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Georgia Rises to No. 1 as LSU and Oregon Fall in AP Poll

Georgia has ascended to No. 1 in the latest AP Top 25 college football rankings, while LSU and Oregon have dropped out of the rankings. The poll reflects significant shifts following a week where three ranked teams lost to ranked opponents.

Ricky Johnson’s career night exemplifies Utah’s team-first culture

The two-quarterback system has allowed Utah to do some unique things on offense. In Saturday’s win against Kansas, Ficklin lined up four times as a quarterback, eight times in the backfield and three times out wide. While Braden Pegan is the team’s WR1, Utah’s wide receiver room has plenty of talented targets and only one ball to go around.

6 senators, including Utah Sen. Curtis, call for Trump administration to 'immediately reverse course' on Russian diesel plan

Trump shocked lawmakers when he announced on social media Friday that he struck a deal with Russian President Vladimir Putin in a phone call. He said Russia will immediately supply more than 300,000 tons of diesel to the American and global market, followed by an additional 500,000 tons in November and 1 million tons "immediately thereafter."

Strong winds, heavy rain and mountain snow target Utah through midweek

Strong winds, heavy rain and flash flooding concerns will continue across Utah as the remnants of Tropical Storm Rachel interact with a slow-moving storm system. Mountain snow and the season’s first freeze are also possible before drier weather returns later this week.

via Fox 13StatewideOctober 11, 2026

'Saturday Night Live' spoof targets Kevin O'Leary's Utah data center proposal

James Austin Johnson portrayed Mr. Is it going to take up precious water? Absolutely. Is it going to provide a necessary service? Who's to say? But on the flip side, it's going to make me a tremendous amount of money. I thought it was a very well-done parody.

via KUTVStatewideOctober 11, 2026

Flash Flood and High Wind Warnings Issued for Utah on October 11

Multiple flash flood warnings and advisories were issued for parts of Utah, Arizona, and Nevada on October 11, 2026, due to heavy rain from tropical moisture. High wind warnings and advisories also impact several regions, including parts of southwestern Utah and the Southern Mountains.

StatewideOctober 11, 2026

Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway Reopens to Two-Way Traffic After Sept. 30 Rockfall

Zion National Park reopened the Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway to two-way traffic on Oct. 9, 2026, following a major rockfall. While limited access has been restored from the East Entrance to Great Arch Overlook, through travel to Springdale remains closed while crews repair the damaged roadway.

StatewideOctober 11, 2026

Georgia reaches No. 1 in Coaches Poll after beating Alabama

Georgia rose to No. 1 in the US LBM Coaches Poll following a 20-17 victory over Alabama. Texas dropped to No. 6 after an upset loss to Oklahoma.

StatewideOctober 11, 2026

26-year-old Zebra in Utah seeks companionship after losing animal friends

Zoolu is a chapman zebra who has lived in Utah for the past 21 years with owner Karen Becker, who has rescued many "exotic" animals over the years. "My last Friesian (horse) just passed away about six months ago, as well as a Watusi African bull, and they were great friends," Becker said.

via KSLStatewideOctober 11, 2026

Real Salt Lake Falls 2-1 to Philadelphia Union on October 9

Real Salt Lake fell 2-1 to the Philadelphia Union at Subaru Park on October 9. Despite a late goal, the loss leaves RSL winless in their last 13 away matches across all competitions.

StatewideOctober 11, 2026

BYU and Utah Remain High in New AP Top 25 Poll

In the latest Associated Press Top 25 poll, BYU and Utah remain ranked within the top 15, holding the No. 8 and No. 11 positions respectively. The rankings reflect significant shifts across the college football landscape following a weekend of major upsets.

StatewideOctober 11, 2026

Where's the beef? This rancher hopes it stays in Utah

Korey Wright is a Utah rancher with a rather ambitious goal: He'd like Utah cows to be eaten by Utah people. Not just some of the cows. As it is now, the vast majority of Utah's cows are shipped out of state to one of the processing plants owned and operated by the beef producing companies known collectively as the Big Four: Tyson, Cargill, JBS and National Beef.

via KSLStatewideOctober 11, 2026

El Papa será operado para extirparle un nódulo en un pulmón – Telemundo Utah

El Papa, de 71 años, indicó que la lesión se detectó en una etapa temprana y que estaba “circunscrita” o bien localizada. El papa León XIV anunció este domingo que se someterá a una cirugía en los próximos días para extirpar una lesión nodular en un pulmón que fue descubierta recientemente durante chequeos médicos.

via telemundoutah.comStatewideOctober 11, 2026

High Wind Warning Issued for Southern Mountains and Southwest Utah

A high wind warning has been issued for the Southern Mountains and parts of Southwest Utah, including areas near Brian Head and Alton. The National Weather Service Salt Lake City reports that wind gusts could reach up to 80 mph in some locations.

