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Patagonia, environmental groups sue Trump for slashing Utah monuments

Patagonia, environmental and tribal groups filed lawsuits challenging the slashing of Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monuments. District Court in Washington, seek to reactivate cases initially filed in 2017 when Trump previously reduced the size of the two monuments.

Joint Statement from Utah Open Lands and Basin Recreation on the nearly complete Ranch to Ridge trail

The long-envisioned Ranch to Ridge trail is nearing completion, marking a major milestone in a decades-long effort to connect open spaces and communities across the Snyderville Basin. First imagined in the early 1990s through the work of Utah ...

Park CitySeptember 3, 2026

Hyde Park City Announces City Council Mid-Term Vacancy

Hyde Park City is accepting applications to fill a mid-term vacancy on the City Council. The appointed member will serve through January 1, 2028.

Hyde ParkSeptember 3, 2026

Park City Mountain's new 'Larger Than Life' brand strikes a chord with millennials - TownLift, Park City News

The resort unveiled “Larger Than Life” on Tuesday, a brand platform narrated by three-time Olympic gold medalist Shaun White. The resort unveiled “Larger Than Life” on Tuesday, a brand platform narrated by three-time Olympic gold medalist Shaun White.

via townlift.comPark CityOriginally published September 3, 2026

Park City Point 2 Point puts mountain bikers to the ultimate endurance test

This Saturday Park City will host the 18th annual Point 2 Point mountain bike race. The 75-mile, mostly single-track course will be a grueling challenge for the more than 400 participants. Over 10,000 feet of climbing, and then 10,000 feet of descending as well, so there's a lot of climbing, a lot of hard trails on there, Aderhold said on KPCW's Local News Hour, Sept.

via kpcw.orgPark CitySeptember 3, 2026

Park City’s 130th Miners Day celebration returns Sept. 7 with parade, competitions and community events

Park City’s 130th Miners Day celebration gets underway bright and early Sept. The annual tradition honors Park City’s mining heritage with a parade, family activities, competitions and the largest fundraiser of the year for the Park City Rotary Club.

via kpcw.orgPark CitySeptember 3, 2026

Provo Football Holds 1-4 Record After Salem Hills Loss

Provo High School's boys varsity football team currently holds a 1-4-0 record following a recent loss to Salem Hills. The team's upcoming schedule includes matchups against Mountain View, Park City, and Wasatch.

Park CitySeptember 3, 2026

Rhonda Sideris helped build this city - Park Record

One was Rhonda Sideris. The Rotary each year forms a committee to decide who will receive the awards. The club gave the honors during its monthly meeting at the Sheraton Park City on Sidewinder. Sideris started R&R Properties, now Park City Lodging, 42 years ago.

via Park RecordPark CitySeptember 3, 2026

Public Hearing Scheduled for Bond Issuance in Park City

A public hearing is scheduled regarding the issuance of bonds and the potential economic impacts of a project on the private sector.

Park CitySeptember 2, 2026

Park City Rotary recognizes longtime Parkites as citizens of the year

The Park City Rotary Club named an entrepreneur and a multi-faceted volunteer as its citizens of the year. This year Park City Lodging president and founder Rhonda Sideris received the professional award. "I have a lot of support in this community," Sideris told KPCW.

via kpcw.orgPark CitySeptember 2, 2026

Heber approves 3 infrastructure districts for Highlands

Councilmembers say the public infrastructure districts could help more people achieve homeownership. PIDs have been available to Utah developers since 2019. They’re a way to use bonds to pay for infrastructure in new development. But at a meeting Tuesday, Sept.

via kpcw.orgPark CitySeptember 2, 2026

Tyler Robinson will stand trial for murder of Charlie Kirk, could face death penalty

The man accused of assassinating Charlie Kirk as he spoke at Utah Valley University last year will stand trial and could face the death penalty. Robinson's attorneys entered a plea of not guilty to the charges.

via kpcw.orgPark CitySeptember 2, 2026

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Park CitySeptember 2, 2026

Dakota Pacific project, renamed Altus, clears path for first housing phases - TownLift, Park City News

