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DEAR READERS Our past year together has been a momentous occasion containing growth, losses and everything in between. We have watched the opening of a temple and walked through its corridors with amazed eyes, cheered on high school teams, and have grieved as a community when tragedies struck. As staff of the Daily Herald, we consider it an honor and a privilege to stand on the front lines of our history and photograph this incredible place we call home. When you see photographs in the Daily Herald you do not witness the moments it took to obtain those frames. You never see us sitting on the floor laughing with our subjects and drinking hot chocolate until 1 a.m. as they glue sequins on jackets to prep for a pageant. You never see the hours we’ve danced with 6-year-old kids to “Let it Go” over and over again to develop bonds that help us cover something we otherwise wouldn’t have been able to. Nor do you see the times we have spent kneeling in prayer with sports teams before their games just to snap a photograph that we feel embraces the heart of Utah County. These things are not listed in our job description, but we do them because we believe in photojournalism and love representing our community. As photojournalists, we carry the stories we tell. It is why we work countless hours and drink way too much caffeine. At the end of the day, we believe a story is always worth telling. We hope that in some small or large way, it makes a difference; whether it is to the rest of the world, to our small community or simply to those we document. Thank you to all of the beautiful people who have opened their lives to us and allowed us to share their stories and their most intimate of moments. We hope you enjoy this collection of beautiful memories from the past year in Utah County. Cheers to 2016,
Sammy Jo Hester Photo Editor
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Dominic Valente
Isaac Hale
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Publisher Bob Williams Managing Editors Jordan Carroll Scott Tittrington Design David Revilla Photography Sammy Jo Hester Dominic Valente Isaac Hales Spenser Heaps Advertising Directors Craig Conover Heather Wolsey Contributors Sylvia Abbott Heather Marcus Morgan Bassett
Cover A Wasatch swimmer celebrates during heat 2 of the men’s 200 yard freestyle relay during the 4A Utah state swimming championships on Saturday, Feb. 13, 2016. By Dominic Valente
Index Photo The “Sundog Balloon” is taken down after its flight during the Freedom Festival Balloon Fest in Provo, Friday, July 1, 2016. By Sammy Jo Hester
INDEX 8 News 22 Portraits 30 Outdoors 40 Daily Herald’s Photo Contest 48 Sports 64 Entertainment 70 Features
NEWS
Jasen Tropf cheers before a rally for Donald Trump on Friday, March 18, 2016, at Infinity Event Center in Salt Lake City. By Sammy Jo Hester
NEWS
Mountain View High School stabbing Parents and family members pick up their children as officials respond to a mass stabbing at Mountain View High School on the morning of Tuesday, Nov. 15, 2016. Six people were injured after a student reportedly stabbed five classmates and then himself Tuesday morning at the school. The suspect was booked on suspicion of five attempted murder charges. All students were released from the hospitals in the following days. By Sammy Jo Hester
Utah County’s diverse cities make for compelling, important, and sometimes heartbreaking news. Working hard to get access beyond the superficial, the Daily Herald has covered local elections and national political rallies taking place in Utah, breaking news such as trench collapses and investigative stories like the procedures for helping sexual assault victims at BYU. From big stories like deadly algae issues in our lake, to breaking news like Mountain View High School’s mass stabbing and more, the Daily Herald’s staff supplies imagery that is both storytelling as well as aesthetically pleasing to the eye. Keeping individuals and institutions in our community aware and accountable is what we strive for, whether it is with the written word or the photograph. Take a look as we recap some of the most important news of the year through the lens of the Utah County perspective.
