Local Salt Lake Shops Offer Alternatives to Big-Box Halloween Costumes
According to a October 8 report by City Cast Salt Lake, residents can find Halloween costumes and festive accessories at various local Salt Lake City and Utah County shops rather than using big-box stores. The report highlights options for ready-to-wear costumes, rentals, and vintage clothing elements for the 2026 season.
Salt Lake CityOctober 8, 2026
No. 17 Utah State Soccer to Host Washington State and Play Boise State
No. 17 Utah State women's soccer will host Washington State on Oct. 8 before traveling to face Boise State on Oct. 11. The Aggies enter the week with a 9-2-2 record and a 2-0-0 mark in Pac-12 play.
StatewideOctober 8, 2026
Flu season arriving early in Utah; health experts urge vaccination
Speaking from Intermountain Medical Center, Dr. "We are having the number of cases now that we had starting in November last year," Sheffield said. "Health experts recommend several steps to reduce the risk of infection, including frequent handwashing, avoiding contact with sick individuals and staying home when ill.
via KSLStatewideOctober 8, 2026
UDOT plans Ephraim tree removal after reviewing citizen comments | Sanpete Messenger
89 between 300 North and 600 North in mid-October, months after public concern prompted the agency to halt its original work and conduct additional environmental, historical and arboricultural reviews. A historic photograph included in UDOT’s environmental review shows Ephraim’s Main Street in 1906, with mature trees already lining portions of the roadway.
via sanpetemessenger.comMantiOctober 8, 2026
Uintah County GOP Chairman Discusses Election And Filling Treasurer Vacancy | Basin Now
Uintah County Republican Party Chairman Kason Goodrich visited the Evans Family Media studios for an interview and of course the election was among the topics discussed. This election is really, really important for our county, said Goodrich.
via basinnow.comUintahOctober 8, 2026
Fairview council approves electric rate increase and reviews draft water conservation plan | Sanpete Messenger
Following discussions at its Sept. 29 meeting, the Fairview City Council approved an electric rate increase and reviewed a draft Water Conservation Plan. A new AQUAtraX portal is also expected to help residents monitor water use, with public access anticipated in late October or early November.
via sanpetemessenger.comFairviewOctober 8, 2026