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KANSAS CITY — When BYU took the stage at Big 12 basketball media days on Wednesday, there was a very noticeable absence for the Cougars: head coach Kevin Young. In the first late scratch of the season, Young was sidelined from the annual event due to an illness and stayed back in Utah, with media members being informed of the change of plans early Wednesday morning.
Elaine Beveridge Larson, 77, passed away peacefully on October 18, 2026, at her home in Neola, Utah. She was a longtime educator and a devoted member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Elaine Beveridge Larson, 77, passed away on October 18, 2026, at her home in Neola, Utah. She was a lifelong educator and a devoted member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of our kind-hearted Parker Paul Mann, who left us on October 19, 2026, at the age of 20. He brought light, love and immeasurable joy to all who knew him! Parker was born to Ryan and Carisa Mann, five minutes before his twin brother Ryker on November 30, 2005, in Orem Utah.
County Today The Cedar City Senior Activity Center brought back the excitement of high school days with a month of nostalgic festivities, themed activities, and community spirit throughout the month of September. Participants enjoyed an opportunity to reminisce, make new friends, and celebrate the joy of togetherness.
Daycy Gomez sighed when federal politics came up. Like, what the hell am I gonna do nationally, right? she asked. Gomez is a graduate student in sociology at the University of Utah. She leans left politically, and the nature of her studies means she's civically engaged.
In a BYU Devotional address published October 20, Bishop L. Todd Budge discussed the importance of heartfelt offerings and caring for God's children.