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Public meeting to explain changes in antibiotics laws to vets, livestock producers A worker known as Moises attaches cattle to a milking machine at a Springville dairy farm, Wednesday, July 27, 2016. Changes to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s Veterinary Feed Directive go into effect Jan. 1, 2017. Utah State University Extension and Intermountain Farmers (IFA) hosted a public meeting to help prepare livestock producers and veterinarians for the coming changes. By Sammy Jo Hester
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NEWS
One dead, one trapped in American Fork trench collapse American Fork police officer Diego Garcia consoles Marisela Gonzalez, the wife of the deceased worker according to a friend at the scene, as she sits nearby the scene of a trench collapse Friday, Sept. 30, 2016, located at 530 S. 860 E. in American Fork. One of the three construction workers involved in the incident died. Another trench collapse claimed the life of a construction worker in Saratoga Springs one week later. By Isaac Hale
BYU class of 2016 Brigham Young University students make their way to the graduation ceremony on Thursday, April 21, 2016, at the Marriott Center on the BYU campus in Provo. BYU continues to be the highest ranked college in Utah, according to rankings released by the U.S. News and World Report. According to the 2017 U.S. News Best College rankings, the university retains 99 percent of its first-year students and 80 percent of students end up graduating from BYU. By Dominic Valente
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NEWS
LDS Church leaders dedicate Provo City Center Temple Leaders of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints walk back to the entrance of the Provo City Center Temple after sealing the cornerstone during the temple’s dedication ceremony on Sunday, March 20, 2016 in Provo. From right are Elder Kent F. Richards, of the Quorum of the Seventy and executive director of the Temple Department, his wife Sister Marsha Richards and Elder Dallin H. Oaks, of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles. Before the dedication the new Provo City Center Temple had around 900,000 visitors for its open house. By Spenser Heaps
Ride along: Provo parking issues Myron Gebhardt, a Provo Parking Enforcement Officer, enters vehicle information into an app on his phone before issuing a parking ticket while a vehicle he just ticketed is reflected in his vehicle window Tuesday, Aug. 30, 2016, during a patrol in the area surrounding BYU’s campus in Provo. There are 10,000 more cars than parking spots around BYU’s campus, according to Sgt. Brian Taylor, a Provo Police Department spokesman. By Isaac Hale
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Protesters decry BYU Honor Code investigations for sexual assault survivors Brigham Young University Academic Vice President Brent W. Webb carries a box containing 60,000 signatures from an online petition delivered to him on Wednesday, April 20, 2016 at the university’s administration building in Provo. Protesters marched to the administration building to deliver a petition urging BYU not to launch Honor Code investigations against victims of sexual assault. In October, BYU announced it would adopt an amnesty clause. By Isaac Hale
Election night: Evan McMullin rally Michelle Allred, left, waves an American flag as she talks with Tim Heaton during an election night rally for independent presidential candidate Evan McMullin on Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2016, at The Depot in Salt Lake City. On election night, Utahns were anxious to see how McMullin, a BYU graduate, would fare in the presidential election. Though McMullin didn’t win Utah, he took 21 percent of the popular vote in the state. In Utah County, McMullin received 29 percent of the total vote, a higher percentage than any non-Republican presidential candidate in nearly 50 years. By Isaac Hale
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NEWS
Slain Utah officer recalled as loving, larger-than-life man People line the road as the funeral procession arrives for the interment service for Officer Douglas Scott Barney on Monday, Jan. 25, 2016 at the Orem City Cemetery. Barney, an 18-year veteran of the Unified Police Department, was fatally shot in the line of duty Jan. 17. Barney, 44, was shot and killed while responding to a traffic accident in the Salt Lake City area. He was killed while working overtime to pay for cancer treatments, a disease he had recently fought through. By Spenser Heaps
Area SWAT agencies train and compete in active shooter scenarios Andrew Smith secures a suspect with a riot shield as the rest of the Bountiful Metro SWAT Team secures the courtroom during an active-shooter scenario Thursday, Oct. 6, 2016 at the Fourth Judicial District Court in Provo. Over 200 law enforcement officers competed in the 2nd annual Mountain States SWAT Competition. By Isaac Hale
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NEWS
Iconic Provo smokestacks to be demolished Scott Bunker, of Provo, looks out from the top of the scaffolding surrounding the smokestacks on Wednesday, May 18, 2016. The Provo smokestacks, which have been an iconic section of the Provo skyline, were demolished Sunday, Aug. 21, 2016, changing the skyline of Provo forever. The smokestacks were the tallest structure in Provo, a title that was given to the Utah Valley Hospital building since the demolition. By Sammy Jo Hester
Ted Cruz, Carly Fiorina, Glenn Beck, Spencer Cox and Mike Lee appear at Provo rally Republican presidential candidate Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, speaks at a rally on Saturday, March 19, 2016 at Provo High School. Hundreds attended the rally for the presidential candidate who dropped out of the race after the Republican presidential primary. Cruz was the first candidate to announce his intentions to seek the office of the presidency in March of 2015. By Spenser Heaps
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NEWS
Timp Cave: Full of wonders Ranger Russ McKell, left, takes a tour inside Timpanogos Cave Friday, June 24, 2016 in American Fork Canyon. Because of the record high volume of tours in 2016, rangers put out notices to make sure that large groups would make reservations in advance for the ever-popular cave. This year, American Fork Canyon experienced many issues including the discovery of lead in the water following Tibble Fork dam rehabilitation. By Dominic Valente
