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ATHENS, Texas—After squeaking into the SWJCFC Tournament as the No. 4 seed, the Snow College Badgers threw three interceptions in a 14-30 loss against the No. 1 Trinity Valley Community College Cardinals. After a slow start, the visiting Badgers scored at the end of the half to take a 7-3 lead with just seconds left in the half.
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GEORGE—Manti High School choir teacher Doug Knapp was raised in Idaho Falls, Idaho, and some of his fondest memories of growing up there are trips taken with his high school choir to perform in places such as Boise, Idaho; Portland, Ore.; and Seattle. “I still remember vivid details about those trips my choir went on,” he said, “cool experiences we had, amazing places (where) we sung.”
The Manti City Council will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, November 18, 2026, to discuss the proposed annexation of J. Gallagher properties into Manti City.
Lynd Draper of Manti, Utah, passed away on October 30, 2026, at the age of 87. A celebration of her life is scheduled for Saturday, November 14, 2026, at Roy's Pizza in Ephraim.
PLEASANT—North Sanpete sheep rancher Carson Jorgensen is helping lead a national push for restrictions on lamb imports, with federal officials nearing a decision that could affect sheep producers across the United States. Pleasant sheep rancher Carson Jorgensen, right, wearing a cowboy hat, attends an Oct.
The language in Amendment B on this year’s ballot seems innocuous enough. “Shall the Utah Constitution be amended to require that citizen-proposed laws that increase taxes compared to existing law be approved by at least 60% of voters, instead of a simple majority?”
FAIRVIEW—Brad Welch, CEO and general manager of Fairview-based Centra Com, has been named to the board of directors of USTelecom, a national trade association representing broadband and telecommunications providers. Centra Com CEO and General Manager Brad Welch stands beside a company service truck and reels of fiber-optic cable.
Kanab resident Scout Wilkins has transformed an unexpected desert inspiration into an unconventional game called WordTrails. The project evolved from handmade clay chips into a manufactured product through collaboration with specialists in St. George and Washington state.
In a report published Nov. 5, 2026, the Daily Herald shared five facts regarding the University of Utah football team. The facts cover the school's history with the Beehive Boot, the meaning of the Ute name, the Block U landmark, notable alumni, and the MUSS student section.
BYU Athletics and Trucordia have announced an expanded multiyear corporate sponsorship agreement that includes helmet branding. Under the new deal, the Trucordia logo will be displayed on BYU football helmet bumpers.
Canyon Elementary has announced updated hours for its Book Fair to better reflect available volunteer support.
The man accused of killing his parents has been formally charged with their murders, and the family of the victims is releasing a public statement requesting privacy and compassion as they navigate what happened. Rett Mikel Riding, 26, has been charged with two counts of aggravated murder and two counts of aggravated kidnapping, all first-degree felonies with enhancements for domestic violence.
Southern Utah University will host Utah High School Activities Association (UHSAA) and Special Olympics Utah (SOUT) state football games.