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Cedar Fort Cemetery Committee scheduled for Oct. 5 meeting

The Cedar Fort Cemetery Committee is scheduled to hold a regular meeting on Monday, Oct. 5, 2026. The meeting will take place at Town Hall and include discussions regarding a service project.

Mitte Cultural District Earns Texas Cultural District Designation

The Mitte Cultural District has received official designation as a Texas Cultural District from the Texas Commission on the Arts. This recognition aims to bolster tourism, economic development, and community vitality through the arts and culture of Brownsville.

Eagle Mountain’s 4,373-customer outage is the latest in a 10-month string as regulators say Rocky Mountain Power isn’t cutting equipment failures

Rocky Mountain Power has not identified what knocked out 4,373 Eagle Mountain customers on Sept. 18 in the Eagles Gate area. The blackout is at least the fifth large outage there since November 2025, coming as state regulators warn the utility is not reducing equipment-failure outages while the city grows past 76,000 people.

Cedar Fort Town Council to hold meeting September 15

The Cedar Fort Town Council scheduled a meeting for September 15, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. The meeting will be held at Town Hall and includes various business items and reports.

Tropical Storm Remnants Trigger Flash Flood Risks Across Southern Utah

Remnants of Tropical Storm Rachel and a slow-moving Pacific low-pressure system are bringing widespread rainfall and flash flood risks to Southern Utah. National Weather Service officials warn of potential flooding in slot canyons, dry washes, and recent burn scars through Monday afternoon.

Utah's dirty sodas appear to still be stirring the beverage industry with new products

Keurig Dr. One is the Dirty Mountain Dew Code Red, an alternate to the original Dirty Mountain Dew flavor released earlier this year, per Food Dive. "The dirty soda trend — built on flavored syrups, cream, and customization — has grown from a regional phenomenon into one of the defining consumer beverage movements of recent years.

via KSLStatewideOctober 12, 2026

President Henry B. Eyring will dedicate this Idaho temple – Deseret News

President Henry B. The first counselor in the faith’s First Presidency will dedicate the Montpelier Idaho Temple on Sunday, Oct. “Brothers and sisters, I humbly testify that as we attend the temple, we can be reminded of the eternal nature of our spirits, our relationship with the Father and His divine Son, and our ultimate desire to return to our heavenly home,” President Eyring has taught .

via Deseret NewsStatewideOctober 12, 2026

BYU QB Bear Bachmeier Earns Multiple Conference and National Honors

BYU quarterback Bear Bachmeier has earned multiple conference and national honors following a standout performance in a victory over Iowa State. The sophomore was named Big 12 Offensive Player of the Week, a Davey O'Brien Great 8 selection, and a Manning Award Stars of the Week honoree.

StatewideSalt Lake CityOctober 12, 2026

Christ is the heart of the temple: Latter-day Saint apostle dedicates new temple in Guatemala

GUATEMALA CITY, Guatemala The ceiba, Guatemala's national tree, was held sacred in Mayan culture with the belief it connected the living and the dead. And now in Guatemala City, the Miraflores Guatemala City Guatemala Temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints was dedicated Sunday, Oct.

via Deseret NewsStatewideOctober 12, 2026

Minky Couture Week 11 high school star athletes of the week – Deseret News

Football K’Von Houston, Hillcrest (Sr.) Hillcrest has surged to a 7-2 record so far this season, and a big reason why has been the steady play of quarterback K’Von Houston. The senior leads 5A in passing yards (2,673) and passing touchdowns (31) heading into the final week of the season.

via Deseret NewsStatewideOctober 12, 2026

Remnants of Tropical Storm Rachel raise flood concerns in Southern Utah

The remnants of Tropical Storm Rachel are bringing another round of heavy rain to Southern Utah. The water is raising concern from residents in areas that have already seen significant damage in recent storms.

via ABC 4StatewideOctober 12, 2026

Pornhub's lawsuit against Utah is on hold — for now

Court records reviewed by FOX 13 News show that Utah's Department of Commerce and Aylo Freesites agreed to stall the litigation. 73, the parties anticipate that the Utah Legislature may consider amending the statute. Aylo Freesites sued Utah after lawmakers passed (and Governor Spencer Cox signed) Senate Bill 73 into law.

via Fox 13StatewideOctober 12, 2026

Crews remain on alert after flooding forces closure in Big Cottonwood Canyon

After Sunday night’s storm flooded and shut down the road in Big Cottonwood Canyon, UDOT crews remained prepared for more rain and flooding. On Sunday, heavy rain washed debris, including trees and rocks, into a box culvert along the road, causing it to clog.

via KUTVStatewideOctober 12, 2026

John Volken Academy provides path to lasting change

Left to right: Iseli, Nicholas and Daniel load furniture onto the John Volken Academy moving truck. The moving service is one of the program's social enterprises. (Courtesy JVA) NORTH SALT LAKE—The John Volken Academy is all about changing lives.

