Aspen Peaks School District was created by the passage of Proposition 11 in November 2024. This development signals the beginning of a new educational era in central Utah County.
The district is set to officially open on July 1, 2027.
Aspen Peaks School District is committed to carrying forward a legacy of excellence, professionalism, and dedication that has been established over a century in the region.
Utah's transportation landscape is undergoing significant expansion as the Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) manages massive infrastructure projects, including a nearly $1.4 billion investment in Utah County developments. Key projects include the Mountain View Corridor South extension and the 2100 North Freeway, which aim to reduce commuter times and improve regional connectivity.
The Big Mountain Fire is burning about five miles southwest of Elberta, west of Tunnel Road. It was estimated at 20-30 acres as of Sunday afternoon, according to Utah Fire Info.
A 16-year-old boy has been arrested in connection with the March 28, 2025, murders of Jessica Lyman and her 8-year-old son, Eli Painter. The victims were found with gunshot wounds inside their Saratoga Springs residence.
The Utah Transit Authority launched expanded On Demand microtransit service in northern Utah County on August 16, 2026, as part of its Fall Change Day. The expansion includes several cities and key destinations, while the Ogden Express bus rapid transit route has been extended as a zero-fare service through early 2028.
The mother of a minor who was found deceased in a Saratoga Springs home has died in a hospital. The death follows an incident involving the child that was first reported in late June 2026.
News Story License plate cameras are under scrutiny as questions on misuse and surveillance emerge throughout the country. In Utah, a nonprofit group is sounding the alarm, after having found that the vast majority of the camera records searches in one county originated outside the state.
Richfield City Police Department is seeking the public's help in identifying two individuals wanted for questioning in connection with multiple ongoing criminal investigations in Richfield and throughout Sevier County. According to a press release, the individuals were captured on surveillance video during incidents currently under investigation.
The Department of the Interior has adopted a decision framework for the coordinated operations of Lake Powell and Lake Mead through 2036. The framework was established after the seven Basin States failed to reach a consensus on long-term water management strategies.
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has shifted its operational focus toward immigration enforcement, resulting in a 39% decrease in fentanyl seizures during the first year of the second Trump administration. This shift follows the implementation of asylum cooperative agreements and a controversial policy authorizing warrantless home entries.
Flooding originating from the Cottonwood burn scar forced the complete closure of Highway 89 in Piute County. Crews were deployed to the area to manage the impact on the roadway.
Containment efforts surrounding the Black Canyon fire continue to yield success, with the blaze reaching 78% containment over the weekend. Forest Service, crews continue to battle the fire while securing areas along the perimeter and addressing remaining heat.
The Richfield City Police Department is asking for public assistance to identify two individuals involved in multiple criminal investigations. The suspects were captured on surveillance video during incidents in Richfield and Sevier County.