Sports radio (and sports writing) has been a passion of mine since the 1980s and talk radio has quickly climbed the list of priorities for me as well. I've broadcast roughly 7,000 games over the last 30 years or so, figuring our a way to get paid for watching sports. In recent years, I've dived headfirst into local news and politics and found a true home on talk radio. Fortunately, I've been married to the best woman alive for more than 33 years and wouldn't trade a single minute of it.
Andy Griffin
Towing Tragedy Averted: Couple Saved In Heart-Stopping Gorge Incident
Back in 2021, Steve and Nicki Cunningham were towing their 30-foot travel trailer to Idaho Falls through the Malad Gorge when a huge gust of wind blew their Ford F-350 off the road. In a heartbeat, the Cunningham's truck flipped over the guard rail and went off the bridge.
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Southern California To Las Vegas Bullet Train: The Future Of Travel
Have you ever driven from Southern Utah to Southern California?
The trip through the Virgin River Gorge and on through Mesquite into Las Vegas isn't bad most of the time. But that leg from Vegas to Los Angeles or San Diego is brutal.
No, it's worse than that...
Exploring The Lavish Amenities Of Park City’s 253 White Pine Canyon Road Residence
If you have a spare $52 Million you can probably afford a house here in Utah's Dixie and another in the snow-inundated lands of Park City and Summit County.
KSL recently wrote a story about the most expensive house on the market here in the state of Utah. I scoffe...
Unveiling America’s Ice Cream Preferences: Cookies And Cream vs. Butter Pecan
Vanilla and chocolate are America's top two favorite ice cream flavors, and it's not even close.
But what is No. 3?
With a tad bit of controversy and a lot of cream and sugar the answer is Butter Pecan.
In Utah, that's not the case. Utahns love cookies-and-cream (or Oreo) ice cream more than any other with the exception of vanilla and chocolate...
Armormax Innovates: Utah Co. Features Lightweight Bulletproof Inserts For Students’ Backpacks
A Utah company is making bulletproof inserts for kids' backpacks.
Armormax Incorporated of Ogden has been making armored vehicles for foreign dignitaries and celebrities for years.
But owner/operator Mark Burton said he felt hopeless when watching breaking news of yet another school shooting...
Where’s The Justice? The Horrible Impact Of DUI Repeat Offenders
Less than a year ago, John Brett Sartor, who caused the death of two young and vibrant human beings in St. George, was sentenced to 1-15 years in prison.
Sartor, who had a blood-alcohol content of .22 at the time of the accident 23 months ago, was sentenced to 1-15 years in prison (two counts), which means he very well could be out of jail by St...
Unveiling The Dual Face Of Washington County: Tourism vs. Child Poverty
There's no doubt St. George and Washington County are established on a national and even international stage as an excellent tourist destination, fitness mecca and fairly prosperous town of caring citizens.
All that is true. But Washington County is also home to another element, a sad and dark side that many leaders and owners of 4,000-square foot homes don't want to talk about.
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The Rise Of The French Bulldog: America’s Top Pooch
It wasn't a fluke.
For 31 years, the Labrador Retriever was the most popular dog in America and Utah was happy to play along with the lovable and goofy pet.
But for the second straight year, the Lab will have to take a back seat to America's new champion, the French Bulldog:.
"F...
Saving Lives On Utah Roads: The Impact Of Excessive Speeding
We spend a lot of time talking about and rallying for a cure for diabetes, cancer, Alzheimer's and even Covid-19 -- and rightfully so as those are all among the top 10 killers in the state of Utah.
But one completely preventable way of dying in our state is within our grasp right now...
Say Goodbye To Knee Pain: Embracing Total Knee Replacement Surgery
I've had several friends who have total knee replacement surgery (guess that means I'm officially old, haha).
The truth of the matter is that our bodies have parts that wear out. And as Americans live longer and longer, it's becoming less acceptable to "just live with the pain...