via davisjournal.comStatewideOctober 12, 2026

Utah House speaker says he’s open to repealing controversial development law

“There should be a broader discussion, and I think, you know, a full repeal should be part of the conversation,” said Schultz, who has worked in residential and commercial real estate and owned development companies. “We’re committed to making Utah a place where our children and grandchildren can afford to live and raise their families.

via Utah News DispatchStatewideOctober 12, 2026

Invitations President Oaks has given since he became President of the Church

As a foundational message to youth and young adults in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, newly called Church President Dallin H. “You have a Heavenly Father who loves you,” President Oaks told the rising generation during a video interview released Oct.

via Deseret NewsStatewideOctober 12, 2026

EDCUtah and Southern Utah Economic Alliance formalize recruitment partnership

The Economic Development Corporation of Utah and the Southern Utah Economic Alliance signed a memorandum of understanding on October 9 to coordinate business recruitment across five southern counties. The partnership aims to strengthen the connection between statewide recruitment efforts and the regional opportunities available in Southern Utah.

StatewideOctober 12, 2026

La primera nevada ya llegó y esto es lo que podría caer en las montañas de Utah

Sin embargo, el pronóstico apunta a que este podría ser solo el comienzo de un episodio invernal más significativo en las elevaciones altas. Sin embargo, el pronóstico apunta a que este podría ser solo el comienzo de un episodio invernal más significativo en las elevaciones altas.

via telemundoutah.comStatewideOctober 12, 2026

Film review: The Social Reckoning - SLUG Magazine

2026 When The Social Network came out in 2010, we all watched it from the point of view of people whose lives, networks and social circles had become inexorably linked to the tech platform. I loved Facebook and the way it kept me connected with people, and aside from being a bit too preoccupied by it, I saw little downside.

via slugmag.comStatewideOctober 12, 2026

Local Review: Alli Brown — Undeniable - SLUG Magazine

Self-described as a creator of music for the dreamers, Brown's most recent work draws inspiration from several musical traditions, including pop, folk, rock, and country the latter being the most prominent. The result is eleven well-written and produced tracks that give off Nashville vibes (albeit minus the booze-soaked fake nostalgia) and are heavier on the Utah soda-shop positivity.

via slugmag.comStatewideOctober 12, 2026

Review: Emma Ayzenberg — Child of Saturn - SLUG Magazine

2026 Emma Ayzenberg = Adrianne Lenker + Cat Power Last week, someone very close to me and my six-year-old dog, Whiskey, both had pivotal surgeries to try and ease or cure the cancer actively threatening their lives. But I’ve spent seemingly countless hours listening to Emma Ayzenberg’s Child of Saturn and, in end, I felt this album and how it came to me was important.

via slugmag.comStatewideOctober 12, 2026

After nearly dying in fall from overpass, UHP trooper returns to patrol | KSL.com

MARKETPLACE Classifieds Cars Log in MARKETPLACE Classifieds Cars Log in After nearly dying in fall from overpass, UHP trooper returns to patrol Posted - Oct. Alex Cabrero Steve "Odie" Myer is pictured while being interviewed by KSL's Alex Cabrero.

via KSLStatewideOctober 12, 2026

Grand Canyon heads into modified fall operations

GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK, Arizona, Oct. 12, 2026 (Gephardt Daily) — Grand Canyon National Park will begin modified fall operations at the North Rim on Thursday, Oct. As part of this transition Cape Royal Road and Point Imperial Road will be temporarily closed from sunset Oct.

via gephardtdaily.comStatewideOctober 12, 2026

Utah sees 'decade of decline' in perceived quality of life indicators, new study shows

The Kem C. With housing affordability perceived as the worst quality of life factor in Utah, researchers commented on the reality of the situation. They said Utah's median single-family home was ranked among the 10 most expensive in the nation.

via KJZZStatewideOctober 12, 2026

Rich Co. Sheriff seeks info on shots fired in area of child, adult

RICH COUNTY, Utah, Oct. 10, 2022 (Gephardt Daily) — The Rich County Sheriff's Office is asking the public for information regarding gunfire reported last month that hit the ground in the area of a child and adult. Sept. 27, deputies received a report of possible gunfire, the department reported last week.

via gephardtdaily.comStatewideOctober 12, 2026

Utah Senate District 13: Silvia Catten, Ryan Mahoney and Colin Smith face off

After state Sen. Nate Blouin decided to forgo reelection for a congressional campaign, three candidates are vying to replace him. (Campaign photos) Silvia Catten, left, and Colin Smith, candidates for the 2026 Senate District 13 election.

via Salt Lake TribuneStatewideOctober 12, 2026

BYU Football Receives Honors Monday

Monday, BYU football received numerous honors from the Big 12 Conference for their contributions to the No. Meanwhile, BYU sophomore quarterback Bear Bachmeier completed 22 of 30 passes for 329 yards and a pair of scores while running for 109 yards on nine carries in victory for the Cougars as well.

via midutahradio.comStatewideOctober 12, 2026

First Seasonal Snow Forecasted for Utah and Colorado Ski Areas This Week

A storm tracking across the Central Rockies is expected to bring the first widespread snow of the season to many ski areas in Utah and Colorado. The weather system will bring colder air to the region starting Monday, October 13, 2026.

