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Bachmeier leads #8 BYU past Iowa State, 24-10

PROVO, Utah (ABC4 Sports) - With Big 12 Offensive Player of the Year LJ Martin out, Bear Bachmeier took matters into his own hands. BYU's sophomore quarterback threw for a season-high 329 yards and two touchdowns, and rushed for a career-high 109 yards to lead No.

Zion National Park Reopens Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway to Visitors

Zion National Park reopened visitor access on the Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway on Friday, Oct. 9, 2026. The reopening follows a period of road closures and repairs necessitated by a large rock formation collapse.

Utah State Edges Washington State 17-16 on October 9

The Washington State Cougars fell to Utah State with a score of 17-16 on October 9. The loss leaves WSU with a 1-5 record, the lowest start for the program since the 2010 season.

Washington State Offense Shows Promise in First Half Against Utah State

Washington State's offense showed significant improvement in the first half of their matchup against Utah State, leading 16-3 at the halftime break. The Cougars' offensive surge featured a 54-yard touchdown run by Leo Pulalasi and multiple field goals from Jack Stevens.

StatewideOctober 9, 2026

Washington State falls to Utah State in second-half collapse

Washington State suffered a 17-16 loss to Utah State at Maverik Stadium, marking the Cougars' third consecutive defeat. The loss was driven by a second-half offensive collapse and multiple turnovers.

StatewideOctober 9, 2026

USU comes from behind to win first Pac-12 game, 17-16

LOGAN, Utah (ABC4 Sports) - Utah State has its first ever Pac-12 Conference victory. Javen Jacobs scored the game-winning touchdown with 6:22 left in the game, and the Aggies defense shut Washington State out in the second half in a 17-16 come from behind victory.

via ABC 4StatewideOctober 9, 2026

Utah Sen. John Curtis urges Sec. Hegseth to rethink wisdom of execution livestream

BREAKING BREAKING_HOME_PAGE Local Utah News Top News Stories US/World News Sen. John Curtis. Photo: Official portrait UTAH, Oct. 9, 2026 (Gephardt Daily) — Utah Sen.

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'A bit of an adventure': An inside look at Angels Landing Trail at Zion National Park

ZION NATIONAL PARK, Utah (ABC4) — More than a quarter of a million hikers take on the famous Angels Landing Trail every year. Dubbed one of Zion National Park's most famous hikes, the trail takes a lot more maintenance to keep open than you might realize.

via ABC 4StatewideOctober 9, 2026

Nebo School District Celebrates October PEAK Award Winners

Nebo School District is proud to announce the October PEAK Award recipients! PEAK stands for Positiv...

StatewideOctober 9, 2026

New All-Terrain Wheelchairs Improve Access in Five Utah National Parks

The National Park Service has introduced all-terrain wheelchairs to improve accessibility in five Utah national parks. These non-motorized chairs allow visitors to navigate unpaved trails, sand, and rocky terrain.

StatewideOctober 9, 2026

Crumbl closures offer glimpse into pressure on fast-casual, discretionary spending

“When consumers are kind of facing increased prices, increased gas prices, increased grocery prices, they’re trying to find ways to kind of adjust to that pressure,” Spendlove said. Crumbl, the Utah-based cookie company that rapidly expanded into a national franchise brand, has become one example of that potential pressure.

via KJZZStatewideOctober 9, 2026

Gardeners Basics Recalls Waltham 29 Broccoli Sprouting Seeds Due to Possible Salmonella Contamination

October 8, 2026, Gardeners Basics of Spanish Fork, Utah, is recalling one-pound bags of broccoli sprouting seeds because they may be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened i

StatewideOctober 9, 2026

Jaxson Hayes Embraces Next-Man-Up Mentality Amid Nurkić Injury

Jaxson Hayes is preparing to take on an expanded role for the Utah Jazz as center Jusuf Nurkić faces a four-week recovery period following a foot injury. Hayes expressed a readiness to serve as a defensive anchor and mentor to younger players while the team experiments with new frontcourt rotations.

StatewideOctober 9, 2026

Storm Remnants Bring Flood Watches and High Wind Warnings to Utah

The National Weather Service Salt Lake City has issued flood watches and wind advisories for various Utah regions, citing moisture from the remnants of Tropical Storm Rachel. The weather event is expected to bring widespread rainfall and high winds through Monday afternoon.

