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Biography

Tad Walch covers the LDS Church and the Church Education System, including BYU, BYU-Idaho and BYU-Hawaii. Tad has worked for the Deseret News for 10 years, serving as the Enterprise Team Editor, the City Editor and the Utah County Bureau Chief. Tad studied journalism at BYU, where he twice served as editor of the Daily Universe. He was a co-founder of Cougar Sports Magazine and served co-editor from 1993-1997. He worked as a sports reporter, sports editor, Olympics reporter and courts reporte

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Total articles 2614

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  Federal judge dismisses another tithing lawsuit against the Church of Jesus Christ

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  Apr. 17, 2025

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  Seeking Easter inspiration? Scroll this list of moving music for a piece that speaks to you

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  Apr. 17, 2025

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  Apostle dedicates stunning new BYU Music Building

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  Apr. 16, 2025

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Company Info

Deseret News

Deseret News is a historic newspaper based in Utah, first published on June 15, 1850. It is the first newspaper in the state and is owned by the Deseret News Publishing Company, a subsidiary of Deseret Management Corporation, which is affiliated with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The name "Deseret" reflects the area identified by Utah's pioneer settlers. The newspaper offers a Local Edition published twice weekly and a National Edition available weekly, focusing on themes of family, faith, and education. Deseret News also has a strong digital presence, including a website and mobile apps for iOS and Android. In addition, it publishes Deseret Magazine, which features essays on culture and politics, and other publications like Church News. The Deseret News serves a diverse audience interested in news and values, particularly within the LDS community and Utah residents.