FEMA declared a disaster for Utah involving the Cottonwood Fire, flooding, and mudslides. The incident period for the disaster spanned from July 13, 2026, through July 24, 2026.
FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of Utah to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by the Cottonwood Fire, flooding and mudslides from July 13-24, 2026.
(Zion National Park, UT) — Zion National Park is reopening a section of the Zion-Mount Carmel Highway after a major rockfall. Park officials announced yesterday that cleanup and safety work finished sooner than first expected. The reopening restores a key east-west route through the park.
Division of Wildlife Resources press release UTAH – Roughly a month after confirming zebra mussel DNA on the Utah side of the Colorado River, Utah Division of Wildlife Resources biologists collected a live adult zebra mussel below the Westwater Recreation Area on Tuesday, Sept. Test results confirmed the finding on Oct.
Karen Peterson is scheduled to discuss careers in government and public service during a Friday Career Connection virtual event. The session will focus on how a Southern Utah University education can lead to professional opportunities in these sectors.
CW3E Precipitation Outlook: 8 October 2026 October 8, 2026 Click here for a pdf of this information. Widespread Rainfall Expected in the Southwestern US This Weekend Into Next Week Tropical Storm Rachel is forecast to turn northeastward and interact with a deepening shortwave trough over the US West Coast this…
“We’ll make sure that people are able to watch it, that it’s public, because people need to understand that there’s serious consequences for these types of things,” Hegseth told podcaster Jack Posobeic in an interview on Wednesday. Eddie Slovik was put to death in early 1945.
National gasoline pump prices remain at record highs for the autumn season, marking the first time the national average has exceeded $4 per gallon in October. While the national average dropped 5 cents to $4.36, crude oil prices have risen back above $90 per barrel.
Aiden Flora has received multiple national and conference honors following his performance against West Virginia. The Iowa State running back was named the Maxwell National Player of the Week on Wednesday, October 8, according to a statement from the Maxwell Football Club.
A strengthening El Niño is expected to persist through early 2027, with meteorologists forecasting a high probability of a historic event. This climate pattern may influence precipitation and temperature across the Western United States, including Southern Utah.
Republican Rep. Mike Kennedy stood by President Trump’s conflict in the Middle East as Marine veteran Jonny Larsen assailed the war as illegal and criticized Congress for not reining the administration in.
“It is an overrepresentation that is not reflected in publishing statistics,” said Megan Van Deventer, associate professor of English at Weber State University. Of the authors on the list, Sarah J. Maas leads with seven titles and Ellen Hopkins has six.
Southern Utah faces potential flooding and high winds as the remnants of Tropical Storm Rachel are expected to bring heavy rainfall and thunderstorms to the region starting Sunday. Forecasters warn of rising water levels in streams and slot canyons between Saturday and Monday.
The Utah Mammoth suffered a 6-1 defeat against the Boston Bruins on Oct. 8, 2026, at TD Garden, dropping their season record to 3-2-0. David Pastrnak led the Bruins with two power-play goals and two assists, while Utah's Jack McBain scored a lone goal for the Mammoth.
The Boston Bruins defeated the Utah Mammoth 6-1 at TD Garden on Thursday, October 9, 2026. Bruins captain David Pastrnak recorded four points during the victory, while Morgan Geekie contributed a goal and two assists.
The Utah Mammoth suffered a 6-1 loss against the Boston Bruins on October 8, 2026. This defeat brings the Mammoth's season record to 3-2-0.
Republican Mike Kennedy and Democrat Jonny Larsen. This will be the first general election since Utah adopted its new congressional map. House of Representatives. Join Utah Public Radio for the 2nd Congressional District debate Tuesday, Oct.
The Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway (SR-9) is experiencing ongoing construction and traffic updates, including fiber optic installation and parking availability alerts. UDOT reports occasional one-way traffic and delays due to construction projects in the Zion National Park area.
Robin Goomes secured a historic third consecutive victory at the 2026 Red Bull Rampage women's finals. She achieved this feat by scoring a 93.5 on her second run, narrowly defeating Hannah Bergemann.
Kaysville Mayor Tami Tran accepts the President's Award at the Davis Technical College Foundation Life-Changer luncheon. Tran is also running for a Utah State Senate seat in November. (Becky Ginos/Davis Journal) KAYSVILLE—When Torri Fonger was 15 she experienced a difficult healthcare situation that inspired her to become a nurse.
The high desert of deep greens, reds, tans and towering sandstone holds some of the most spectacular landscapes in the country and thousands of years of ancient — along with present-day — human history. But these lands also hold another history: Utah’s role in the nation’s atomic age.