StatewideOctober 9, 2026

Work-Session-AgendaOctober

NOTICE OF A MEETING OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES WORK SESSION OF JORDAN VALLEY WATER CONSERVANCY DISTRICT PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that the Board of Trustees of the Jordan Valley Water Conservancy District will hold its Work Session at 3:30 p.m., Monday, October 12, 2026. The me

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Utahn spotlights 442nd Army veteran's life story

A few envelopes and a sturdy shoebox hold dozens of cream and gray vintage photos of Masao Akiyama. (Photo: Diane Akiyama) Share story Share topics: 442nd Regimental Combat Team Japanese-American Internment World War II Masao Akiyama SALT LAKE CITY (KUTV) — A few envelopes and a sturdy shoebox hold dozens of cream and gray vintage photos of Masao Akiyama.

via KJZZStatewideOctober 9, 2026

TGIF Show: Your weekend adventure guide

The weekend is almost here, and that means it’s time to look for adventure — whether it's something fun, inspiring, educational or entertaining. Take advantage of our snapshot of Southern Utah events and activities to enjoy with family and friends, and keep the adventure going all weekend long!

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No. 17 Women’s Soccer falls to Golden Eagles in defensive battle

Game Recap: Women’s Soccer | 10/8/2026 6:50:00 PM | Jose Briseno – Assistant SID The No. 17 Utah State Eastern women’s soccer team fell 1-0 to the College of Southern Idaho on the road Thursday, suffering its first loss to the Golden Eagles this season.

via etvnews.comStatewideOctober 9, 2026

Ambulance employee honored for commitment to community

PRICE – During the Carbon County Commission meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 7, a longtime Carbon County Ambulance employee was named the county’s October Employee of the Month for his dedicated service to patient care, willingness to take on extra shifts and efforts to improve the ambulance department.

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Friday Night Spotlight: Penultimate week in regular season features 3 non-region football match-ups

Three Region 9 football teams get a bye in the next-to-last week of the regular season. Two others go on the road and the last, Desert Hills, will host a non-region team from Las Vegas, Nevada, on Friday night. And three squads currently share a portion of the Region 9 title with 3-1 records: Hurricane, Crimson Cliffs and Snow Canyon.

via stgeorgeutah.comStatewideOctober 9, 2026

Beyond landscaping: BeSpoke offers custom outdoor living products for local homes

(Sponsored) For homeowners looking to transform an ordinary yard into a memorable gathering place, the options might feel limited to what’s available in a catalog. BeSpoke Outdoor Living takes a fresh approach by combining custom metal fabrication with premium outdoor products to give customers more ways to create spaces that feel distinctly their own.

via stgeorgeutah.comStatewideOctober 9, 2026

Utah's Business and Chancery Court: What Startup Founders Should Know

Utah's Business and Chancery Court handles qualifying commercial disputes involving contracts, corporate governance, financing and emerging technologies. Here's how the court works, what its early cases reveal, and why startup founders and investors should understand its role.

via techbuzznews.comStatewideOctober 9, 2026

Experience 'A Night at the Oscars' with the Southwest Symphony and Hollywood bagpiper Eric Rigler

(Sponsored) For this year's Halloween Spooktacular, the Southwest Symphony invites audiences to spend “A Night at the Oscars” with special guest Eric Rigler. Experience the soundtracks of cinema’s most iconic moments, performed by one of the musicians who helped create them alongside Southern Utah’s premier orchestra.

via stgeorgeutah.comStatewideOctober 9, 2026

University of Utah investigating report of on-campus racial assault

The vehicle turned around, and up to six 15- to 16-year-old boys got out and surrounded the students while continuing to yell racial slurs, the university said. "The University of Utah condemns acts of violence, intimidation and discrimination," the alert said.

via Fox 13StatewideOctober 9, 2026

Former Utah senate candidate sentenced in forcible sexual abuse case

UTAH COUNTY, Utah (ABC4) — A former candidate for the Utah Senate has been sentenced for forcible sexual abuse. Brandon Beckham, 50, was initially charged in March 2022, while campaigning to represent District 23 in the Utah Senate as a Republican candidate.

via ABC 4StatewideOctober 9, 2026

Utah Utes to Debut Hand-Painted Winter Helmets Against Kansas

The Utah Utes will debut new hand-painted helmets featuring a winter landscape during their matchup against Kansas. The design, created by artist Armando Villarreal, incorporates frosted lettering, icicles, and snowy mountain scenery onto a white shell.

