CASTLE DALE – At its meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 6, the Emery County Commission approved funding for several projects, including library improvements, record digitization and emergency services. Commissioners also tabled discussions on property tax matters and a tourism marketing agreement.
Emery County Commissioner Jordan Leonard joined the KOAL newsroom to speak about solar meetings, rodeo donations and fishing tournaments. “A lot of our citizens just want to be protected and not feel like there's a proposed project right in their backyard – literally,” Leonard said.
The Emery County Recreation Special Service District will hold a board meeting on Oct. 12, 2026, to discuss the 2026 amended budget and playground project bids. The meeting is scheduled to take place at 75 South 400 East in Castle Dale.
CASTLE DALE — The No. 9-ranked Emery Lady Spartans welcomed No. 3 Union to the Spartan Center on Tuesday, Oct. 6, for a Region 13 matchup as the regular season enters its final stretch.
CASTLE DALE — The Emery soccer team wrapped up their regular season on Tuesday, Oct. 6, welcoming the Union Cougars to Castle Dale while also celebrating Senior Night and recognizing three players who have helped lead the program throughout the season.
CASTLE DALE — The Emery County Commissioners hosted a public hearing to gain input on the Utility Scale Solar Systems Ordinance. The room was filled with those eager to comment on the proposed ordinance. Commissioner Dennis Worwood welcomed the group.
The Castle Dale City Council is scheduled to hold a regular meeting on Oct. 8 at 7:00 p.m. The meeting will address several agenda items, including short-term vacation rental changes and zoning requests.
Continuing the ongoing saga of utility-scale solar development in Emery County, the Emery County Commission held a public hearing on Monday, Oct. 5, giving community members and stakeholders the opportunity to share their opinions on the newly proposed ordinance setting guidelines for utility-scale solar development.
MONROE — The Emery Spartans traveled to Monroe on Friday, Oct. 2, to face a familiar opponent in the South Sevier Rams for an important Region 13 matchup. With the postseason approaching, both teams entered the contest looking to strengthen their position with a region victory.
The Emery County Public Lands Council is scheduled to hold a regular meeting on Oct. 6, 2026. The meeting will take place at the Emery County Courthouse in Castle Dale.
SALT LAKE CITY — The Emery High School girls tennis team brought its 2026 season to a close at the 3A State Tennis Tournament, held Oct. 1-3 at Liberty Park. Competing against many of the top players and teams in the classification, the Lady Spartans battled hard throughout the tournament while representing their school with determination, sportsmanship and pride.
FERRON – Two people have been charged with felonies after an Emery County Sheriff’s Office investigation into the alleged abuse of a young child who was found with several injuries. According to court documents, Madison Swasey and Talon Cordova, also known as Talon Allred, are each facing a charge of aggravated child abuse.
CASTLE DALE – Emery High School students spent part of their lunch period Tuesday, Sept. 29, helping spread awareness about mental health and suicide prevention. For Mental Health Week, members of the Emery High Hope Squad and Youth 1Direction Prevention Coalition passed out SafeUT/988 stickers during lunch.
United Way of Eastern Utah press release CARBON/EMERY – The 2026 holidays will be here soon, but for families struggling during these tight economic times this joyful season can be an anxious burden. For families in Carbon and Emery counties, the Castle Country Angels Tree program ensures all local kids have presents under the tree on Christmas morning.
Fremont captured both team titles at the Region 5 cross country championship races held Friday at the Weber County Fairgrounds. Northridge High runners secured individual victories in both the girls and boys 5K races.
USDA press release The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) in Emery County is accepting applications for the Emergency Conservation Program (ECP) to address damages from list eligible disaster event that occurred August 29, 2026 through August 31, 2026.
The Emery County Commission is scheduled to hold a regular meeting on Oct. 6, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. The meeting will take place at the Emery County Administration Building in Castle Dale and will include various discussion items and a consent agenda.
ROOSEVELT – The Emery Spartans made their final regular-season stop in the Uintah Basin on Wednesday, Sept. 30, for a valuable tune-up before the upcoming region and state championships. Leading the way for the Lady Spartans was Gentry Christiansen, who once again demonstrated why she is among the top runners in Class 3A.
PRICE — The Emery Spartans traveled to Carbon Country Club on Wednesday, Sept. 30, to compete in the Region 13 Championship, closing out the regular season on a beautiful fall day in Price. The course was in excellent condition following rainfall earlier in the week, with vibrant greens and favorable weather creating ideal scoring conditions for the region’s golfers.
HUNTINGTON — The Emery County Farm Bureau held its annual business meeting and elections at the Ponderosa Grill in Huntington on Sept. Dusty Huntington is the Farm Bureau president for Emery County. He said, What a year. There was no rain all season and now we are welcoming the rain.
