Christopher Samuels - Profile and Journalist Details

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Biography

Christopher is the Digital Engagement Editor of the Park Record since August 2018. He leads the digital coverage for the paper along with managing social media and video. Before his time at the Record, he was the communications director for the Tempe Chamber of Commerce in Arizona, a staff photographer at the Deseret News and the photo editor for the Daily Utah Chronicle. Growing up in New Jersey, he is an alumnus of the University of Utah with a B.A. in communications. He lives in Salt Lake City with his wife, Katie.

Content

Total articles 110

• For The Record: How should resort towns like Park City combat climate change?

  By Christopher Samuels| Park Record Verified Opinion | July 30, 2019 Composite image. Christopher Samuels/Park RecordEach week, The Park Record asks residents and visitors to weigh in on a topic of interest. Next week, the mayors of Park City, Heber City and Midway will hold a town hall focused on climate change and air quality Wednesday, July 31. The meeting, organized by the Citizen’s Climate Lobby, will be an opportunity for cities across the Wasatch Back to collaborate on environmental policies in a public setting.

  By Christopher Samuels · Park Record

  Jul. 30, 2019

• Photos: Park City’ Best winners

  By Christopher Samuels| Park Record Verified Guests mingle at the Park City’s Best awards reception at DoubleTree Suites by Hilton, Monday, July 29, 2019. Christopher Samuels/Park RecordGuests mingle at the Park City’s Best awards reception at DoubleTree by Hilton, Monday, July 29, 2019. Christopher Samuels/Park RecordGuests mingle at the Park City’s Best awards reception at DoubleTree by Hilton, Monday, July 29, 2019.

  By Christopher Samuels · Park Record

  Jul. 30, 2019

• For The Record: Should the United States return astronauts to the moon?

  By Christopher Samuels| Park Record Verified Each week, The Park Record asks residents and visitors to weigh in on a topic of interest. This week, the United States and the broader space community are celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 mission, which brought American astronauts Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin to the lunar surface for the first time in history. Fifty years after that first landing, the Trump administration and NASA want to return to the moon by 2024.

  By Christopher Samuels · Park Record

  Jul. 19, 2019

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The Salt Lake Tribune

The Salt Lake Tribune is Utah's largest daily newspaper, founded in 1871. It began as an alternative voice to the prevailing political and economic policies of the time, particularly those of the Mormon Church. Over the years, it has evolved into a leading source of news, focusing on accountability journalism and investigative reporting. The Tribune offers comprehensive news coverage on various topics, including air quality, cultural trends, sports, and political analysis. It is recognized for its commitment to transparency and community engagement, especially after transitioning to a nonprofit model in 2019. This shift allows the newspaper to emphasize local perspectives and give voice to underrepresented groups. The Salt Lake Tribune aims to be an essential community resource, providing trusted news and information to the people of Utah.