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The Daily Utah Chronicle

The University of Utah's Independent Student Voice

The Daily Utah Chronicle

The University of Utah's Independent Student Voice

The Daily Utah Chronicle

Opinion

Campers should be aware of CO poisoning

By By Jeffrey Jenkins January 14, 2009

An average of 30 individuals each year die from carbon monoxide exposure stemming from the use of camping lanterns, portable heaters and stoves, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. A typical scenario goes as follows:

U should provide more crime prevention

By By Eric Evans January 14, 2009

As more attention is given to potential prevention tools, the department will have no choice but to understand the need we have for security awareness.

UTA tap system flawed

January 14, 2009

If UTA wants tap on, tap off to work, it needs to streamline the system so it isn't a burden to riders. Installing more scanners so riders don't have to wait in crowded lines would be a good start. Better yet, why not gather information the old-fashioned way with a survey?

Children need protection from contaminated areas

January 13, 2009

Please step up and protect our communities and children from being exposed needlessly to toxic sites. Pass strong and comprehensive school siting laws today.

Homeless programs still need funding

By By Spencer Merrick January 13, 2009

There are a number of ways to help, and not just discuss, homelessness8212;most involve donating time, money, or clothes and food to a nearby shelter. But you could also get to know a homeless person or family.

Here’s to you, Heather

By By James Sewell January 13, 2009

Instead of looking for ways to increase your material well-being or your standing among the shallow, vain hipster set, look for ways to enrich yourself spiritually by helping someone else out, traveling the world and finding ways to appreciate the kind of beauty that money can't buy.

Sugar Bowl win good for MWC

January 12, 2009

What a great year for the Utes! You played well and showed the country you deserve all the respect in the world

FOX, Switzer disrespected Utah

January 12, 2009

"Alabama wouldn't even recruit any of the players on the Utah football team..." Switzer is an idiot and owes us all, but mostly the players, an apology.

Obama’s cabinet picks impressive

By By Casey Elliott January 12, 2009

Truthfully, we just have to hope that these new appointments are able to turn things around for the United States. Rome wasn't built in a day, and the Bush administration's failings will be just as difficult to repair.

Don’t be fooled by promises made on infomercials

By By Liz Carlston January 12, 2009

The best advice is, before you buy, make sure you do your research online and see what other consumers report about their experience with infomercial products.