Across from Harding was the crowd — quiet enough to hear any personal conversation, yet none to be heard. Photo: Ethan Clewell. 2026 By Ethan Clewell October 8, 2026 Concert The bassline comes in, followed by the shaker and the harp coming together while Aldous Harding sings.
Published October 8, 2026 at 5:01 PM MDT Set KUER as preferred source National Weather Service The weather hazards outlook issued by the National Weather Service, Oct. 8, 2026, calls for high winds and heavy rain in Arizona, Utah and parts of the West.
Weber State defensive end Porter Small earned Big Sky Conference defensive player of the week honors following a standout performance in a two-overtime victory against Cal Poly. The sophomore's breakout performance comes as the Wildcats work to improve their defensive consistency throughout the season.
Notice of Intent to Commence the Preparation of Amending its Impact Fee Facilities Plan and Impact Fee Analysis for Springville Public Safety Springville City, Utah   Pursuant to the provisions of 11-36a-501 and 503 of the Utah Code, notice is hereby provided that Springville City, a municipality of the State of Utah, located in Utah […]
No. 17 Utah State women's soccer will host Washington State on Oct. 8 before traveling to face Boise State on Oct. 11. The Aggies enter the week with a 9-2-2 record and a 2-0-0 mark in Pac-12 play.
A district-wide service challenge for Granite student groups is currently underway, with submissions due October 23. The winning group will receive 22 tickets to a Utah Jazz game on November 11.
John A. Moran Eye Center physicians and scientists will share research, surgical knowledge, and clinical expertise at the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) 2026 annual meeting, October 9-12 in New Orleans.
Bronco Mendenhall noted progress in the Utah State offense, which is becoming more balanced, explosive, and confident. However, the Aggies are looking to translate that improvement into wins following a loss to Boise State.
The Bear Lake Special Service District Board will hold a public hearing on Oct. 15, 2026, regarding wastewater impact fee facilities plans, impact fee analysis, and impact fee enactment. The meeting is scheduled to take place in Garden City.
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Swire Coca-Cola USA is experiencing steady growth following the expansion of its Spokane Valley distribution facility. The facility's capacity has increased significantly, allowing it to process nearly double its previous case volume.
(Zion National Park, UT) -- A section of the Zion-Mount Carmel Highway could remain closed for several weeks. A major rockfall on September 30th covered the roadway, and a two-and-a-half-mile segment remains blocked. Crews have removed about half the debris, but forecast rain could slow the work.
BYU basketball fans gathered at the Marriott Center on Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2026, for the annual Marriott Madness event. The festivities featured fan games, musical performances, and player introductions for both the men's and women's teams.
In an undated notice from Alpine School District, officials explained how School Community Councils direct millions of dollars in Trust Lands revenue to local classrooms. This funding, which does not require additional taxpayer money, is managed through the Learning And Nurturing Development program to address specific school needs.
Timpanogos Elementary students concluded a series of Hispanic Heritage Month visits from international representatives with Fernando Pérez, Consul General of El Salvador in Utah. Speaking in Spanish, Pérez introduced students to El Salvador’s culture, traditions and national symbols, inviting them to compare what they knew about the Central American country with their own experiences. He began by asking students about their favorite foods, the weather and familiar American traditions, incl
“Raise your hand if you’ve ever felt lonely.” Children’s author Karla Arenas Valenti posed the question to students during recent visits to Franklin and Timpanogos Elementary Schools, where she shared her picture book María Mariposa as part of Operation Literacy’s Book Drop program. The program is organized by the nonprofit Operation Literacy that brings authors to Title I schools and provides students with books of their own. Throughout the reading, Valenti occasionally spoke Spanish and paused
The Dixie L. Leavitt School of Business has scheduled a Management Club opening social for Oct. 8, 2026.
Hurricane Isaias has intensified into the Atlantic season's first hurricane, maintaining maximum sustained winds of 80 mph as it moves toward the northern Gulf Coast. Alabama Governor Kay Ivey has declared a state of emergency for 40 counties in anticipation of the storm's possible landfall as a hurricane by Friday.
A new study has found that people with the sickle cell genetic variant are almost exclusively infected by a distinct variety of malaria parasites, which might help protect them from disease.
The Box Elder School District has scheduled a school board meeting for Oct. 14, 2026, to provide district updates. This meeting follows the appointment of A.J. Gilmore as Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Learning for Secondary Education earlier this year.
