Introducing our newest oral history grants cohort
Through support from Utah Humanities and the Utah Historical Society, the oral history grant provides funding to collect and transcribe interviews and share the content ...
StatewideOctober 16, 2026
Identity Revealed for Man Found in Lake Mead Barrel in 2022
The Clark County coroner's office identified the man found in a barrel at Lake Mead in 2022 as Edward "Buddy" Lelburian Jackson. Jackson, who was believed to be in his 50s, had ties to Arkansas, California, and Utah.
StatewideOctober 16, 2026
Biology Majors Build AI Startup to Prevent Manufacturing Machine Failures
Two biology majors from the University of Utah are developing ForgeMetrics, an AI-driven predictive maintenance platform designed to help small and medium-sized manufacturers avoid costly machine failures. The startup aims to provide affordable technology to businesses that lack dedicated maintenance staff.
StatewideOctober 16, 2026
The next act for the No Kings movement: Early voting in the midterms • Utah News Dispatch
Organizers across hundreds of advocacy groups will pull together thousands of events nationwide Saturday to encourage early voting in this year’s midterm elections. Voting is already underway in dozens of states, and roughly 5.1 million ballots – both in-person and mail – have been cast, according to the University of Florida’s Election Lab.
via Utah News DispatchStatewideOctober 16, 2026
Trump back on the road as analysts see more congressional races shifting in Dems’ favor • Utah News Dispatch
House and Senate. Adding to the trend, the Cook Political Report with Amy Walter, an elections forecaster, shifted 11 additional House races in the direction of Democrats on Friday — in congressional districts in Florida, Kansas, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, New York, Ohio and South Carolina.
via Utah News DispatchStatewideOctober 16, 2026
A gourd time for a great cause
EUCCU employees welcomed families to the pumpkin patch, where attendees could pick out the perfect pumpkin, play carnival games, and enjoy candy, treats, and prizes. The festival was made even more special thanks to the support of local volunteers.
via ETV NewsStatewideOctober 16, 2026
Katie Zacharia out as White House press secretary
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via Gephardt DailyStatewideOctober 16, 2026
Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest to Begin Prescribed Fires Oct. 18
The Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest will begin prescribed fire operations on Oct. 18, 2026, across several areas including Millcreek, Lambs, and Parleys canyons. These controlled burns aim to reduce hazardous fuel accumulations and improve watershed health, following long-term efforts to mitigate wildfire risks in the region.
StatewideOctober 16, 2026
Bug World Exhibition Press Release
The newest exhibition coming to the Natural History Museum of Utah on Saturday, February 14, is backed with some real star power.
StatewideOctober 16, 2026
Film Review: You Can See Everything
Facebook Twitter Arts You Can See Everything Directors: Nathan Fielder, Lance Oppenheim A24, To Be Formed, Blow Out Productions In Theaters: 10.16.2026
Where does reality end and perception begin? How much of who we are is determined by our own understanding of ourselves, and how much depends on the image we project and the way others choose to see us?
via SLUG MagazineStatewideOctober 16, 2026
Avengers medals and propane fireplace inserts recalled over magnet and explosion hazards
Two Consumer Product Safety Commission recalls involve products that could cause serious injuries or death. The Conqueror is recalling about 476 Avengers Infinity Gauntlet medals because their high-powered magnets can detach. If swallowed, multiple magnets can connect inside the digestive system, potentially causing intestinal perforations, blockages, blood poisoning or death.
via KJZZStatewideOctober 16, 2026
Carbon High celebrates $25,000 award, continues push for $1 million upgrade
PRICE — Carbon High School and T-Mobile took center stage during halftime of the Dinos football game Thursday, Oct. 15, as the school celebrated its progress in the nationwide Friday Night 5G Lights competition and received a $25,000 award for athletic facility improvements.
via ETV NewsStatewideOctober 16, 2026
5. Discussion and possible adoption of Council Meeting minutes from September 2, 2026. Agenda — October 14, 2026
Council Meeting Agenda
10/14/2026
7:00pm
1. Call to Order.
2. Opening Prayer.
3. Pledge of Allegiance.
4. Swearing in of New Councilmembers (William Hansen and Rylee Allen).
5. Discussion and possible adoption of Council Meeting minutes from September 2, 2026.
6. Review and Possi
StatewideOctober 16, 2026
Dempsey-Fehling Wins XC Region 3 Championship
Samuel Dempsey-Fehling of Lone Peak High School secured first place at the XC Region 3 Championship, leading a competitive field of runners. American Fork High School demonstrated strong team depth, placing multiple runners in the top six to secure a high team standing.
StatewideOctober 16, 2026
TSA scales back PreCheck benefit announced just weeks ago
Travelers arrive at the Transportation ... Federal agencies Aviation news Air travel safety See all topics The Transportation Security Administration has scaled back a program that allows PreCheck members who are not flying to go through security, according to some of the airports where it had been operating.
via CNNStatewideOctober 16, 2026
SHHS Band Director Honored
Congratulations to Mr. Ryan Adair, SHHS band director. He was recently named one of Yamaha's 40 Und...
StatewideOctober 16, 2026
Utah Filipino Festival Celebrates Heritage Through Food and Dance
The Utah Filipino Festival continues its tradition of celebrating Philippine heritage through immersive cultural experiences, including traditional dance, music, and authentic cuisine. The community-led event, organized by several Filipino-American organizations, aims to preserve cultural roots and foster connection among Utahns.
StatewideSalt Lake CityOctober 16, 2026
Nominees announced for two Fourth District Court vacancies
The Fourth District Judicial Nominating Commission has selected nominees for two vacancies on the Fourth District Court. These vacancies will result from the retirements of Judge Derek Pullan, Dec. 16, 2026 and Judge Kasey Wright, Dec. 31, 2026.
via Utah PolicyStatewideOctober 16, 2026
Curtis, Hickenlooper celebrate passage of bipartisan bill to improve snowpack monitoring, manage drought
U.S. Senators John Curtis (R-UT) and John Hickenlooper (D-CO) celebrated the Senate passage of their bipartisan bill, the Snow Water Supply Forecasting Program Reauthorization Act, to help better predict and measure water supply to manage drought in the West.
via Utah PolicyStatewideOctober 16, 2026
Utah seeks child safety and privacy protections in Character.AI bankruptcy sale
Utah and 37 other attorneys general are calling for child safety and privacy protections in any sale of Character.AI's business or assets. The coalition filed a notice in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware, where Character Technologies, Inc., the company behind Character.AI, filed for Chapter 11 protection on Oct. 12.
via Utah PolicyStatewideOctober 16, 2026
UVU President’s Scholarship Ball puts students’ futures in focus
Utah Valley University (UVU) celebrated the students, donors, alumni, mentors, and community partners shaping the university’s future during the 2026 President’s Scholarship Ball on Oct. 10. This year’s President’s Scholarship Ball raised $792,450 to support student scholarships at UVU.
via Utah PolicyStatewideOctober 16, 2026
For 100 days, Salt Lake Country Club had a new member: An escaped Harris’s hawk
Stax, a 14-year-old Harris’s hawk, escaped HawkWatch International on June 29. For much of the time since, he set up shop at a Salt Lake golf course while HawkWatch staff tried to recapture him.
via KUERStatewideOctober 16, 2026
Keller scores twice as Utah Mammoth defeat Edmonton Oilers
The Utah Mammoth secured their third consecutive victory on Thursday, October 15, by defeating the Edmonton Oilers 4-2 at Rogers Place. Clayton Keller scored twice for the Mammoth, handing the Oilers their first regulation loss of the season and ending their six-game point streak.
StatewideOctober 16, 2026