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No. 8 BYU to Host Iowa State on Oct. 9
No. 8 BYU is scheduled to host Iowa State at LaVell Edwards Stadium on Friday, Oct. 9. The game is scheduled for an 8:15 p.m. MT kickoff and will be televised live on ESPN.
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Utah Faces Unseasonable Warmth and Tuesday Storm Risks
Utah is experiencing unseasonably warm temperatures today, Monday, Oct. 5, 2026, with highs expected to run roughly 10 degrees above average. A storm system is forecasted to bring isolated showers and thunderstorms to the higher terrain on Tuesday, followed by a return to mild conditions mid-week and cooler, wetter weather by the weekend.
Trump admin voting gamesmanship keeps her up at night, says Lt. Gov. Henderson
Editor's note: This story is part of We Vote Utah, a partnership between KUER, PBS Utah and Utah News Dispatch to cover Utah's 2026 midterm elections. Utah Lt. Gov. Department of Justice. Postal Service processes mail-in ballots. Henderson has also heavily criticized Sen.
Player Safety Reviews Will Cuylle's Hit on Dylan Guenther
Player Safety is reviewing a hit by Will Cuylle on Dylan Guenther during the Rangers' 4-2 victory over Utah. The incident occurred during the game, prompting frustration from the Utah bench.
Alpine School District Students Join Statewide Read-a-Thon on October 2
Alpine School District students participated in a statewide Read-a-Thon on October 2, 2026, joining more than 275,000 Utahns in a literacy initiative. The event included activities at the State Capitol and various district schools to encourage reading habits.
Utah surges to top of Big 12 power rankings
Utah has climbed to the top of the Big 12 football power rankings in a report published October 6, 2026. The report by Darnell Dickson highlights the performance of the league's 16 teams as the season progresses.
Falcon football tops Knights in last-second Region 3 thriller
Free Press The Skyridge defense absolutely bent but refused to break. Facing a ferocious final-quarter onslaught, the Falcons dug in their cleats and made the ultimate stand to slam the door on a spirited Lone Peak rally, securing a down-to-the-wire 27-24 victory in an instant-classic rivalry showdown.
USU’s Utah Women & Leadership Project releases research on Utah employers championing women
Log In From fairgrounds to classrooms, and community gardens to rob… SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — A leader of the Church of Jesus Christ… Susan R. Madsen, Julene Reese Oct 4, 2026 5 hrs ago 0 Susan R.
Clark Planetarium to Host Two Pink Floyd Themed Shows
Clark Planetarium is offering two different experiences featuring Pink Floyd's album The Dark Side of the Moon. These shows include a weekend laser experience and a special 42-minute commemorative immersive show.
Mozingo Scores Late Equalizer for Utah Royals in 1-1 Draw
Utah Royals FC secured a dramatic 1-1 draw against Racing Louisville FC on Oct. 3, 2026, thanks to a last-minute equalizer by Brecken Mozingo. The result marks Utah's first tie since May 30 and the first time Louisville has failed to win in their series history.
UVU Cross Country Sweeps SUU Color Country Invitational
Utah Valley University achieved a dual victory at the SUU Color Country Invitational on Oct. 3, 2026, with both the men's and women's cross country teams securing first place. The women's team earned its sixth consecutive title, while the men's team secured its third straight win at the event.
Nat’l Weather Service confirms Utah’s Sept. 18 tornado traveled nearly 6 miles, peaked at 120mph
DAVIS COUNTY, Utah, Oct. 3, 2026 (Gephardt Daily) — The National Weather Service has confirmed that a suspected tornado that hit Davis County on Sept. 18 met the EF2 qualifications, and traveled at nearly six miles, with winds peaking at 120 mph.
Firefighters face long-term risks ‘we can’t ignore anymore.’ Can Congress respond?
Mountain West News Bureau A regional public media collaboration serving the Rocky Mountain States of Colorado, Idaho, Nevada, New Mexico, Utah and Wyoming. ’ Can Congress respond? Wildland firefighters face serious long-term health risks, and new federal legislation seeks to address them.
Mortensen leads No. 18 BYU to victory over Kansas State
Elli Mortensen recorded a career-high 19 kills to lead No. 18 BYU to a 3-1 victory over Kansas State on Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026. Meanwhile, UC Santa Barbara defeated Utah Valley 3-0 in a match held at Lockhart Arena.
