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Taylor West Weber Water Improvement District Cancels Oct. 19 Meeting

The Taylor West Weber Water Improvement District Board has cancelled its Board of Trustees meeting originally scheduled for Oct. 19, 2026. According to an Oct. 15 statement, the cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.

Dan Bryant Takes the Wheel as the Tri County Bookmobile Librarian

When Dan Bryant saw the job listing for the Tri County bookmobile librarian, he knew he should apply for the job. He remembered the feeling of excitement when he was a child and saw the bookmobile pull up and was greeted by a bookmobile librarian, who was always happy to see him. “I want to do that,” he says. “I ...

Silver linings: From fjord to friluftsliv — Visiting Norway’s land of the midnight sun

As a destination enrichment speaker with a cruise line, I’ve found Norway an easy and accessible country to visit: English is widely spoken, credit cards are welcome and the scenery is stunning. While the Norwegian word “koselig” isn’t as widely recognized in the United States as the Danish word “hygge,” both mean cozy contentment and relaxed lifestyle.

Suspicious White Powder and Threatening Letters Intercepted Bound for Henderson Office

In a post published October 18, Deidre M. Henderson announced that a local postal inspector intercepted an envelope containing suspicious white powder and threatening letters intended for her office. Henderson stated that the package was handed over to the FBI and emphasized that the midterm election will not be disrupted.

Letter with white powder addressed to Utah Lt. Gov. Henderson intercepted, given to FBI • Utah News Dispatch

Utah Lt. Gov. Reports of the letters in Arizona, Ohio, Oklahoma and Louisiana began last week, prompting building evacuations and an FBI investigation with just over two weeks to go until the Nov. ” Henderson wrote. “Also, nothing is going to disrupt the midterm election.

via Utah News DispatchStatewideOctober 19, 2026

Attorney representing Kouri Richins on fraud charges asks to withdraw

Kouri Richins will be given a new attorney to represent her on 26 fraud-related felony charges. Her attorney Amy Fowler asked to withdraw on Monday, citing communication breakdown with Richins. Richins cited Fowler's relationships with a witness in her other case, the judge and a prosecutor in a letter asking for a new attorney.

via KSLStatewideOctober 19, 2026

President Henry B. Eyring- Is Not This The Fast That I Have Chosen?

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via Mid-Utah RadioStatewideOctober 19, 2026

President Russell M. Nelson- The Lord Jesus Christ Will Come Again

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via Mid-Utah RadioStatewideOctober 19, 2026

Elder Jeffrey R. Holland- Terror, Triumph, And A Wedding Feast

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via Mid-Utah RadioStatewideOctober 19, 2026

High school girls volleyball: 2A/1A state tournament brackets announced by UHSAA

Class 2A state tournament First round (Oct 21) No. 17 Beaver at No. No. 24 Rockwell at No. No. 20 Salt Lake Academy at No. No. 21 American Heritage at No. No. 18 Grand at No. No. 23 Freedom prep at No. No. 19 ALA at No. No. 22 Waterford at No.

via Deseret NewsStatewideOctober 19, 2026

Where BYU landed in the preseason AP Top 25 basketball poll

For the second straight year, BYU is ranked to open basketball season. The Cougars came in at No. 25 in the preseason AP Top 25 poll, earning the eighth preseason ranking in school history. Joining BYU from the Big 12 in the preseason rankings were Arizona (No.

via Deseret NewsStatewideOctober 19, 2026

'AI for the common good': LDS Church leader speaks on AI at G20 Interfaith Forum

At the G20 Interfaith Forum on Saturday, Elder Gerrit W. Gong of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints spoke on the importance of humanity shaping artificial intelligence technology.

via ABC4StatewideOctober 19, 2026

First annual North Sevier Wrestling reunion and Hall of Fame banquet

The public is welcome to come and join us for the first annual Wrestling Reunion and induction of the North Sevier Hall of Fame recipients— Friday Nov. 6, 2026 7:00PM Aurora city building.

via Mid-Utah RadioStatewideOctober 19, 2026

Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts likely out for the season after blood clots found in his lungs

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts will likely be out for the remainder of the season after doctors discovered multiple blood clots in his lungs. His agent Nicole Lynn posted a joint statement with the team on Monday, stating Hurts is "clinically stable and has no significant functional limitations," but he will have to be put on blood thinners.

via Fox 13StatewideOctober 19, 2026

Who is responsible when AI causes harm?

