Independent candidate Patrick Belmont issued a 10-page assessment critiquing the draft Environmental Impact Statement for the Logan River Watershed Project. Belmont expressed concerns regarding water demand reduction and the impact on the Great Salt Lake.
Three Utah athletes, including Green Canyon graduates Silas Bell and Blake Holt, represented Team USA at the World Junior Ultimate Championships in Spain this July. The group secured medals in both the men's and mixed divisions during the biennial tournament held in Logroño.
Published August 26, 2026 at 4:00 AM MDT Francisco Kjolseth / The Salt Lake Tribune A scorched hillside shows the aftermath of the Canyon Road Fire in Logan. Officials say the fire was caused by spontaneous combustion. A careless camper abandoning dangerously glowing embers.
The Cache County Sheriff's Office has released photos as they seek public assistance in identifying suspects involved in Logan Canyon vandalism. The incident involved the unauthorized use of heavy machinery, resulting in over $60,000 in damages.
LOGAN, Utah (ABC4) — A Logan man was sentenced to prison after sexually assaulting a 13-year-old girl he met on Snapchat in 2025. In 2025, Walter Adonay Vasquez-Aguilar, 21, was charged with rape of a child, sodomy upon a child, object rape of a child touching, and aggravated sexual abuse of a child.
Robert Craig "Bob" Phillips, a farmer and contractor, died on August 21, 2026, at age 82. He is survived by his wife, Rainie, and several children, siblings, and grandchildren.
LOGAN — A 21-year-old Logan man has been sentenced to prison for raping a 13-year-old girl from North Logan. Walter Adonay Vasquez-Aguilar was originally arrested and booked into the Cache County Jail on Oct. 21, 2025.
Danna May Montgomery of Lewiston passed away on August 21, 2026. Funeral services are scheduled for August 28, 2026, at Allen-Hall Mortuary in Logan, Utah.
The Cache Valley Chamber of Commerce has announced the Cache Business Women’s Conference, an event scheduled for October 28, 2026. The conference aims to provide professional growth, networking, and inspiration for women in the Cache Valley business community.
A memorial notice for Gail Bird Weinshenker has been published. The notice includes a request for donations to a local organization in Logan, Utah.
Recent obituary listings from the Logan Herald Journal include notices for Ruby Fay Edwards and Danna May Montgomery.
The Erda Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit for a private road at 4125 Palmer Road during a meeting held on August 11, 2026. The approval includes specific requirements for maintenance agreements and road connectivity.
Halloween celebrations in Logan and the surrounding Cache Valley area include a variety of community events throughout October. Activities range from downtown treat walks and pumpkin festivals to themed dances and haunted attractions.
The Cache County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an incident in Logan Canyon where vandals used heavy machinery to cause significant property damage. The destruction included traffic control equipment and several trees.
The Logan Municipal Council has postponed a workshop discussion regarding proposed electricity rate increases for residential, commercial, and industrial customers. The council is scheduled to review the resolution at its next meeting.
A Hyrum man faces 10 felony counts for sexual exploitation of a minor following an investigation by the Logan City Police Department. Authorities arrested the suspect after discovering explicit photos and videos of children on his phone.
The Utah Mammoth roster features a blend of veteran presence and emerging talent, highlighted by significant long-term contract extensions for players like Logan Cooley and Nick Schmaltz. The team maintains a physical profile with an average player age of 28.08 and an average height of 6'1".
The Logan Municipal Council voted to reduce wetland protection setbacks to accommodate city growth. The new regulations replace a previous 50-foot no-development buffer with varied setbacks based on development type.
A 31-year-old tattoo artist pleaded guilty to sexual battery following an incident involving a female customer. Douglas S. Chavez accepted a plea deal prior to his scheduled trial.
Heartcode PALS training was offered to healthcare professionals to improve outcomes for pediatric patients. The curriculum focused on managing respiratory emergencies, shock, and cardiopulmonary arrest.
A Heartsaver CPR AED Skills Class was scheduled for Oct. 15, 2026, at Logan Regional Hospital. The course was designed to train participants in providing CPR and using an AED.
An escalating trade dispute between the United States and Canada is creating significant economic uncertainty for Utah businesses, according to trade experts. The conflict, marked by recent breakdowns in negotiations and new tariffs on automobiles, threatens Utah's substantial export market to Canada.
LOGAN CANYON, Utah, Aug. 24, 2026 (Gephardt Daily) — Logan Canyon has reopened after its closure for the Blind Hollow Fire. “Expect delays by Blind Hollow/Temple Fork as firefighters continue to build containment and mop up the Blind Hollow Fire,” said a Utah Fire Info notice posted at 12:27 p.m. Monday.
LOGAN – What follows is a letter jointly signed by Dan N. Johnson, former Utah lawmaker representing District 3, and Utah State University historian F. Ross Peterson.
last night. Forest Service, said today the fire actually burned only six acres. Just a couple hours after it started, the severe thunderstorm came through, and the heavy rain really helped the firefighters out quite a bit, Pagnocco said.
The Logan Library offered various youth programs including storytime sessions, drawing clubs, and reading challenges. These initiatives focused on early literacy and creative activities for children in the Logan area.
LOGAN — A 43-year-old Logan man has confessed to his involvement in an assault that left a man with severe injuries. Kelly G. Olson was originally arrested following the assault in October 2025.
Investigators have determined that the Logan's Canyon Road Fire was caused by a compost pile at Utah State University. The fire occurred earlier this month, following a period where the university's High Elements Challenge Course was permanently closed.
The Logan Municipal Council approved revised Logan Light and Power rates and fees during its August 18 meeting, a decision that will lead to a modest electric rate increase effective Oct. 1. The action follows a series of fiscal workshops and truth in taxation meetings held throughout the summer of 2026.
 LEGAL NOTICE DISPOSITION OF REAL PROPERTY The Logan Municipal Council will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, September 15, 2025, in the Logan Municipal Council Chambers, 290 North 100 West, Logan, Utah, not before 5:30 p.m. to allow public comment on the proposed disposition of
Dave Kragthorpe, the former Idaho State head coach who led the Bengals to their only national football championship in 1981, died Sunday at age 93. A Utah State Hall of Famer and former professional player, Kragthorpe was remembered by former players and colleagues as a respected leader and a person of high character.
Firefighters are battling a wildfire in Logan Canyon near Temple Fork. U.S. Highway 89 is closed from the canyon mouth to the Rich County line as campers are evacuated.
The official cause of the Canyon Road Fire has been released, more than three weeks after the fire started near Utah State University. The July 31 fire ultimately burned just over 17 acres. While the fire was relatively small, its proximity to homes and other structures raised concerns as flames spread through dry vegetation.
Ivan Joseph Atkinson passed away on August 16, 2026, at the Rocky Mountain Care Center in Logan, Utah. He was 58 years old.
Mountain Crest High School defeated the Wasatch Wasps 46-15 in a varsity football matchup on Aug. 21, 2026. The victory moves Mountain Crest to a 1-1-0 record for the season.
Logan City Fire responded to a collision involving an SUV and a semi-truck early Wednesday morning on August 19, 2026. The accident resulted in serious injuries for a passenger in the SUV, though the vehicle narrowly avoided a direct hit with the trailer.
An 18-year-old driver survived a collision with a semi-trailer in Logan after the impact narrowly missed causing fatal injuries. Authorities are investigating potential alcohol involvement in the early morning crash.
The 2026 USU Production Horticulture Field Day was scheduled for August 19 at the Greenville Research Farm. The event featured three tracks focused on vegetable and cut flower crop production.