Utahns hold vigil for Orlando Attendees listen to speakers during a vigil for the Orlando shooting victims at Memorial Park in Provo, Monday, June 13, 2016. At least 49 individuals lost their lives at a gay club in Orlando, Florida targeted by a shooter days prior. Over 200 people attended the event which featured speakers from local groups like PFLAG and Resilient Hope. By Sammy Jo Hester
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NEWS
Utah Lake closes due to toxic algae July brought a toxic algae bloom to Utah Lake, forcing officials to close the recreation area for deadly health reasons. A perfect storm of sun, warm weather and other conditions allowed the toxic algae to create a dangerous environment for families to swim in. Cyanobacteria levels remained high through August, limiting activity and business. By Dominic Valente
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Bernie Sanders hosts rally in Salt Lake City Bernie Sanders greets supporters after speaking at a rally on Friday, March 18, 2016 at This Is The Place Heritage Park in Salt Lake City. “The people of Utah can send a profound message and that is Utah is prepared to fight for a political revolution,” he said to a crowd of several thousand cheering him on at a Salt Lake City high school. Sanders said the state’s residents don’t appreciate personal political attacks that other candidates have lodged in their drive for the White House. By Spenser Heaps
Mountainlands Health Care offers services to homeless George Prophet lays down as Marie Pittman gives him a check up at Mountainlands Community Health Center on Wednesday, Feb. 3, 2016 in Provo. The health center treats things from mild coughs to pneumonia and provides medicine, vaccinations and testing to those in need, especially during the winter months when the homeless are most vulnerable. By Dominic Valente
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NEWS
Steve Money rides in on horseback Steve Money, of the Spanish Fork Fiesta Days Rodeo, rides into a Spanish Fork Council meeting as a fun surprise to announce the opening of the Fiesta Days rodeo. Money was a big figure in the rodeo scene in Utah County, and his presence was felt for years as he coordinated many events in the county. Money announced his retirement in 2016. By Dominic Valente
Dedication completes Seasons Memorial Park Cub Scouts keep the American Flag from touching the ground during the dedication of the Seasons Memorial Park in American Fork, Tuesday, June 14, 2016. The park itself represents three seasons of life: infant & child, midlife and late life. Due to the size of the flag being raised for the dedication, over 100 scouts helped in its erection. By Sammy Jo Hester
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PORTRAITS
Ora Hardy, a Springville resident, sits in her home on Thursday, August 18, 2016. Hardy, now a centenarian, was born on May 10, 1916 when World War I was in full swing. By Isaac Hale
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Shedding light on Evan McMullin Evan McMullin looks out over the city of Provo from the office of the Daily Herald on Thursday, Oct. 20, 2016. McMullin, alongside his running mate Mindy Finn, was on the Utah ticket to run for President of the United States and hoped his campaign would launch a platform for third party candidates to run against Democrats and Republicans as an alternative conservative option. By Sammy Jo Hester
With a diverse range of voices in our community comes a diverse range of faces. Young, old, tall short, big and small, Utah County’s population is both distinct and familiar. From business owners to politicians to sports stars and even your average Joe, Daily Herald photographers work to create lasting portraits of residents in hopes of illustrating the important stories of those who reside here. As the cliché goes, a picture is worth a thousand words, but we believe that a face is worth even more. Whether it’s the somber ambition of Evan McMullin’s presidential bid, or a volunteer like Lisa Willey who’s making a difference in her neighborhood, portraits are a vital part to our storytelling, and putting a face to a story is all but crucial. We love all the wrinkles, freckles, smiles and frowns of Utah County; read along as we visit our favorite portraits of the year.
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American Legion Post 72 dedicates time to honor veterans American Legion Post 72 bugle player Carl Furr poses for a portrait on Monday, March 7, 2016 in Orem. Post 72, which is based is Orem, celebrated its 68th birthday in March, and through the decades the group has seen veterans from nearly every American war, going back to World War I. By Dominic Valente
A family full of love Skylar Pardon, 3, is bathed by his mother Brittany at their Lehi home, Thursday, June 9, 2016. The two Pardon boys Trevor, 8, and Skylar, 3, are both on the autism spectrum. “Water is one of his favorite things,” said Brittany. “Once he hears the bath water he will come running.” By Sammy Jo Hester
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Fighting with heart Bradley Darrington wipes his face in his locker room after his loss to James Nakashima on Friday, Feb. 19, 2016, at the UCCU Center in Orem. Going into the fight, both held professional fighting records of 4 wins and 0 losses. Darrington had hoped the prize money would help him purchase an engagement ring for his longtime girlfriend. By Sammy Jo Hester
Hottest proffesors Jeff Hill, left, and Jim Brau pose for a portrait with their financial calculators Tuesday, Sept. 27, 2016 outside the N. Eldon Tanner Building on the campus of Brigham Young University in Provo. The duo took the top spots in the ratemyprofessors.com national Hottest Professors list, with Brau taking first and Hill taking second. By Isaac Hale
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Springville man carries on legacy of Utah’s first hat maker Chandler Scott poses for a photo on Tuesday, April 19, 2016 at his shop, Tatton Baird Hatters, in Springville. The company’s name is an amalgam of Scott’s middle name — Baird — and the last name of Utah’s first hat maker — John Charles Tatton. The company uses equipment and techniques Tatton used when he made hats in the 1860’s. “It’s not about the money at all because we’re not getting rich here by any means,” Scott said. “We’re just doing a very beautiful process of building something that you’d wear on a daily basis.” By Spenser Heaps
