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'Cancer can affect anybody': Utah couple processes pancreatic cancer diagnosis
SARATOGA SPRINGS — For Chris and Aimee Tyler, 2023 started as a good year.
“We had just booked our first major family vacation,” Chris Tyler said. “Things were going great.
But then, their lives took a major turn.
“I started having some sporadic kind of pains in my abdomen area,” he said
At first, Chris Tyler shook it off as muscle cramps. But the pain only got worse.
“We went to the ER, and the CT scan came back, and I had a mass on my pancreas,” he said.
Chris and Aimee at their home, talking about their experience. (KSL TV)
In November, Chris Tyler was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, which, when diagnosed, carries a life expectancy of about three years.
“It’s very, very unusual and very humbling at the same time just to, you know, to realize how serious this is,” he said.
Chris Tyler says he is an active 46-year-old, lives a healthy lifestyle, and has no family history of pancreatic issues, so his doctors don’t know what caused it.
“I don’t know how long I have with him. And it’s terrifying,” said his wife, Aimee Tyler.
The Tyler family. (Courtesy; The Tyler Family)
“Cancer can come out of nowhere. The truth is that cancer can affect anybody,” said Dr. Mark Lewis, the director of Gastrointestinal Oncology at Intermountain Health. “There are other cancers that are far more common, but pancreas cancer is such a threat because it is so deadly.”
Lewis said though more research is being done, risk factors for pancreatic cancer include genetics and poor lifestyle choices. Things like heavy drinking and high-fat diets can put a lot of stress on your pancreas.
He said some warning signs of pancreatic cancer may be unexplained weight loss, jaundice, or changes in stool.
“This is a systemic illness, meaning one that almost always requires chemotherapy,” he said. “But it’s also a disease that’s only cured in the operating room.”
Chris Tyler does chemotherapy every two weeks and said the side effects have been taking a toll.
“It’s a hard way to live,” he said. “My maximum now for being able to kind of go out and enjoy things is a couple of hours, and then I’m either completely wiped out, or cancer pains start kicking in.”
Chris undergoing chemotherapy treatment at the hospital. (Courtesy: Chris Tyler)
The goal of his chemo is to shrink his cancer enough to be able to undergo surgery.
Lewis, a pancreatic cancer survivor himself, said he’s optimistic that more progress will be made in terms of treating this kind of cancer – including earlier detection.
“I think there’s very legitimate hope, more than there’s ever been before,” Lewis said.
It’s that hope that the couple clings on to that keeps them going.
“I can’t live without him,” Aimee Tyler said. “He’s my everything.”
“I’m fighting for every person in my family,” Chris Tyler added. “My wife, my kids, my parents, my in-laws. I just have such a great support structure. But you know, that makes it all worth it.”
Doctors recommend that you stay up to date with your general health screenings and know your hereditary risk. The Tyler family has a GoFundMe* to help pay for Chris’ medical expenses.
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Teens airlifted to Utah County hospitals after rollover of at least 50 yards | Gephardt Daily
UTAH COUNTY, May 11, 2026 (Gephardt Daily) — Two males, ages 14 and 19, were transported to area hospitals Sunday after the side-by-side they were riding rolled down the side of a mountain.
Utah County Sheriff deputies and Santaquin police responded to the 6:07 p.m. call. Two medical helicopters were called to the scene, in the Pole Canyon area, as was a Department of Public Safety helicopter with a hoist in case it was needed, Sgt. Austin Edwards, Utah County Sheriff‘s Office, told Gephardt Daily.
“Eventually, rescue workers were able to make it to the spot on the hill where the vehicle had come to rest, and they were able to secure the victims, stabilize the victims, and get them back down the hill again to where the helicopters were waiting,” Edwards said.
“The 19-year-old male was transported to Utah Valley Regional Medical Center in Provo, and the 14 year old was transported to Primary Children’s in Lehi.”
Both were said to have critical injuries, which were not considered to be life threatening, Edwards said.
“The cause of the rollover is still under investigation, so we don’t have that information available just yet.”
Photos: Utah County Sheriff
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Utah Jazz jump to #2 in the lottery, plus full results
In what has a chance to be one of the most important nights in Jazz history, the Utah Jazz jumped in the NBA Lottery to the #2 spot for the upcoming NBA draft.
Here are the final results, which show all the movement.
