UDOT is designing improvements for I-15 through St. George to address long-term transportation and mobility needs. The project includes widening the interstate and constructing new bridges to establish local connections.
Ogden police are investigating a fatal shooting that claimed the life of a 16-year-old student near Ben Lomond High School. The investigation into the incident is ongoing.
Washington County has authorized the issuance of up to $50,000,000 in sales tax revenue bonds to fund projects for the St. George Regional Airport and the Dixie Center. A public hearing is scheduled for September 15, 2026, to gather community input on the bond issuance and its economic impact.
Utah Tech University is implementing changes to campus operations and facilities to comply with newly passed state legislation, including House Bill 261 and House Bill 257. The university is restructuring several offices and updating restroom usage policies in response to these legislative mandates.
Orem police arrested a man facing 32 counts of alleged domestic violence felonies. The arrest was documented by the City of Orem on July 16, 2026.
A new wildfire, identified as the Turkey Farm Fire, broke out north of St. George on July 12, 2026, burning within the 2020 Turkey Farm Fire burn scar. An evacuation warning was issued for residents in the area between St. George and The Ledges.
Taffy Loveless has become the first patient at Kane County Hospital to complete a full course of 12 rounds of chemotherapy within the local community. Her treatment journey highlights the hospital's ability to provide advanced cancer care in a rural setting.
The St. George City Council held two separate public hearings in mid-2026 to consider ordinances regarding the vacation of various utility, drainage, and property easements across different local developments.
The St. George City Council approved several ordinances in June 2026, including the vacation of utility easements at Desert Color Resort and the Bloomington Country Club. The council also voted to rezone over 42 acres near Gap Canyon Parkway.
Encircle has announced it will close its Heber City location on July 31, 2026, citing low engagement levels, prompting a local community member to launch a fundraiser to purchase the building and establish an independent center.