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Utah high school players intrumental in carrying on tradition Springville receiver Jansten Thorpe poses for a photo Saturday, Aug. 6, 2016 in Springville. The young receiver was an instrumental part in Springville’s 2016 state championship bid, despite their loss to East High School in the 2016 4A state championship game. By Dominic Valente
LaVell Legendary former BYU football head coach LaVell Edwards poses for a photo in his home. Edwards’ former player Kalani Sitake became the head football coach for BYU in 2016. He quickly learned the importance of keeping old traditions in the program, as well as introducing new ones in an ever-changing collegiate sports world where innovation is key. By Dominic Valente
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OUTDOORS
Timpanogos The sun sets on Mount Timpanogos in late fall of 2016. Timpanogos is one of the largest mountains in Utah County behind Mount Nebo, and often can be seen with a cascade of clouds hanging around its peak. This can make summiting the mountain difficult because of its unpredictable weather. By Dominic Valente
What makes Utah, and specifically Utah County, stand out among other landscapes in the country is its striking beauty. There is a reason why people travel from around the world to visit Utah. From its five stunning national parks to its lesser known recreational areas, we’re proud of Utah’s majesty. Capturing the beauty of the outdoors is a daunting feat, but our photographers have done their best this year to capture every season in all its glory. From Provo Canyon to Zion Canyon, our photographers climbed up high and crouched down low to capture various angles, light and moments that show Utah’s diverse landscape in all of its charm.
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Hiking Moab Moab is home to Arches National Park, an undeniably majestic park that features dozens if not hundreds of unique rock formations, dating back millions of years. Those visiting be warned, however, the hot temperatures in the summer can be misleading, and copious amounts of water are suggested to anyone visiting the park in the months of May through October. By Dominic Valente
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OUTDOORS
Chasing boulders in Joe’s Valley Rachael Elizabeth Hiltscher works on a V7-rated route named Planet of the Apes on the morning of Monday, April 18, 2016 in Joe’s Valley, bouldering area near the Joe’s Valley Reservoir in Utah. Joe’s Valley is considered one of the top-rated bouldering areas in the nation by bouldering aficionados. By Sammy Jo Hester
Climbing Provo Peak in wintertime Luke Franke pushes towards the last stretch of Provo Peak in the dead of February. Though cold conditions and heavy snow occurred in early 2016, that didn’t stop hikers from enjoying the outdoors in Utah County, even if it meant trudging through some waist-high snow to make it to the top. By Dominic Valente
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Sundance Weekly Summer Race Series Mountain bikers navigate a course set up by the Sundance Resort during the Sundance Weekly Race Series Wednesday, July 13, 2016 in Sundance. The races are meant for pros as well as newer riders and even kids, creating a friendly, safe and competitive environment. Sundance is home to not only its famous film festival (held in Park City), but also features dozens of recreational events, such as the weekly race series. Utah has a plethora of outdoor sports, and because of the storied weather and climate of the state, there’s something to do for everyone, all year round. The typical view of this mountainside is one of snow, with skiers and snowboarders gliding down its banks. By Dominic Valente
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Provo City Center Temple at sunset The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints’ Provo City Center Temple is seen at sunset on Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2015. After all but the outer walls of the previous temple burned down in 2010, this new temple was built in about five years and dedicated on March 20, 2016. By Spenser Heaps
Sightseeing Zion Weston Kenney pauses for a moment to enjoy the beauty of the Grotto Trail in Zion National Park on June 13, 2016. The Grotto Trail is one of the most popular trails in the park because it leads to the trailhead to Angels Landing, known earlier as the Temple of Aeolus, a 1,488-foot tall rock formation in Zion National Park in southern Utah. By Sammy Jo Hester
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Road to Arches The road to Arches National Park winds through the canyons in April. Bordered by the Colorado River in the southeast, it’s known as the site of more than 2,000 natural sandstone arches, such as the massive, red-hued Delicate Arch in the east. By Sammy Jo Hester
Campfire light After a long day of climbing, friends gather together alongside a fire in Joe’s Valley on Wednesday, April 18, 2016. The area reached temperatures in the mid-20’s during the night making the campfire the favorite spot of the evening. By Sammy Jo Hester
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Cooling off in Provo River Residents jump off of a bridge in Provo Canyon as part of a yearly tradition to bring in the summer and to beat the heat Wednesday, June 22, 2016, in Provo Canyon. Each year a group of people jump off the 15-foot bridge into the frigid Provo River waters to cool off. By Dominic Valente
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PHOTO CONTEST
PHOTO CONTEST
There is nothing like documenting your own backyard. While our staff photographers meet and photograph new people daily, our community members are documenting their own daily lives. From smartphones, to DSLRs to film cameras, photography is at the fingertips of the masses allowing everyone an opportunity to make great photographs. This year, we wanted to recognize some of those great photographs taken by our readers. With over 500 entries, here are the photographs our judges felt represented the heart of our readership.