The Snyderville Basin Planning Commission approved a preliminary subdivision plat Aug. 25 that divides two existing parcels west of the PEAK Center into six lots, setting up the first projects. “We’re only here tonight to subdivide the parcels,” Strader told commissioners.

via townlift.comPark CitySeptember 2, 2026

Police Log: Deputies investigate fatal boating accident, mail theft, and assault on High Mountain Road - TownLift, Park City News

Monday, Aug. Incident: Traffic hazard Construction road-closed signs near Snow Creek Drive and Park Avenue had been moved or knocked over. Tuesday, Aug. 25 Incident: Non-injury accident Two vehicles were involved in an accident on Kearns Boulevard.

via townlift.comPark CitySeptember 2, 2026

Park City drivers stopped at speeds well above limits - Park Record

Park City police officers in late August pulled over drivers for a variety of suspected traffic offenses, including cases the agency says involved speeds well above posted limits. The Police Department regularly conducts traffic patrols on entryways and in neighborhoods.

via Park RecordPark CitySeptember 2, 2026

Obituary: Colin Hilton

Colin Peter Hilton died in Park City, Utah on Friday Aug. 21, 2026. He was Born the youngest of 7 siblings on May 1, 1968, in Buffalo, New York to John and Mary Hilton, Colin has always been a deeply determined, forward thinking, and exceptionally kind individual.

via Park RecordPark CitySeptember 2, 2026

Monsoon rains offer relief, but Utah drought persists as reservoirs continue to fall - TownLift, Park City News

UTAH — Recent monsoon storms have provided both some relief drought and major flooding events across Utah as late summer storms have blown through the state. As of Aug. 27, 100% of Utah remained in some form of drought, according to the division.

via townlift.comPark CityOriginally published September 2, 2026

Park City Council to consider 5-year water rate study

City Manager Adam Lenhard and Sustainability Director Luke Cartin from Park City Municipal discuss this week's council agenda, including a water rate study and the associated bump in fees. Lenhard says the last comprehensive look at water rates was in 2017 and was followed by rate adjustments during the past four years.

via kpcw.orgPark CityOriginally published September 2, 2026

Summit County Council Amended Agenda — September 2, 2026

Amended AGENDA COUNTY COUNCIL Wednesday, September 2, 2026 NOTICE is hereby given that the Summit County Council will meet, on Wednesday, September 2, 2026 electronically, via Zoom, and at the anchor location of Richins Auditorium 1885 W. Ute Blvd., Park City, UT 84098 (All times

Summit CountySeptember 1, 2026

Park City-area trails closed for maintenance, fire mitigation in September

Run-A-Muk will be closed in Kimball Junction for trail resurfacing starting Sept. Mountain Trails Foundation Executive Director Lora Anthony says Kimball Junction’s Run-A-Muk trail will be closed weekdays starting Sept. Anthony also advised trail users the Point 2 Point bike race will bring hundreds of people to Park City’s trails from Round Valley to Park City Mountain Saturday.

via kpcw.orgPark CitySeptember 1, 2026

Eastern Summit County residents can comment on general plan before vote

Amendments to the Eastern Summit County General Plan will be approved by the county council. The Eastern Summit County Planning Commission has spent the last six months reviewing amendments to the general plan. The commission will then vote on a recommendation to the county council, which has the final say.

via kpcw.orgPark CitySeptember 1, 2026

Monster Drawing Rally Brings Live Art to Park City

The Monster Drawing Rally is a live art-making event held in partnership with the Arts Council of Park City & Summit County and the Kimball Art Center. This event allows spectators to observe the creative process of local artists and provides opportunities to expand art collections.

Park CitySeptember 1, 2026

Park City Resident Embraces New Normal After Tonsil Cancer Diagnosis

Park City resident David Staley has embraced a new normal after receiving an HPV-related tonsil cancer diagnosis. He found strength through music, community support, and compassionate medical care during his treatment.

