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Utah among 40 states to settle with auto loan company accused of predatory lending

Dozens of Utahns are set to have their debt cancelled and get a check in the mail after a national auto loan company agreed to settle claims that it exploited borrowers with low credit scores. Utah and 39 other states reached the roughly $700 million settlement earlier this month with the Michigan-based Credit Acceptance Corporation.

Meet Park City freeskier Zoe Atkin - Park Record

A family’s passion Zoe’s dad, Mike, is British, while her mom, Winnie, is Chinese and Malaysian. She was born in Newton, Massachusetts, just outside of Boston. Mike and Winnie picked up skiing when they moved to the United States, and the family would all ski together in Maine when Zoe and Izzy were kids.

PCHS Writes continues partnership with The Park Record

As Park City High School clubs start to get on the ground, The Park Record is planning on continuing its partnership with PCHS Writes. PCHS Writes is an interactive club that focuses on building creativity in high school students through writing.

Malena Stevens approaches clerk’s election with experience, passion for local government

Malena Stevens spent 15 years serving the Summit County community through her work with the Park City Police Department, Snyderville Basin Planning Commission and Summit County Council. Now, she hopes voters see the value of her track record and government experience as she campaigns to become Summit County’s next clerk, a position she’s held for the past six months.

Park City tops Highland 4-1 in 4A girls soccer

Park City beat Highland (Salt Lake City) 4-1 in 4A girls soccer on Thursday, Oct. 1, according to the Utah High School Activities Association (UHSAA) scoreboard.

Park CityOctober 1, 2026

Park City tops Cottonwood 3-0 in 4A girls volleyball

Park City beat Cottonwood 3-0 in 4A girls volleyball on Thursday, Oct. 1, according to the Utah High School Activities Association (UHSAA) scoreboard.

Park CityOctober 1, 2026

Hunting deer in Utah? Visit a check station to get deer tested for chronic wasting disease - Park Record

The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources is again asking hunters to bring harvested deer to stations across Utah during this fall’s hunts so division biologists can test the animals for chronic wasting disease. Chronic wasting disease is a transmissible disease that affects the nervous systems of deer, elk and moose.

via Park RecordPark CityOctober 1, 2026

Accident holds up traffic on S.R. 224 at corner of Holiday Ranch Loop

No injuries have been reported. One lane remains open southbound, and officers are on scene directing both northbound and southbound traffic. UDOT has been notified and is responding to repair the damaged traffic signal. The cause of the accident was unknown.

via Park RecordPark CityOctober 1, 2026

Little Boo Halloween Event Scheduled for Hyde Park City Office

Hyde Park will host the Little Boo event at the Hyde Park City Office. The event is designed as a fun, not-so-spooky Halloween adventure for young children.

Hyde ParkOctober 1, 2026

Former Rep. Trevor Lee Faces Felony Fraud and Forgery Charges

Former Utah State Representative Trevor Lee faces four felony charges of fraud and forgery following an investigation into his efforts to obtain a $1 million home loan. Lee, who resigned his House seat after the charges were filed, is scheduled to appear in court on Oct. 28.

Salt Lake CountyOctober 1, 2026

Wasatch Back fire season winds down, pile burning ramps up

Crews plan to burn slash piles in the Uinta Mountains and areas above Park City this fall. “You already see land managers taking advantage of that,” Alpine Forestry co-owner David Telian told KPCW. ”He and others in the industry say burning piles of limbs and overgrowth in the forest helps fight fires before they start.

via kpcw.orgPark CityOctober 1, 2026

Park City Peace House sees increased need for services

Peace House says more survivors are seeking emergency shelter and the domestic violence cases it sees are becoming more severe. The nonprofit also marks Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

via kpcw.orgPark CityOctober 1, 2026

Chabad of Utah County target of vandalism during Jewish holiday

Visit Advertiser websiteGO TO PAGEThe incident in Lehi comes weeks after someone knocked out the Star of David and several letters on the sign outside Temple Har Shalom in Park City. Police have yet to make any arrests connected to the act of vandalism.

via Fox 13Park CityOctober 1, 2026

Swaner EcoCenter Interns Complete 2026 Summer Conservation Season

The 2026 conservation and outreach interns at Swaner Preserve and EcoCenter have completed their summer season. According to a September 30 report, the interns engaged in various habitat management and wildlife monitoring tasks across the 1,200-acre preserve.