JUDGES
Sammy Jo Hester Sammy Jo Hester is an internationally awardwining photographer and the current photo editor for the Daily Herald. She has spent her career working for the U.S. military as a civilian military photographer, photographing homicides in Flint, Michigan, and working in community newspapers from Virginia to Utah. Hester has received awards from Pictures of the Year International, the William Randolph Hearst Foundation, Best of Photojournalism and College Photographer of the Year, as well as many others.
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Mark Johnston Mark Johnston is a freelance photographer based in Salt Lake City, Utah. His work has appeared in publications statewide as well as USA Today, Newsweek, ABC News and Good Morning America. Clients have included brands like Tiffany and Co. and Cotopaxi Outdoor Gear as well as many others. He is recently known for his project: One World One Year where he and his wife traveled the world documenting the scenes and cultures they uncovered.
Jabin Botsford is currently a photojournalist with the Washington Post. He has also worked with news agencies such as The New York Times and the LA Times. He has received numerous awards and has been recognized by Pictures of the Year International, the William Randolph Hearst Foundation, Best of Photojournalism and College Photographer of the Year, as well as many others. His work has taken him from covering Donald Trump’s presidential campaign across the U.S. to protests in Baltimore and photographing glaciers in Iceland.
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Mark Philbrick Mark Philbrick recently retired from being the BYU university photographer after fulfilling 40 years in the role. During his time, he photographed countless LDS leaders, sports championships, wins, losses, and student life. He left a legacy that cannot be compared to and includes many national and international awards in photography. After 40 years in the business, Philbrick says that his favorite photo will be the one he shoots tomorrow.
PHOTO CONTEST
GRAND PRIZE RICK NYE Serenity Photographed on Utah Lake in late December. Although shot in color, the only apparent color is in the duck’s beaks. I followed them up and down the bank of the lake trying to get a shot where their heads were all above the water rather than diving for fish.
LIFE
1st PLACE CHRIS KOFOED Bronc riding The contest between man and beast plays out for the onlookers at the Eagle Mountain rodeo in 2016.
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ROBYN GILLESPIE
Last day of summer
3rd PLACE WILLIAM BRINTON Kernels of fun Mason, 9, and Madison Brinton, 7, have a lot of fun playing and burying each other in the corn box at Jaker’s Pumpkin Patch in Springville, Utah. Who knew corn could be such fun?
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PORTRAITS
1st PLACE
NATHAN IVIE Elk on my mind Nathan Ivie poses for a self-portrait.
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TREVOR CHRISTENSEN
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3rd PLACE TAYLOR STRAW Newborn talk
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SCENIC
1st PLACE SARA YOUNG Scatter Sunshine I always search for the rainbows with every storm. As long as there are rainbows, there is hope; there is inspiration; there is healing. This photograph represents the beauty that comes at the end of the storm, when we’re ragged, tired and contemplating giving up. Sometimes all we need is a little sunshine to encourage us, and through that light, we can create amazing things.
2nd PLACE RICK NYE
Winter Aspens Originally photographed in color along the Alpine Loop in late November, I converted the composition to B&W and did a bit of cropping to the image to create a simple nondescript pattern composition.
3rd PLACE MICHAEL MARINOS Mountain Goat This was taken on the backside of the Saddle on Mount Timpanogos. He was quite a friendly mountain goat and would let people get very close to him, probably looking for some food from nice hikers.
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SPORTS
Skyridge’s Blayden Togiai (34) waves the Skyridge flag during the first Skyridge football home game against Ridgeline High School Thursday, August 18, 2016, in Lehi. By Dominic Valente
SPORTS
Best seats in the house! Two BYU fans sit alone before fans filled the seats before a football game between Brigham Young University and Southern Utah University on Saturday, Nov. 12, 2016, at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo. By game time, BYU fans had filled the stadium to watch BYU defeat SUU 37-7 in their first daytime home game of the season. By Isaac Hale
Each year, the Daily Herald’s photographers bring you imagery from the sidelines from a plethora of sports. From BYU football to high school volleyball, our staffers weather rain or shine, sleet or snow, documenting Utah County and all of its riveting competition to give you the best views from the best games. The year 2016 brought a unique set of sports stories to Utah County, including watching new Brigham Young University head coach Kalani Sitake take over the reins of BYU football, heartbreak against rival Utah, and thrilling endings to all those close games we had at home in Provo. From the addition of more state championships trophies in high school trophy cases to the start of our newest high school, Skyridge, our photographers were there on the sidelines and in the locker rooms making sure your favorite teams were covered.
