Wasatch County sheriff to remain in office despite felony indictment in Kouri Richins case
Wasatch County Sheriff Jared Rigby is expected to remain in office through the end of the year despite facing felony charges in connection with the Kouri Richins murder case. The specific allegations against both men remain unclear because portions of the indictments have been redacted.
via KUTVWasatch CountyOctober 8, 2026
Cedar Breaks National Monument to End Summer Operations Oct. 17
Cedar Breaks National Monument will conclude its 2026 summer operations in October as the monument transitions to winter operations. The Visitor Center, Human History Museum, and Zion Forever Project Park Store are scheduled to have their final day of operation on Saturday, Oct. 17.
St. GeorgeOctober 8, 2026
Kaysville cancels November bond election for proposed fire station
The Kaysville City Council unanimously canceled the city’s previously authorized special bond election Wednesday, Oct. Despite the cancellation, the fire station bond question will still appear on the November 2026 ballot because ballots have already been printed and mailing has begun.
via davisjournal.comKaysvilleOctober 8, 2026
Rare tropical leftovers are forecast to bring the rain to Utah this weekend
Published October 8, 2026 at 5:01 PM MDT Set KUER as preferred source National Weather Service The weather hazards outlook issued by the National Weather Service, Oct. 8, 2026, calls for high winds and heavy rain in Arizona, Utah and parts of the West.
via KUERStatewideOctober 8, 2026
Utah wildlife officials find zebra mussels in Colorado River
Wildlife biologists have found invasive zebra mussels on the Utah side of the Colorado River and are working to prevent further spread. To keep the species from spreading, state officials say all Utah river users must clean, drain and dry their vessels after coming out of the water.
via kpcw.orgPark CityOctober 8, 2026
Utah health officials issue ‘urgent’ warning about kratom, ‘cat’s claw’ products after overdoses
The warning comes after four Utahns died of overdoses linked to illegal chemical compounds. The warning comes after four Utahns died of overdoses linked to “high-potency, illegal chemical compounds” found in the products, according to a news release from Utah’s Department of Health, Poison Control Center and Department of Agriculture and Food.
via kpcw.orgPark CityOctober 8, 2026
