Cougar Insiders September 29, 2026 BYU can’t underestimate what awaits on trip to TCU against FrogsNo. 10 BYU jumps back into Big 12 action this week, when there are five in-conference battles going on that are key in the standings. “It’s a conference game and it’s BYU,” said Poppinga, and TCU will be ready, hungry and prepared by veteran head coach Sonny Dykes.
Youd like Lincoln. He is 12 now. The seventh grader passes the sacrament each Sunday as a deacon in the priesthood of the Grand Blanc Ward. But a year ago this week, he ran out of the chapel with his parents and sisters after the attack began.
Stewart Elementary announced its October theme of kindness and shared several upcoming school events and deadlines in a report published October 2.
Arts & Entertainment October 1, 2026 Good evening. On our minds today: The ‘unlikely’ story of how a controversial band came to small town Utah. Plus, Rainn Wilson sang with the Tabernacle Choir. ’The ‘unlikely’ story of how a controversial band came to small town UtahRainn Wilson sang with the Tabernacle Choir.
President Dallin H. The background: President Oaks presided over the faith’s October 2025 general conference while not yet ordained as prophet. At that conference, he surprised members by announcing a slower pace of temple announcements, Amy Ortiz reported.
Good morning. On our minds today: LJ Martin’s place in BYU history, what analytics say about Utah football’s offense so far and the Mammoth dominate their season opener. The key stat that has LJ Martin settling in among BYU’s ‘Super 6’What the analytics reveal about No.
Isabella Pedroza Oct 02, 2026 - 9 min read Draper, Utah — October 2, 2026 Angela Smith grew up in St. George with a fairly limited idea of what she could do with her career. She became a teacher, following a path similar to her mother, and taught for six years.
The discovery paves the way for a rapidly evolving therapy: viruses that can attack and kill dangerous bacteria while leaving human cells unharmed.
Kem C. Gardner Institute Research finds high prices and borrowing costs continue to challenge buyers as Utah prepares for substantial housing demand.
Intermountain Healthcare has scheduled two Heartcode Basic Life Support skills classes for November 2026 in Logan and Ogden. The training sessions, designed for healthcare professionals, focus on high-quality CPR and AED usage.
NHL executives discussed early-season trends, including increased player skill levels and shifting salary landscapes, during a roundtable discussion. The discussion featured general managers from the Columbus Blue Jackets, Ottawa Senators, and Utah Mammoth.
UDOT released the first part of its Summer 2026 Innovation Review on October 2, 2026, highlighting 41 innovations received between June 1 and the end of August. This initial report focuses on advancements in maintenance, planning, preconstruction, and construction.
Intermountain Healthcare has scheduled upcoming Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED Skills Classes in Logan, Utah, and Burley, Idaho. These training sessions aim to equip participants with essential life-saving skills.
2026 was a rough wildfire year, as was feared due to the winter's low snowfall. Utah State University has shared a report on how this year ranks. The Beaver Canyon Fire started near Strawberry Reservoir in January, which at that time of year should have been buried under several feet of snow.
Foxboro Elementary will participate in the Statewide Read-A-Thon on Oct. 2. The event aims to celebrate reading and lifelong learning alongside students in the Davis School District and across Utah.
✅ Congress considered settling the same dispute for $15 million in 2002 under a proposal that also contemplated Utah relinquishing its mineral interests. ✅ The $60 million will be paid in four installments over 26 months, with the first payment expected within weeks.
Box Elder County has issued a first notice regarding the upcoming general election scheduled for November 3, 2026. The notice provides details on voting locations, early voting periods, and election testing procedures.
A meeting for the Box Elder County and Willard City Flood Control Special Service District is set for September 9, 2026. The agenda includes business matters and approval of prior minutes. The notice was posted on September 2, 2026.
The Iron County School District has approved a four-day school week for all students, effective as early as the 2027-2028 school year. The decision, reached via a narrow 4-3 vote, follows extensive research and surveys indicating high support among staff and parents.
Box Elder County has declared a local state of emergency due to the impact of highly pathogenic avian influenza on dairy farms. The outbreak has affected half of the county's dairy cows and farms, leading to significant losses in milk production.
The Box Elder County Fair and Golden Spike Rodeo attracts large crowds from multiple states to participate in livestock shows, entertainment, and community events. Local initiatives during the fair, such as the Farm Bureau food program, aim to support hundreds of families in the community.
Firefighters were working to gain more control of the Brushy Fire after it grew to more than 10,000 acres Friday. Utah Fire Info also reminded the public to keep drones grounded, warning that unauthorized drone activity can force firefighting aircraft to stop flying and put firefighters and air crews at risk.
The Box Elder County Board of County Commissioners scheduled an administrative session and a regular commission meeting for September 2, 2026. The meeting is set to take place at the Box Elder County Courthouse in Brigham City.
The Salt Lake City Reinvestment Advisory Committee is scheduled to hold its next regular meeting on September 2, 2026, to advise the Community Reinvestment Agency Board of Directors. The committee, which consists of seven to nine members, focuses on advising on programs and project areas related to finance, real estate, and affordable housing development.
75 mph winds have fueled the Brushy Canyon Fire. The fire was last mapped at 8,000 acres and 0% containment. "Please remain alert, follow instructions from local officials, and avoid the area to allow firefighting crews to work safely," Utah Fire Info said.
The Box Elder County Local Emergency Planning Committee has scheduled a meeting for September 9, 2026. The meeting will include reports from the Director and the State, along with a Hazmat report.
Military Installation Development Authority leaders are treading lightly around the topic of data centers while Utah’s governor calls for reforms to the state authority. Public pushback against plans for MIDA to construct a hyperscale data center in Box Elder County tinged the conversation at a MIDA board meeting Aug.
The Salt Wells Fire in Box Elder County has grown to an estimated 585 acres and is 45% contained as of Aug. 21, 2026. Firefighters are working in temperatures exceeding 100 degrees to manage the blaze, which has no current threats to structures.
The Harley Fire has expanded to over 150 acres in Box Elder County, prompting evacuations and road closures near Garland. Firefighting crews are working to establish containment lines as strong winds and an approaching storm system threaten the area.
The Harley Fire in Box Elder County has grown to an estimated 75 acres. Hot, dry, and gusty conditions are causing the fire to spread rapidly near I-15.
The Little Mountain Fire in Box Elder County has grown to 500 acres. The blaze started on August 20, 2026, and burned across private land.
Legislative leaders and state officials are evaluating the impact of data center development on Utah's water resources, specifically regarding the Great Salt Lake. While House Speaker Mike Schultz indicated that regulation bills are likely in the upcoming session, the state continues to grapple with long-term preservation strategies for the lake following a landmark report delivered to leaders.
