Bus vandalism shatters plans for Herriman nonprofit to help community
HERRIMAN, Utah — When you pass Salt Lake Academy, you may see a white bus parked on the side. That bus was meant to do a lot more than just take people places. “This bus is going to be our mobile pantry," shared Kristen Lemon with the Compassion Community Center.
via Fox 13HerrimanOctober 21, 2026
Utah voters most concerned with economy, 'pocketbook' issues
Early voting has begun in parts of Utah and mail-in ballots have been sent out to registered voters across the state. Voters heading to the polls have the economy and affordability at the top of their minds, according to David Magleby, professor emeritus of political science at Brigham Young University.
via KJZZStatewideOctober 21, 2026
Elizabeth Smart joins push to create 3-digit emergency number for sexual abuse survivors
Elizabeth Smart is aiding in the push to create a three-digit emergency phone number for those suffering sexual abuse and trafficking. The aim of the number would be to make it easier for those in crisis situations to find help. WAM Safety, a Utah advocacy group, seeks creation of the number and Smart addressed a panel discussion the organization hosted.
via KSLStatewideOctober 21, 2026
Millard School District Job Announcement 10/21/26
Recovery Specialist Coordinate and support students participating in Edgenuity, credit recovery, online college courses, and work release. Communicate with students and parents, monitor progress, and collaborate with counselors and administrators to help students meet graduation requirements.
via Millard County Chronicle ProgressDeltaOctober 21, 2026
SLC Council upzones Ballpark, Sugar House pulls its bid for a BID.
Washington Square Dispatch Grace X. Maya Tuesday’s City Council meeting included debate on housing grants, a Ballpark rezone and a proposed special assessment area designation for the Sugar House core. Community members also voiced concern about a proposed oil pipeline and celebrated Native American Heritage Month.
via City WeeklyStatewideOctober 21, 2026
Young Angus bull commands huge price for his breeding potential
The most expensive bull ever went for $1.51 million in 2019. At a Montana auction this past weekend, an Angus bull sold for $900,000. You read that right — a single bull sold for nearly a million dollars. Such a high valuation was not necessarily a surprise for owner of the nine-month-old bull, Doug Stevenson, whose family has been raising Angus beef since 1947.
via Deseret NewsStatewideOctober 21, 2026