The Tooele Transcript Bulletin has published Tooele County news since 1894. Here is a flashback of local front-page news from 25, 50, 75 and 100 years ago that occurred during the fourth week of September.
Kami Perkins was listed as both the Human Resources Director and the City Treasurer in undated city directories and administration documents.
Heavy rainfall has triggered flooding in Grantsville, following a history of significant flood events in Tooele County. While the National Weather Service warned of localized flooding from thunderstorms earlier in September, residents face ongoing risks as development continues in high-risk floodplains.
PV3 Enterprises has acquired a premier motorsports facility in Tooele County, originally established by the Larry H. Miller family in 2006. The investment group aims to restore the venue and use it as a proving ground for ENVE Motorsports engineering and fabrication.
TOOELE, Utah, Sept. 20, 2026 (Gephardt Daily) — Tooele City police recently made arrests after a series of vehicle burglaries, and have recovered some victims' belongings. The department “apprehended individuals involved in numerous vehicle burglaries that occurred at and near the Cove Apartments,” the TCPD statement says.
SALT LAKE CITY — Dust from the bed of Great Salt Lake could become increasingly dangerous and expensive if we don't take action now. John C. Lin, the center's scientific director and a professor in the department of atmospheric sciences, said the research team looked at a number of factors.
In a report published September 18, 2026, Bear River secured a 47-33 region victory over Tooele, while Ogden suffered a 18-17 loss to Logan on Homecoming night. Other notable results included American Fork's 29-21 win over Davis and a narrow 34-32 loss for Box Elder against Rigby.
Performers dressed up as nobles from the House of Tudor parade around the grounds of the Tooele Renaissance Faire in September 2025. (Photo: Tooele Renaissance Faire) Katrina Flores, director of the Tooele Renaissance Faire, said people come from all over Utah to attend the faire, sometimes traveling in from neighboring states.
According to a probable cause statement drafted by Officer Jose Hurtado with the Tooele City Police Department, he was dispatched to Varra Salon Suites on Sept. 1, 2026, after receiving reports of a Ruger LC9 that had been stolen from the business on Aug.
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Crews will complete seeding and landscaping along SR-36 and I-80 as the project nears completion. Drivers should expect the following lane closures: Northbound SR-36: Starting as early as Tuesday, Sept. Eastbound I-80: Starting as early as Thursday, Sept.
Tooele City police officers were dispatched to The Cove at Overlake apartments on Sept. after receiving reports of three individuals breaking into vehicles. As Officer Watkins wrote in his probable cause statement, The reporting party stated they observed at least four vehicles that were entered.
According to a probable cause statement drafted by Utah Highway Patrol's Trooper Carlos Rios-Redd, he was alerted of a vehicle of interest during the afternoon hours on Sept. 1, 2026.
Members of the community gathered Saturday for a 9/11 Memorial Walk hosted by the Tooele City Fire Department, commemorating the 25th anniversary of the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001., and ended at the Tooele High School football field.
“My garden’s production has exploded this year, so I thought I’d make us classic BLT’s using what I’ve grown,” Dave Zitting said, just before dashing out the door to gather the ingredients. He soon reappeared with his hands filled with fresh produce, just collected.
Grantsville City has introduced a proposed property tax rate increase as part of its Fiscal Year 2027 Interim Budget. The proposal includes specific documentation for residents to review the potential impact on their property taxes.
Tovele City Est. 1853 City Recorder's Office Tooele City Council PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the Tooele City Council will meet in a Business Meeting on Wednesday, September 16, 2026 immediately following the 7:00 p.m.
Tooele City City Recorder's Office Tooele City Council PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the Tooele City Council will meet in a Work Meeting on Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at 6:15 p.m.
Norma Geane Johnson, our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother, returned home to her Heavenly Father on Friday, Sept. 4, 2026, at the age of 94. Born on Christmas Eve, Dec.
The Tooele Planning Commission is scheduled to hold a public hearing on September 23, 2026, regarding a conditional use permit for a pet shop and grooming service.
The Tooele Planning Commission is scheduled to hold a public hearing on September 23, 2026, regarding a drone delivery request for a Walmart location.
Tooele City has announced a public hearing for September 23, 2026, to discuss potential amendments to the city code regarding water rights. The meeting will focus on conveyance requirements and depletion rates for new developments.
March 8, 1946 – Sept. 6, 2026 Patricia Ann Gull Yandow, lovingly known as Patti, passed away peacefully Sept. 6, 2026. She was born March 8, 1946, in Tooele, Utah, to Rawlin and Lora Gull. Patti was a devoted wife to her eternal companion, David Arthur Yandow Jr.
“What’s going to change? “My second issue is that my son's been denied a copy of the video footage that was taken during this incident. And again, I'd like to know why. Valdez said all district transportation employees undergo required background checks as part of the hiring process.
TOOELE, Utah (ABC4) — Noises heard in the surrounding Tooele area were a result of the Tooele Army Depot destroying obsolete munitions. The army depot acknowledges the unexpected noise and vibrations may have had an impact on nearby residents, and that it was more widespread than normal.
Blasts from the western desert are as much a Utah tradition as Pioneer Day and fry sauce, but what's happening Monday has startled many residents who feel the explosions are the loudest they've heard in years. "What is that banging?" wrote one person on the Eagle Mountain City Citizens Facebook group.
Ridgeline High School's girls volleyball team had several scheduled matchups in September 2026. The schedule included games against Mountain Crest, Tooele, Deseret Peak, and Box Elder.
Mountain Crest High School announced several upcoming events for September 2026, including sports competitions and homecoming celebrations. The school also highlighted its core values and the importance of consistent school attendance.
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The incident happened on Aug. Travis and Alaina Prawitt said they helped their 7-year-old son, Winston, onto his school bus that morning, expecting him to be transported to Middle Canyon Elementary School. "We confirmed with Middle Canyon Elementary (that) Winston was not there.
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Travis and Alaina Prawitt said their 7-year-old son, Winston, was one of the students left on the bus Aug. MORE: St. Panic. Absolute terror, Travis said. Travis said he called the district's special education director and then 911. Winston has level two autism and was nonverbal until he was nearly 5.
During the closure, motorists heading toward SR-201 will need to continue east on I-80 and use SR-202 (Exit 104) before reconnecting with eastbound SR-201. UDOT says another weekend closure in the same area is planned later this month. The closure is part of an ongoing project to repair potholes and improve conditions on two SR-201 bridges.
