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Toxin levels at Panguitch Lake have reached "Danger Advisory" levels due to harmful algal bloom, according to Utah's Department of Environmental Quality. Under a "Danger Advisory," environmental officials have determined that harmful algal bloom have become very large in a water body with a high level of dangerous toxins.
TROPIC – Melford Douglas Ahlstrom, 76 of Tropic, passed away on October 20, 2026, in St. George, Utah. Doug, as he was always called, was born on July 2, 1950, in Panguitch, Utah, to Melford and Rachel D. Ahlstrom. He was an only child, though he had step-siblings later in life.
Southern Utah teams secured multiple championships and high rankings at the Utah High School Activities Association state cross-country championships held in Salt Lake City. Panguitch's girls team earned a seventh consecutive title, while Bryce Valley's boys captured the 1A crown. In the 4A division, Mountain View dominated, but Region 9 schools saw significant success, including a second-place finish for Pine View boys.
The Panguitch City Council is scheduled to hold a work meeting on Nov. 3, 2026, to discuss roads and transportation. The meeting will take place at the Panguitch Office conference room.
Panguitch knew this year was going to be as tough as any to win another girls cross country championship in 1A. “This year in our region, five different teams won a region race, and I’ve never seen anything like that before,” said Panguitch coach Danny Yardley.
St. Joseph Catholic High football secured its first playoff win in program history by defeating No. 9 Altamont 84-30 on Friday, October 23, 2026. The victory also established a new school record for the most points scored in a single game.
The Panguitch City Council is scheduled to meet on Oct. 27, 2026, to discuss several agenda items including a public hearing regarding the sale of the Business Incubation Center and Panguitch City Shop.
More than 191,000 Utah adults have been diagnosed with diabetes, a condition that costs the state over $1 billion annually in direct and indirect medical expenses. While Utah's diabetes prevalence rate remains lower than the national average, health officials are focusing on prevention and management through community programs and education.
Utah blood donors can get more than just the satisfaction of helping save lives this month. The American Red Cross of Utah has decided that, in honor of National Diabetes Awareness Month, it will offer free A1C testing to all eligible blood donors throughout November.
OGDEN, Utah (ABC4) — Ogden City is celebrating the opening of the city's very first all-abilities playground and new pickleball courts! All-abilities playground and new pickleball courts According to Ogden City, the new playground, is designed to give all children the opportunity to play, regardless of any mobility challenges they may face.
A Salt Lake man was taken into custody after fatal shooting and a standoff lasting several hours at an apartment complex on Redwood Road. James Stacey Riedman, 47, was booked into the Salt Lake County Jail where he faces one count of first-degree felony murder and second-degree felony obstruction of justice.
A Salt Lake City man, Jasmes Stacey Riedman, was arrested for investigation of murder. Riedman allegedly shot his roommate, K.T., through a closed door on Tuesday. Riedman claimed fear for safety but couldn't justify imminent danger, police say.
The "Development" 2026 Photography Competition Exhibition opened Wednesday, November 4, at the Brigham City Museum of Art and History, inviting photographers to interpret the theme through various physical or digital techniques.