Photo essay: Antelope Island Bison Roundup thrills first-timers, longtime riders
The sun hadn’t yet risen over the Great Salt Lake, and a chilly wind blew as 19-year-old Annie Watson secured the chaps of her mother, Kate, at the historic Fielding Garr Ranch on Utah’s Antelope Island State Park. The pair, who traveled with a posse from Walla Walla, Washington, were preparing for the 40th annual bison roundup.
via Deseret NewsFieldingNovember 2, 2026
The best — and worst — of the NHL’s new ‘Hometown Remix’ jerseys
All 32 teams came out with a new jersey. Here are the best — and the worst All 32 NHL teams released new alternate jerseys Monday morning. They’re calling it the “Hometown Remix.” Here’s our ranking of all 32 jerseys, from worst to first. Detroit Red Wings Detroit Red Wings' "Hometown Remix" jersey.
via Deseret NewsStatewideNovember 2, 2026
Utah flips commitment of in-state offensive tackle Manase Brown
The wins keep piling up for Morgan Scalley and his Utah football program, and that included on the recruiting trail Monday morning. Manase Brown, a high three-star offensive tackle prospect at Corner Canyon High, announced that he is committed to the Utes.
via Deseret NewsStatewideNovember 2, 2026
Amalga Commission to Discuss Automotive Service Station Ordinance Nov. 4
The Amalga Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and regular meeting on Nov. 4, 2026, to discuss land management amendments. The agenda includes proposed ordinances regarding automotive service stations and appeal hearing fees.
AmalgaNovember 2, 2026
Gunlock State Park Warns of Flowing Waterfalls and Debris
Gunlock State Park has issued a warning for visitors due to flowing waterfalls and heavy debris in the water, following a season of high runoff. The park remains open for year-round recreation, though officials advise caution near the swift-moving waters and slick rocks.
StatewideNovember 2, 2026
Orem Planning Commission to Hold Public Hearing on Nov. 18
The Orem Planning Commission is scheduled to hold a public hearing on Nov. 18, 2026, to consider a zoning map amendment. The hearing will focus on a request to change the zoning designation for a property located near 1075 South 1675 West.
OremNovember 2, 2026
