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Camille Smith

Camille Smith is the story editor for the Deseret News’ Audience and Rapid Relevance teams. After starting her internship with the Deseret News, she was hired on as newsletter coordinator. In her free time, Smith can be found listening to the Harry Potter audiobooks and making delicious food.

University of Utah student Annie Condon writes a John Lennon quote in sidewalk chalk next to the John Lennon Imagine memorial in New York City.
Entertainment
Here’s how this University of Utah student took kindness to New York City
University of Utah student Annie Condon said she will often draw inspirational thoughts on the sidewalk around the University of Utah campus in between her classes. But this week was her first time expressing that passion while on a family vacation.
By Camille Smith
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Faith
Watch: Where do the Rome Italy Temple Christus and Twelve Apostles statues come from?
A Deseret News video explains where the original Christus and Twelve Apostles statues come from: Copenhagen, Denmark.
By Camille Smith
A view of the Rome Italy Temple Visitors' Center.
Faith
Watch: Join Elder Bednar and Elder Rasband for a virtual tour of the Rome Italy Temple
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints released a video on March 7 that gives viewers a virtual tour through the new Rome Italy Temple.
By Camille Smith
In this March 29, 2016 photo, Joanna Gaines, left, and Chip Gaines pose for a portrait in New York to promote their home improvement show, "Fixer Upper," on HGTV. (Photo by Brian Ach/Invision/AP)
Entertainment
‘Fixer Upper’ couple Chip and Joanna Gaines join royalty ranks after buying a castle worth $425,000
Chip and Joanna Gaines have turned their Waco paradise into a full-blown fairy tale, now complete with their own castle.
By Camille Smith
After much anticipation, Marvel has finally released the first trailer for "Avengers: Endgame."
Entertainment
Marvel won’t release any new movies for a year after ‘Avengers: Endgame,’ report says. Here’s what we know
According to ComicBook.com, “Deadpool” co-creator Robert Liefeld posted on Twitter about a Marvel movie drought for a year following the newest “Spider-Man” installment.
By Camille Smith
The rumors of the Jonas Brothers getting back together have been confirmed. The Jonas Brothers' new single drops March 1 at midnight.
Entertainment
The Jonas Brothers are officially reunited. Here’s when they drop their first single
Twitter has been “Burnin’ Up” over rumors of a potential Jonas Brothers reunion. And Thursday E! News confirmed the rumors on Twitter that the Jonas Brothers are in fact reuniting, finally.
By Camille Smith
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Utah
It’s been 90 years since Arches National Park was founded. Here’s how to get national park reservations
Information and tips regarding reservations to popular national park spots.
By Camille Smith
Judith Smith, a 56-year-old National Park Service employee, won $29.5 million in New Jersey's biggest Pick-6 lottery jackpot since May 2004. Smith was furloughed during the recent government shutdown. (Adobe Stock)
U.S. & World
This furloughed park ranger won $29.5 million in New Jersey lottery
Judith Smith, a 56-year-old National Park Service employee, cashed in a lottery ticket for $29.5 million.
By Camille Smith
A new study found the exact location of where Stonehenge's rocks come from — two quarries located 180 miles away.
U.S. & World
The Stonehenge mystery is solved, new study says. Here’s what we know
A study published in the archaeological journal Antiquity revealed the exact location where the famous rocks of Stonehenge come from — a millennia-year-old mystery.
By Camille Smith
It doesn't reveal much, but in December 2018, the world got a taste of what the new "Downton Abbey" film will look like thanks to the release of a new teaser.
Entertainment
What will the ‘Downton Abbey’ movie look like? Here are 6 photos to give you an idea
Entertainment Weekly posted photos of the new “Downton Abbey” movie.
By Camille Smith
Peacock, left, and host Nick Cannon in the “Five Masks No More” episode of "The Masked Singer," which aired Wednesday, Jan. 16.
Entertainment
Nick Cannon just called out Jimmy Fallon, Jimmy Kimmel and Sarah Silverman for blackface. Here’s what he said
Rapper and comedian Nick Cannon wished his Instagram followers a “happy BLACKFACE history month” and called out Jimmy Fallon, Jimmy Kimmel and Sarah Silverman for past blackface use.
By Camille Smith
Utah Department of Transportation crews clear U.S. 189 in Provo Canyon on Friday, Jan. 18, 2019, after UDOT triggered an avalanche in Slide Canyon on Thursday as part of avalanche control efforts. A 30-foot wall of snow slid across U.S. 189, and it is exp
Utah
The Washington Post just visited Provo. Here are its recommendations
The Washington Post travel reporter Andrea Sachs visited Provo. In addition to learning about the lifestyle and culture the city has to offer, Sachs visited places like Rockwell Ice Cream Co., the Soap Factory and Pioneer Book.
By Camille Smith
Alex Rodriguez, left, and Jennifer Lopez arrive at the 61st annual Grammy Awards at the Staples Center on Sunday, Feb. 10, 2019, in Los Angeles. (Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP)
Entertainment
Here’s why Jennifer Lopez is fangirling over Joanna Gaines of ‘Fixer Upper’
Jennifer Lopez and Alex Rodriguez are celebrating their two-year anniversary this month. And this year, Rodriguez got Lopez a special surprise.
By Camille Smith
Utah Jazz legend Jeff Hornacek’s daughter Abby Hornacek joined FOX Nation as a travel and lifestyle host, making her debut on Feb. 3 during the Super Bowl halftime.
Entertainment
Q&A: Fox Nation host Abby Hornacek on Utah, the Jazz Bear and her biggest hero — her dad, Jeff
Utah Jazz legend Jeff Hornacek’s daughter Abby Hornacek joined Fox Nation as a travel and lifestyle host, according to a press release.
