BYU football's defense has established itself as a national powerhouse under associate head coach and defensive coordinator Jay Hill, building on a successful tenure that includes multiple top-25 statistical rankings. The defensive unit's dominance was highlighted by a 41-13 victory over Southern Illinois on Aug. 31, 2024, and has continued through a highly successful stint in the Big 12 Conference.
Superintendent Jennifer Covington presented a report on the first-year progress of the Murray City School District's 2025–2030 Strategic Plan to the Board of Education. The report detailed performance metrics regarding student achievement, safety, and operational management.
An explainer regarding the Salt Lake County Recorder's Office and its relationship to Murray residents.
Murray High School announced an upcoming homecoming football game against East High School featuring a special halftime performance and a tribute to Chief Craig Burnett.
Murray High School has announced two medical internship opportunities for the second semester. Interested students can apply through the school's application link before the October 30th deadline.
Murray High School held its Spartan Spec event on September 16. The event featured various musical and dance performances alongside school traditions.
The Murray City Municipal Council will hold a public hearing on October 6, 2026, regarding a proposed resolution to waive fees for the Exchange Club of Murray. The waiver would allow for a free community event at Constitution Circle in Murray Park to honor veterans.
Murray City School District is seeing significant growth in its Gifted and Talented Program, with student participation projected to increase substantially for the 2026–2027 school year. The district has transitioned from a single magnet program to a model that integrates advanced learning into neighborhood school classrooms.
Murray City School District announced that fall semester parent-teacher conferences are scheduled for the week of September 20, 2026. The district noted that student attendance and academic performance are linked to parental involvement.
MUNICIPAL BUILDING AUTHORITY OF MURRAY CITY UTAH BOARD OF TRUSTEES Meeting Minutes – Tuesday, June 2, 2026 Murray City Hall, 10 East 4800 South, Council Chambers, Murray, Utah 84107 Attendance: Municipal Building Authority Board of Trustees: Paul Pickett District #1 – President/T
The Murray City School District Board of Education held a regular and study session on September 17, 2026, at the District Office.
The Murray City School District Board of Education is considering the closure of Liberty Elementary School and associated boundary changes. A public hearing is scheduled for October 1, 2026, to gather community input.
The Murray Senior Recreation Center Advisory Board is scheduled to meet on September 23, 2026. The agenda includes updates on construction projects and upcoming special events.
PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Murray City Municipal Council will hold a City Council meeting beginning at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 in the Murray City Council Chambers located at Murray City Hall, 10 East 4800 South, Murray, Utah. The public may view the Co
Murray City School District announced the upcoming SightFest event, which provides free eye exams and prescription glasses to qualifying students. The event is scheduled for November 19, 2026, at the District Office.
The Murray History Advisory Board has scheduled a meeting for September 23, 2026. The agenda includes a museum summer recap and exhibit brainstorming.
Murray City School District has posted a job opening for a part-time Special Education Para-educator at Horizon Elementary. The position is a TA III classification with an application deadline of September 21, 2026.
The Murray Parent Teacher Association announced an upcoming Meet the Candidates event scheduled for Oct. 19, 2026. The event aims to connect voters with various political candidates in an informal setting.
The Murray Redevelopment Agency has scheduled a board meeting for September 15, 2026, to discuss several redevelopment projects and administrative items.
The Murray Planning and Zoning Commission has scheduled a meeting for September 17, 2026, to discuss several land use items. The agenda includes subdivision reviews, conditional use permits, and a proposed amendment to the General Plan.
A Personnel Advisory Board meeting for the municipality of Murray was canceled. The notice was posted to the city's website.
The Murray City Council scheduled a meeting for Sept. 15, 2026, to discuss several items, including budget amendments and signage ordinances.
The Murray Library Board of Trustees has scheduled a meeting for September 17, 2026. The agenda includes discussions on real property and library policies.
Murray City School District held a groundbreaking ceremony for the $13 million Healthcare Academy APEX Center on the Murray High School campus. The new facility was funded by a grant from the Utah State Board of Education.
Murray High School announced the schedule for Homecoming Week. The week includes various dress-up days and several scheduled activities.
A September 10 notice from the City of Murray announced the cancellation of a scheduled Committee of the Whole work session. The meeting was originally scheduled for September 15, 2026.
“I’m under contract on a condo in Murray; it suits me, it has the amenities I wanted. “Sort of, drive till you qualify component. “That 91% sounds scary but again it means there’s lots of homes available right now for under the median price, if you’re flexible in what you’re looking for," he said.
PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Murray City Municipal Council will hold a City Council meeting beginning at 6:35 p.m. on Tuesday, September 15, 2026 in the Murray City Council Chambers located at Murray City Hall, 10 East 4800 South, Murray, Utah. The public may view the C
MURRAY CITY MUNICIPAL COUNCIL TRUTH IN TAXATION MEETING Minutes of Tuesday, August 11, 2026 Murray City Hall, 10 East 4800 South, Council Chambers, Murray, Utah 84107 Attendance: Council Members: Paul Pickett District #1 Pam Cotter District #2 Clark Bullen District #3 Diane Turne
BYU quarterback Bear Bachmeier spoke to local reporters for the first time in more than a month on Tuesday, addressing last Saturday’s 17-10 win over TCU and looking ahead to Friday’s Big 12 showdown with Iowa State. Cougars on the air Iowa State (3-2, 1-1) at No.
State wildlife biologists found live adult zebra mussels below Westwater Recreation Area last month, which were confirmed by lab testing on Wednesday, according to the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources. Zebra mussels, much like quagga mussels that have been found before in Utah, are invasive and clog pipes and infrastructure, which can potentially cause millions in damage.
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.
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.
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
“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
The Dixie L. Leavitt School of Business has scheduled a Management Club opening social for Oct. 8, 2026.