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How high they can fly BYU defensive back Dayan Lake (5) celebrates after an interception during a game between BYU and Toledo Friday, Sept. 30, 2016, at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo. In one of the many thrilling games the Cougars played in 2016, BYU outlasted the Rockets, 55-53, winning when kicker Rhett Almond hit a field goal as time expired. The first year of head coach Kalani Sitake brought much change to the program’s football team, and fans look forward to what the Cougars have in store for 2017. By Dominic Valente
SPORTS
Spanish Fork wins back-to-back state softball titles Spanish Fork players cheer together before the start of their high school softball game on Thursday May 26, 2016 at the Valley Softball Complex in Taylorsville. Spanish Fork defeated Maple Mountain, giving the Dons their secondstraight 4A state championship. By Sammy Jo Hester
Nowhere to hide Alta running back Tu’u Afu (39) is followed by Springville defenders in the end zone to avoid a safety during a 4A divisional semifinal game between Springville and Alta on Friday, Nov. 11, 2016 at Rice Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City. The Red Devils defeated the Hawks, 42-14, and advanced to the 4A title game. By Dominic Valente
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Go, go, go! Runners participate in the 4A and 5A girls cross country state final championship Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2016 in Sugarhouse. Each year hundreds of runners (as well as their friends, family and supporters) gather for one of the most epic cross country races in the state of Utah. By Dominic Valente
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4A state girls soccer championship: Timpview vs. East Timpview players celebrate around senior Mikayla Powell (28) as she hoists up the championship trophy after shutting out East 2-0 in the girls soccer state championship Friday, Oct. 21, 2016, at Rio Tinto Stadium in Sandy. The victory over the Leopards secured the first state title for Thunderbird girls soccer. By Isaac Hale
The sun sets on Alpine Rodeo Josh Hunter participates in the tie-down roping event during the Alpine Rodeo, Friday, Aug. 12, 2016, at the Lambert Park Rodeo Grounds in Alpine. The tie-down roping event is one of the fundamental events in the sport of rodeo. By Sammy Jo Hester
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Welcome, Coach BYU football head coach Kalani Sitake motions to the crowd during the men’s NCAA basketball game between Brigham Young University and Pepperdine on Saturday, Jan. 30, 2016, at the Marriott Center. This was one of Sitake’s first appearances after accepting the position of head coach of the BYU football team. By Sammy Jo Hester
Skyridge football’s historic first season Skyridge Braiden Wigington (1) laughs as players prepare just before taking the field for the first time in the new school’s history during the first Skyridge football home game against Ridgeline High School Thursday, Aug. 18, 2016, in Lehi. In their opening season the team went 6-5, giving them a winning record to build on. By Dominic Valente
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Takedown Benjamin Anderson, of Pleasant Grove, celebrates after winning his match during the 4A and 5A high school wrestling championships on Thursday, Feb. 11, 2016 in Orem. Anderson joined the ranks of state champions and with this win, Pleasant Grove won its sixth-straight 5A state championship. By Dominic Valente
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Just keep fighting Cougars forward Kalani Purcell (32) battles for the ball during a BYU women’s home basketball game against the University of San Diego on Thursday, Feb. 18, 2016, at the Marriott Center in Provo. By Dominic Valente
We’ve got spirit Timpanogos High School cheerleaders look into the sunlight as they pump up the crowd during a Timpanogos home football game against Payson Friday, Aug. 19, 2016, in Orem. The Timberwolves defeated the Lions, 39-0. By Dominic Valente
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Before the fight Bradley Darrington is lit by a video company for his interview and warm up shots before his fight on Friday, Feb. 19, 2016, at the UCCU Center in Orem. Going into the fight, both he and his opponent held professional fighting records of (4-0) setting the stage for a good match. By Sammy Jo Hester
Safe Lone Peak’s Keenan Kelshaw catches the ball as a Bingham player slides into second during the 5A baseball quarterfinals between Lone Peak and Bingham at Gates Field in Kearns on Tuesday, May 24, 2016. By Sammy Jo Hester
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Calm before the storm Timpview tackle Jacob Jefferies (74) waits for teammates to gather in the locker room for pre-game meetings with coaches before the football game Friday, Sept. 9, 2016, at Alta High School in Sandy. The Alta Hawks defeated Timpview 32-24, scoring 26 unanswered points in the second half of the game. Timpview’s season ended in a loss to East in the quarterfinals of the 4A state football tournament. By Isaac Hale
Reach for the sky Sean Faulkner, 15, of Park City, nears the finish of his route during the Prolo bouldering competition Saturday, Nov. 5, 2016, at Momentum Indoor Climbing in Lehi. Prolo, short for pros and locals, brought together climbers of all skill levels to the secondannual bouldering competition, including pros like nine-time national bouldering champion Alex Puccio. By Isaac Hale
