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No. 13 Utah State Eastern splits Pacific Northwest road trip

The No. 13 Utah State Eastern men's soccer team split a pair of road matches during its longest road trip of the season. The Eagles fell 4-0 to No. 10 North Idaho College but secured a 7-0 victory over Pacific Northwest Christian College.

No. 18 Utah State Eastern Women's Soccer Splits Road Trip Matches

The No. 18 Utah State Eastern women's soccer team earned a draw against North Idaho College and a 17-0 victory over Pacific Northwest Christian College during a Pacific Northwest road trip, according to a September 28 report.

Utah's Cape Station becomes first utility-scale next-gen geothermal plant

Utah has begun receiving power from the first utility-scale, next-generation geothermal plant of its kind at the Cape Station project in Beaver County. The facility uses enhanced geothermal systems to provide reliable electricity as demand increases due to the artificial intelligence boom.

Bowen Mauss to compete at Black Desert Resort Oct. 1-4

Bowen Mauss is scheduled to compete at Black Desert Resort from Oct. 1-4 for the 2026 Bank of Utah Championship. He aims to improve upon his previous performance at the tournament, where he missed the cut in 2024.

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<p><strong>Utah College Application Week is October 5th-9th</strong><br><br>This week is all about promoting higher education and applying to colleges and universities.<br><br>This school year, Utah's public colleges and universities do not charge application fees for Utah students!<br><br>Talk to your high school counselor about how to begin college applications, meet with college reps, ask questions, and get application help!</p>

StatewideOriginally published September 29, 2026

Flood Watch Remains in Effect for Southern Utah Through Tuesday Evening

A flood watch remains in effect for much of southern and eastern Utah through Tuesday evening, Sept. 29, 2026, as heavy rainfall continues to threaten low-lying areas. The National Weather Service warns that saturated ground and recent burn scars increase the risk of flash flooding in locations such as Zion National Park and Capitol Reef National Park.

StatewideSeptember 29, 2026

Stewart Students to Join Statewide Read-A-Thon on Oct. 2

Students at Jennie P Stewart Elementary will participate in a statewide reading celebration on October 2. The event aims to foster a love of reading and lifelong learning among students.

StatewideSeptember 29, 2026

WWA Summary for Flood Watch Issued by SLC

Flood WatchFlood Watch National Weather Service Salt Lake City UT 937 AM MDT Tue Sep 29 2026 UTZ123>131-300600- /O.CON.KSLC.FA.A.0011.000000T0000Z-260930T0600Z/ /00000.0.ER.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.

StatewideSeptember 29, 2026

Area Forecast Discussion — Sept. 29, 2026, 12:31 p.m.

Area Forecast Discussion Issued by NWS Salt Lake City, UT Home |  Current Version |  Previous Version |  Text Only |  Print | Product List |  Glossary Off Versions: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27…

StatewideSeptember 29, 2026

Merkley, Pingree Lead Bipartisan Bill to Prevent Demolition of the Kennedy Center - Merkley

The bicameral, bipartisan effort comes amid recent threats from President Trump that the living memorial to JFK could be ‘ripped down’ unless his name is added to the building Washington, D.C. – Oregon’s U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley and Maine Congresswoman Chellie Pingree, Ranking Members of the Senate and House Interior-Environment Appropriations Subcommittees, today unveiled legislation to

StatewideSeptember 29, 2026

Top House, Senate Interior Appropriators Lead Bipartisan Bill to Prevent Demolition of the Kennedy Center

news Press Releases Top House, Senate Interior Appropriators Lead Bipartisan Bill to Prevent Demolition of the Kennedy Center The bicameral, bipartisan effort comes amid recent threats from President Trump that the living memorial to JFK…

StatewideSeptember 29, 2026

Senate Blocks Merkley, Murkowski Bill to Prevent Trump Tearing Down Presidential Memorials - Merkley

Washington, D.C. – Oregon’s U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley released the following statement after Senator Mike Lee (R-UT) blocked Merkley’s bipartisan bill with Alaska’s U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski to prohibit the demolition of any national memorial to honor a U.S. president—like the Kennedy Center—without an act of Congress: “Our congressionally authorized memorials to former presidents are a

