The Carbon County Family Support Center has announced an immediate opening for a part-time Program Outreach Specialist. The position focuses on promoting child abuse prevention services and parent leadership through community education and awareness events.
Seeking to ensure that every child has a proper place to sleep, nonprofit organization Sleep in Heavenly Peace – which builds beds for children in need – is expanding into Carbon County, with hopes of pushing its work even deeper into the Castle Country. Laura Potts from the organization joined the KOAL newsroom to explain the nonprofit's mission and how residents can get involved.
The Carbon County Sheriff's Merit Commission is compiling a roster of qualified individuals for potential selection for deputy sheriff positions. Interested applicants must submit their materials by September 10, 2026.
Golden Onion Days is scheduled to take place in Payson, Utah, from September 3 through September 7, 2026. The annual Labor Day weekend event features various activities including concerts, a carnival, and a parade.
Carbon County is working to diversify its economy and stabilize its tax base following a significant decline in industrial property values. While the loss of traditional coal-related revenue has shifted more tax responsibility onto local residents, officials are pursuing new industries and regional partnerships to ensure long-term financial stability.
The Carbon County Animal Shelter provides various pet adoption and fostering services, including a foster-to-adopt program. The facility manages animal licensing, investigates animal cruelty, and offers resources for lost pets and feral cat vouchers.
The Utah Department of Transportation is planning safety improvements on US-6 near Carbonville. The project involves constructing a Restricted Crossing U-Turn and three signalized High-T intersections.
The Carbon County Chamber of Commerce convened on Thursday, Aug. 20, for the group's monthly luncheon. As is tradition, the organization spotlighted a trio of groups from around the county, with this go-around highlighting Utah State University Eastern, the Bridge Builders Coalition and Beg, Borrow and Steele Art Co.