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Throw it down, Corbin Brigham Young Cougars center Corbin Kaufusi (44) dunks the ball during the men’s NIT basketball game between Brigham Young University and Virginia Tech on Friday, March 18, 2016, at the Marriott Center in Provo. BYU defeated Virginia Tech, 80-77. By Sammy Jo Hester
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Members of various American Indian tribes from Utah, as well as Arizona and Colorado, gather to celebrate the annual Indigenous Day on Friday, Nov. 4, 2016, at Thanksgiving Point in Lehi. By Dominic Valente
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Viva la Coldplay Chris Martin of Coldplay dances as he sings amidst confetti as an entire “sky full of stars” was bottled up on Wednesday, Aug. 31, 2016, at Vivint Smart Home Arena in Salt Lake City. Coldplay exploded with color for the Salt Lake City stop of its “A Head Full of Dreams” international tour as band members played songs from their earlier days up to their newest album, A Head Full of Dreams. And to clear the air, for those who are sincerely curious, yes, for a time, it really was “all yellow.” By Isaac Hale
Utah’s rich culture breeds a vibrant arts scene, from delicious food at new restaurants to cutting edge music and a multitude of museum exhibits and performing arts. We’re proud of the stunning art that Utah creates. From the summer nights at the Provo Rooftop Series covering the Aquabats, to the local theater, performing arts such as Ballet West productions, and large-production concerts like Coldplay and Heart, we have a plethora of entertainment value here in the valley. As we revisit these stories of arts and entertainment, keep in mind that while art is an important commentary on our society, it should always be a priority to have fun on these outings.
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Until He reigns or cultural storm or winds of change Students perform with blue umbrellas during the Provo City Center Temple Cultural Celebration at the Marriott Center in Provo on Saturday, March 19, 2016. The youth cultural celebration entitled “To Give Unto Them Beauty for Ashes” honored the Provo City Center Temple which was dedicated on Sunday, March 20, 2016. By Sammy Jo Hester
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Magic woman Ann Wilson of Heart performs live at USANA Amphitheatre in Salt Lake City on Monday, Aug. 29, 2016. The band performed hit songs such as “What About Love?” and “Barracuda” during its time onstage. By Sammy Jo Hester
Hope springs eternal Students wait backstage before going on in front of thousands of spectators during the Annual Hope of America Student Showcase on Wednesday, May, 2016, at the Marriott Canter in Provo. The showcase has received national recognition and has been designed to be used in schools to promote patriotism for the United States and to teach kids about American and world history. By Dominic Valente
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Sundance fever Attendees of the 2016 Sundance Film Festival ride the free shuttle buses from station to station to get out of the snowfall on Saturday, Jan. 23, 2016. Memorable films from 2016’s festival included “The Lobster” and “Manchester by the Sea.” By Sammy Jo Hester
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The art of the Con Matt Raines, left, dressed as Captain America, poses with Jedd Hull, dressed as “Captain Spider” while Adam Berman takes their picture during the first day of Comic Con on Thursday, Sept. 1, 2016, at the Salt Palace Convention Center in Salt Lake City. Mark Hamill, who played Luke Skywalker in the Star Wars series, was one of the many stars who descended on Salt Lake City for this year’s Comic Con. By Isaac Hale
Shazam! The Aquabats perform during the Provo Rooftop Concert Series Friday, Aug. 5, 2016, in Provo. The Aquabats are an American rock band formed in Orange County, Calif. in 1994. Some of their songs include “Super Rad!” and “Fashion Zombies.” By Dominic Valente
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Dominick Lozano plays in a ball pit on Monday, March 14, 2016, at the Kids on the Move Autism Center in Orem. Children at the center begin their day with active play time, which helps regulate focus for the day. By Spenser Heaps
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Standby for women’s conference Women enter the The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints’ Conference Center in Salt Lake City for the 186th General Women’s Session on Saturday, Sept. 24, 2016. By Dominic Valente
Sometimes when you tell a story to a friend, and have trouble finding the right words to convey the feeling of that story, you simply say, “Oh, you had to be there.” In 2016, our staff sought after feature photographs that convey the subtle moments of life. While some genres of photography are clear-cut like news or entertainment, feature photographs tend to be a little broader. They are beautiful slices of life that stand alone and give you a broader sense of a story. Covering longform stories from veterans issues (such as our coverage of the American Legion Post 72) to those affected by autism, from our summer rodeo project to following along with UVU’s Roots Of Knowledge exhibit, our writers and photographers told the stories of Utah County residents in the year 2016.
