Box Elder County
Box Elder County 4-H Indoor Exhibit Entry Instructions Provided
Box Elder County provided online entry instructions for 4-H indoor exhibits. Participants were required to register items online by August 23rd.
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MIDA moves cautiously as governor calls for reform
Military Installation Development Authority leaders are treading lightly around the topic of data centers while Utah’s governor calls for reforms to the state authority. Public pushback against plans for MIDA to construct a hyperscale data center in Box Elder County tinged the conversation at a MIDA board meeting Aug.
Salt Wells Fire Reaches 585 Acres in Box Elder County
The Salt Wells Fire in Box Elder County has grown to an estimated 585 acres and is 45% contained as of Aug. 21, 2026. Firefighters are working in temperatures exceeding 100 degrees to manage the blaze, which has no current threats to structures.
Utah Senate President Loses Primary Amid Data Center Controversy
Utah's primary elections resulted in the defeat of several high-profile leaders, including Senate President Stuart Adams, amid intense public scrutiny over a massive data center project. The Military Installation Development Authority has appointed Dan Hemmert as its new director following the controversy and the departure of longtime executive director Paul Morris.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Box Elder and Tooele Counties
A severe thunderstorm warning was issued for parts of Box Elder and Tooele counties on August 22. The National Weather Service warned of 60 mph wind gusts and quarter-size hail.
Harley Fire Grows to 150 Acres, Forcing Evacuations in Box Elder County
The Harley Fire has expanded to over 150 acres in Box Elder County, prompting evacuations and road closures near Garland. Firefighting crews are working to establish containment lines as strong winds and an approaching storm system threaten the area.
Harley Fire Burns Over 75 Acres in Box Elder County
The Harley Fire in Box Elder County has grown to an estimated 75 acres. Hot, dry, and gusty conditions are causing the fire to spread rapidly near I-15.
Little Mountain Fire Reaches 500 Acres in Box Elder County
The Little Mountain Fire in Box Elder County has grown to 500 acres. The blaze started on August 20, 2026, and burned across private land.
Utah Legislators Weigh Data Center Regulations Amid Great Salt Lake Concerns
Legislative leaders and state officials are evaluating the impact of data center development on Utah's water resources, specifically regarding the Great Salt Lake. While House Speaker Mike Schultz indicated that regulation bills are likely in the upcoming session, the state continues to grapple with long-term preservation strategies for the lake following a landmark report delivered to leaders.
