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North Summit tops Juab 3-0 in girls volleyball

North Summit (Coalville) beat Juab (Nephi) 3-0 in girls volleyball on Wednesday, Oct. 7, according to the Utah High School Activities Association (UHSAA) scoreboard.

Juab County to Hold Hearing on S and S Development Zone Change

The Juab County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Oct. 21, 2026, to discuss a zone change request from S and S Development, LLC. The request involves changing the zoning of a parcel in Section 30 to Industrial (ID) for potential development into a small industrial park.

Richfield tops Juab 3-0 in 3A girls soccer

Richfield beat Juab (Nephi) 3-0 in 3A girls soccer on Tuesday, Oct. 6, according to the Utah High School Activities Association (UHSAA) scoreboard.

Prep Sports Roundup: 10/2 - Mid-Utah Radio

Football 3A South NEPHI, Utah-Price Armstrong threw four touchdown passes and the Juab Wasps blitzed Richfield 37-21 on Senior Night Friday night in 3A South play. Colton White had a 54-yard touchdown run in the loss for the Wildcats. 2A South MONROE, Utah-Rayce Freeman ran for six scores and the South Sevier Rams surged past Emery 56-33 in 2A South football play Friday.

Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway to reopen after large rockfall

ZION NATIONAL PARK (ABC4) — Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway is set to reopen on October 9 after a large rockfall. On September 30, a large rock formation collapsed on part of the Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway, damaging the road and blocking travel. Due to this, the park partially closed the highway so that crews could effectively respond.

via ABC 4StatewideOctober 8, 2026

With depleted running backs room, can Bachmeier expand and elevate Cougars attack?

This article was first published in the Cougar Insiders newsletter Tuesday. Sign up to receive the newsletter in your inbox each week. Will that happen? It could, but the sloppy, close game at TCU could save them. BYU made enough mistakes and had enough execution problems on offense to make this week a hard-knocks lesson on the whiteboards.

via Deseret NewsStatewideOctober 8, 2026

Tropical moisture brings heavy rain and flooding threat to Utah this weekend

The eyes of much of the nation are on Hurricane Isaias which is forecast to make landfall on the gulf coast early this weekend. A strong fall storm over the Pacific Northwest is forecast to drop southward into California on Sunday.

via Fox 13StatewideOctober 8, 2026

WATCH: 4th Congressional District Debate with Mike Kennedy and Jonny Larsen

Republican Mike Kennedy and Democrat Jonny Larsen. This will be the first general election since Utah adopted its new congressional map. House of Representatives. Join Utah Public Radio for the 2nd Congressional District debate Tuesday, Oct.

via upr.orgStatewideOctober 8, 2026

Utah-based Crumbl sees dozens of store closures, CEO takes blame

During a presentation to franchisees last month, CEO Jason McGowan said things had been "painful" and admitted that "I'm the CEO and the buck stops with me. While the cookie maker still has more than 1,000 locations, 57 stores have closed this year, and at least 55 franchises are up for sale.

via Fox 13StatewideOctober 8, 2026

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. Visit Advertiser websiteGO TO PAGEMartin's absence is a significant blow to BYU's offense.

via Fox 13StatewideOctober 8, 2026

Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway Faces Construction and Parking Fullness

The Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway (SR-9) is experiencing ongoing construction and traffic updates, including fiber optic installation and parking availability alerts. UDOT reports occasional one-way traffic and delays due to construction projects in the Zion National Park area.

StatewideLa VerkinOctober 8, 2026

Robin Goomes Wins Third Consecutive Red Bull Rampage Women's Title

Robin Goomes secured a historic third consecutive victory at the 2026 Red Bull Rampage women's finals. She achieved this feat by scoring a 93.5 on her second run, narrowly defeating Hannah Bergemann.

StatewideOctober 8, 2026

Utah Launches ARCH Project to Support Homeless Repeat Offenders

Utah launched the ARCH Project on Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026, to support individuals who repeatedly cycle through the criminal justice, shelter, and emergency room systems. The program provides resources such as employment skills and treatment to misdemeanor offenders to break the cycle of recidivism and homelessness.

