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Sybrina Fulton, Trayvon Martin’s mother, spoke about racial profiling in Jan. 16, 2014 in Salt Lake City, as part of the celebration of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

Sybrina Fulton: Injustices and racial profiling are still alive in America

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As part of the celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. at the University of Utah, Sybrina Fulton, mother of Trayvon Martin, speaks about racial profiling in today's society.
Working in the garden

Program helps students save money and contribute to the community

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Transition Lab offers an alternative to the regular college education by teaching participants how to grow food, how to take those skills and trade them for necessities such as housing.
Gift box

6 holiday gifts for a happier wallet

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If you don't have a lot of money to spend on gifts, here are a few ideas to help you spread the joy.
Marcie Cancio sits next to Talithia Williams

SLCC assistant professor receives national advisor award

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Marcie Young Cancio, an assistant professor of communication, recently received the Honor Roll Advisor award from the College Media Association.
Banner reads "Remember Harvey Milk"

SLCC students gather to remember Harvey Milk

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Salt Lake Community College students gathered on 9th and 9th in Salt Lake City for the third annual Harvey Milk Vigil and Remembrance event on Nov. 27.
2 dogs at a dog park

Another Wacky Wednesday: Mutt’s Day

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July 31 is a day to celebrate man’s best friend by exploring any one of Salt Lake’s off-leash dog parks.
Inversion in Salt Lake Valley

Poor air quality means poor health for Utahns

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The weather inversions that plague the Salt Lake Valley trap pollution that is harmful to residents.
The Stonewall Inn neon sign

Remembering Stonewall

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The Stonewall riots, which started June 28, 1969, effectively launched the gay rights movement.

The cultural shift of tattoos

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With a recent evening at a local coffee shop, one can't help but notice how many people are willing to show their creative works...
A view of two mountains coming together to create a canyon where thick pollution hangs in the air over Salt Lake City

Worst air in the world: How SLCC students and staff feel about SLC’s air...

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SLCC students and staff discuss air quality issues that plague Salt Lake City.

Utah entrepreneur Stidham is MMA pioneer

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The numbers don't lie. The sport of Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) has experienced a recent popularity explosion in America. According to MMAfacts.com, monthly TV...
Roxy (on left) and Natasha Klein

‘Twilite Cabaret’ charity event aims to help homeless youth

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Salt Lake City’s first “Twilite Cabaret” variety show will debut at South City Campus’s Grand Theatre on June 29, 2013 at 7:30 p.m. The...