By Camille Smith
This is the sign outside a McDonald's restaurant in Pittsburgh Wednesday, July 18, 2018.(AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)
U.S. & World
McDonald’s has a new breakfast item. Get ready for a sugar rush
McDonald’s new breakfast item will debut on Feb. 20 and will only be available for purchase during breakfast hours.
By Camille Smith
Austin Water officials are crediting smelly water in Austin, Texas, to zebra mussels on a raw water pipeline located at the Ullrich Water Treatment Plant, according to the Statesman.
U.S. & World
Zebra mussels blamed for stinky water in Austin. Here’s what we know
Austin Water officials are crediting smelly water in Austin, Texas, to zebra mussels on a raw water pipeline located at the Ullrich Water Treatment Plant, according to the Statesman.
By Camille Smith
Composer John Williams, left, mingles with filmmaker Steven Spielberg on the red carpet at the 2016 AFI Life Achievement Award Gala Tribute to Williams at the Dolby Theatre on Thursday, June 9, 2016, in Los Angeles.
Entertainment
It’s John Williams’ birthday. Here are his most famous film scores
Celebrate John Williams’ birthday by reminiscing on his most famous film scores, including “Star Wars,” “Jaws” and “Harry Potter.”
By Camille Smith
This zoo will let you name a cockroach after your ex and then will feed it to a meerkat on Valentine's Day.
U.S. & World
This El Paso zoo will let you name a cockroach after your ex. Here’s how
Name a cockroach after your ex this Valentine’s Day and watch the El Paso Zoo feed it to a meerkat.
By Camille Smith
This Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2009 file photo shows toothpaste on a toothbrush in Marysville, Pa. A report released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Feb. 1, 2019, says too many young kids are using too much toothpaste which can cause too mu
U.S. & World
Is too much toothpaste unhealthy? Here’s what the CDC says
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) published findings on Feb. 1 that reveal using too much toothpaste can be damaging on tooth health for children and adolescents.
By Camille Smith
FILE- This combination of file photos shows Chris Pratt at the MTV Movie and TV Awards on June 16, 2018, in Santa Monica, Calif., left, and Katherine Schwarzenegger at Caruso's Palisades Village opening gala on Sept. 20, 2018, in Los Angeles, right. Pratt
Entertainment
Marvel star Chris Pratt was ‘nervous’ to ask for permission to marry Katherine Schwarzenegger. Here’s why
Chris Pratt said he was nervous to ask Arnold Schwarzenegger for permission to marry his daughter Katherine.
By Camille Smith
New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) celebrates after defeating the Kansas City Chiefs in the AFC Championship NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 20, 2019, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)
Entertainment
Super Bowl: random facts, food stats and how to watch
The Super Bowl LIII features the New England Patriots and Los Angeles Rams on Feb. 3 at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Here’s everything you need to know about tickets, food and how to watch the game.
By Camille Smith
"The Voice" — "Knockout Rounds" — Pictured: Hanna Eyre
Entertainment
Adam Levine, Maroon 5 to perform at Super Bowl LIII halftime show; here are 6 Utah connections
The Grammy Award-winning band Maroon 5 will join Big Boi and Travis Scott for the Super Bowl LIII halftime show on Feb. 5. Here are five ways Adam Levine and Maroon 5 are connected to Utah.
By Camille Smith
Chelsea Nelson, 11, checks out the job description at the new Salt Lake County Library branch at Junior Achievement City in Salt Lake City on Monday, Dec. 10, 2018. Salt Lake City Public Library selectors help manage library book waitlists for their patro
Entertainment
Still on the library waitlist for Tara Westover’s ‘Educated’? Here’s why
Utah libraries have systems in place to anticipate book trends and manage waitlists.
By Camille Smith
Guy Fieri hosts the South Beach Wine & Food Festival - Goya Foods' Grand Tasting Village KitchenAid Culinary Demonstration on 13th Street & Ocean Drive, Saturday, Feb. 25, 2017 in Miami Beach, Fla. (Photo by Michele Eve Sandberg/Invision/AP)
Entertainment
Hruska’s Kolaches appeared on ‘Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives.’ Here are other Utah restaurants featured on Guy Fieri’s show
“Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives” host Guy Fieri visited Salt Lake City to sink his teeth into a local family-owned bakery, Hruska’s Kolaches. But Hruska’s Kolaches isn’t the first Utah restaurant to be featured on the show.
By Camille Smith
A rocky Outcropping Along U.S. 93 Near Nothing, Arizona on April 10, 2009. Here's a list of nothing to do on National Nothing Day.
U.S. & World
Today is National Nothing Day. Here’s what that means
Here’s a list of nothing to do on National Nothing Day.
By Camille Smith
FILE - Copies of Bob Woodward's "Fear" are seen for sale at Costco, Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2018 in Arlington, Virginia.
U.S. & World
Bob Woodward announced as PEN Literary Service Award winner
Two-time Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter and current associate editor for The Washington Post Bob Woodward will receive the PEN Literary Service Award for 2019.
By Camille Smith
Michael Dimock serves as president of the Pew Research Center, a position he has held since October 2015.
U.S. & World
Who is Michael Dimock? Pew Research Center president will be part of Washington event discussing Watergate
Pew Research Center President Michael Dimock will join two-time Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter Bob Woodward and Elder D. Todd Christofferson, former law clerk for Judge John J. Sirica, for a Watergate event in Washington, D.C.
By Camille Smith
FILE - Journalist Bob Woodward sits at the head table during the White House Correspondents' Dinner in Washington, Saturday, April 29, 2017.
U.S. & World
A collection of Bob Woodward quotes on Watergate, reporting
Former Washington Post reporter-turned-author Bob Woodward has said many notable things regarding reporting and his involvement in Watergate.
By Camille Smith