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Stewart Elementary Announces October Kindness Theme and Upcoming Events
Stewart Elementary announced its October theme of kindness and shared several upcoming school events and deadlines in a report published October 2.
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A&E Oct. 1, 2026
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.
Utah Today Oct. 2, 2026
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.
Sports Edition Oct. 2, 2026
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.
Convergence Point will connect Utah research, talent and industry under one roof
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.
Utah’s housing market stabilizes slightly, but affordability barriers remain - @theU
Kem C. Gardner Institute Research finds high prices and borrowing costs continue to challenge buyers as Utah prepares for substantial housing demand.
Intermountain Healthcare Schedules BLS Skills Classes for November 2026
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 Discuss Rising Skills and Salary Trends in 2026-27 Season Opening
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 Releases Summer 2026 Innovation Review Focusing on Maintenance and Construction
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 Announces Upcoming Life-Saving Skills Classes in Utah and Idaho
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.
Wildfires Burn Over Half A Million Acres In Utah In 2026 | Basin Now
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 to join Statewide Read-A-Thon on Oct. 2
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.
Utah Ends 98-Year Federal Land Dispute With a $60 Million Settlement, But it Retains Mineral Rights in the Process
✅ 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.
Nation's Report Card Shows Declines in 8th-Grade Science and 12th-Grade Math and Reading; Last in a Series of Post-Pandemic NAEP Data
Contact: Stephaan Harris, stephaan.harris@ed.gov, 202-357-7504 Nation's Report Card Shows Declines in 8th-Grade Science and 12th-Grade Math and Reading; Last in a Series of Post-Pandemic NAEP Data (Sept. 9, 2025 — Washington, D.C.)
CTE Internship Program
One of the things there is to love about Nebo School District’s CTE internship program is just how d...
Beyond the Airframe: How Joby Aviation and Utah Are Building the Autonomous Sky
Joby Aviation (Santa Cruz, CA) demonstrated operational maturity by completing a coast-to-coast autonomous flight in a Cessna Caravan without pilot intervention. Backed by Utah’s 47G coalition and UDOT’s uFLY framework, the technology reimagines remote logistics, defense, and emergency aviation.
Unemployment Data Released For August 2026 | Basin Now
5%, down a tenth of a percentage point from its level in July. Approximately 64,100 Utahns are unemployed. 1%, unchanged from its level in July. 7% a year ago. 8% in August 2025. <2/11> Share on Facebook Share on X Share on LinkedIn Comments are currently closed.
UDOT leads five-state partnership to integrate advanced air mobility technologies
The Utah Department of Transportation is leading uFLY, a public-private partnership designed to integrate advanced air mobility technologies into the National Airspace System. This three-year initiative involves five western states working to test emerging aviation technologies in real-world conditions.
Antelope Elementary to Join Statewide Read-A-Thon on October 2
Antelope Elementary will participate in the Statewide Read-A-Thon on Friday, October 2. Students will spend one hour of the school day reading and are invited to wear comfortable clothing.
Falcon boys golf fifth in last regular region meet
Free Press The Skyridge boys golf team wrapped up the regular season by competing in the Region 3 match play tournament, a pro-style event that does not count in any state standings. The Falcons played a qualifier round on September 24 against American Fork to determine who would advance to the league semifinals.
Utah takes center stage in the future of autonomous aviation
First-of-its-kind crosscountry demonstration by Joby Aviation puts Utah in the spotlight as a national leader in advanced air mobility technologies SALT LAKE CITY, UT (Sept. 30, 2026) — The Utah Department of Transportation welcomed Joby Aviation today as the company remotely operated its supervised autonomous J208 aircraft, equipped with Superpilot™ autonomous flight technology, in Utah. […]
Senator Curtis: U.S. Senate Passes Wildfire Emissions Prevention Act | Basin Now
Senate unanimously passed the Wildfire Emissions Prevention Act on Tuesday following a unanimous consent request made by Utah’s Senator John Curtis, sending it now to the House of Representatives. Speaking before the vote, Senator Curtis said, “The people of Utah are not looking for an emissions loophole.
Black Desert Resort to Host Bank of Utah Championship
Black Desert Resort will host the Bank of Utah Championship, which is the second of eight FedExCup Fall events scheduled for 2026. According to a September 29 report, the course features a unique layout designed by Tom Weiskopf.
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 PUBLIC NOTICE Please be advised that on October 1, 2026, the City Council of the City of St George approved the following ordinance(s): Ordinance No.
Flea Beetles, Cabbage Aphids, Pythium Fruit Rot, and Wireworms – IPM Pest Advisories
Print or PDF In this Issue Eggplant, potato, and tomatillo: Flea beetles have been seen in northern Utah. Populations are small and damage is minimal this time of year, so no control is recommended. Brassicas: Infestations of cabbage aphid ar
The Trump admin blocked nearly $2M for projects at Utah’s national parks. Here’s what won’t get done.
Conservation groups planned to help Utah’s national parks with major projects next year, ranging from surveys of newly exposed shorelines around Lake Powell to whittling down the backlog of historical preservation needs at Capitol Reef National Park. People line up to take a photo under Delicate Arch inside Arches National Park near Moab on Thursday, April 9.
Murray Hearing Officer Meeting Scheduled for September 9
A public meeting for the Murray Hearing Officer has been scheduled for September 9, 2026. The agenda includes a business item regarding a nonconforming self-storage facility expansion.
Murray High School to Host Senior College and Career Readiness Meetings
Murray High School announced that the counseling department will host Plan for College and Career Readiness meetings for seniors. These sessions are intended to assist students with graduation requirements and post-secondary planning.
Spartan Invite Open Race to Support Murray High School Cross Country
The Spartan Invite Open Race is scheduled for September 25 to support the Murray High School Cross Country Team. The event features a 1.5-mile run around Murray Park.
Mayor Brett Hales holds office in Murray
Mayor Brett Hales serves as the mayor of Murray, according to a city directory as of March 19, 2026.
New MRI machine uses AI to reduce time, make clearer images at Intermountain Medical Center
Intermountain Health's hospital in Murray is the second in the U.S. to use an innovative MRI machine with advanced technology and AI software that can improve diagnosis.
Murray Architectural Review Committee Discusses Plan Amendments
The Murray Architectural Review Committee met on June 25, 2026, to discuss potential amendments and upcoming meetings regarding the City Center Form-Based Code.
Murray City School District Shares Guidance On Student Illness And Attendance
A notice from the Murray City School District provides guidance for parents regarding when a child should stay home from school due to illness. The information highlights the impact of absences on student achievement and offers a reference guide for managing symptoms.
Intermountain Medical Center Brings Innovative MRI Technology to Utah
Intermountain Medical Center in Murray has become the first hospital in Utah to utilize GE HealthCare’s SIGNA Sprint Elite MRI technology. The new system uses AI software to provide clearer images and faster scan times for cancer and heart patients.
Murray Architectural Review Committee Meeting Scheduled for August 27
According to an August 25 notice, the Murray City Center Form Based Code Architectural Review Committee was scheduled to meet on August 27, 2026.
Murray Architectural Review Committee Schedules August Meeting
The Murray City Architectural Review Committee scheduled a meeting for August 27, 2026, to discuss City Center form-based code. The agenda includes approving minutes and reviewing plan amendments for a project on 4800 South State Street.