Bear sightings have increased in Utah County, including a recent sighting in Springville. Officials have advised residents to secure food sources as bears seek alternatives due to drought conditions.
Harmful algal bloom advisories have been issued for Utah Lake and various other water bodies throughout Utah County.
A Saratoga Springs mother, 44-year-old Jessica Lyman. was critically injured in a shooting that killed her 8-year-old son on March 28, 2025. Officials with the Saratoga Springs Police Department confirmed Thursday that Jessica Lyman, 44, died at the hospital on March 31, 2025.
Prosecutors are set to argue that Tyler Robinson targeted political figure Charlie Kirk in a case involving a bullet engraving. The court will determine on September 1, 2026, if probable cause exists to support charges against Robinson.
Prosecutors argued Monday that an engraving on a bullet proves Tyler Robinson targeted Charlie Kirk for his political views. The court will hear oral arguments on September 1 to determine if probable cause exists to proceed to trial.
The Lehi Free Press is hosting a donation drive to support the Ronald McDonald House Family Room at Intermountain Primary Children’s Hospital. Residents can donate new items to the newspaper office through Oct. 1 to assist families staying at the Miller Family Campus.
Bank of Utah is opening a new branch in Lehi to expand its presence in Utah County. The new location is located at 2292 1930 N St and will be led by Banking Manager Brooks Rose.
The Utah County Board of Commissioners scheduled a public meeting for August 19, 2026. The meeting was set to take place in the Commission Chambers at the Utah County Administration Building in Provo.
A notice was posted on August 17 regarding a vacancy on the North Pointe Solid Waste Special Service District Control Board. The vacancy notice was issued by the Board of Commissioners of Utah County.