StatewideSeptember 29, 2026

Entrada Institute Hosts Classic Conversation with Entrada President Marci Milligan

Milligan's vision and expertise have constituted a driving force behind development of the Entrada Cultural Center. Originally from Wyoming, Milligan works as a development consultant with Utah Nonprofit Housing Corporation. She has shepherded projects throughout the west.

via insiderutah.comStatewideSeptember 29, 2026

PHS Sports Sidelines — Sept. 29, 2026

The fall season is coming to an end way too soon. The Bobcats baseball team is going into their final week. This Friday is the start of the state championship playoffs. With the Cats' record, I am not sure if they have to play in this game.

via insiderutah.comStatewideSeptember 29, 2026

Refocusing the Military Service Academies on Warfighter Education

SECRETARY OF WAR 1000 DEFENSE PENTAGON WASHINGTON, DC 20301-1000 SEP 2 9 2026 MEMORANDUM FOR SENIOR PENTAGON LEADERSHIP DEFENSE AGENCY AND DOW FIELD ACTIVITY DIRECTORS SUBJECT: Refocusing the Military Service Academies on Warfighter…

StatewideOriginally published September 29, 2026

Heavy Rain to Decrease in Central Utah While Southern Utah Faces Flood Risk

Heavy rainfall across central and southern Utah is expected to decrease in coverage Tuesday morning, though southern Utah faces a continued risk of excessive rainfall. A warming and drying trend is forecasted to begin Wednesday as high pressure develops.

StatewideSeptember 29, 2026

Antelope Elementary to Join Statewide Read-A-Thon on Oct. 2

Antelope Elementary announced a participation in the Statewide Read-A-Thon. The event involves students spending one hour reading during the school day.

StatewideOriginally published September 29, 2026

Cascade Elementary to host State of Utah read-a-thon Oct. 2

Cascade Elementary announced an upcoming State of Utah read-a-thon scheduled for Friday, Oct. 2. Participants are encouraged to wear pajamas and bring blankets and books for the event.

StatewideOriginally published September 29, 2026

Utah Jazz Kick Off 2026-27 Season During Media Day

The Utah Jazz unofficially began their 2026-27 season during Media Day at the team's practice facility on Monday, September 29, 2026. Following an offseason involving roster adjustments and a group trip to Finland, players and team officials discussed the team's upcoming goals and internal development.

StatewideSeptember 29, 2026

Flood Watches in Effect for Multiple Utah Regions Through Tuesday Evening

Multiple flood watches are in effect across various Utah regions, including Southwest Utah and the San Rafael Swell, as excessive rainfall continues to pose a threat. The National Weather Service Salt Lake City indicates that heavy rain and saturated ground may lead to flooding in low-lying areas and along waterways.

StatewideSeptember 29, 2026

EXIM Chairman Jovanovic in the Oval Office: It All Starts with Mining More in America | EXIM.GOV

EXIM Chairman Jovanovic in the Oval Office: It All Starts with Mining More in America FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 28, 2026 WASHINGTON, D.C.

StatewideSeptember 29, 2026

No. 10 BYU to face TCU in first road Big 12 game

No. 10 BYU is scheduled to play its first road Big 12 game of the 2026 season against TCU on Saturday, October 3. The matchup will take place at Amon G. Carter Stadium in Fort Worth, Texas.

StatewideSeptember 28, 2026

BASE jumper fatally plunges 700 feet after wingsuit failure in Utah

Joshua Schutz / Shutterstock Sept. 27, 2026, 7:33 PM MDT By Dennis Romero A 27-year-old BASE jumper died Sunday after his wingsuit failed when he launched from a 700-foot perch in Utah, authorities said. On today's jump, something went wrong and he did not have enough lift with his wingsuit, Peck said.

via nbcnews.comStatewideSeptember 28, 2026

Senate Agrees to Amendment Modifying Act Relationship to Existing Law

The U.S. Senate agreed to an amendment regarding the relationship of a specific act to existing law. The vote, identified as Roll Call Vote 245, passed with a significant majority.

