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KPCW Published October 15, 2026 at 9:53 PM MDT E. Louise Kelly / KPCW KPCW and Heaber Leadership Academy host a live candidate forum Oct. 15, 2026. WATCH LIVE BELOW Currently, candidates for Wasatch County Council Seats A and C are speaking.

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