BeaverOctober 1, 2026

Utah's Mule Deer Return to Residential Areas as Weather Cools

According to a September 30 report by Utah State University, mule deer are returning to valley and residential areas as weather cools. The Rocky Mountain mule deer subspecies is highly adapted to Utah's diverse landscapes and is currently one of the state's most recognizable large mammals.

Park CityOctober 1, 2026

Park City MARC Announces Limited Lap Pool Hours for October 2

Park City Recreation has announced updated lap pool hours for the Municipal Athletic Recreation Center. Additionally, the facility is accepting requests for party and meeting room reservations.

Park CityOctober 1, 2026

Vail Resorts targets 2027-28 for long-contested Park City Mountain lift upgrades - TownLift, Park City News

A separate court challenge to the city’s approval remains pending. PARK CITY, Utah — Vail Resorts announced Monday that it plans to move forward with two long-contested chairlift replacements at Park City Mountain for the 2027-28 ski season, part of a broader round of investments at the resort.

via townlift.comPark CityOctober 1, 2026

Outbound Park City opens reservations ahead of 2027 debut

5-acre hotel that was formerly The Double Tree by Hilton Hotel Park City — The Yarrow. The first available date for a room is April 1, 2027. Park City is an exciting opportunity for us to bring the Outbound experience to one of the country's most iconic four-season mountain destinations, said Matthew Mering, president at Waterton and co-founder of Outbound Hotels.

via Park RecordPark CityOctober 1, 2026

Procession escorting fallen hero back home reflects community's values - Park Record

On Tuesday afternoon, Nina Pacchia and her husband, Ryan Cutter, a helicopter pilot who died fighting the Dome Fire outside of Yosemite National Park, were finally reunited. Cutter's remains were flown into the Heber Valley Airport and welcomed by his family and a group of his peers.

via Park RecordPark CitySeptember 30, 2026

Park City may add bus service to Quinn’s Junction this winter

Park City councilmembers will discuss options Thursday, Oct. 1, to expand transit to Quinn’s Junction this winter. Two proposals add a new bus line. Park City wants to expand bus service to the Quinn’s Junction area this winter to make transit more accessible.

via kpcw.orgPark CitySeptember 30, 2026

UDOT crews to reinstall Park City Marsac roundabout divider

A repaving project on Park City’s Marsac Avenue is nearly complete but drivers will still see road closures and delays around Summit County. “Adjusting utilities and other work tasks will be conducted at night,” he told KPCW Sept. ” Crews will also reinstall the concrete divider in the Marsac roundabout.

via kpcw.orgPark CitySeptember 30, 2026

Oasis Management close to becoming Vail Resorts insider

An activist investor has boosted its ownership in Vail Resorts for a second time since announcing a proxy fight. The hedge fund is close to becoming an insider.

via kpcw.orgPark CitySeptember 30, 2026

Procession honors Park City man killed fighting Dome Wildfire

40 near the Mayflower exit and Jordanelle overpass. People also gathered at the Summit Park exit near the Park City Fire District flag along the westbound I-80 off-ramp.

via KUTVPark CitySeptember 30, 2026

Two years into the program, here’s how Utah Fits All recipients spent their checks

“Wasteful and extravagant” spending riddled Utah’s multimillion-dollar school voucher program when it debuted two years ago, a recent state audit found. Now, the spending report is in for the 2025-26 school year. Private schools received bulk of the funds Utah Fits All funds can only go to either private school students or kids in homeschool.

via kpcw.orgPark CitySeptember 30, 2026

New Park City class of Sages and Seekers begins Oct. 20

A partnership between Live Like Sam, a nonprofit focused on youth mental wellness, and the Park City Senior Center is looking for teens and older adults to participate in an eight-week program beginning Oct. 20.

via kpcw.orgPark CitySeptember 30, 2026

Glenwood Cemetery Tribute brings stories of former Park City pioneers to life

Credit: Photo courtesy of Park City Museum On Saturday, the Glenwood Cemetery Tribute will highlight stories of life and death during Park City's historical mining days. Local legends like Blanche Fletcher, who was born, raised and died in Park City from 1888 to 1982, come to life through well-researched stories, which fit this year's theme: We Have Seen It All!

via Park RecordPark CitySeptember 30, 2026

Cocktail recipes meet stories at Summit County Library's Sips N Stories - Park Record

The club, which meets via Zoom, pairs a book with a cocktail and mocktail recipe every month. Shaylee Newland, former branch manager of the Kimball Junction Branch Library, pitched the idea to Dan Compton, director of Summit County Library.

via Park RecordPark CitySeptember 30, 2026

Park City’s slopes are filled with remnants of its mining past. A new route brings that history to life.