Colloquy on Ukraine
United States Senate Floor Colloquy on Ukraine Senators John Curtis (R-UT), Thom Tillis (R-NC), and Alan Armstrong (R-OK) September 30, 2026 Senator Tillis: Mr.
Antelope Island State Park celebrates expanded visitor center grand opening
Antelope Island State Park hosted a grand opening on October 2, 2026, for its newly expanded visitor center. The facility expansion aims to provide a better experience for the park's approximately one million annual visitors.
U of U to Startup Partners: "We Are Open for Business"
Mark Tullis Oct 02, 2026 - 10 min read Kyrsten Woolstenhulme, Senior Director for Venture Development, University of Utah Technology Licensing Office, with her U of U colleagues at the April 2026 U Startup Launchpad event. For Kyrsten Woolstenhulme, Senior Director for Venture Development in the University of Utah's Technology Licensing Office, closing that gap is the job.
USBE Seeks Utah Beef and Tree Fruit Producers for School Contracts
The Utah State Board of Education has opened a Request for Proposals for Local Food for Schools Cooperative Contracts to recruit Utah beef and tree fruit producers. This initiative aims to create approved vendors for school meal programs serving over 660,000 students across the state.
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The DATA CENTER COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT ACT of 2026 Emerging technologies that Americans increasingly rely on every day-from artificial intelligence to cloud computing-depend on data centers and the infrastructure that supports them.
Afternoon Edition Oct. 1, 2026
Afternoon Edition October 1, 2026 Good afternoon. On our minds today: New polls show how voters feel about midterm elections Why Utahns might see their electricity bills drop What the analytics reveal about No. SNAP benefits look different starting now.
Cougar Insiders Sept. 29, 2026
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.
ChurchBeat Sept. 30, 2026
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 Announces October Kindness Theme and Upcoming Events
Stewart Elementary announced its October theme of kindness and shared several upcoming school events and deadlines in a report published October 2.
A&E Oct. 1, 2026
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.
Utah Today Oct. 2, 2026
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.
Sports Edition Oct. 2, 2026
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.
Convergence Point will connect Utah research, talent and industry under one roof
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.
Research Uncovers how Bacteria Fight Viruses
The discovery paves the way for a rapidly evolving therapy: viruses that can attack and kill dangerous bacteria while leaving human cells unharmed.
Utah’s housing market stabilizes slightly, but affordability barriers remain - @theU
Kem C. Gardner Institute Research finds high prices and borrowing costs continue to challenge buyers as Utah prepares for substantial housing demand.
Intermountain Healthcare Schedules BLS Skills Classes for November 2026
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 Discuss Rising Skills and Salary Trends in 2026-27 Season Opening
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.
EDCUtah Community Match Grants Applications Open for Fiscal Year 2024-2025
The application period for EDCUtah Community Match Grants for fiscal year 2024-2025 was open through August 16, 2024. The program offers funding for special projects and professional development to support economic growth and expertise in Utah communities.
Utah nuclear energy campus: Brigham City joins USU, Hi Tech Solutions to create training center
Utah’s ambitious nuclear revolution trudges forward as an early piece falls into place Brigham City, well-known for its peaches, is another step closer to being known for something else: nuclear energy development. 1, 2026. Comment Add as Preferred Source RELATED STORIES Utah wants a new nuclear sector to rise in Brigham City.
City Council Meeting
 NOTICE AND AGENDA BRIGHAM CITY COUNCIL MEETING Thursday, August 13, 2026 6:00 PM City Council Chambers, 20 North Main To View Live Meeting Visit: https://www.bcutah.gov/mayor-and-city-council.htm or www.youtube.com/brighamcitycorp To Participate by Zoom: https://www.bcutah.gov/
High winds drive Brushy Canyon Fire near Promontory across 10,002 acres
A wind-driven wildfire spotted Wednesday evening on Promontory Point raced across more than 10,000 acres in little more than a day before firefighters stopped its growth and steadily increased containment through the weekend. The Brushy Canyon Fire was listed at 10,002 acres and 100% contained in a late Monday update to federal Wildland Fire Interagency Geospatial Services data.
Media Release - Salmonella - Bear River Health Department
Bear River Health Department Investigating Local Salmonella Cases Logan, UT — The Bear River Health Department (BRHD) is investigating a Salmonella outbreak after identifying 21 confirmed cases in Cache and Box Elder Counties. BRHD is actively investigating the source of the illness and taking steps to limit further spread. What is Salmonella Salmonella is a