StatewideOctober 9, 2026

LJ Martin Injury Sidelines BYU Tailback for Four to Six Weeks

BYU star tailback LJ Martin is expected to miss four to six weeks due to a lower-body injury sustained against TCU. The injury comes as the Cougars face a critical stretch of the schedule, including a matchup against No. 3 Notre Dame.

StatewideOctober 9, 2026

Clark Historic Farm to Host Honey Harvest Festival Contests Oct. 9

Clark Historic Farm will host various contests and honors during the Utah Honey Harvest Festival. The event includes recognition for women and a honey tasting competition.

StatewideOctober 9, 2026

Utah Honey Harvest Festival Scheduled for October 9 and 10

The 12th Annual Utah Honey Harvest Festival will be held on October 9 and October 10. The event features honey tastings, craft vendors, and entertainment for families.

StatewideOctober 9, 2026

Trooper returns to duty after fall from overpass during pursuit

Utah Highway Patrol trooper Steve Odie Myer returned to full duty more than two years after he was seriously injured in a fall from an overpass during a pursuit. Myer fell 32 feet while attempting to deploy spike strips during a pursuit on Feb.

via KUTVStatewideOctober 9, 2026

Prosecutors seek death penalty against Utah man accused of killing mother, second victim

Matthew Jacob Leonard was arrested facing two counts of aggravated murder in April after two people went missing, one of whom was his mother. Leonard was accused of killing Sarah Johnson and John Handricks. According to the probable cause statement, a witness told police they were spending time with Johnson, Handricks and Leonard when they heard five gunshots.

via KUTVStatewideOctober 9, 2026

Utah State football vs Washington State preview: How to Watch, Availability Report, Keys to the Game

Last week was Utah State's first-ever Pac-12 conference game, but this week will feature another first: a home Pac-12 conference game. The Aggies will host Washington State in a battle of 1-4 teams.

via cachevalleydaily.comStatewideOctober 9, 2026

Preserving hope: Cold capping and cancer hair care support at Ottalaus Salon

For many people undergoing cancer treatment, hair loss can be an emotional part of an already difficult journey. One option is cold capping, a treatment designed to help reduce chemotherapy-related hair loss. Ottalaus is also working to make hair preservation more accessible.

via KUTVStatewideOctober 9, 2026

USU Eastern Music Department announces October concert

USU Eastern press release PRICE – The Utah State University Eastern Music Department invites the campus and local community to their annual Fall Sign choir concert. On Tuesday, Oct.

via etvnews.comStatewideOctober 9, 2026

U.S. Measles Cases Surpass 4,000, Reaching 35-Year High

United States measles cases have surpassed 4,000 for the year, marking a 35-year high. While the federal government provides funding for state responses, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy is focusing on tracking vaccine injuries, even as Pennsylvania reports five deaths from the virus.

StatewideOctober 9, 2026

Oregon’s Merkley, Utah’s Curtis propose extending military death benefits to fallen firefighters

Sen. John Curtis. The federal government currently provides a maximum death benefit of $10,000 to federal wildland firefighters’ families. The bill would not only increase the benefit for those families, but extend it to privately contracted wildland firefighters and those employed by state and local fire agencies.

via Utah News DispatchStatewideOctober 9, 2026

Singers and Musicians Invited to Join 6th Annual Songs of Gratitude Program

All local singers and musicians across Utah Valley are invited to gather and perform in the 6th annual Songs of Gratitude program, hosted by the Utah Valley Choir of Family Friendly Performers. The annual concert will take place on Sunday, November 1, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. in the meetinghouse chapel located at 400 N.

via servedaily.comStatewideOctober 9, 2026

Tropical Storm Remnants Threaten Utah with Heavy Rain and Wind

The remnants of Tropical Storm Rachel are expected to bring widespread heavy rainfall and high winds to Utah this weekend, raising the risk of flash flooding. The weather event follows a period of significant disaster recovery in the state following the 2026 Cottonwood Fire and subsequent July floods.

StatewideOctober 9, 2026
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