Life + Culture

Springdale Destinations

Article and Photography by Janice Brooks “This is the place,” a well-known adage, often articulated by southern Utah residents during conversations about the pristine beauty of nature, gives pause. Many have experienced this soul-stirring feeling when spending time in Zion National Park and the City of Springdale. As daylight begins to linger a few minutes longer each day, spending time in nature, and with friends, renews us. Perhaps this month is the time to celebrate life close to Zion. For...

Arts + Culture

Embracing Old and New

St. George Art Museum celebrates traditional and contemporary art Article by Marianne Hamilton | Photography by Provided by St. George Art Museum and City of St. George The hunter green trim had to go. When Melissa Carter assumed the role of curator and manager of the St. George Art Museum, one of the first things she did was to request—“incessantly,” she recalls—that the exhibition areas of the venue be given a fresh coat of paint. Today, the pristine upper and lower galleries provide the...

Entertainment

A Conversation with Lyndy Butler

Lost in the glow of music and community Article and Photography by Asher Swan SGCL:  Before we dive into your latest album, can you tell us a little about yourself? LB: I’m Lyndy Butler, or Lyndy Rogers Butler. I grew up here in southern Utah, and my whole life has been rooted in this area. For a long time I thought I needed to leave to really know myself or grow, but I’ve come to appreciate all that Utah has to offer. Music has allowed me to travel and experience so much while still...

Food + Beverage

Divine Chocolate Pavlova

A chocolate pavlova with berries along with suggested Valentine's Day chocolate celebrations Article by Jackie Dodart | Photography by Jackie Dodart; Asher Swan; Dick Taylor Chocolate pavlova with strawberries or raspberries is a dessert masterpiece perfect for any special occasion. This elegant treat, inspired by chocolatier Dick Taylor, presents a crisp, melt-in-your-mouth meringue base with a touch of grated chocolate, topped with a rich and creamy chocolate mousse and adorned with...