GARFIELD CO. – Washed-out roads, damaged irrigation systems and severe erosion were among the problems facing Garfield County following recent flooding. At the Garfield County Commission's Oct. 26 meeting, officials reported particularly heavy damage in Henrieville, along with problems around Escalante, Boulder Mountain, Tropic and Cannonville.
A flood warning remains in effect for the San Juan River through Thursday afternoon, with officials warning that river levels are expected to rise and crest near 23.5 feet. The surge follows unprecedented rainfall in the Four Corners region that previously caused significant flooding in Bluff and surrounding communities.
The University of Utah urged fans to keep their behavior respectful during and after Saturday’s football game against BYU at Rice-Eccles Stadium. The game was scheduled to begin at 10 a.m. Nov. 7. The university encouraged fans to cheer for the Utes while respecting opposing fans and avoiding personal attacks, vulgar chants and discriminatory or derogatory language.
The Carolina Hurricanes maintain their position as the top-ranked team in the NHL through early November 2026, holding a significant lead over the second-place Edmonton Oilers. While Carolina continues its dominance, the Edmonton Oilers have climbed seven spots in recent power rankings, and the Colorado Avalanche have seen the largest jump in the league.
USU Extension press release Utah State University Extension wants to ensure it has programming in place to meet Utahns’ future needs as our population continues to age. If you are a Utah resident and are 55 years old or older, we would like to hear from you so you can help shape our future educational efforts.
The Eagles battled throughout the opening quarter, led by six points from redshirt freshman Peyton Behnke. Despite the strong start from Behnke, Eastern trailed the Trappers 17-14 after the first period. Eastern found success at the free-throw line in the second quarter, converting five of six attempts to help the Eagles score 14 points in the period.
Game Recap: Women’s Volleyball | 10/31/2026 3:21:00 PM | Jose Briseno – Assistant SID The Utah State Eastern women’s volleyball team closed out its regular season with two losses to No. 4 Salt Lake Community College, finishing the weekend as the No.
Posted - Nov. 3, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. Bridger Beal-Cvetko KSL Daniel Woodruff Vote Here signs are pictured at the Salt Lake County Government Center in Salt Lake City on Tuesday, June 23, 2026.
A storm system that pushed Utah over the weekend was mostly gone by Monday morning, but not before bumping statewide soil moisture levels to heights never recorded before. "We're kind of in uncharted territory," said Jordan Clayton, a hydrologist for the Natural Resources Conservation Service and director of the Utah Snow Survey.
Bureau of Land Management press release EMERY – To protect the long-term health of wild horses and the rangelands they depend on, the Bureau of Land Management has approved a new management plan for the Muddy Creek Herd Management Area in Utah’s San Rafael Swell region. The region’s wild horse population has grown to more than twice the level the range can sustainably support.
A report published November 1 outlines five key storylines for Sunday's NHL schedule. Highlights include Connor McDavid's pursuit of continued success and Kirill Kaprizov's proximity to a major milestone.
SALT LAKE CITY – The Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation (DOR) has awarded more than $2.1 million to twenty-four projects through its latest Off-Highway Vehicle Recreation (OHVR) Grant cycle. The funding will support trail improvements and access, search and rescue operations, rider education and efforts to protect and expand motorized recreation opportunities across Utah.
Carolina holds the top spot in the NHL power rankings for a fourth consecutive week, according to a November 2 report. Edmonton rose to third place, while Winnipeg experienced a significant drop to 28th.
Travis Konecny recorded a goal and an assist in his first game following a three-week injury to help the Philadelphia Flyers defeat the Utah Mammoth 6-3 on Sunday.
Entertainment Television He went behind bars for Netflix. The biggest takeaway had nothing to do with prison. Netflix revived the Stanford Prison Experiment. One participant found an unexpected lesson in life without technology. In the summer of 1971, a psychological study at Stanford University plunged into chaos.
Power rankings for Oct. 25-Nov. 1 For the first time ever, the Deseret News NHL power rankings are here. The formula combines each team’s current position in the standings (based on points percentage) with their record over the previous week and a number of other factors.
Both teams have won rivalry games with the help of turnovers. Why would this edition be any different? Nothing turns an emotional football game faster than a turnover. No one knows that better than the Cougars and Utes.
Ken Russell's The Devils has been re-released in 4k for your viewing eyes, marking this the first time the film has been presented since 1971, in its rawest, uncensored form. The Devils follows Urbain Grandier, played by Oliver Reed (The Brood, Gladiator), who has been tasked with governing the small French town of Loudun, while both managing his duties as priest and sleeping his way around town.
President Donald Trump signed a proclamation on Oct. 22 calling imported wind turbines a national security threat while simultaneously unlocking up to $150 million for expanding domestic oil refining capacity. Rocky Mountain Power says ratepayers shouldn't worry, pointing to long-term contracts and the ability to source turbine components domestically.
