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An urgent call for donations was sent out Saturday after dozens of people were unable to return to their homes due to severe flooding and water contamination. Around 150 people were displaced in southeastern Utah last week as the San Juan River overflowed and flooded properties in Montezuma Creek, Aneth and Bluff.
Bluff Mayor Josh Ewing stated that the culinary water supply at Bluff Elementary is not suspected of being contaminated following recent flooding. San Juan County Public Health has collected water samples for testing to confirm the safety of the water supply.
As Utah Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson toured flood-damaged communities in San Juan County on Thursday, local leaders said the immediate need for assistance is growing, even as floodwaters from the San Juan River continue to recede. Several homes and businesses in Bluff and within the Navajo Nation of San Juan County were flooded earlier this week when the San Juan River rose rapidly.
Bluff and the nearby Navajo Nation community of Atcitty Camp grapple with flooded homes and contaminated water after heavy rains. (Utah Office of Lieutenant Governor) Atcitty Camp community members paddle across flood waters on Thursday, Oct. 29, 2026.
Erin Nelson From: support@helpdesk.utah.gov Sent: Wednesday, October 28, 2026 3:12 PM To: Erin Nelson Subject: Public Notice for Town Council Utah Public Notice This is an Emergency Meeting Notification.
Just beyond the town of Bluff in San Juan County, several homes damaged by flooding sit on Navajo Nation land. Residents say the boundary has made it harder to get help as they try to recover.
As water from the San Juan River recedes, families and business owners in San Juan County are still dealing with damaged homes, flooded businesses and a recovery they worry they cannot manage alone. State Route 162 between Bluff and Montezuma Creek also remained closed Tuesday because of flooding.
Conner Mantz, the American marathon record holder, is set to compete in the New York City Marathon this Sunday, marking his first marathon appearance in one year following a major injury recovery.
My older sister used to drive me to our Arizona high school in the mornings — we’d leave the house just after 7 a.m. so we could arrive at school with enough time to walk to our classes by the 7:30 bell. When the air got colder and the sun started rising later, I remember the golden, morning sun just barely peeking through our front room blinds as we were leaving.
Several local events are scheduled in Utah Valley between October 31 and November 7, 2026. Featured activities include the Haunted Forest in American Fork and various performances in Provo.
According to an October 31 report, several events are scheduled throughout Utah Valley for the week of October 31 through November 7, including the 2026 Haunted Forest in American Fork.
Sanpete County Commissioners announced a proposed property tax increase for 2027. The increase is intended to fund pay raises for county employees and elected officials to maintain competitiveness with neighboring entities.
Country star Ella Langley is currently experiencing a blockbuster 2026. She broke a record previously held by the legendary Mariah Carey for longest running No. 1 song, with her hit “Choosin’ Texas” spending 25 weeks leading the Billboard Hot 100.