StatewideOctober 11, 2026

Tropical Remnants Bring Heavy Rain & High Winds

By: Damon Yauney Posted 1 hour and 1 minutes ago Tropical Storm Rachel made landfall last night along the northern Baja Peninsula and quickly weakened. The remnants of the storm will drift north across the area today, bringing widespread showers & t-storms.

via Fox 13StatewideOctober 11, 2026

Fox Hills School Community Council adopts new rules of order

The Fox Hills School Community Council adopted new rules of order and procedure on Oct. 8, 2026. The council will review and update these rules annually through a formal vote.

StatewideOctober 11, 2026

Utah State Secures First Pac-12 Win With Second-Half Comeback

Utah State secured its first-ever Pac-12 victory on Friday, Oct. 9, 2026, by overcoming a 13-point deficit to defeat Washington State 17-16 at Maverik Stadium. Junior linebacker Asher Cunningham led a dominant second-half defensive performance, forcing two critical fumbles that fueled the Aggies' comeback.

StatewideLoganOctober 11, 2026

Mammoth beat Sabres 4-1 to conclude five-game trip

The Utah Mammoth defeated the Buffalo Sabres 4-1 on Saturday night to conclude a five-game trip. John Marino, Anders Lee, and Kailer Yamamoto each recorded a goal and an assist during the victory.

StatewideOctober 11, 2026

Mammoth bounce back to beat the Sabres 4-1 to close trip

John Marino, Anders Lee and Kailer Yamamoto each had a goal and an assist to help the Utah Mammoth beat the Buffalo Sabres 4-1 on Saturday night. Nick Schmaltz also scored, and Barrett Hayton had two assists.

via cachevalleydaily.comStatewideOctober 11, 2026

Lobo Men Repeat as Nuttycombe Champions, Women Finish Fourth

The New Mexico men's cross country team secured their second consecutive Nuttycombe Wisconsin Invitational title on Friday, according to a October 9 report. The Lobo women finished fourth in the team standings at the event held in Madison, Wis.

StatewideOctober 11, 2026

Kipruto Sets Course Record as Colorado Takes Second at Nuttycombe

The Colorado cross country team achieved top-5 finishes at the Nuttycombe Invitational in Verona, Wisconsin, featuring a course record by Meshack Kipruto. The men's team placed second while the women's team finished fifth.

StatewideOctober 11, 2026

No. 14 Utah Cross Country Finishes Eighth at Nuttycombe Invitational on Oct. 8

The No. 14 ranked Utah women's cross country team placed eighth-overall during the Nuttycombe Invitational held on October 8. Erin Vringer led the team with a personal best time at the race.

StatewideOctober 11, 2026

Intermountain Healthcare Announces Upcoming BLS Skills Classes in Utah and Idaho

Intermountain Healthcare has scheduled upcoming Heartcode Basic Life Support skills classes for healthcare professionals in Ogden, Utah, and Burley, Idaho. The sessions aim to train practitioners in high-quality CPR and early AED deployment.

StatewideOctober 11, 2026

Utah Football to Face Colorado on Oct. 17

The University of Utah and the University of Colorado are scheduled to meet on Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026, at Folsom Field in Boulder, Colorado. The matchup will be broadcast on ESPN and via radio on KOA 850 AM & 94.1 FM for Colorado fans and ESPN 700 AM / 92.1 FM for Utah fans.

StatewideOctober 11, 2026

No. 12 Utah defeats Kansas 41-24 on October 9

No. 12 Utah defeated the Kansas Jayhawks 41-24 on October 9 at a sold out Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City. Despite a strong performance from quarterback Isaiah Marshall, the Jayhawks were outscored 14-0 in the fourth quarter to fall to 2-3.

StatewideOctober 11, 2026

Utah Defeats Kansas 41-24 to Reach 5-0 Season Record

The University of Utah football team defeated the University of Kansas 41-24 on Oct. 10, 2026, moving their season record to 5-0. The victory, played at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City, extends Utah's winning streak to four games and maintains their undefeated status.

