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Procession to honor Park City man killed fighting Dome Wildfire

Ryan shared this photo last month on his socials. 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.

Park City drivers hit deer; elk carcass also reported

The Park City Police Department received a series of recent reports involving wildlife, including collisions with drivers on busy streets. The police regularly log wildlife-related cases involving species like deer, elk and moose.

Remains of helicopter pilot killed while fighting Yosemite wildfire to return home

The Park City helicopter pilot who was killed while fighting a California wildfire is set to return home Tuesday, accompanied by an honor procession. Park City resident Ryan Cutter was one of two helicopter pilots killed while responding to the Dome Fire in Yosemite National Park in California on Sept.

Park City vote on Bonanza Park proposal not scheduled for Oct. 14 meeting

It appears the Park City Planning Commission in mid-October will not make what will eventually be a closely watched decision about a development proposal involving the municipal government in Bonanza Park. The post Park City vote on Bonanza Park proposal not scheduled for Oct.

Park City celebrates fall with scarecrow festival at McPolin Barn

The festival will include pumpkin and face painting at the McPolin Barn Saturday, Oct. Locals can stuff their own scarecrow to display along the trail at the annual festival or at home. It is $25 to stuff a scarecrow. Tickets include a support for the scarecrow, display packet and straw stuffing.

Procession to be held for Park City man who died fighting California wildfire

Ryan Cutter, of Park City, and Greg King, of Alaska, were members of Precision and were working as an exclusive-use helicopter crew for the Payette National Forest, the Forest Service said. Visit Advertiser websiteGO TO PAGEThe Forest Service said the pilots were involved in wildfire suppression efforts and had helped ground crews make progress on the fire before they died on Sept.

via Fox 13Park CitySeptember 28, 2026

Park City Film Festival releases panel topics, schedule for October event

Local and international filmmakers will visit the Wasatch Back in October for the inaugural Park City Film Festival. The festival runs Oct. Opening night includes a screening of local filmmaker JJ Gerber’s documentary, “The Life We Leave,” followed by a discussion Oct.

via kpcw.orgPark CitySeptember 28, 2026

Wasatch Back procession to honor fallen firefighter pilot Tuesday

The procession will begin in Heber and end in the Summit Park neighborhood in Summit County. Park City resident Ryan Cutter died Sept. He will now be brought home Sept. Highway 40 to Interstate 80.

via kpcw.orgPark CitySeptember 28, 2026

Utah House, Senate candidates to discuss air, water, energy, data centers, economy at Park City forum

Candidates for Utah House Districts 4 and 59 and Senate District 20 will meet with voters from Summit and Wasatch counties Oct. 6 in Park City for a nonpartisan public forum focused on issues affecting the future of Utah’s communities, economy and environment.

via Park RecordPark CitySeptember 28, 2026

Dignified transfer set for pilots killed in Yosemite Dome Fire crash

Two pilots killed in a September 20 helicopter crash while supporting the Dome Fire in Yosemite National Park will undergo a dignified transfer on Tuesday, Sept. 29. The pilots were members of Precision serving the Payette National Forest.

Park CitySeptember 28, 2026

Park City tops Juan Diego Catholic 8-1 in 4A girls soccer

Park City beat Juan Diego Catholic (Draper) 8-1 in 4A girls soccer on Monday, Sept. 28, according to the Utah High School Activities Association (UHSAA) scoreboard.

Park CitySeptember 28, 2026

Vail Resorts says new Park City Mountain lifts will be ready by 2027-28 season

The upgraded lifts will aim to support a faster and more intuitive experience out of the Mountain Village base area as well as better circulation and more effective guest distribution across key on-mountain connection points, the company said. The investments follow the new Sunrise Gondola installed last season and the new Skyway Gondola being installed for this season.

via Park RecordPark CitySeptember 28, 2026

Park City police blotter: Music from ice cream truck reported as disruptive

An ice cream truck prompted a report to the Park City Police Department. The case was logged on Monday, Sept. Someone contacted the Police Department saying the vehicle had been playing ice cream truck music for upward of three hours on Kearns Boulevard or in the area.

via Park RecordPark CitySeptember 28, 2026

Park City summer visitation mixed, most local tax revenues rise

Park City's summer visitation is a mixed bag, depending on the type of lodging property. Overall, Park City's summer visitation through August is up, but Park City Chamber Bureau CEO Jennifer Wesselhoff said the numbers vary on the type of lodging property.

