Searching Rocky Mountain coal and mining waste for critical minerals - @theU
DOE awards $7.5 million to University of Utah-led regional coalition to identify unconventional sources of critical minerals and rare earth elements.
Salt Lake CityOctober 8, 2026
Kanarraville Town Board Scheduled for Oct. 8 Meeting
The Kanarraville Town Board is scheduled to hold a meeting on Oct. 8, 2026. The agenda includes discussions regarding the Kanarra Falls financial report, a cemetery perpetual fund proposal, and a solid waste collection agreement with Enoch City.
KanarravilleOctober 8, 2026
University of Utah gets $7.5M federal grant to advance domestic critical minerals search
's Department of Materials Science and Engineering and the project's principal investigator, said in a statement. Regional strategies for domestic production Utah Gov. Currently, China controls over 90% of the world's refinery production of key components in electronics, according to data from the Institute for Energy Research.
via KSLStatewideOctober 8, 2026
Alpine School District honored instructional coaches Oct. 6
Alpine School District marked National Instructional Coaches Appreciation Day on Oct. 6 by recognizing five types of coaches embedded in its 91 schools. The district's recognition highlighted how these specialists support teachers and strengthen instruction across the districtwide network.
LehiOctober 8, 2026
1 injured as DUI driver damages popular State Room venue
Visit Advertiser websiteGO TO PAGEOne vehicle crashed into the venue, causing considerable damage to the front of The State Room. "We're doing everything we can to get back up and running for the shows this weekend, but we ask for some patience and understanding as things may evolve," the venue posted.
via Fox 13StatewideOctober 8, 2026
Year after explosion, Jimmy John's reopens in Herriman
Over a year after a fiery explosion forced multiple businesses at a Herriman strip mall to close, one heavily damaged store reopened Thursday, ending a long journey back. Jimmy John's employees were once again slicing meats and building sandwiches for customers, a welcome sign after a devastating incident that left many wondering if the doors would ever reopen.
via Fox 13HerrimanOctober 8, 2026