New amenities, expanded space mark next chapter for Springdale's Barker River Park
The town of Springdale cut the ribbon on a long-awaited series of extensions and renovations to George A. Barker River Park on Oct. 16. The renovations included new bicycle racks, upgraded restrooms, a revised parking lot, a new visitor entrance and an expansion into an adjacent parcel.
via St. George NewsSpringdaleNovember 2, 2026
Springdale Town Council to Hold Public Hearing on Ordinance 2026-14
The Springdale Town Council is scheduled to hold a public hearing on Nov. 10, 2026, regarding proposed amendments to the Town Code. The hearing aims to address inconsistencies resulting from the adoption of the Utah Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) Code.
SpringdaleOctober 31, 2026
After flash floods tore through Springdale, work continues to prevent future damage
Repair work continues after summer storms caused flash flooding that damaged homes, businesses and public property in Springdale on Aug. 31. While most of the damage has been repaired, many natural washes on private property were filled with debris and have yet to be cleared.
via St. George NewsSpringdaleOctober 23, 2026
WATCH: Southern Utah experiences intense flooding amid evacuations
LA VERKIN, Utah (ABC4) — A severe storm has hit Southern Utah, leading to flash flood warnings and even evacuations for some Hurricane residents. Flash flood warnings are in effect for parts of Zion National Park, Springdale, La Verkin, Virgin, and Hurricane.
via ABC4HurricaneOctober 22, 2026
Update: Autumn rainfall in Southern Utah prompts flood warning; Springdale makes sandbags available
The five-county area of Washington, Iron, Kane, Garfield and Beaver remains under a flood watch or warning, which run from Wednesday morning through Thursday afternoon and evening as a late-season surge of tropical moisture will bring widespread moderate to heavy rainfall to the region. Thursday: "Doppler radar and automated rain gauges continue to indicate heavy rain.
via St. George NewsSpringdaleOctober 21, 2026
Springdale cell tower plan faces questions over property values, safety and public input
Community members raised concerns about a proposed cell tower at the Springdale Town Council meeting on Oct. 14. Cell service is inconsistent in the town and nearby Zion National Park, and CenturyLink recently cut landline service in Springdale.
via St. George NewsSpringdaleOctober 18, 2026