Aside from it being a massive night for the Wizards, Jazz, Grizzlies, and Bulls, it was a devastating night for a few teams, but no one more than the Indiana Pacers. The Pacers, in their trade for Ivica Zubac, had a stipulation on their pick that if the pick was top-4 they kept it. But if it fell below 4, they would give it to the Clippers which is exactly what happened. Now, the Clippers, who are without Zubac, find themselves with a #5 pick to build around.
For the Jazz this is a culmination of four years of rebuilding that ends with an extremely satisfying end. Utah will now have one of the tier-1 players from this draft: AJ Dybantsa or Darryn Peterson. The player Utah drafts will be one of their cornerstone pieces and will have the chance to not only play, but be a part of a team that will be competing for the playoffs this season.
The Utah Jazz now have a Sinister Six core: Darryn Peterson (If AJ Dybantsa goes #1), Keyonte George, Ace Bailey, Lauri Markkanen, Jaren Jackson Jr., and Walker Kessler (if he signs). It’s quite the core with a mix of youth and veterans in their prime. With this group, the Jazz will have a chance to be one of the top teams in the Western Conference. Yes, the Thunder and Spurs are going to be difficult to beat, but Utah has the mix of talent, coaching, and depth that could absolutely do the trick.
Now the Utah Jazz look forward to the NBA Draft that be on June 23rd. Let the posturing begin!!
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Provo’s new Boys & Girls clubhouse gives Utah youth more space to learn, grow and belong
PROVO — An organization that has been a beacon of hope for Utah children and families just got a big upgrade in Provo.
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Utah County on Friday held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for its newest facility, marking the start of a new chapter in providing support for those who need it the most.
The new Kent B. Nelson Clubhouse, 131 N. Olympic Blvd., replaces the organization’s former Provo clubhouse, which had been in operation for more than 50 years. Boys & Girls Clubs of Utah County leaders said they had outgrown the aging facility and needed a larger, more modern space to support more community members.
“This new clubhouse is more than a building — it’s a central place where we can coordinate programs, support our staff, and amplify our impact across the region,” said David Bayles, CEO of Boys & Girls Clubs of Utah County, in a statement.
The organization’s mission was something the late former Utah County Commissioner Tom Sakievich was passionate about. His wife Marji and daughter Emily Sakievich attended Friday’s grand opening ceremony just as if he would’ve wanted to.
“He loved this project, and it meant the world to him,” Emily Sakievich told KSL. “This was actually one of the last places he went before he passed. (He) and my mom stopped by to just see how progress was going; he would be so excited to see this come together.”
The former commissioner died last December at the age of 72. Tom Sakievich resigned from the seat in September 2024 after being diagnosed with glioblastoma brain cancer.
Emily Sakievich said her father was a big supporter of helping children in the Boys & Girls Clubs feel supported while he was in office.
“He would have all of them come to his office and talk about how government works and how they can be a part of it someday,” she said.
The new 20,000 square-foot facility expands on resources and programs offered at its previous site for community youth and families experiencing hardships.
The clubhouse will provide safe, engaging, and educational programs in a modernized building fit to serve more than 14,000 Utah children and teens.
A variety of programs including after-school, summer activities and STEM learning will be offered at the new facility. Other resources include internet safety programs, mental health support, nutrition initiatives, and housing assistance for families experiencing homelessness.
“We’ve been able to increase the capacity so much and add preschool and other things; we can even benefit more families — and we can benefit them for a longer period of time, from younger to older, where there are no gaps.” Provo City Council Chair Katrice MacKay told KSL. “So I’m really excited. It’s a fantastic thing for the city and for our residents.”
Leaders of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Utah County say the new $6 million Provo clubhouse was designed as a welcoming space where children and teens can explore new interests, build life skills, and receive mentorship from caring staff.
“The Boys & Girls Clubs have been a cornerstone of youth development in Utah County for decades,” said Janet Frank, board president, in a statement “This new clubhouse strengthens that mission, allowing the organization to extend its reach and impact across the entire region.”
Friday’s event took place while children who attend the Boys & Girls Clubs were in school, so another ceremony for kids and their families is planned for the end of the month.
“The Boys & Girls Club is for every kid out there,” Bayles said. “We want to accomplish what every parent wants for their kids — we want them to have a safe place to learn and grow, to be successful in school, to build social skills and to go on and be great members of society.”
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