Arts & Entertainment October 1, 2026 Good evening. On our minds today: The ‘unlikely’ story of how a controversial band came to small town Utah. Plus, Rainn Wilson sang with the Tabernacle Choir. ’The ‘unlikely’ story of how a controversial band came to small town UtahRainn Wilson sang with the Tabernacle Choir.
President Dallin H. The background: President Oaks presided over the faith’s October 2025 general conference while not yet ordained as prophet. At that conference, he surprised members by announcing a slower pace of temple announcements, Amy Ortiz reported.
Good morning. On our minds today: LJ Martin’s place in BYU history, what analytics say about Utah football’s offense so far and the Mammoth dominate their season opener. The key stat that has LJ Martin settling in among BYU’s ‘Super 6’What the analytics reveal about No.
Isabella Pedroza Oct 02, 2026 - 9 min read Draper, Utah — October 2, 2026 Angela Smith grew up in St. George with a fairly limited idea of what she could do with her career. She became a teacher, following a path similar to her mother, and taught for six years.
The discovery paves the way for a rapidly evolving therapy: viruses that can attack and kill dangerous bacteria while leaving human cells unharmed.
Kem C. Gardner Institute Research finds high prices and borrowing costs continue to challenge buyers as Utah prepares for substantial housing demand.
Intermountain Healthcare has scheduled two Heartcode Basic Life Support skills classes for November 2026 in Logan and Ogden. The training sessions, designed for healthcare professionals, focus on high-quality CPR and AED usage.
NHL executives discussed early-season trends, including increased player skill levels and shifting salary landscapes, during a roundtable discussion. The discussion featured general managers from the Columbus Blue Jackets, Ottawa Senators, and Utah Mammoth.
UDOT released the first part of its Summer 2026 Innovation Review on October 2, 2026, highlighting 41 innovations received between June 1 and the end of August. This initial report focuses on advancements in maintenance, planning, preconstruction, and construction.
Intermountain Healthcare has scheduled upcoming Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED Skills Classes in Logan, Utah, and Burley, Idaho. These training sessions aim to equip participants with essential life-saving skills.
2026 was a rough wildfire year, as was feared due to the winter's low snowfall. Utah State University has shared a report on how this year ranks. The Beaver Canyon Fire started near Strawberry Reservoir in January, which at that time of year should have been buried under several feet of snow.
Foxboro Elementary will participate in the Statewide Read-A-Thon on Oct. 2. The event aims to celebrate reading and lifelong learning alongside students in the Davis School District and across Utah.
✅ Congress considered settling the same dispute for $15 million in 2002 under a proposal that also contemplated Utah relinquishing its mineral interests. ✅ The $60 million will be paid in four installments over 26 months, with the first payment expected within weeks.
The Peteetneet Fire was mapped to be around 45 acres in size as firefighters fought the flames from the air and on the ground, according to Utah Fire Info. A fire started on Sunday Sept. 6, 2026. This story will be updated.
A driver sustained critical injuries after a Honda CRV struck a concrete support structure near Highway 89. The accident occurred on a northbound ramp near Beck Street.
PAYSON, Utah, Sept. 7, 2026 (Gephardt Daily) — A wildfire that initially threatened structures near Payson grew to 45 acres Sunday and remained 0% contained, according to Utah Fire Info. The Peteetneet Fire is burning in brush and rugged terrain near Nebo Loop Road.
A new wildfire has sparked in Utah County on Sunday afternoon, threatening nearby structures, according to Utah Fire Info. Officials say the fire is located near Nebo Loop Road, near Payson. It is currently estimated at 6-10 acres. Utah Fire Info says ground and air crews are at the scene.
PAYSON, Utah (ABC4) — A new fire is burning in Payson. According to Utah Fire Info, the Payson Fire has started in Payson. It is burning near Nebo Loop Road and is estimated to be between six and ten acres at this time.
A new fire known as the Payson Fire was reported near Nebo Loop Road in Utah County. According to a September 6 statement, the fire was estimated at 6 to 10 acres and threatened structures.
Nebo School District released the second installment of its Administrative Appointments Series on May 1, 2026, highlighting four individuals stepping into new leadership roles. The series features Kade Jensen, Jade Andersen, J.R. Brandon, and Jen Gasser, spanning roles from elementary schools to the district office.
Nebo District is offering a mental health screener for students on the evening of September 21, 202...
Springville High School announced its September 2026 Students of the Month, recognizing individuals nominated by faculty from the Foreign Languages and Family and Consumer Science Departments.
The Payson Economic Development Board has scheduled a meeting for September 9, 2026. The meeting will address topics including retail strategies, the Innovation Center, and the CenCore project.
The Payson City Planning Commission has cancelled its meeting originally scheduled for September 9, 2026.
The Golden Onion Days annual celebration in Payson was scheduled for September 3 through September 7, 2026. Originally known as the Onion Harvest and Homecoming, the event honors the city's agricultural history.
The Nebo Education Foundation recently awarded grants to three Nebo School District educators to en...
An explainer regarding the Nebo School District, which serves the community of Payson.
Adam Cowie serves as a Forebay Committee Member for the city of Payson, contributing to the planning and execution of local trail and conservation projects.
Hombre de Utah acusado de intentar asfixiar a su madre con una almohada en Payson Los documentos judiciales señalan que la víctima es una mujer de edad avanzada que utiliza un tanque de oxígeno y que es considerada una persona vulnerable debido a sus condiciones físicas y de salud. Alan Hiatt Evans también enfrenta cargos por robo de vivienda y agresión agravada por violencia doméstica.
The Payson Santaquin Area Chamber of Commerce is working with the Santaquin Recreation Department to host the Hometown Market & Sounds of Santaquin summer series at Centennial Park. The event series, which runs through August, features local vendors, live music, and family-oriented activities like outdoor movies.
More than 120 catechists from the Diocese of Salt Lake City attended Spanish-language formation training at San Andres Parish in Payson. The training was organized by the diocesan Office of Hispanic Ministry.
Ten Mountain Division hospitals received recognitions from Healthgrades for safety, patient experience, and specialty excellence. The awards covered facilities located in Alaska, Idaho, and Utah.
Castle Country Radio Stock Photo Dino runners were on the road in Payson for the Night Hunt cross-country meet. Schools from across the state took part, and by the end of the race, the Carbon boys squad claimed second place in their division.
PAYSON — The Carbon cross country team traveled to the Gene Hillman Recreation Complex on Friday and delivered an impressive performance against a field featuring schools from multiple classifications. The Dinos showcased their depth, determination and offseason preparation as both varsity squads earned top-three team finishes.
The Spanish Fork Cross Country Team competed in the Payson Night Hunt Invitational against 20 teams from across Utah. The Boys Varsity Team secured first place and the Invitational Trophy.