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‘Treuly’ Spectacular Casey, left, and Kayci Treu practice during a dance lesson Wednesday, Nov. 9, 2016, at Strictly Ballroom in Orem. The duo met out of a mutual need for a dance partner, and eventually became romantically involved after many practices together and a first date. They married on March 26, 2014, about a year after their first date. Essentially a ballroom partnership is like a marriage in every form except the romance: there is money, scheduling, learning how to communicate, working through conflict, pursuing a common goal, said Kayci. “It’s a great preparation for marriage actually.” Casey and Kayci Treu have won several dance championships around Utah and far beyond while they’ve been dance partners. “When you walk into the ballroom, there’s a palpable energy,” explained Kayci. “Ballroom is like football in a way, there is lots of cheering. You give them energy and they give you energy back, and it’s this really neat reciprocal process.” In December they represented the U.S. at the Paris Worlds Dance Championships in France. The Treus also plan to pursue a professional life in dancing upon graduation from BYU in the Spring of 2017. “The most beautiful thing about ballroom to me is the fact that it takes two people working together for a common goal,” described Kayci. “It takes a man and a woman in ballroom to together make something more whole and complete. It’s not that I’m doing 50 percent of the work or he’s doing 50 percent. We’re each doing 100 percent of our own role, and together it makes something even more beautiful.” By Isaac Hale
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Shooting for the moon Zander Oyrall and his brother Zack Oyrall watch television in the evening after school on Monday, Oct. 10, 2016, at his home in Payson. Zack helps care for his brother Zander who has Down’s syndrome, and along with the rest of the Oryall family, helps Zander achieve his dreams. Zander also serves on his student council and enjoys being involved in his school. By Sammy Jo Hester
McBride’s brings families together in the briar patch Amber Thacker, 4, of Orem walks through the rows of raspberries on Monday, Aug. 29, 2016, at McBride’s Briar Patch in Mapleton. McBride’s is a local u-pick berry farm where customers can come pick raspberries and blackberries. The farm also grows flowers, peaches, pears and apples. By Sammy Jo Hester
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Provo Pride creates safe space for LGBT members of community Rose Manchester sits backstage as she gets ready to perform Friday, Sept. 16, 2016, at City Limits Tavern in Provo. Manchester won the Righteous Miss Provo Pageant, an event that pits drag queens from across the county to compete in a beauty pageant. By Dominic Valente
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Silhouettes of the 186th Annual General Conference Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Later-day Saints are silhouetted against the Salt Lake Temple during the Saturday morning session of the 186th Annual General Conference at the LDS Conference Center on Saturday, April 2, 2016 in Salt Lake City. Every six months, the LDS Church congregates in Salt Lake City for the biggest gathering of its faith. This year the talks included discussions on temples and refugees. “We need the temple more than anything else,” Kent F. Richards explained during his talk. Patrick Kearon spoke on the topic of refugees. “Being a refugee does not define them, but our response will define us.” By Dominic Valente
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Pony Express Elementary PTA awarded after working to return art program Peyton Smith, 6, of Eagle Mountain, relaxes on her pillow as she watches “Horton Hears a Who!� after a celebration in honor of the school becoming a National PTA School of Excellence on Monday, Oct. 10, 2016. The school received the award upon reviving its arts program after losing it seven years ago. Less than 200 schools in the country have received this PTA award in 2016, and Pony Express Elementary was the only school in Utah to receive it. By Isaac Hale
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Lehi’s annual Night at the Museum Meghan Zundel and Zane Muhlestein play indigenous instruments as part of an exhibit during the Night at the Museum event at the Hutchings Museum in Lehi on Friday, March 11, 2016. The event featured reenactments from different time periods as well as live animal exhibits. By Sammy Jo Hester
Special Olympics held at Provo Peaks Clayton Stringham greets the mascots during the Special Olympics at Provo Peaks Elementary on Friday, May 13, 2016. Professional and collegiate mascots were in attendance for the event. By Sammy Jo Hester
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96th annual Pleasant Grove Strawberry Days Festival A rider looks into the dying light during the 96th Pleasant Grove Strawberry Days Rodeo Wednesday, June 15, 2016, in Pleasant Grove. The rodeo has been going on for 95 years and has included events such as bull riding, steer wrestling, mutton busting and bareback riding. By Dominic Valente
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Equestrian vaulting practice Students warm up before getting on horseback during the Technique Equestrian Vaulting Club practice on Thursday, May 12, 2016, at the Coyote Creek Equestrian Center. By Sammy Jo Hester
Santaquin opens Orchard Days with Little Buck-A-Roo Rodeo After falling off his sheep, a young boy is consoled during the Little Buck-A-Roo Rodeo on Saturday, July 30, 2016, in Santaquin. Hundreds of spectators watched as children competed mutton busting, goat tying and mini bulls. By Sammy Jo Hester
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BYU students finalists in Mars rover contest Lily Homer stands in front of the rover as it is tested on Saturday, April 9, 2016, in Rock Canyon. The BYU students have made it into the top 30 for a contest to design a Mars rover. A team of more than a dozen students have been meeting for more than 10 hours a week since August 2015 to build it. By Sammy Jo Hester
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