How the West could help determine control of Congress
This article was first published in the On the Hill newsletter. Remember: A majority of the House is 218 seats. Right now, Republicans hold 218, Democrats hold 214 (and two vacancies) and there’s one independent, who currently caucuses with Republicans.
via Deseret NewsStatewideOctober 12, 2026
A patchwork of helping hands feeds older Americans. It isn’t enough
The ‘invisible’ hunger problem of older Americans Patricia and Rick Earl eat cheeseburgers that were delivered to their Magna home by Meals on Wheels on Friday, Sept. 4, 2026. Money is tight and without regular visits from Salt Lake County’s Meals on Wheels program, Patricia doesn’t know what they would do.
via Deseret NewsMagnaOctober 12, 2026
A son of Holocaust survivors makes the case for criminalizing enabling
MDTSee More Deseret News Stories In Search People react as they watch a live broadcast of Israeli hostages released from Hamas captivity in the Gaza Strip, at a plaza known as hostages square in Tel Aviv, Israel, Monday, Oct. 13, 2025. Oded Balilty, Associated Press By Dennis Romboy Dennis is a longtime reporter and editor at the Deseret News.
via Deseret NewsStatewideOctober 12, 2026
Doug Owens faces Anna Reeves in 2026 Utah House District 33 race
House District 33 race: Doug Owens faces off against Anna Reeves Democrat Doug Owens is emphasizing environmental protections and education, while Republican Anna Reeves is prioritizing increased transparency. 30, 2026.
via Salt Lake TribuneStatewideOctober 12, 2026
Understanding community services and municipal operations in Roosevelt
An explainer regarding the community services provided by the Uintah Basin Association of Governments for the residents of Roosevelt.
RooseveltOctober 12, 2026
Utah State Board of Education District 11: Tracy Nuttall faces off with Lacey Peterson
The Salt Lake Tribune asked USBE District 11 candidates to share their thoughts on several education issues, including book bans and school choice. Republican Tracy Nuttall and Democrat Lacey Peterson, both newcomers, face off for the District 11 state school board seat.
via Salt Lake TribunePetersonOctober 12, 2026