KEY TAKEAWAYS Thaddeus Dale Curtis was sentenced to prison for weapons and drug charges after police said he had dozens of weapons and 3D-printed gun parts that he wasn't allowed to own. Curtis pleaded no contest in a plea deal that dismissed 40 other felony charges and multiple misdemeanors.
MANTI – The Emery Lady Spartans continued their strong season on Tuesday, Sept. 29, earning a three-set road sweep over the Manti Templars in the first of two Region 13 meetings between the teams. Emery came out firing in the opening set, using an aggressive approach and strong play at the net to put Manti on its heels early.
All registered voters within Emery County will be mailed a ballot for the upcoming General Election, unless the voter has opted out of voting by mail. Ballots will be mailed on October 13, 2026. Ballots returned by mail must be received in the Clerk/Auditor's office by November 3, 2026 at 8:00 p.m.
A biker venturing along the trail known as Five Miles of Hell in the San Rafael Swell suffered a medical emergency, prompting a response from the Emery County Search and Rescue team and an Intermountain Medical Transport helicopter. 26, from a man saying his friend was having difficulty breathing, vomiting, unable to walk and his body was tingling all over.
Patsy Stoddard is identified in district records as a collaborator on the Emery County Special Service District #1 written history, working alongside Bevan Wilson to compile archival information.
EMERY COUNTY – Emery County 4-H members had a strong showing at the Utah State Fair this year, earning ribbons for a variety of projects. Entries included artwork, Lego creations, baked goods, sewing projects and more.
A dirt biker was airlifted from the extremely difficult Five Miles of Hell trail in the San Rafael Swell area. The rescue occurred in a remote region known for challenging single-track terrain that tests riders of all skill levels.
PAROWAN — The Emery Lady Spartans turned in a strong performance over the weekend, finishing with a 3-1 record at the Parowan Tournament and gaining valuable experience as the season enters the the final stretch. Emery opened the tournament against a familiar opponent in North Sevier, a team the Lady Spartans had faced just a week earlier.
GREEN RIVER — A1 Lithium Inc. is moving forward with plans for a major lithium production facility in Emery County, a project expected to bring approximately $569 million in private investment and create 138 permanent jobs.
CASTLE DALE — The Emery Lady Spartans welcomed the North Sanpete Hawks to Castle Dale on Thursday, Sept. 24 for a Region 13 matchup. The young Emery squad continued to show growth on both sides of the ball during the match.
Last weekend, the Emery Lady Spartans tennis squad traveled to the Central Utah Invitational to face 15 teams from across the state. On Tuesday, they traveled to Mount Pleasant for the Region 13 Championships as they head into the postseason.
Utah has become a hotspot for data center development. There are more than 40 centers already operating, and dozens proposed or under construction — from Washington County to Emery, Duchesne and Box Elder. You can help us track them all.
Emery County will host Board of Equalization hearings on Sept. 30, 2026, at the County Commission Chambers. The meeting includes several scheduled appointments and appeals.
The Emery County Board of Equalization Hearings are scheduled for October 1, 2026. The meeting will take place at the Emery County Commission Chambers in Castle Dale.
Emery County Board of Equalization Hearings are scheduled for September 29, 2026, in Castle Dale. The meeting will include hearings for Guy Musser, John Kantor, and Boe Jensen.
MANTI — The 3A Region 13 Girls Tennis Tournament was held Tuesday, Sept. 22, with teams from across the region gathering in Mt. Pleasant and Manti for one final test before the 3A State Championships on Oct. 1-3. The Emery Spartans concluded the tournament with 17 team points, placing fifth overall after a competitive day that featured three podium finishes.
PRICE — The Carbon Lady Dinos welcomed Emery to Price on Tuesday afternoon for the second meeting between the longtime rivals this season, as the two Region 13 programs came together for another competitive chapter in the friendly Castle Country rivalry. Carbon came out aggressively on the attack, looking to dictate possession and create scoring opportunities early.
Emery golfers started the week on the road in the Uintah Basin with back-to-back matches on Monday and Tuesday. The Spartans opened the week at the Dinaland Course in Vernal and finished third with a 331. On Tuesday, they were at the Roosevelt Golf Course, home of the Union Cougars.
CASTLE DALE — The Emery Lady Spartans put together a strong performance during a busy stretch of competition, winning three of four matches at a varsity tournament before taking on the top-ranked team in 3A on Tuesday, Sept. Emery opened tournament play against a tough North Summit squad and dropped its first match of the event.
Building off a recently imposed temporary moratorium on level two and three conditional use permit applications, the Emery County Commission has scheduled a public hearing for Oct. " "We've taken this to planning and zoning through the last two months of meetings.