Park CitySeptember 1, 2026

Architectural firms to discuss future art institutions in Park City

The Kimball Art Center scheduled an architectural discussion for September 16, 2026, at the Park City High School Auditorium. The event will feature leading architecture firms discussing the future of art institutions.

Park CitySeptember 1, 2026

Park City Mountain Unveils New Brand and Infrastructure Upgrades

Park City Mountain Resort has unveiled a new "Larger Than Life" brand platform for the 2026-27 season, featuring infrastructure upgrades and a new superpipe. The campaign, narrated by Shaun White, coincides with upcoming hosting of The Snow League and long-term preparations for the 2034 Olympic Winter Games.

Park CityOriginally published September 1, 2026

Park City Mountain is going Larger with the help of Shaun White

Park City Mountain has joined with snowboarder Shaun White to launch a rebrand of the ski and snowboard resort. In conjunction with the Larger Than Life campaign, the resort plans to add infrastructure, including a 22-inch halfpipe and remote avalanche mitigation devices that should allow operators to open the Quicksilver Gondola sooner.

via Salt Lake TribunePark CitySeptember 1, 2026

Here’s where new homes will be built in Kimball Junction

A developer is subdividing its land to break ground north of the newly christened 'Nordic Drive.' And the map of its project is taking shape: The Summit County Council renamed Tech Center Drive to Nordic Drive on Aug. “Lot 2 would be the affordable housing project, for instance,” he told planning commissioners Aug.

via kpcw.orgPark CityAugust 31, 2026

High Valley Transit construction nears end, UDOT work begins on Park City roads

High Valley Transit officials say the bus rapid transit construction is on schedule to be completed by 2028. Chief Development Officer for High Valley Gabe Shields said crews are almost finished expanding state Route 224 for the bus rapid transit project.

via kpcw.orgPark CityAugust 31, 2026

Deer Valley to open 200 new skiable acres this winter while lodge construction continues

Deer Valley will debut seven new ski runs and one new ski lift for the 2026-2027 season, the latest additions to its East Village terrain. As amazing as last year was, and getting that terrain open and everything, we just weren't able to see its full potential, he said.

via kpcw.orgPark CityAugust 31, 2026

Park City High School may start a parking pass lottery next year to prevent camping

Park City High School leaders are considering starting a lottery for parking passes. The current in-person purchase system led students to camp overnight this year.

via kpcw.orgPark CityAugust 31, 2026

Park City man seeks court reversal of Park City Mountain lift upgrades approval - Park Record

A Prospector resident who was previously part of a group that challenged lift upgrades at Park City Mountain is seeking a judicial review of the approval. Alan Theis filed a petition in Third District Court over the approved upgrades to the resort’s Silverlode and Eagle lifts.

via Park RecordPark CityOriginally published August 31, 2026

Utah to spend $60K to review how books enter school libraries

A new state survey will direct school library staff across the state to detail their book purchases, spending and more. A new state survey will direct school library staff across the state to detail their book purchases, spending and more.

via kpcw.orgPark CityAugust 31, 2026

Morgan shuts out Park City football 35-0 - TownLift, Park City News

Morgan opened the scoring with a passing touchdown and a successful extra point in the first quarter. Morgan added two passing touchdowns in the third quarter to make it 35-0. Park City finished the game with four interceptions.

via townlift.comPark CityOriginally published August 31, 2026

Park City Developers Pay $400K Per Unit to Bypass Housing Mandates

Park City faces a significant financial hurdle in its effort to expand affordable housing, with developers now paying $400,500 per unit to bypass construction requirements. This cost accompanies a city mandate to ensure 15% of the workforce lives within city limits by 2032.

Park CityAugust 31, 2026

St. George Museum of Art Recruits Volunteers and Docents

The St. George Museum of Art is recruiting volunteers and docents to lead tours and assist with community outreach. This recruitment follows the recent appointment of Meagan Evans as Manager and Curator and comes amid a season of diverse solo exhibitions.

St. GeorgeAugust 31, 2026
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