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Utah was the 45th state admitted to the union, on January 4, 1896. Approximately 88% of Utah's 2,500,000 people, known as "Utahns," live in an urban concentration with Salt Lake City as the center, known as the Wasatch Front. In contrast, vast expanses of the state are nearly uninhabited, making the population the sixth most urbanized in the U.S. The name "Utah" is derived from the Ute Indian language, meaning "people of the mountains". Utah is known for its geological diversity ranging from snowcapped mountains to well-watered river valleys to rugged, stony deserts. Meanwhile, Utah is also known for being one of the most religiously homogeneous states in the Union, with approximately 62% of its inhabitants claiming membership in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, which greatly influences Utahn culture and daily life.

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Local News for Southern Utah from thespectrum.com

Veterans cut ribbon

May 24, 2013 12:55 am

Lt. Gov. Greg Bell joined veterans and area legislative representatives to open the Southern Utah Veterans Home in Ivins during a ribbon-cutting ceremony Thursday that also heralded the coming Memoria...

Mourners remember Monson's wife

May 24, 2013 12:49 am

Hundreds of mourners gathered in Salt Lake City on Thursday to remember the quiet, steadfast wife of the Mormon Church's president.

Tornadoes: an unfortunate part of life in Midwest

May 23, 2013 11:25 pm

I'll have to admit that it's been interesting listening in on conversations the past few days since a huge tornado obliterated the city of Moore, Okla.

Congratulations, graduates!

May 23, 2013 8:51 am

Five high school graduations were hosted in the St. George area Wednesday, and Spectrum reporters, photographers and videographers were on hand to capture the moment.

Lafferty introduced to council

May 23, 2013 2:21 am

Gari Lafferty, newly elected chairwoman of the Paiute Indian Tribe of Utah, introduced herself to the Cedar City Council at Wednesday's meeting.

Teddy Bear Den encourages maternal care

May 23, 2013 12:16 am

Teddy bears graced tables and a closet filled with baby clothes and supplies displayed the rewards of good maternal care at Valley View Medical Center Wednesday afternoon during an open house to celeb...

Born to tinker

May 22, 2013 10:32 pm

When a need arises around his home or farm, 87-year-old St. George resident Sheldon Johnson creates a tool or device to make life easier for himself and his family.

Youth Volunteer Corps serves community

May 22, 2013 10:05 pm

Know a youngster who is too young to work ? but wouldn't mind building a reference for a future resume? Or, a youngster who could benefit from some experience in team building, leadership training and...

265 earn diplomas at Desert Hills

May 22, 2013 9:02 pm

Amid the loud cheering and clapping echoing throughout the Dixie State University Burns Arena, 265 Desert Hills High School seniors walked across the stage carrying their newly acquired high school di...

Utah Top News Stories from Deseretnews.com

Teen birth rate down, especially among Hispanic youths, CDC says

May 24, 2013 3:00 am

Teen birth rates in the United States fell to a record low in 2011, according to a new report from the CDC. ...

High school boys soccer: Lehi beats Bingham, captures 5A state title

May 24, 2013 2:00 am

Lehi scores a pair of second-half goals en route to winning the 5A boys soccer championship. ...

Steven Powell can't go back to his home, corrections officials say

May 24, 2013 12:00 am

Washington Department of Corrections has told Powell because of concerns, he cannot return to his old home. ...

LDS Church responds to Boy Scouts of America's policy vote

May 23, 2013 10:00 pm

The LDS Church released a statement responding to the Boy Scouts of America's vote on its membership policy. ...

Boy Scouts open membership to all boys, regardless of sexual orientation

May 23, 2013 10:00 pm

The Boy Scouts of America voted Thursday to open its membership to all boys, regardless of sexual orientation. ...

Sister Frances J. Monson's legacy of love celebrated during funeral services

May 23, 2013 7:00 pm

The life and legacy of Frances J. Monson was celebrated during funeral services Thursday. ...

'Hollywood goes to Mormon country': BYU animation program featured in NYT

May 23, 2013 4:00 pm

Two weeks ago, the BYU Center for Animation won the program's 12th Student Emmy in the past 10 years. ...

BYU basketball: Agustin Ambrosino leaves BYU basketball team

May 23, 2013 3:00 pm

The complexion of BYU's basketball roster changed again when the school confirmed Ambrosino is leaving. ...

Important dates that shaped Boy Scouts of America, other fun facts

May 23, 2013 6:00 am

The Boy Scouts of America may decide to change its membership standards policy today. ...

Letters to family show Steven Powell is still defiant behind bars

May 23, 2013 12:00 am

Newly released letters between Steven Powell and members of his family indicate Powell still has ill feelings. ...

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