A Utah man convicted in two separate sex offense cases is set to be released from prison in September, despite a parole hearing officer telling him what he did to his victims was terrifying,, and a victim warning she fears for her life. Troy Dean Richey has a parole date of Sept.
Four people remain displaced as the Little Horse wildfire in Duchesne County reaches 50% containment. The fire, located southwest of Fruitland, has burned over 100 acres despite firefighting efforts.
Description Lake Powell is 30 feet from the point where water may stop flowing past the dam entirely and the expert who's spent his whole life on this river says we're asking the wrong question. We're not running out of water. We're running out of cheap water.
Drought Update 08/13/26 Published 08-13-26 SALT LAKE CITY (August 13, 2026) – As the summer continues, Utah is experiencing notable shifts in local conditions.
Best Lawyers announced the 2027 editions of The Best Lawyers in America and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America. The awards recognize professional excellence through a peer-review methodology.
TESSA RICHARDS GRADE: 11 SPORT: Girls Soccer POSITION: Wing RECENT HIGHLIGHT: Tessa has six goals and three assists this season so far. COACH'S COMMENTS: Tessa has been instrumental in our early-season success with amazing drives from the wing, helping us both score and assist.
The purpose of this Order is to protect public health and safety during road repair and stabilization after the Cottonwood Fire. This shall be in effect from August 21, 2026 at 06:00 A.M. and will remain in effect until Octoer 31, 2026, unless rescinded. This Order #0408-26-17 supersedes any previous Orders prohibiting the same or similar acts in the same Described Area. A map identifying the Described roads and trails is attached and made part of this Order as Exhibit A.
For years, a green laser rose from Utah State University into the Cache Valley sky. Created by my stepfather, physicist Vincent Wickwar, it studied the upper atmosphere while inviting residents to look up and wonder.
The U.S. Forest Service has issued a long-term closure order for the Fishlake National Forest to protect public health during the Widemouth 2 Fire. The lightning-caused blaze, which began on July 27, 2026, has burned nearly 115,000 acres.
Two individuals died following a crash on Utah State Route 40, according to data from the Utah Department of Transportation. The incident, which occurred on August 17, 2026, has prompted inquiries regarding access to protected crash records and state fatality statistics.
Brigham Young University student companies took six of the top seven slots at the Utah Student 25, an annual competition recognizing Utah’s top student-founded businesses.
BOULDER TOWN, UTAH PUBLIC NOTICE Governing Body: TOWN COUNCIL Notice Type: Public Hearing Date and Time: Tuesday, September 1, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. Location: Boulder Community Center, 351 North 100...
Extreme heat is forecasted for Saint George, Utah, with temperatures expected to reach 105 degrees through the weekend. The Storm Prediction Center has issued a critical risk for fire weather for the region.
RIVERTON CITY PUBLIC NOTICE The Riverton City Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Thursday, August 27, 2026, beginning at 6:30 p.m.
PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA August 13, 2026 at 6:30 PM 12830 S. Redwood Road Riverton, Utah 84065 1. Call to Order / Roll Call - 6:30 PM 2. Public Hearings 2.
A film permit application from Red Zone Pictures reveals that production crews utilized Moab-area BLM lands for filming throughout July and August 2026. The production, which included helicopter work and set construction, operated at several locations including the Ledge campgrounds and Rocky Rapid.
Antelope Island State Park has implemented Stage 2 fire restrictions and closed its main boat ramp due to low water levels. The park remains home to a free-roaming bison herd of up to 700 animals, which requires visitors to follow strict safety protocols to avoid incidents.
Music has always been a constant for Amanda Jones. She began playing piano at three years old, clarinet at 10 and guitar at 15, and has built a career in music.
A burgeoning super El Niño is expected to influence the 2026-2027 winter season, potentially bringing above-normal snowfall to Utah and the Southwest. While Northern Utah may experience a slow start, meteorologists suggest the pattern could lead to significant snow accumulation later in the season.
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