via kpcw.orgPark CitySeptember 28, 2026

Procession for helicopter pilot who died fighting Dome Fire set for Tuesday - Park Record

Community members are invited to join a procession on Tuesday for Ryan Cutter, a Summit Park resident who died on Sept. 20 while fighting the Dome Fire in Yosemite National Park.

via Park RecordPark CitySeptember 28, 2026

Park City MOFO bike ride raises $700,000 for National Ability Center

Mountain bikers of all ages and abilities battled up Park City’s “Puke Hill” Saturday. The annual National Ability Center event raised $700,000 this year. “This ride is so demanding, and everybody has a different challenge,” White said. "The event offers different tiers, ranging from the 30-mile full course with 4,500 feet of elevation gain to the 14-mile adaptive-only version.

via kpcw.orgPark CitySeptember 26, 2026

National Ability Center holds ride for adaptive athlete awareness

PARK CITY, Utah (ABC4) — The National Ability Center held its 17th annual MOFO Ride in Park City, raising awareness for adaptive athletes. Founded in Park City in 1985, the NAC empowers individuals with disabilities through adaptive recreation, outdoor adventure, and community-based programs that build confidence, independence, and belonging.

via ABC 4Park CitySeptember 26, 2026

Park Silly Sunday, dog pond, and Bonanza Flat begin seasonal closures - TownLift, Park City News

Bonanza Flat Parking lot. Photo: TownLift PARK CITY, Utah — Park City’s summer season is winding down, with one last Park Silly Sunday and seasonal closures coming to outdoor recreation spots around town. Park Silly Sunday The final Park Silly Sunday Market of the season will take over on Park City’s Historic Main Street on Sunday, Sept.

via townlift.comPark CitySeptember 26, 2026

Lodging report shows successful summer, uncertain predictions for winter - Park Record

A recent report from Inntopia detailed the occupancy rates of several mountain towns, including Park City, from May through August and gave projections for fall and winter months. Summer in mountain resorts was really positive in general, said Tom Foley, author of the study.

via Park RecordPark CitySeptember 26, 2026

Park City tops Murray 5-0 in girls soccer; 1 more Park City result

Park City defeated Murray 5-0 in girls soccer. Park City defeated Judge Memorial Catholic 3-0 in girls volleyball.

Park CitySeptember 26, 2026

Park City rolls past Uintah for Wasatch Back's only win

Park City celebrated homecoming with a win over Uintah, while other Wasatch Back football teams faced a challenging Friday night. Park City built a comfortable 20-0 first half lead behind two 80-yard touchdown drives and an interception return for touchdown.

via kpcw.orgPark CitySeptember 26, 2026

Miners girls soccer team dominates Murray on senior night - Park Record

Park City honored seniors Marley Filippone, Carmen Fletcher, Elsa Dellenbach, Jo Peterson, Juniper Bales, Lizzy Schlegel, Sawyer Sheffer, Gracie Bullock, Addison Bowers, Tia Peay, Kelly Hough, Hailey Olsen, Sadie Weissman and Sadie Thimm with a pregame ceremony featuring their families. “To be celebrating them as seniors is pretty funny,” DiCicco said.

via Park RecordMurraySeptember 25, 2026

Park City X Games club drafts freeskier Alex Hall - Park Record

Hall’s accolades somehow didn’t get him drafted incredibly high up in the 40 picks in last Wednesday’s inaugural X Games League winter draft at Cosm Los Angeles. “Alex has been around forever,” Hazen said. “He to me is a pro to the pros.

via Park RecordPark CitySeptember 25, 2026

Summit County revokes composting facility permits after monthslong delay

The county council had given Spoil to Soil until April to address alleged permit violations. After the composting company appealed, the Summit County Council made it official Wednesday. Summit County is a financial supporter of KPCW.

via kpcw.orgPark CitySeptember 25, 2026

Run-A-Muk reopens after monthlong resurfacing project

The Run-A-Muk off-leash area was previously closed on weekdays for a September resurfacing project. The monthlong project started Sept. Basin Recreation also invites users of the 43-acre open space to its fall cleanup days. Volunteers can help clean up gloves, balls, bags and dog poop Oct.

via kpcw.orgPark CitySeptember 25, 2026

Thaynes Mine restoration preserves ski and mine history

The Thaynes Mine is one of dozens in the Park City mountains, but its hidden history makes it unlike any other in America, possibly the world. The Friends of Ski Mountain Mining History are working hard during a short window of summer weather to preserve the past as much as possible.