StatewideSeptember 28, 2026

NBA Media Day 2026 Highlights Team Preparations and Key Player Moves

NBA teams met with the media on Monday, September 28, 2026, to prepare for the upcoming 2026-27 season. The event featured various player arrivals and coaching insights as teams gear up for the new campaign starting October 20.

StatewideSeptember 28, 2026

Jazz Enter 2026-27 Season with $180.5 Million Payroll

The Utah Jazz enter the 2026-27 NBA season with a $180.5 million payroll, exceeding the salary cap by $15.6 million. Led by CEO Danny Ainge, the team faces a hard cap at the first apron and relies on exceptions for roster moves.

StatewideSeptember 28, 2026

Utah Jazz Players Participate in Reddit AMA During 2026 Media Day

Utah Jazz players including Keyonte George and Lauri Markkanen participated in a Reddit AMA during 2026 Media Day. The session featured discussions regarding player development, team chemistry, and individual goals for the upcoming season.

StatewideSeptember 28, 2026

Pac-12 Names Week 4 Football Players of the Week

The Pac-12 Conference announced its football weekly awards for Week 4 of the 2026 season, featuring representatives from four different schools. Two programs earned their first ever Pac-12 weekly awards during this period.

StatewideSeptember 28, 2026

U.S. Assistant Special Agent in Charge Accused of Stealing Thousands in Fraudulent Disability Payments

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah – A federal grand jury in Salt Lake City, Utah, returned a four-count indictment charging an Assistant Special Agent in Charge for the United States Department of Agriculture Office of the Inspector General (USDA-OIG), with defrauding the United States out of more than $50,000 in disability pay. USDA-OIG

StatewideSeptember 28, 2026

Castleview Hospital Opens Utah's First Rural Behavioral Health Unit

Castleview Hospital has opened Utah's first rural behavioral health unit, providing specialized mental health services to underserved regions. This new facility addresses critical gaps in mental health care for rural populations across several Utah counties.

StatewidePriceSeptember 28, 2026

Canyon View overpowers Carbon in region opener 58-7

Fresh off the heels of their thrilling 43-27 come-from-behind victory against Juan Diego, the Carbon Dinos sought to capitalize on their momentum as they opened region play against the Canyon View Falcons. Making the long trip down to Cedar City, the Dinos went blow-for-blow with the Falcons in the first quarter.

via castlecountryradio.comCedar CitySeptember 7, 2026

Festival City Ballet Launches with the World Premiere of Alice in Wonderland

at the Heritage Theater. Founded by Artistic Director Christine Mills, Festival City Ballet brings together dancers from studios throughout the region to create large-scale theatrical productions for Southern Utah audiences. Its inaugural production features a cast of nearly 100 local participants of all ages.

via ironcountytoday.comCedar CitySeptember 7, 2026

Southern Utah Museum of Art Celebrates 10 Years with New Exhibition

The Southern Utah Museum of Art is presenting an exhibition to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the museum and the Beverley Taylor Sorenson Center for the Arts. The showcase features works from the permanent collection, including pieces never before shown to the public.

Cedar CitySeptember 7, 2026

Cedar City Police Department Announces Disposal of Unclaimed Property

The Cedar City Police Department has issued a public notice regarding the disposal of found and unclaimed property. Unclaimed items will be disposed of according to state law and city policy after September 30, 2026.

Cedar CitySeptember 7, 2026

Grady Sinclair works as prep cook at Pieology Pizzeria

In the latest episode of "Grady Clocks In," host Grady Sinclair visits Pieology Pizzeria to work as a prep cook. Sinclair, who has experience in the pizza industry since the 1990s, spent the day preparing custom pizzas at the River Road location.

VirginSeptember 7, 2026

Southern Utah Museum of Art Hosts Anniversary Exhibitions

The Southern Utah Museum of Art is hosting several exhibitions celebrating various anniversaries. Featured displays include commemorations for the museum, the Utah Shakespeare Festival, and the Larry H. Miller Utah Summer Games.

Cedar CitySeptember 7, 2026

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