Preservation and Progress: The Story of Utah's Dixie, The Director's Cut (1 hr 39 min) Directed by Emmy Award-winner Phil Tuckett, “Preservation & Progress: The Story of Utah’s Dixie” chronicles the unique history of Southern Utah. The Paiute people, pioneer settlers, Utah Tech University founders, and today’s Trailblazers all overcame significant hardships while dedicating relentless efforts to building this special region into the amazing community it is today.