via Park RecordPark CitySeptember 25, 2026

Friends of Ski Mountain Mining History restores Thaynes Mine

The final pieces of the Thaynes Mine restoration include building a new roof and installing mesh grids on the windows. The mine was built in 1937 to access silver and lead during Park City’s silver boom. It will be open for visitors as an interactive piece of town history Oct.

via kpcw.orgPark CitySeptember 25, 2026

Clark Ranch development would permanently displace some wildlife, study finds

The Park City Planning Commission is continuing talks about a development proposal at Clark Ranch. The potential impact of a project on wildlife is one of the noted issues.

via Park RecordPark CitySeptember 25, 2026

Summit County to host informational Taco-bout Kimball Junction development session

Summit County residents can learn more about the changes coming to the Kimball Junction area Oct. 3 at the new PEAK Center on Landmark Drive. Free taco and falafel food trucks will be available.

via kpcw.orgPark CitySeptember 25, 2026

Obituary: Lea McDill

Maura Lea McDill, lovingly known as Lea, passed away peacefully in her home on Saturday, August 22, 2026. She was born on April 23, 1958, in Vincennes, Indiana, to Kenneth and Marilyn McDill. Lea eventually made her way west to Utah to attend Snow College, where a new chapter of her life began.

via Park RecordPark CitySeptember 25, 2026

State audit: South Summit School District lacks clear student performance goals

South Summit School District students have “chronically underperformed” in core subjects, a state audit shows. The audit points to a lack of clear, data-driven goals as the cause.

via kpcw.orgPark CitySeptember 25, 2026

Park City partnership provides details about Clark Ranch housing

248 entryway has submitted a document detailing the income-restricted units. The Clark Ranch proposal involves a large block of housing limited to those with qualifying incomes. The Park City Planning Commission on Wednesday continued discussions about Clark Ranch, but it is unclear when the panel will be ready to vote.

via Park RecordPark CitySeptember 25, 2026

Two lawsuits challenging Prince house plans dismissed, but litigation continues - Park Record

A judge has dismissed two lawsuits challenging land-use decisions in a dispute over Matthew and Tatiana Prince’s proposal to build a new home above Old Town. Third District Judge Richard Mrazik based his decision on a law passed in 2025 by the Utah Legislature that includes a provision allowing municipalities to settle land-use disputes with a property owner through a consent decree.

via Park RecordPark CitySeptember 25, 2026

Sundance spending at last festival in Park City remains unknown - Park Record

Sundance is not believed to have released its annual report detailing the festival’s economic impact. Organizers of what was Park City’s most lucrative special event have traditionally made the report public by the fall. Sundance did not respond to numerous Park Record requests about the status of the economic report covering this year’s event.

via Park RecordPark CitySeptember 25, 2026

Federal judge blocks Utah's VPN update to its online porn age verification law

A screencap of the warning that Utah users get when they visit PornHub. The parent company of the site, Aylo, blocks internet traffic to the site from Utah in protest of Utah's age-gating law. Utahns are free to continue to use VPNs – for now.

via kpcw.orgPark CitySeptember 25, 2026

Bear cub found near Heber airport euthanized after biting officer

Officials say bear sightings increased in Utah and the West this summer after abnormal spring temperatures and drought conditions. Authorities were unable to find the cub's mother. On this particular one, we euthanized the bear because it did bite an officer, and anytime there's that, we just out of an abundance of caution for people, we do prioritize people over the wildlife, he said.

via kpcw.orgPark CitySeptember 25, 2026

Vernal Oilers Make Jump To NCDC West Conference; Away Game Tonight | Basin Now

After winning back-to-back Premier National Championships, the Vernal Oilers have made the jump this season from USPHL Premier to the National Collegiate Development Conference and tonight is their season opener. The Vernal Oilers and McCall Smokejumpers are joining the Casper Warbirds, Park City Outliers, and Rock Springs Miners in the West Conference Mountain Division.

via basinnow.comVernalSeptember 25, 2026

Police find 113 violations, place 11 vehicles 'out of service' during Park City commercial vehicle operation

Drivers placed out of service did not have a commercial driver's license, or it was invalid. Park City Police Department Park City Police Department officer inspects vehicle during operation on Wednesday, September 23, 2026. It's nice to know that theyre stepping up and making sure that not only are we safe, everybody on the road is safe and that the drivers are safe as well, she said.

via Fox 13Park CitySeptember 25, 2026

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