OREM — Medlir Mema, director of the AI Ethics and Governance Institute, described artificial intelligence as a "gray rhino problem" during a Regulatory Reform Summit on artificial intelligence Thursday at Utah Valley University. "Imagine the gray rhino," he started.

via KSLStatewideOctober 19, 2026

Victim hospitalized, suspect at large after gun fired in Rose Park neighborhood

Police are searching for a suspect after a shooting in Salt Lake’s Rose Park neighborhood injured one person. Saturday. Police said there was a disagreement outside the home, during which an unknown person fired a gun. One victim was shot and was later transported to a hospital with non-life threatening injuries.

via KJZZStatewideOctober 19, 2026

After 20 years of rebuilding Ballet West, artistic director Adam Sklute is ready for his final curtain call

For the past two decades, Adam Sklute has helmed Ballet West’s artistic vision and direction. But the 2026-2027 season — which starts Friday with “Dracula” — will be his last. “Ballet West has become my heart and soul and I say that without hesitation,” Sklute said.

via Salt Lake TribuneStatewideOctober 19, 2026

Utah weather: Dry and comfortable to start with active weather pattern ahead later in the week

The week will start out fairly comfortable with a few rain showers possible across southern Utah as a shortwave trough moves across the region. These conditions will stick around through Wednesday with temperatures hovering around average. By the middle and end of the week, a pattern change will be on the way with rain showers, cooler temperatures, and mountain snow.

via ABC4StatewideOctober 19, 2026

Southern Utah listings: Events for the week of Oct. 19-25

Here’s what’s happening this week, Oct. 19-25, in southern Utah Everything from entertainment to recreation across southern Utah. (Ben Steele) "Natural Numbers," an 8-foot-by-12-foot painting by Ben Steele, is one of the works on display at the St.

via Salt Lake TribuneStatewideOctober 19, 2026

‘Another man’s trash is another man’s treasure’: How Isaac Wilson almost spoiled Utah’s undefeated start

The former Utes quarterback rallied Colorado from a 13-point halftime deficit before Utah held on for a narrow win Saturday night. Colorado quarterbacks Isaac Wilson, front, and Kaneal Sweetwyne warm up before an NCAA college football game against Utah Saturday, Oct.

via Salt Lake TribuneStatewideOctober 19, 2026

Utah Tech adds clinical psychology, counseling master's in effort to expand mental health access

Utah Tech University will offer a master's in clinical psychology and counseling starting fall 2027. The program aims to address Utah's mental health professional shortage, especially in rural areas. Students will gain hands-on experience at Utah Tech's Mental Health Community Clinic, among a host of other educational pathways.

via KSLStatewideOctober 19, 2026

Utah fall drinks: Sip spiced coffee, tea, beer and cider as the weather turns

Warty pumpkins are on houses stoops. Pumpkin beer is on grocery store shelves. And weve finally had a week of gloriously gloomy, chilly weather after enduring the heat of summer. Folks, it's fall, and it's time to start enjoying drinks that feature the flavors of the season.

via Salt Lake TribuneStatewideOctober 19, 2026

Westminster Dog Show taps Utahn as agility judge

NEW YORK — When the caller ID showed "Westminster, New York," Tracy Mazur's first thought was it might be spam, followed quickly by thinking that it could be one of her dog training friends pranking her. She picked up the call anyway. "This is Paul Campanella," said the voice on the other end, "wondering if you'd like to judge agility at Westminster in January."

via KSLStatewideOctober 19, 2026

Utah Forecast Predicts Mild Monday Before Wet Week

Utah weather forecasts indicate a mild start to Monday, October 19, 2026, followed by a transition to wet and cooler conditions as the week progresses.

StatewideOctober 19, 2026

Utahns say their quality of life is at a 15-year low, new report says

“Utah is amazing, but we’ve seen a decade of decline in our quality of life,” Teigen said. “To turn that around, we’ll need to maintain the support we provide to our neighbors, improve Utahns’ ability to earn enough to pay for their needs and ensure that Utahns have opportunities for good jobs.

via Utah News DispatchStatewideOctober 19, 2026

Where parties are buying ads in most expensive midterm cycle on record

Politics The money behind the midterms Also in this edition: Checking in on Rep. Lauren Boebert’s reelection bid This article was first published in the On the Hill newsletter. Sign up to receive the newsletter in your inbox on Friday mornings here.

