Arianne Brown
Utah teacher in running for 'America's Favorite Teacher'
Arianne Brown for KSL.com | Posted April 25 - 10:03 a.m.
A Utah man is steps away from becoming "America's Favorite Teacher," as the nationwide contest narrows down its top five this week. Cole Wilkes, of Foxboro Elementary, is in first place for the Reader's Digest contest that will award him $25,000 and a trip to Hawaii should he win.
'Wheelchair Dad' reveals completed bedroom remodel on birthday
Arianne Brown for KSL.com | Posted April 22 - 8:03 a.m.
A paralyzed father of six has taken it upon himself to design and remodel his daughters' bedroom. On his 47th birthday Sunday, he revealed the finished project.
Have You Seen This? Utah couple recreates Taylor Swift album covers ahead of release
Arianne Brown for KSL.com | Posted April 18 - 3:29 p.m.
Taylor Swift's new album comes out Friday, and one Utah couple is going all out to show the world they are the ultimate Swifties.
Utah mother of 4, special educator realizes dream of joining Army National Guard
Arianne Brown for KSL.com | Posted April 9 - 6:16 a.m.
Jennifer Hughes recently joined the Utah Army National Guard, after years of thinking her time had passed.
Utah man with cerebral palsy wants all-terrain wheelchair option at state, national parks
Arianne Brown for KSL.com | Posted April 1 - 8:07 a.m.
Sam Durst has cerebral palsy and was introduced to the Extreme Motus all-terrain wheelchair, making it possible for him to hike Arches National Park with his family.
Teen with Down syndrome gets adopted, meets Utah girl who helped make it possible
Arianne Brown for KSL.com | Posted March 21 - 12:00 p.m.
Ten years ago, Utahn Brooklyn McKenzie donated her Disneyland money to help a boy with Down syndrome in South America get adopted. They recently met after the boy was finally adopted.
American Fork man with months to live earns surprise college degree
Arianne Brown for KSL.com | Posted March 17 - 7:23 a.m.
As Tanner Martin entered his front room on Feb. 16, there stood four of his UVU professors with confetti in hand and his diploma. Martin has stage 4 colon cancer, and has been given just months to live.
Father fights for life after cancer diagnosis, advocates for genetic testing
Arianne Brown for KSL.com | Posted March 10 - 9:04 p.m.
A Clearfield man was given a fatal cancer diagnosis nearly a year ago — though, he's been able to stave off death due to treatment for a rare disease discovered earlier by genetic testing.
Women who have lost their own babies create unique clothing for the babies of grieving parents
Arianne Brown for KSL.com | Posted Feb. 24 - 4:07 p.m.
Ashley Hone and Michaun Torgersen have both experienced infant loss and have used those experiences to help other parents in the grieving process.
Triplet spends birthday in hospital, while parents fear the worst
Arianne Brown for KSL.com | Posted Feb. 18 - 9:04 p.m.
Maverick, who is the youngest of Utah triplets, was born with a rare autoimmune disease that weakened his immune system, and he spent his first birthday in the hospital, fighting for his life.
Farmington woman dies 1 day after cancer diagnosis, leaves behind husband and twin daughters
Arianne Brown for KSL.com | Posted Jan. 29 - 9:58 a.m.
LayCee Barnett had just learned she was expecting another child. Days later, she got news that would shake her world and then immediately take her from it.
Utah man with stage 4 cancer keeps monthly marathon streak alive
Arianne Brown for KSL.com | Posted Jan. 29 - 8:05 a.m.
John Bozung recently finished last place at the Walt Disney World Marathon. It was his 533rd marathon, and put him one step closer to 30 years of running a marathon every month.
Utah father from viral TikTok video gets a 2nd Christmas miracle
Arianne Brown for KSL.com | Posted Dec. 26 - 10:45 p.m.
Dan Kotter posted a video showing how he, a paralyzed man, built a bedroom for his youngest daughters. The video went viral. Ten days later, Kotter was hospitalized and fighting for his life.
Spanish Fork man realizes childhood dream of becoming Santa
Arianne Brown for KSL.com | Posted Dec. 23 - 7:05 p.m.
Spencer Evans was a December baby and, ever since he was a child, he always dreamed of becoming Santa. At the age of 44, he is finally realizing that dream — real white beard and all.
Cedar City woman donates socks to local shelters in memory of husband who loved socks
Arianne Brown for KSL.com | Posted Dec. 22 - 7:00 p.m.
Mindy Savage has collected socks for local shelters for the past eight years, in memory of her husband Trevor Savage, who died unexpectedly in 2016.
Family remembers single mom lost in fatal car accident as 'unapologetically herself'
Arianne Brown for KSL.com | Posted Dec. 11 - 1:34 p.m.
On Dec. 3, three boys lost their mom in a car accident in Bear Lake County, Idaho, and family members are remembering her as an "amazing mom" who was "unapologetically herself."
Security cameras capture runner being followed in terrifying ordeal
Arianne Brown for KSL.com | Posted Nov. 27 - 7:57 a.m.
A St. George woman was out for a run when she found herself being followed. The ordeal was caught on security cameras.
Man who survived brush with death gives others Thanksgiving feast
Arianne Brown for KSL.com | Posted Nov. 19 - 12:04 p.m.
Ian Pizarro experienced a rare medical condition that almost took his life. After being able to spend Thanksgiving with his family, the Kaysville man decided to give Thanksgiving meals to families in need.
Have You Seen This? Mom sings amazing rendition of national anthem
Arianne Brown for KSL.com | Posted Nov. 18 - 1:24 p.m.
Melissa Lambson sang a rousing rendition of the national anthem at her daughter's high school volleyball game, leaving an entire crowd cheering (and three kids in silent awe). Watch this video of amazing talent in our very own backyard.
Roy man given 2nd chance at life makes another run for City Council
Arianne Brown for KSL.com | Posted Oct. 23 - 7:23 a.m.
Bryon Saxton experienced a life-threatening neurological setback earlier this year — now, he's making good on a promise he made to himself if his health improved. He is running for a seat on the Roy City Council.
Have You Seen This? Suitcase has an itinerary of its own
Arianne Brown for KSL.com | Posted Sept. 23 - 2:50 p.m.
Have you ever gotten ready to leave on vacation, and can't find a certain piece of luggage that you swear you packed?
Community rallies around couple dedicated to serving children with special needs
Arianne Brown for KSL.com | Posted Aug. 1 - 6:20 a.m.
Stephen and Stefani Ellison dedicated their lives to serving others. Now they're on the receiving end after a series of events left them unable to do many things that once defined them.
Utah painter/puzzle-maker Eric Dowdle gives back to communities 1 piece at a time
Arianne Brown for KSL.com | Posted July 24 - 7:16 a.m.
For over 30 years, painter and puzzle maker Eric Dowdle has been painting towns and cities all around the country. For the last several years, he has been teaming up with towns in Utah with a program that is designed to benefit each community.
Farmington purchases Old Rock Mill from decadeslong resident who hopes to preserve history
Arianne Brown for KSL.com | Posted July 10 - 8:05 a.m.
The Old Rock Mill in Farmington was recently purchased by the city in an effort to preserve its history and setting.