As the Salt Palace Convention Center faces construction that will halve its size, FanX Salt Lake is bringing back spring convention dates for the first time since 2019. FanX Spring 2027 is being held between March 11 and 13, 2027. Tickets go on sale Wednesday at noon, and the convention is warning that attendance is limited as organizers are operating with roughly half of their usual space.
HILL AIR FORCE BASE, Utah, Nov. 3, 2026 (Gephardt Daily) — A man was arrested Tuesday for allegedly leaving a 6-month-old baby on a curb at Hill Air Force Base. The man, Siliato Tavale, then reportedly called the child’s mother to tell her to pick up the infant.
USU Blanding is hosting a donation drive for southeastern Utah communities through November 6, 2026. The drive seeks various items including food, clothing, and hygiene products to support local families.
One of the Department of Justice’s (DOJ) most important missions is ensuring election integrity, supporting free and fair elections, and protecting the right to vote for U.S. citizens across the United States. The DOJ has sent election monitors in support of this mission since the enactment of the Voting Rights Act in 1965 across all Administrations.
South Sevier High School is proud to present the new musical “All Shook Up”. This fun, fast paced musical is inspired by Shakespeare's “Twelfth Night” and features the music of Elvis Presley.
DELTA — A cat found in an area outside of Delta was confirmed to have rabies, the Central Utah Health Department announced on Monday. The indoor/outdoor pet was suspected of contracting rabies through contact with a wild animal, according to the health department.
The No. 2 Skyridge girls volleyball team battled to the very end against No. 1 Corner Canyon (29-3), finishing an outstanding season with a 25-7 record and the second-place trophy at the conclusion of the 6A state tournament on October 28.
U.S. employers ramped up their job postings in September as stronger economic growth may be encouraging more hiring. Yet voters are headed to the polls Tuesday largely gloomy over an economy beset by higher prices. U.S. job openings jumped to 7.5 million from a revised 7.19 million in August, the Labor Department reported Tuesday.
Travis Konecny recorded a goal and an assist in his return from a lower-body injury to help the Philadelphia Flyers secure a 6-3 victory over the Utah Mammoth on Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026. The win snapped a three-game losing skid for Philadelphia and marked their highest single-game scoring output of the season.
Voters will decide who will represent Utah in Washington and in the state government, in addition to voting on constitutional amendments that could affect residents. Learn about the voting options, key dates, and the change affecting mail-in ballots.
Two people were rescued from the roof of their vehicle after becoming stranded while attempting to cross the river below Gunlock Falls on Monday morning. Multiple agencies, including search-and-rescue personnel from the Washington County Sheriff’s Office, brought them both safely back to shore.
San Antonio • There’s no denying the season hasn’t gone as planned for the Utah Jazz. After losing 119-97 to the San Antonio Spurs on Monday, the Jazz fell to 1-6 — tied for the third-worst start in franchise history through seven games. In a season the organization wanted to actually try and win games again, the Jazz have stumbled out of the gate — to put it lightly.
One man was taken to the hospital with a suspected broken leg after falling from a rappel line along a Snow Canyon trail Sunday afternoon. Washington County Sheriff's Sgt. Jacob Paul said the call came in at approximately 2:11 p.m. The incident took place near the Johnson Arch area of Johnson Canyon in Snow Canyon State Park.
A stroke survivor unexpectedly found a new hobby and a new direction in life after a specialized therapy, currently being studied at the University of Utah, helped him regain the use of his left hand. David Wilson, 64, was a retired school principal who went skiing 60 times per year and was a six handicap in golf prior to his stroke, which happened in January 2024.
Happy Election Day, Utah! It'll be a cool, dry day across the state today, but the San Juan River could still see some flooding. A slight disturbance will bring some showers for the midweek before quickly drying back out.
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is set to sell the site of the tragedy. Church officials have drawn up a contract to unload the meetinghouse at 660 N. Redwood Road in the Fairpark neighborhood of Utah’s capital to developer Garbett Homes.
Bodum USA is recalling about 5.9 million French press coffee makers with replaceable glass carafes because the carafe can break during use if it is cracked or damaged. Stirring coffee with a metal spoon can damage the glass, creating a risk of serious burn injuries.
The San Antonio Spurs extended their winning streak to five games with a 119-97 victory over the Utah Jazz on Monday night, led by Dylan Harper and Victor Wembanyama. The loss dropped the Jazz to a 1-6 record, leaving them in last place in the Western Conference.
The No. 2 Skyridge girls volleyball team swept through the first two rounds of the 6A state tournament on October 27 to earn a spot in the semifinals, where the Falcons prevailed in an epic match over scrappy American Fork on October 28 to earn a ticket to the championship contest later that day.
The Utah Division of Licensing and Background Checks has proposed a repeal and readoption of rules governing outdoor youth programs, introducing new requirements for suicide prevention and discharge planning. The proposal, which concluded its public comment period on November 2, 2026, seeks to modernize regulations for congregate care and supervise youth more strictly.
Today’s the day! Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. as Utah voters decide on who will represent them in offices everywhere from their local county government to Washington, D.C. More than 1.7 million Utahns are registered to vote, according to Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson’s office.
