Black Canyon Fire Reaches 3,264 Acres with 78% Containment
The Black Canyon Fire has grown to 3,264 acres in the Manti-La Sal National Forest, with containment reaching 78% as of August 24, 2026. Firefighters are utilizing direct suppression tactics and contingency lines to manage the blaze, which was ignited by lightning on July 30, 2026.
TooeleAugust 24, 2026
Utah Vaping Rates Rose 260% While Cigarette Use Hits Historic Low
Utah state health data reveals a significant rise in vaping rates alongside a decline in traditional cigarette smoking. While cigarette use has reached historic lows, vaping rates saw a 260% increase between 2012 and 2022.
StatewideSalt Lake CityAugust 24, 2026
Joyce Marlene Tirella Passes Away at 87 After Adventurous Life
Joyce Marlene Tirella passed away on July 17, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of adventure and service. Born in Ohio and having lived extensively across the United States, she spent her final years in St. George, Utah.
St. GeorgeAugust 23, 2026
Obituary: Joyce Marlene Tirella of St. George passes away
Joyce Marlene Tirella passed away on July 17, 2026. A longtime resident of the desert Southwest, she most recently resided in St. George, Utah.
St. GeorgeAugust 23, 2026
Pinkbox Doughnuts continues its expansion and will debut its first-ever arcade experience at new shop in Sandy, Utah
Pinkbox Doughnuts, the nationally acclaimed brand known for vibrant pink branding and fresh, inventive flavors, is thrilled to announce the opening of its third Utah location in Sandy. The new store will debut the brand’s first-ever Pinkycade, an interactive arcade experience designed to further elevate the shop’s immersive atmosphere.
via utahbusiness.comSandyAugust 23, 2026
Judge Sentences Santa Clara Sex Offender to Years in Prison
A judge has sentenced a Santa Clara sex offender to years in prison, describing the individual's actions as "terrible crimes." The sentencing follows a legal process involving the Utah Board of Pardons and Parole and the Utah court system.
Santa ClaraAugust 23, 2026