A new, free app from the Friends of Ski Mountain Mining History connects many of the 15 mining structures the group has restored in Park City and several other mining artifacts via narrated hiking or biking tours. 5 to 10 miles.

via Salt Lake TribunePark CitySeptember 30, 2026

Park City Recreation

start animation The Mine at City Park Related Pages The Mine at City Park is scheduled to open in late 2026.

Park CitySeptember 29, 2026

Alaska Pilot Greg King to Return to Palmer Following California Crash

Helicopter pilot Greg King is returning to Palmer, Alaska, following his death in a California wildfire crash. A procession is scheduled for Tuesday to honor the pilot, who was killed while battling the Dome Fire in Yosemite National Park.

Park CitySeptember 29, 2026

Vail: ‘third-party data’ shows Epic Pass outperforms others, despite sagging sales

Vail Resorts saw less profit in 2026 after one of the worst ski seasons on record. Park City Mountain’s parent company faced questions from shareholders Sept. Fourth-quarter numbers alone were up year-over-year, thanks to Vail’s lodging and dining contract with Grand Teton National Park.

via kpcw.orgPark CitySeptember 29, 2026

Artists wanted for Park City’s holiday gondola, snow globe strolls

Applications for Park City's annual snow globe and gondola strolls are due Friday, Oct. Local artists are encouraged to submit their proposals for displays in the “holiday lights” theme. Artists will be notified Oct. The snow globes will be on Main Street from Nov.

via kpcw.orgPark CitySeptember 29, 2026

Park City Olympian, Paralympian to be inducted into U.S. Ski and Snowboard Hall of Fame

Ski & Snowboard Hall of Fame. A Park City native, Ligety is one of the most accomplished Alpine ski racers in history with two Olympic gold medals, seven World Championship medals, 25 World Cup wins and 52 podiums. He is also one of four men to win a World Championship in three disciplines.

via kpcw.orgPark CitySeptember 29, 2026

Park City Museum brings history to life at Glenwood Cemetery tribute

Some of the stories of Park City’s earliest residents will be told by volunteers Saturday at the annual Glenwood Cemetery tribute. “We do this every year to kind of tell stories about not only Park City's history but the people who lived during the time periods,” Knispel said on KPCW’s “Local News Hour,” Sept.

via kpcw.orgPark CitySeptember 29, 2026

Firefighter returns home to Park City after losing his life while battling Dome Fire

Ryan Cutter was one of the two pilots who died while battling the Dome Fire in Yosemite. On Tuesday, he returned to Park City, where other pilots finished the journey for him.

via Fox 13Park CitySeptember 29, 2026

Summit County seeks feedback on Kimball Junction pedestrian bridge - Park Record

224 in Kimball Junction near Ute Boulevard. As part of redevelopment and transportation improvements coming to Kimball Junction, Summit County is working with the Utah Department of Transportation and the Arts Council of Park City and Summit County to design and install the bridge.

via Park RecordJunctionSeptember 29, 2026

Sports in Brief: A look at the Wasatch Back’s fall high school sports seasons

Miners The Miners girls soccer team took down Juan Diego Catholic 8-1 on Monday. Park City scored six first half goals to Juan Diego Catholic’s one, and two more to their none in the second. The Miners are 15-1 and will take on Highland at 5:30 p.m. Thursday on the road.

via Park RecordPark CitySeptember 29, 2026

Election 2026: All of Summit County is in same congressional district, a change from two years ago - Park Record

Election Day is a little more than a month away. But some Summit County voters may not realize they reside in a different congressional district than they did the last time the lower chamber of Congress was on the ballot. The redrawn map put all of Summit County in the 3rd Congressional District.

via Park RecordPark CitySeptember 29, 2026

Obituary: Jack Crutchfield Jr.

Jack Clifton Crutchfield Jr., 58, died peacefully at home in Park City, Utah, on Friday, September 18, 2026. Jack was born March 21, 1968, to Jack and Channing Crutchfield. A Marine Corps family, the Crutchfields made homes in Camp Lejeune, North Carolina; Marietta, Georgia; and Kailua, Hawaii, where Jack graduated from Kalaheo High School in […] The post Obituary: Jack Crutchfield Jr.

via Park RecordPark CitySeptember 29, 2026
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