Education

The Other Side of Rock Bottom

How David Durocher is Changing Lives in Millcreek and Beyond Article by Valerie Bianculli | Photography by Provided By the time David Durocher was 38, he had been to prison four times and was facing a 22-year sentence. His life had followed a path paved with addiction, crime, and despair. But that path took an extraordinary turn—one that now allows him to help others rewrite their own stories at The Other Side Academy , a 2.5 year residential life skills and vocational training program based...

Shopping

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The Eco-Friendly Gear Fueling Utah’s Endurance Athletes Article by Larry Upton | Photography by Provided by bambū werx Utah-based bambū werx is redefining performance and sustainability for endurance athletes with its line of eco-friendly apparel. Specializing in bamboo-based socks, hats, headbands, and beanies, the company is committed to both environmental responsibility and high-performance design. Every product is crafted using a proprietary blend of bamboo and recycled nylon, resulting in...

Wellness

The Masculinity Crisis Is Real

So Is the Solution Article by Blake Hunt Last year, I worked at one of the top treatment centers for young men in the country. These guys came from all walks of life—different cities, races, religions, and upbringings. On the surface, they seemed to have it together: athletic, sharp, confident, “masculine.” But behind closed doors, I saw the truth. They were lost. Lonely. Isolated. Terrified of not measuring up. It hit me: we’re in a masculinity crisis—but not in the way most people talk...

Sports + Recreation

A Vertical Victory

Sam Watson’s Climb to the Top Article by Valerie Bianculli | Photography by Provided At just 18 years old, Sam Watson stood on the podium in Paris, a bronze medal draped around his neck and the weight of a record-breaking performance behind him. The crowd cheered, but in Watson’s mind, the moment was more than a celebration—it was the culmination of years of planning, relentless training, and a dream that took root when he was barely old enough to ride a bike. Watson broke the world speed...