Utah News spotted this story published September 4, 2026 at ABC 4. Full coverage may follow as more sources report.
MONTICELLO, Utah (ABC4) — A snake has been spotted in Veterans Park in Monticello. According to the City, they are unaware of the snake's species and are urging caution.
The San Juan County Commission will hold a public hearing on September 15, 2026, regarding the La Sal Area Water Project. The hearing will focus on an anticipated application for up to $11.5 million in funding from the Utah Permanent Community Impact Fund Board.
Kevin Dunn and Todd Westcott have officially declared their candidacies for mayor of Monticello, Utah. The two candidates offer differing backgrounds in local governance and private sector management as the community faces decisions regarding growth and long-term planning.
The Lady Panthers volleyball squad had made it through the non-region portion of their schedule with a 4-3 record and looked good as they headed into Region 19 play. Tuesday, they jumped into region play when they traveled to Monticello to take on the Buckaroo.
MONTICELLO — The Pinnacle Panthers opened Region 19 play on Tuesday, Sept. 1, traveling to face the Monticello Buckaroos after wrapping up non-region competition with a solid 4-3 record. Both teams entered the match ready to make an early statement in region play, but it was the hometown Buckaroos who seized control from the start.
After years of planning, grant writing, trail construction and coordination across county and agency lines, Mud Springs is about to do what it was designed in part to do: host large-scale youth mountain bike races expected to draw thousands of riders and supporters. Riders travel the smooth, machine-built trails at Mud Springs, about 12 miles south of Moab.
San Juan County has announced a public hearing to gather comments regarding a proposed resolution to amend the 2026-06 proposed fee schedule.
A new wildfire has broken out in Carbon County in the Range Creek area of the Book Cliffs. Officials report that the fire is making wind-driven runs, burning aspen and mixed conifer, and producing highly visible smoke from nearby Highway 191 between Green River and Price.
Effective today, fire restriction orders have been rescinded for Northeastern Utah. The announcement from the Utah Department of Natural Resources states, Moderated fire danger indices and improved weather conditions have resulted in reduced wildfire hazard across Northeastern Utah.
Baseball 1A South BICKNELL, Utah-Ruger Grundy and RJ Pau'u drove in four runs apiece and the Wayne Badgers decimated Pinnacle 35-1 Friday in 1A South baseball play. Peytin Howell drove in a run in the loss for the Panthers.
Big Water has released information regarding municipal elections and certified results. The city's website contains details on candidacy declarations and financial disclosures.
A study conducted for the Glen Canyon SSD of Big Water has determined that the water system contains no lead service lines. The inventory found no lead, galvanized downstream of lead, or unknown service lines.
TAYLORSVILLE, Utah (ABC4) — A crash is forcing lane closures on Redwood Road in Taylorsville. According to the Utah Department of Transportation, the crash occurred near 4700 S on northbound Redwood Road. Drivers should expect delays and seek alternate routes if possible.