StatewideOctober 12, 2026

Have You Seen This? Floods impact Utah roadways

Posted - Oct. Kennedy CamarenaKSL Drivers were restricted from heading uphill on state Route 190 due to flooding on the roadway on Sunday, Oct. 11, 2026. In a video taken by the Utah Department of Transportation Cottonwoods social media account, floodwaters and debris could be seen moving across a roadway in Big Cottonwood Canyon.

via KSLStatewideOctober 12, 2026

'Tragic, horrible;' Community reeling after 5 killed in apparent carbon monoxide poisoning incident

The victims were a 43-year-old man, a 16-year-old boy, a 12-year-old girl, an 11-year-old boy and a 5-year-old girl. "The deaths have left the community reeling, including students at North Cache Middle School who wore blue Monday in tribute to their classmates who died.

via Fox 13StatewideOctober 12, 2026

'Severely unaffordable': Housing prices, cost of living plague Utah quality of life survey | KSL.com

A report from the Utah Foundation released Monday said Utah's quality of life is at its lowest point since the survey was first administered 15 years ago. (Kristin Murphy, Deseret News) KEY TAKEAWAYS A new survey shows Utah's quality of life has declined since 2013.

via KSLStatewideOctober 12, 2026

Utah’s Curtis joins US senators from both parties blasting Trump order to import Russian diesel as illegal

Following an Oct. Treasury Department’s Office of Foreign Assets Control lifted sanctions against the “import sale, delivery, offloading, or importation” of Russian diesel. ""Congress explicitly banned Russian energy imports in 2022 to prevent American dollars from financing Putin’s brutal war against Ukraine,"" they wrote.

via Utah News DispatchStatewideOctober 12, 2026

New Financial Crimes Intelligence Center Launched To Combat Financial Crime | Basin Now

Attorney General Derek Brown has announced the launch of the Utah Financial Crimes Intelligence Center (FCIC). “First brought to the Office by the Utah Fraud Prevention Coalition, the Utah Legislature established the FCIC in response to the rapid growth of financial crime across the state,” shares the announcement.

via basinnow.comStatewideOctober 12, 2026

Minor flooding hits southern Utah as communities brace for heavier rain

Communities in southern Utah reported minor flooding as storms moved through the region, but conditions have not been as severe as expected. You should be the one prepping your home and prepping that area to potentially be receiving those floods.

via KUTVStatewideOctober 12, 2026

SLCo DA pushes a new way to help people in an extreme mental health crisis

He argued it would hold people — and their treatment providers — accountable while also avoiding jail or prison. At a recent meeting with advocates, attorneys and police, Gill pitched the idea.

via Fox 13StatewideOctober 12, 2026

Top 10 BYU-Notre Dame matchup adds to Utah's history of major college football games

8 BYU's matchup against No. 1993: Unranked BYU vs. 3 Notre Dame On Oct. 16, 1993, No. While Notre Dame won the 1993 matchup, BYU got revenge in 1994 at Notre Dame Stadium in South Bend, Indiana. The unranked Cougars upset No. Coach LaVell Edwards with Notre Dame coach Lou Holtz on Oct.

via KJZZStatewideOctober 12, 2026

National Park Service adds all-terrain wheelchairs to Utah national parks

The National Park Service announced a new option for visitors with limited mobility to access unpaved trails at several Utah national parks. These all-terrain wheelchairs are provided free of charge to support accessibility and allow users to traverse uneven terrain.

StatewideOctober 12, 2026

Días de lluvia: Utah se alista para la inminente llegada de los remanentes de Rachel

Por:N+ Univision Publicado el 9 oct 26 - 04:39 PM EDT. Por lo anterior, todo el fin de esta semana y hasta la siguiente, deben tomar precauciones quienes vivan en zonas propensas a inundaciones. PUBLICIDAD¿Quieres contarnos algo?

via univision.comStatewideOctober 12, 2026

Iban de excursión y una tormenta los sorprendió, mira cómo los ayudaron a bajar

Las autoridades aprovecharon el incidente para recordar al público la importancia de revisar el pronóstico del tiempo antes de realizar actividades al aire libre. A través de una publicación en redes sociales, el departamento informó que las cuadrillas respondieron para asistir a los senderistas que se encontraban en una situación complicada debido a las condiciones meteorológicas.

via telemundoutah.comStatewideOctober 12, 2026

Choque múltiple en la I-215 y un conductor desaparece tras el impacto

Los involucrados sufrieron lesiones menores. Randall dijo que, el primer vehículo involucrado volcó y fue impactado por otro automóvil mientras daba vueltas sobre la carretera. Posteriormente, una camioneta pickup se detuvo en el carril izquierdo debido al primer choque, pero fue embestida por detrás por un automóvil negro de pasajeros.

via telemundoutah.comStatewideOctober 12, 2026
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