via Deseret NewsStatewideOctober 19, 2026

Late-week storm could bring 3 to 6 inches of mountain snow

A few showers will continue to move through parts of southern and central Utah Monday. Some thunderstorms could develop in southeastern Utah by Monday afternoon. A few sprinkles could move through northern Utah from Monday evening into Tuesday morning.

via KUTVStatewideOctober 19, 2026

Alabama drops to No. 13 in Coaches Poll after Tennessee loss

Alabama football fell to No. 13 in the latest US LBM Coaches Poll following a 26-10 loss to Tennessee on Saturday, Oct. 17. This marks the program's first losing streak since 2013 and its first regular-season losing streak since 2006.

StatewideOctober 19, 2026

Board Study Session and Meeting Scheduled for October 20, 2026

A study session and board meeting are scheduled for October 20, 2026. The meeting will include a study session on gang prevention and a public meeting to address various district items.

StatewideOctober 19, 2026

President Eyring Dedicates Church's 225th Temple in Montpelier Idaho

President Henry B. Eyring dedicated the Montpelier Idaho Temple on Oct. 18, 2026, marking the 225th operating temple for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The dedication occurred alongside the dedication of the Managua Nicaragua Temple and highlighted the spiritual role of temples in connecting families across generations.

StatewideOctober 19, 2026

Hopkins Scores Twice as Kansas City Defeats Utah Royals

The Kansas City Current defeated the Utah Royals 2-0 on Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026, at America First Field, with Haley Hopkins scoring twice to secure the road victory. The win allowed Kansas City to leapfrog Utah in the NWSL standings as both teams vie for playoff positioning.

StatewideOctober 18, 2026

Officials may have missed one second in Notre Dame vs. BYU game

A potential officiating error occurred at the end of the Notre Dame vs. BYU game, involving a possible remaining second on the clock. According to a October 17 report, social media posts suggested one second may have remained when the final pass fell incomplete.

StatewideOctober 18, 2026

BYU projected for number one ranking after upsetting Notre Dame

According to a report published October 17, BYU is projected to take the number one spot in college football rankings following an upset victory over Notre Dame. The victory occurred during a weekend of significant upsets involving several top-15 teams.

StatewideOctober 18, 2026

No. 8 BYU upsets No. 2 Notre Dame 28-24

No. 8 BYU defeated No. 2 Notre Dame 28-24 on October 16. Quarterback Bear Bachmeier recorded four total touchdowns during the upset victory.

StatewideOctober 18, 2026

Utah Defeats Colorado 27-24 to Maintain Undefeated Season

The University of Utah football team secured a 27-24 road victory over Colorado at Folsom Field on Oct. 17, 2026, maintaining a perfect 6-0 record. Colorado, which fell to 2-4 with the loss, mounted a second-half comeback before a late Utah touchdown sealed the win.

StatewideLoganOctober 18, 2026

SLCPD: Machete-wielding teen charged with aggravated robbery, assault of 7 people returning from playing basketball

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, Oct. 18, 2026 (Gephardt Daily) — An 18-year-old man, Anthony Ray Turnbow, is being held without bail after allegedly swinging a machete at seven people returning from playing a neighborhood game of basketball, threatening to harm them, then robbing two of them and causing them minor injuries with the knife.

via Gephardt DailyStatewideOctober 18, 2026

How Kalani Sitake continues to 'dance' to victory with BYU

Kalani Sitake has had some memorable moments with Brigham Young University, but a victory over then-No. 2 Notre Dame inside Lavell Edwards Stadium might be the signature win of his entire career. Sitake played fullback for the Cougars, graduating in 2000.

via Fox 13StatewideOctober 18, 2026

BYU fans react to historic win over Notre Dame: 'Best day of my life'

PROVO, Utah — No. 8 Brigham Young University beat then-No. 2 Notre Dame in a thrilling 28-24 victory at Lavell Edwards Stadium on Saturday night. For fans, it was a moment in history that they got to experience in real time, and one they will never forget.

via Fox 13StatewideOctober 18, 2026

Multi-Vehicle Crash on Northbound I-15 Leaves One Critically Injured

A multi-vehicle crash on the northbound I-15 on-ramp at 600 N resulted in a total closure of the northbound lanes on October 18, 2026. One person sustained life-threatening injuries after being ejected from a vehicle that rolled during the accident.

StatewideOctober 18, 2026
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