Gary R. Herbert

Attending Pamela Atkinson’s funeral today was a deeply moving experience. Jeanette and I were honored to join all who loved this mighty woman of faith. Her legacy as a champion for Utah’s vulnerable will continue to shape our great state for generations to come.

I’m honored to narrate Aaron Copland’s Lincoln Portrait with the Utah Valley Symphony as we celebrate the 250th anniversary of America’s founding.
Join me Thursday, Oct. 22, at 7:30 PM at the Covey Center in Provo.
🎟️ Tickets: utahvalleysymphony.org/portraits-of-a…

Utah has lost a remarkable servant and I have lost a dear friend. Pamela Atkinson was my special assistant, a tireless champion for those experiencing poverty and homelessness, and a bridge-builder among people of all faiths, the Legislature, and communities across our state.

Over many years, I had the privilege of working with Bishop Keith B. McMullin. I admired how his faith was a key characteristic of his inspired leadership. He became a dear friend who inspired me. Our prayers are with his dear family and all who knew him. deseret.com/faith/2026/09/…

@LGHendersonUtah is right to defend her constitutional role as Utah’s elections leader. Elections are the responsibility of the states, and Utah conducts them with integrity. Lt. Gov. and her office are doing a terrific job protecting that tradition. deseret.com/politics/2026/…