StatewideOctober 8, 2026

Parents not notified of Viewmont High counselor's arrest for enticing a minor

“I’m absolutely shocked,” said Raquel Swain, the mother of a student at Viewmont, who revealed her son, a former student, had Keddington as a counselor. District spokesman Chris Williams said anyone with additional information about Keddington, who was placed on leave, should contact police.

via KUTVStatewideOctober 8, 2026

Foundation honors those making a lasting impact on students’ lives

Kaysville Mayor Tami Tran accepts the President's Award at the Davis Technical College Foundation Life-Changer luncheon. Tran is also running for a Utah State Senate seat in November. (Becky Ginos/Davis Journal) KAYSVILLE—When Torri Fonger was 15 she experienced a difficult healthcare situation that inspired her to become a nurse.

via davisjournal.comStatewideOctober 8, 2026

Mother arrested for suspected child abuse, accused of serving 13-year-old son spoiled meat

GEORGE, Utah (ABC4) — A southern Utah mother has been arrested after her 13-year-old son ran away from home and claimed she was serving him spoiled meat. Erika Leyva Gutierrez, 38, has been arrested on suspicion of aggravated child abuse (first-deree felony).

via ABC 4StatewideOctober 8, 2026

Uranium, National Monuments and Utah’s Atomic Legacy

The high desert of deep greens, reds, tans and towering sandstone holds some of the most spectacular landscapes in the country and thousands of years of ancient — along with present-day — human history. But these lands also hold another history: Utah’s role in the nation’s atomic age.

via slugmag.comStatewideOctober 8, 2026

Aldous Harding @ the Commonwealth Room 09.22.2026

Across from Harding was the crowd — quiet enough to hear any personal conversation, yet none to be heard. Photo: Ethan Clewell. 2026 By Ethan Clewell October 8, 2026 Concert The bassline comes in, followed by the shaker and the harp coming together while Aldous Harding sings.

via slugmag.comStatewideOctober 8, 2026

Rare tropical leftovers are forecast to bring the rain to Utah this weekend

Published October 8, 2026 at 5:01 PM MDT Set KUER as preferred source National Weather Service The weather hazards outlook issued by the National Weather Service, Oct. 8, 2026, calls for high winds and heavy rain in Arizona, Utah and parts of the West.

via KUERStatewideOctober 8, 2026

3 storms are approaching the U.S. Here's where they could hit

meteorologist Ross Ellet posted on Facebook early Thursday morning. Hurricane Rachel has taken an unusual U-turn in the Pacific Ocean after moving west for more than a week, and is forecast to stall Thursday before turning sharply northeast toward northern Baja California.

via Deseret NewsStatewideOctober 8, 2026

Porter Small earns Big Sky honors after breakout performance for Weber State

Weber State defensive end Porter Small earned Big Sky Conference defensive player of the week honors following a standout performance in a two-overtime victory against Cal Poly. The sophomore's breakout performance comes as the Wildcats work to improve their defensive consistency throughout the season.

StatewideOctober 8, 2026

What Americans say about repealing the Roadless Rule – Deseret News

More than 99% of public comments oppose the Trump administration's plan to rescind the Roadless Rule. The Center for Western Priorities analyzed more than 370,000 comments submitted about the rule. The rule prohibits roads from being built on millions of acres of Forest Service land.

via Deseret NewsStatewideOctober 8, 2026

Notice of Intent – IFFP, IFA Public Safety Impact Fees

Notice of Intent to Commence the Preparation of Amending its Impact Fee Facilities Plan and Impact Fee Analysis for Springville Public Safety Springville City, Utah   Pursuant to the provisions of 11-36a-501 and 503 of the Utah Code, notice is hereby provided that Springville City, a municipality of the State of Utah, located in Utah […]

StatewideOctober 8, 2026

Two sheriffs indicted on obstruction charges related to Kouri Richins murder case

Two sheriffs have been indicted by a grand jury on felony obstruction charges in relation to the Kouri Richins murder case. Share story Share topics: Kouri Richins Obstruction Sheriffs Indictment Grand jury Murder case Wasatch County Summit County PARK CITY, Utah (KUTV) — Two sheriffs have been indicted by a grand jury on felony obstruction charges in relation to the Kouri Richins murder case.

via KJZZStatewideOctober 8, 2026
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