Name game: Why is BYU’s Bear Bachmeier quoting Mary Poppins?
BYU quarterback Bear Bachmeier spoke to local reporters for the first time in more than a month on Tuesday, addressing last Saturday’s 17-10 win over TCU and looking ahead to Friday’s Big 12 showdown with Iowa State. Cougars on the air Iowa State (3-2, 1-1) at No.
via Deseret NewsStatewideOctober 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
BYU Basketball Fans Celebrate Marriott Madness at Marriott Center
BYU basketball fans gathered at the Marriott Center on Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2026, for the annual Marriott Madness event. The festivities featured fan games, musical performances, and player introductions for both the men's and women's teams.
StatewideOctober 8, 2026
