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Wayne School District Releases October 2026 Activities Calendar
An activities calendar for the Wayne School District outlines upcoming athletic competitions and district meetings scheduled through late October 2026.
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Hanksville Scheduled Work Meeting for September 17, 2026
The Town of Hanksville scheduled a work meeting for September 17, 2026. The meeting will address council member assignments and a mayor report.
Wayne School District Held September 2026 Board Meeting
The Wayne School District held a board meeting on September 9, 2026, at Wayne High School.
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A 'wish list' for Ryan Smith
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Zion National Park highway set to reopen after rockfall
A major roadway through Zion National Park is set to fully reopen more than a week after access was severely restricted following a large rockfall. The National Park Service said the Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway will reopen Friday, allowing visitors to resume travel through the park's eastern areas.
No. 17 Utah State Soccer to Host Washington State and Play Boise State
No. 17 Utah State women's soccer will host Washington State on Oct. 8 before traveling to face Boise State on Oct. 11. The Aggies enter the week with a 9-2-2 record and a 2-0-0 mark in Pac-12 play.
Flu season arriving early in Utah; health experts urge vaccination
Speaking from Intermountain Medical Center, Dr. "We are having the number of cases now that we had starting in November last year," Sheffield said. "Health experts recommend several steps to reduce the risk of infection, including frequent handwashing, avoiding contact with sick individuals and staying home when ill.
Utah State vs. Washington State: How to watch, listen to or stream the game
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LJ Martin's injury poses stiff challenge to No. 8 BYU's offense as Cougars host Iowa State
An injury to LJ Martin changes everything for No. Martin is expected to be sidelined for four to six weeks after suffering a lower-body injury against TCU. Martin's absence is a significant blow to BYU's offense. He was the Big 12's leading rusher last season, tallying 1,305 yards and 12 touchdowns.
Moran Research and Surgical Expertise Highlighted at AAO 2026
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Invasive zebra mussels have made their way to the Utah portion of the Colorado River
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Mendenhall sees offensive progress as Utah State prepares for Washington State
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Bear Lake Special Service District to Hold Wastewater Impact Fee Hearing Oct. 15
The Bear Lake Special Service District Board will hold a public hearing on Oct. 15, 2026, regarding wastewater impact fee facilities plans, impact fee analysis, and impact fee enactment. The meeting is scheduled to take place in Garden City.
Booker becomes Stanley’s first NBA player partner with new collection
“Stanley 1913 and I share a love for quality and design, which is what made this partnership feel authentic from the start,” said Booker. “We created a capsule inspired by the moments that people don’t see — my offseason road trips, hikes with my dogs, and game nights with friends.
Forest Service is fighting fire with fire – Deseret News
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Civilian aircraft lands on Hill Air Force Base after experiencing engine issues
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Utah Avalanche Center prepares for winter
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University of Utah gets $7.5M federal grant to advance domestic critical minerals search
's Department of Materials Science and Engineering and the project's principal investigator, said in a statement. Regional strategies for domestic production Utah Gov. Currently, China controls over 90% of the world's refinery production of key components in electronics, according to data from the Institute for Energy Research.
1 injured as DUI driver damages popular State Room venue
Visit Advertiser websiteGO TO PAGEOne vehicle crashed into the venue, causing considerable damage to the front of The State Room. "We're doing everything we can to get back up and running for the shows this weekend, but we ask for some patience and understanding as things may evolve," the venue posted.
Private plane makes emergency landing inside Hill Air Force Base | KSL.com
MARKETPLACE Classifieds Cars Log in MARKETPLACE Classifieds Cars Log in Private plane makes emergency landing inside Hill Air Force Base Posted - Oct. Joe R. Wirthlin Jr KSL A civilian plane landed just inside the north gate of Hill Air Force Base on Thursday, prompting emergency crews to respond.
North Valley PD to reevaluate agreement with ICE after multiple detained in ride-alongs
North Valley Police Chief Steve Gray said the department is reevaluating its agreement with Immigration and Customs Enforcement after five people were detained during a set of ride-alongs late last month. Chief Gray said the police department signed a Memorandum of Understanding with ICE about two months ago.
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Swire Coca-Cola USA sees growth after Spokane Valley facility expansion
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Una avioneta despegó y minutos después tuvo que aterrizar de emergencia cerca de la Base Aérea Hill
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Zion Highway Closure Could Last Several Weeks - Mid-Utah Radio
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BYU Basketball Fans Celebrate Marriott Madness at Marriott Center
BYU basketball fans gathered at the Marriott Center on Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2026, for the annual Marriott Madness event. The festivities featured fan games, musical performances, and player introductions for both the men's and women's teams.
Alpine School District Uses $15 Million in Trust Lands to Support Classrooms
In an undated notice from Alpine School District, officials explained how School Community Councils direct millions of dollars in Trust Lands revenue to local classrooms. This funding, which does not require additional taxpayer money, is managed through the Learning And Nurturing Development program to address specific school needs.
El Salvador’s Consul General Visits Timpanogos Elementary for Hispanic Heritage Month
Timpanogos Elementary students concluded a series of Hispanic Heritage Month visits from international representatives with Fernando Pérez, Consul General of El Salvador in Utah. Speaking in Spanish, Pérez introduced students to El Salvador’s culture, traditions and national symbols, inviting them to compare what they knew about the Central American country with their own experiences. He began by asking students about their favorite foods, the weather and familiar American traditions, incl
Author Karla Arenas Valenti Brings María Mariposa to Franklin and Timpanogos Elementary
“Raise your hand if you’ve ever felt lonely.” Children’s author Karla Arenas Valenti posed the question to students during recent visits to Franklin and Timpanogos Elementary Schools, where she shared her picture book María Mariposa as part of Operation Literacy’s Book Drop program. The program is organized by the nonprofit Operation Literacy that brings authors to Title I schools and provides students with books of their own. Throughout the reading, Valenti occasionally spoke Spanish and paused
Management Club Opening Social Scheduled for Oct. 8 at SUU
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Utah’s MUSS is finally showing up early to football games. Here’s what changed.
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Isaias Intensifies into Atlantic's First Hurricane Ahead of Gulf Coast Landfall
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A new film makes the case that an 1844 photo shows the face of Joseph Smith
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Most Utahns oppose building more data centers. Here’s what they want done about them.
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Box Elder School District Schedules Oct. 14 Board Meeting
The Box Elder School District has scheduled a school board meeting for Oct. 14, 2026, to provide district updates. This meeting follows the appointment of A.J. Gilmore as Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Learning for Secondary Education earlier this year.