Trump signs disaster order unlocking federal aid for 2 Utah counties affected by fire, flooding | KSL.com
MARKETPLACE Classifieds Cars Log in MARKETPLACE Classifieds Cars Log in Trump signs disaster order unlocking federal aid for 2 Utah counties affected by fire, flooding Posted - Oct. Carter Williams KSL Miley Williams walks on a mud- and debris-covered road after flooding in Beaver on July 20.
via KSLBeaverOctober 8, 2026
Trump signs major disaster declaration for Cottonwood Fire
Public assistance funds will be available for entities affected by the Cottonwood Fire after President Donald Trump signed a major disaster declaration for this summer's wildfire. The Cottonwood Fire started in June and burned nearly 100,000 acres in Beaver and Piute counties, and was followed by flooding and mudslides.
via Fox 13BeaverOctober 8, 2026
Destructive invasive species has entered Utah portion of Colorado River
State wildlife biologists found live adult zebra mussels below Westwater Recreation Area last month, which were confirmed by lab testing on Wednesday, according to the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources. Zebra mussels, much like quagga mussels that have been found before in Utah, are invasive and clog pipes and infrastructure, which can potentially cause millions in damage.
via KSLStatewideOctober 8, 2026
Padel Den opens in Orem as sport grows in Utah
Padel Den, the first padel facility in Utah County, opened in Orem this past April. Founded by Utah Valley University graduates Kyle and Parker Quinlan, the facility aims to introduce the growing racquet sport to the local community.
OremOctober 8, 2026
BYU Basketball Coach Young Announces Staff Promotions for 2026-27 Season
BYU men's basketball head coach Kevin Young has announced staff promotions for Brandon Dunson and Jordan Brady ahead of the 2026-27 season. The promotions involve Dunson moving to an associate head coach role and Brady adding assistant coach to his duties.
ProvoOctober 8, 2026
Schmaltz Scores Fifth Goal as Utah Mammoth Beat Devils 5-3
The Utah Mammoth defeated the New Jersey Devils 5-3 on Tuesday night, fueled by a proficient power play and Nick Schmaltz's fifth goal of the season. The victory marked the first time the Mammoth have beaten the Devils in the franchise's history.
OremOctober 8, 2026
