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A recent dinosaur dig in northern Grand County yielded fossils that could help explain what followed the disappearance of many of the region’s familiar Jurassic dinosaurs. Assistant state paleontologist Don DeBlieux works at the Ironstone Bonebed in northern Grand County on Oct. 20.
The Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation announced the award Oct. 22 as part of more than $2.1 million for 24 projects statewide through its OHV Recreation Grant program.
The Grand County Commission will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, December 1, 2026, to consider the 2027 tentative budget and an amended 2026 budget. The public is invited to attend the meeting in Moab to provide input on these financial measures.
The Grand County Commission will hold a public hearing on November 4, 2026, to discuss a proposed one-time payment for elected officials. The hearing will address a potential cost-of-living adjustment for both full-time and part-time officials.
Cristin Hofhine, a civil paralegal for Grand County who once served as the county's temporary zoning administrator, has resigned. She sent her resignation letter Oct. 23, and it takes effect Nov. 6, she told the Sun. She said she is joining the team at Moab Regional Hospital.
Grand County Commission Administrator Mark Tyner has resigned. His last day is Nov. 29. "Mark Tyner tendered his resignation late yesterday," county spokesperson Melisa Jeffers told the Sun on Tuesday. "In the meantime, next steps have not been discussed," she said.
Grand County Administrator and Acting Zoning Director Mark Tyner resigned on Monday, Oct. 26, according to Melisa Jeffers, the county’s economic development and public information coordinator. Mark Tyner “I greatly appreciate the opportunity provided by the Grand County Commission to work in this unique and very special location,” wrote Tyner in his resignation letter, which Jeffers provided.
Emery County Commissioner Jordan Leonard joined the KOAL newsroom to offer a look inside the governmental process and preview upcoming county events. Opening our conversation, Leonard discussed the county's push to prepare its budget for the upcoming year.
The lineup for the 2027 Kilby Block Party has been released, featuring over 70 artists. The Salt Lake City festival is scheduled to take place from May 14 through May 16, 2027, at the Utah State Fairpark.
Rep. Maloy joined the KOAL newsroom to discuss her time on the campaign trail, her platform and what he aims to accomplish if elected. When we first spoke with Maloy in the primary election, we asked why she was running. Now, with an extended amount of time on the trail since then, we asked what has surprised her the most over the course of her campaign.
Garrett Thomas Stewart was sentenced to zero to five years in prison on Monday. Stewart pleaded guilty to aggravated assault for an unprovoked attack on a woman who was walking with her family on July 19. His attorney argued that his actions were the result of a mental health crisis; the judge cited community safety concerns when issuing the sentence, after hearing from the victim's family.
PROVO, Utah — During the summer, the Fury Spurs FC were preparing for a shot at glory — winning the USYS National Championship. The team had won state for the third year in a row and went undefeated for the entire season. The stage for winning it all was set, their eyes locked in for the tournament in Tennessee.
Utahns have a chance to ring in the New Year this winter with a fan-favorite musician: Post Malone. The rap-turned-country artist is set to headline a New Year’s Eve Festival at Delta Center, with special guest Alesso, a house and EDM artist.