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...

Arts + Culture

Romance of the Snow Geese

The annual Snow Goose Festival in Delta is an enticing winter getaway for bird lovers Article and Photography by Karen Lund Larsen My adventure began last February when I bundled up in layers of warm clothes, packed my camera, telephoto lens and a folding chair, and drove north to Delta with several photographer friends. Our destination was the annual Snow Goose Festival. The chance to observe and photograph thousands of these majestic avians up close was enough to coax me out of my warm home...

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...

Health + Wellness

Joy in the Rejuvenation

Serenity and science unite at the Spa at Cable Mountain Lodge Article and Photography by Asher J. Swan Tucked against the majestic backdrop of Zion National Park, the Spa at Cable Mountain Lodge offers a sanctuary where luxury and nature meet. Led by Eric Jensen, Director of Spa and Wellness, the spa has become a haven for rejuvenation, combining cutting-edge therapies with the restorative energy of Zion Canyon. “The idea was to create a space that harmonized with the natural beauty of Zion,”...

Health + Wellness

Bridle Up Hope: St. George

Inspiring confidence and resilience in girls and women Article by Corinne Clayton | Photography by Skye Amanda In 2023, with a strong desire to help girls and women in need and make a difference, Corinne Clayton established Bridle Up Hope: St George—the first southern Utah location under the Bridle Up Hope nonprofit foundation, which started as a neighborhood program and now features a global reach.   A riding instructor for many years, Corinne was drawn to the Bridle Up Hope program in part...

Health + Wellness

Musings on Books for a New Year

For life-long learning, reading teaches, enriches and transforms Article by Janice Brooks | Photography by Nick Adams My best friend of 22 years, Lynn Davis and I always engage in our annual year-end ritual of reviewing and analyzing the events that have taken place over the course of the year. As usual, our conversations veer into lengthy discourses about living an artistic and socially engaged life. We ruminate on the great inner impulse we both share―to be responsible citizens by engaging...

Life + Culture

Into the Blue

TJ Meagher’s Facebook group is creating a “blue zone” in St. George Article by Marianne Hamilton | Photography by TJ Meagher When TJ Meagher moved to St. George in 2019, his life was at a proverbial crossroads. Eager to connect with his new community, TJ joined a couple of hiking groups and quickly became known as a leader and motivator. Then TJ happened on a documentary about “blue zones”—regions of the world where people purportedly live longer and healthier lives, often achieving...

Shopping

Editor's Recommendations for Holiday Shopping

Article by JJ Abernathy Mina Boutique Mina is an upsacle women's boutique in historic downtown St. George. Fine clothing business to casual, with golf and pickleball fashions recently added. From special occasions to casual wear, jewelry and accesories, discerning shoppers will find the perfect pieces at Mina. 173 N. Main St., St. George  Tel. 435.652.3622/ Visit theminaboutique.com Cosy House Cosy House is a home and lifestyle shop with fresh, current and clean aesthetic, specializing...