Residents push back against plan to build nuclear reactors in Carbon County
Valar Atomics is looking to build around 70 small nuclear reactors in Carbon County, but some residents are hoping to stop the project before it ever begins. Valar said if they’re allowed to build the reactors, they’ll have businesses then buy that power, bringing factories and jobs to the area.
via KUTVCarbon CountyOctober 6, 2026
After lawmaker criticism and victim outrage, Utah moves to toughen sex-crime guidelines
Utah is moving to toughen recommended sentences for some sex offenders, a shift supporters say is aimed at keeping dangerous people behind bars but one that could carry a multimillion-dollar price tag for taxpayers. 2News Investigates interviewed several victims in our ongoing investigative series.
via KUTVStatewideOctober 6, 2026
USANA inks deal to become Utah Athletics's nutrition partner, adds more than 500 Ute athletes to sponsor roster
We actually have hundreds of employees that have graduated from the University of Utah. To us, it's a natural fit. The University of Utah excels in excellence and they have a phenomenal program here. Our team of dietitians work individually with student-athletes to optimize their nutrition for performance, recovery and health.
via Deseret NewsStatewideOctober 6, 2026
Helper Museum Board Scheduled for Oct. 8 Meeting
The Helper Museum Board is scheduled to hold a monthly board meeting on Oct. 8, 2026. The meeting will take place at the museum starting at 6:00 PM.
HelperOctober 6, 2026
Utah still runs on coal. The rest of the Southwest moved on
Utah’s energy mix went from 94% coal in 2000 to 48% in 2025. MDT
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A piece of equipment moves around the surface yard of Sufco Mine, an underground coal mine near Salina, on Tuesday, Aug. 19, 2025. In the last 25 years, Utah has reduced coal power generation by almost half.
via Deseret NewsSalinaOctober 6, 2026
Centerville Trails Committee Scheduled for Oct. 15 Meeting
The Centerville Trails Committee is scheduled to hold a regular meeting on Oct. 15, 2026. The meeting will take place at the Centerville City Hall conference room to discuss several business items.
CentervilleOctober 6, 2026