StatewideOctober 11, 2026

Utah defeated Kansas 41-24 on October 10, 2026

The University of Utah defeated the University of Kansas with a score of 41 to 24 on October 10, 2026. The victory moved Utah to a 5-0 record, while Kansas fell to 2-3.

StatewideOctober 11, 2026

Parker Rushes for 174 to Lead No. 12 Utah Over Kansas

Wayshawn Parker rushed for 174 yards and two touchdowns to lead No. 12 Utah to a 41-24 victory over Kansas on Saturday night, extending the Utes' undefeated season to 5-0. Devon Dampier contributed 238 passing yards and three touchdowns, while Kansas' Isaiah Marshall threw for 333 yards in a losing effort.

StatewideOctober 11, 2026

3 takeaways from No. 12 Utah football’s up-and-down win over Kansas

With the 41-24 victory, the Utes moved to 5-0 on the season. 10, 2026. Comment Add as Preferred Source Utah had a week off before facing Kansas on Saturday. The Utes certainly showed signs of both rust and rest. There were highs and lows all night for head coach Morgan Scalley’s program on both offense and defense.

via Salt Lake TribuneStatewideOctober 10, 2026

Hegseth Confirms Livestreamed Firing Squad Execution for Fort Hood Shooter

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth confirmed the U.S. military plans to livestream the Dec. 3 firing squad execution of Nidal Malik Hasan, the former Army major responsible for the 2009 Fort Hood mass shooting. Utah Senator John Curtis has urged the Secretary to reconsider the plan, arguing that broadcasting an execution risks turning justice into entertainment. The execution, approved by President Donald Trump, will be the first military execution by firing squad since 1945.

StatewideOctober 10, 2026

Wayshawn Parker runs for 171 yards and 2 TDs to lead No. 12 Utah past Kansas

Wayshawn Parker ran for 171 yards and two touchdowns to lead No. Visit Advertiser websiteGO TO PAGEDevon Dampier threw for 238 yards and three touchdowns to help the Utes (5-0, 2-0 Big 12) stay undefeated. Dampier also ran for 68 yards and another score.

via Fox 13StatewideOctober 10, 2026

Utah Mammoth Defeat Sabres 4-1 to Claim Central Division Lead

The Utah Mammoth defeated the Buffalo Sabres 4-1 on Saturday, Oct. 10, at KeyBank Center, improving their record to 4-2-0 and maintaining first place in the Central Division. The victory was fueled by a dominant Utah power play and a strong performance by goaltender Karel Vejmelka.

StatewideLoganOctober 10, 2026

WWA Summary for Wind Advisory Issued by SLC

Wind AdvisoryURGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Salt Lake City UT 335 PM MDT Sat Oct 10 2026 UTZ115-116-119-122-126-127-111245- /O.CAN.KSLC.HW.A.0004.261011T1200Z-261012T1200Z/ /O.EXT.KSLC.WI.Y.0017.

StatewideOctober 10, 2026

Grandmother breaks her own planking record at Utah senior games

A 61-year-old grandmother and retired schoolteacher broke her own world record by holding an abdominal plank for five hours on Oct. 6. The achievement took place while she was competing at the Huntsman World Senior Games in Utah.

StatewideOctober 10, 2026

Jennie P Stewart Elementary Announces Fall Break and Upcoming Deadlines

Jennie P Stewart Elementary announced upcoming school schedule changes and various student activities for the week of October 9, 2026.

StatewideOctober 10, 2026

Construction backup leads to I-84 crash

MORGAN COUNTY, Utah, Oct. 10, 2026 (Gephardt Daily) — Backed-up traffic has led to construction crashes on Interstate 84 in Morgan County. The new bridge is open and all traffic is being diverted to it in both directions over the next three days, a Mountain Green Fire statement says.

via gephardtdaily.comStatewideOctober 10, 2026

Utah Defeats Kansas as Weather Forces Kickoff Change

The No. 12 Utah Utes maintained their undefeated 4-0 record during a game against the Kansas Jayhawks on Saturday, Oct. 10, 2026. The matchup, which was moved to an earlier kickoff time due to weather forecasts, saw Utah secure an early lead in the first quarter.

StatewideSalt Lake CityOctober 10, 2026

7 ways corn mazes and pumpkin patches became big business

Getting lost in a cornfield has become a business model. Farms across the country now turn fall weekends into ticket sales, pumpkin purchases and family outings. That can add income beyond the harvest. However, the story is bigger than a roadside stand: it shows how farms learned to sell an experience without leaving agriculture behind.

via stgeorgeutah.comStatewideOctober 10, 2026
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