Science Students Launch Hot Air Balloons at Local High School
Earth and Space Science students launched tissue paper hot air balloons as part of a hands-on lesson on atmospheric physics. The activity allowed students to observe how temperature and air density affect the atmosphere.
Spanish ForkOctober 20, 2026
Salem family spreads awareness after button battery hospitalized infant daughter
LEHI, Utah — It’s an everyday item you’d find in your car fob or your toy box. But for one Salem family, their daughter’s interaction with a button battery ended up causing a serious trip to the hospital this past weekend. Erick Valenzuela and McKenzie Thompson were looking to enjoy a Friday night out together.
via Fox 13SalemOctober 20, 2026
Case against former Salt Lake City officer accused of rape dismissed without prejudice
The case against a former Salt Lake City police officer accused of sexual assault was dismissed without prejudice. The order, signed by Utah County Judge Tony F.
via KUTVSalt Lake CityOctober 20, 2026
Britain takes aim at Apple’s grip on tap-to-pay
Britain’s competition regulator wants Apple to let rival payment apps use the iPhone’s tap-to-pay technology more easily and at much lower fees. Apple says the change could weaken privacy and security protections, but the CMA says evidence it reviewed suggests neither technology raises inherent security concerns.
via Deseret NewsStatewideOctober 20, 2026
Daniel Lee Feichko – October 7 2026
Daniel Lee Feichko, 43, was born in Price, Utah on July 6, 1983, and passed away at home in Price, Utah on October 7, 2026. Daniel loved spending time outdoors, camping, and fishing. He worked in many trades throughout his life, and was an excellent painter.
via Castle Country RadioPriceOctober 20, 2026
Pittsburgh Penguins player hospitalized in Salt Lake City after in-air medical emergency
The Pittsburgh Penguins team plane returned to Salt Lake City on Tuesday after a player suffered a medical emergency mid-flight. The plane returned to Salt Lake City International Airport shortly after takeoff, and forward Ben Kindel was taken by ambulance to University of Utah Hospital for evaluation.
via Fox 13Salt Lake CityOctober 20, 2026
