Author Archives: Lydia Defranchi


About Lydia Defranchi

Reporter - Anchor BA Broadcast Journalism 2012

Hands-on Food

A growing desire for fresher living is driving many utahns to seek out local produce, and food-lovers of all ages are bringing the outdoors directly onto their table. Continue reading

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Latino Children in Foster Care

Utah Foster Care is always looking for new families to open their homes, and Lydia Defranchi explains how they’re especially looking for more Hispanic families to ease the transition for displaced Hispanic children. Continue reading

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Local businesses creating jobs

What do a pizza parlor and a sailing school have in common? Well for one, they’re both creating jobs in a tough economy. A recent Gallup poll shows Americans trust small and local business owners most to create jobs, and Lydia Defranchi tells us why so many people believe the answer to turning the economy around might just lie in your own hometown. Continue reading

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Steve Turley Resigns

In a last-minute twist right before Tuesday’s special city council meeting, Steve Turley resigned of his own accord. Continue reading

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Uninsured in Utah

In an economy that’s supposed to be on the mend, nearly fourteen percent of Utahns still don’t have health insurance. Continue reading

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