be it religious, personal, or business reasons.
Print and online | 8.8.14
*Won Regional SPJ Mark of Excellence Award
Utah, Mormon parents of 18 children share story of love, family and adoption
An inspiring story of a family with nine biological children and nine adopted children, eight of them with disabilities, and how they live life.
Print and online | 6.19.14
An inspiring story of a family with nine biological children and nine adopted children, eight of them with disabilities, and how they live life.
Print and online | 6.19.14
The Universe
Record-breaking live nativity sets the stage for new LDS music video
Online (with multimedia video) | 12.3.14
Online (with multimedia video) | 12.3.14
BYU student sought in meth lab incident says ‘the news has it wrong’
Online | 11.10.14
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*Series won regional SPJ Mark of Excellence Award
Online | 11.10.14
Other articles in this series:
*Series won regional SPJ Mark of Excellence Award
Provo Fashion Week gives local designers a boost
Online (with audio interview and slideshow) | 10.17.15
Online (with audio interview and slideshow) | 10.17.15
iPads in the classroom: The trend toward digital education
The Universe | Print edition | 4.8.14
More and more schools are hopping on the trend toward digital education in the classroom. While digital education opens up a world of new learning opportunities, there are many aspects, such as training and infrastructure, that most schools just aren't ready for. But although Utah State Speaker Lockhart's "1-to-1 iPad Initiative" did not make the Governor's budget this year, it is still something that might be in our future.
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The Universe | Print edition | 4.8.14
More and more schools are hopping on the trend toward digital education in the classroom. While digital education opens up a world of new learning opportunities, there are many aspects, such as training and infrastructure, that most schools just aren't ready for. But although Utah State Speaker Lockhart's "1-to-1 iPad Initiative" did not make the Governor's budget this year, it is still something that might be in our future.
Also featured on The Universe's daily newsletter.
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Zoning regulations catch off-campus residents off guard
The high demand for student housing leaves Provo with an interesting and often complicated zoning situation. Many BYU students living off-campus don't know that their living situation may be illegal.
The Universe | Print edition | 3.25.14
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The high demand for student housing leaves Provo with an interesting and often complicated zoning situation. Many BYU students living off-campus don't know that their living situation may be illegal.
The Universe | Print edition | 3.25.14
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Texting and driving proves to be a deadly habit in Utah
Distracted driving was one of the top five deadliest driving habits in Utah in 2013. Texting while driving is a particularly distracting habit, and is considered a Class C misdemeanor, according to Utah law.
Article plus infograph
The Universe | Print edition | 2.25.14
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Distracted driving was one of the top five deadliest driving habits in Utah in 2013. Texting while driving is a particularly distracting habit, and is considered a Class C misdemeanor, according to Utah law.
Article plus infograph
The Universe | Print edition | 2.25.14
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Student shares story of life with Stone Man Syndrome
A happy and successful BYU student shares her story of her life with FOP, a disease that causes the victim's muscles to transform into bone. She talks about how she has overcome this trial and used it as a force for good in her life and the lives of others.
Print (front page) and online | 2.25.14
A happy and successful BYU student shares her story of her life with FOP, a disease that causes the victim's muscles to transform into bone. She talks about how she has overcome this trial and used it as a force for good in her life and the lives of others.
Print (front page) and online | 2.25.14