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.
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 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 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.
An official ballot for the Emery County general election was released, outlining candidates and proposed constitutional amendments for the upcoming vote on November 3, 2026.
An official sample ballot for the Emery County General Election has been released, outlining candidates and proposed constitutional amendments for the upcoming vote on November 3, 2026.
CASTLE DALE – Following recent flooding that caused extensive damage throughout portions of Emery County, commissioners approved an emergency declaration Tuesday and began looking at long-term projects aimed at preventing similar damage in the future. The Emery County Commission unanimously approved the emergency declaration during its Sept.
A sample ballot for the Emery County general election on November 3, 2026, was released. The document details various federal, county, and state offices, as well as judicial retention and constitutional amendments.
An official Emery County sample ballot for the Ferron North area outlines candidates and proposed constitutional amendments for the upcoming general election on November 3, 2026.
An official ballot for the Emery County general election has been released. The ballot includes various federal, county, state, and judicial positions, along with proposed constitutional amendments.
An official sample ballot for the Emery County general election has been released. The ballot includes candidates for various federal, state, and county offices, alongside judicial retention questions and proposed constitutional amendments.
The Emery County General Election for the Ferron South precinct is scheduled for November 3, 2026.
The Emery County Commission scheduled a meeting for September 1, 2026, to discuss various county matters. The meeting agenda includes discussions on emergency declarations, library renovations, and various county contracts.
In a report published August 30, multiple homes and roadways were flooded in Emery County on Aug. 29, leading to the displacement of several residents.
For many residents of Orangeville and surrounding Emery County, recovering from recent flooding will be a long process. Some homes took on several feet of water during Saturday’s flooding, leaving residents facing extensive cleanup and repairs.
Cleanup is underway in Emery County after a massive surge of floodwater tore through communities along Cottonwood Creek Saturday in Orangeville, leaving behind mud, trees, debris and significant damage. Local officials say they are now preparing for another round of potentially heavy rain and the possibility that additional flooding could be even worse.
The Emery County Sheriff's Office announced that a Red Cross shelter was established at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints meetinghouse in Orangeville for any residents displaced due to flooding. Multiple homes and roadways were flooded in Emery County on Saturday, following heavy rains.
Severe flooding in Orangeville, Utah, displaced approximately 100 residents on Saturday night after Cottonwood Creek overflowed its banks. Emergency responders and community members are working to mitigate damage as residents brace for additional storms.
The American Red Cross has set up an emergency shelter at the Latter-day Saint church meetinghouse on Main Street in Orangeville. The Emery County Sheriff's Office said it will keep residents informed about sandbag distribution throught its Facebook page.
Heavy rainstorms impacting Emery County took their toll on Orangville on the afternoon of Saturday, Aug. Flooding ripped through the city’s Main Street, forcing evacuations and requiring assistance from emergency personnel.
ORANGEVILLE – A sudden round of intense storms moved through Emery County on Saturday afternoon, triggering rapid flash flooding that overwhelmed local waterways, submerged community recreation areas and apartments and sent emergency responders rushing to help slow the debris buildup. The heavy downpour quickly filled local canals and river channels, where thick debris quickly slowed the flow.
The 2026 Emery County Fair, themed "Built on Freedom. Powered by Generations," featured a diverse array of events in Castle Dale, including a high-stakes paintball chase for teenagers and various agricultural and community exhibitions. The fair included specialized programming such as the "Fugitives of Freedom" teen night and a variety of vendor and exhibition opportunities for local residents.
