Last month, a public Heber City Council meeting that included Utah Gov. Spencer Cox’s senior housing adviser Steve Waldrip started as a wide-ranging discussion about housing, growth and water pressures — but then it took a turn.
An explainer of the Wasatch County Arts Council, its partnership with Heber City, and its role in local festivals.
Heber Valley is preparing for a variety of autumn festivities, including seasonal scenic drives, family-oriented farm activities, and local seasonal events. Scheduled activities for October include a fall festival at Heber Valley Artisan Cheese and a haunted house experience at the Heber Valley Funeral Home.
Sculptor Michael Hall knows everything there is to know about the third United States president. Thomas Jefferson was a historic hero to Hall, who can even cite that Jefferson helped popularize ice cream from his trips to Europe.
Heber City Justice Court Judge Randy Birch did not seek retention in the upcoming general election. Consolidating the local justice courts requires formal approval from the Utah Judicial Council and an interlocal agreement between Heber City and Wasatch County.
The city plans to construct a new parking lot about two blocks from the Main Street park. The change comes as the city is working to bring new life into downtown Heber. Councilmember Mike Johnston said the location, near the intersection of 100 South and Center Street, is ideal.
An 18-year-old driver was killed after crashing into the side of a Fed-Ex semi-truck on State Route 40 in Wasatch County. The happened on Monday afternoon near milepost 15, just north of Heber City. Utah Department of Public Safety officials said Keele was pronounced dead at the scene.
The Heber Valley is preparing for a variety of fall festivities and local events throughout September 2026, including the Plein Air Rendezvous and special railroad excursions. Visitors can explore scenic drives, boutique shopping, and curated itineraries designed for different types of travelers.
Especially for Athletes wrapped up its seventh annual golf invitational on Sept. 8 at the brand-new, Tiger Woods-designed Marcella Club Skyline in Heber City. A total of 88 players competed in four-man teams in a shamble, also known as a modified scramble, to raise funds and increase awareness for the Especially for Athletes Foundation.
WASATCH COUNTY, Sept. 16, 2026 (Gephardt Daily) — Utah Highway Patrol has identified the driver who died Monday afternoon after his Ram pickup collided with a FedEx tractor trailer. The victim was Aiden Lee Keele, 18, of Heber City. Wasatch Alternative High School earlier confirmed the victim was a student at the school.
HEBER CITY, Utah (ABC4) — Police have released the name of the individual killed in a crash on US-40 on Monday morning. On September 14, a Dodge Ram pickup truck traveling eastbound struck a Fed-Ex truck in the westbound lanes.
Heber City may include more homes in its wildland-urban interface map. The changes would help homeowners protect their properties from fire. The wildland-urban interface, or WUI, is the area where development meets wilderness. At a meeting Sept.
2% property tax increase as originally proposed and approved for fiscal year 2027. The Utah State Tax Commission has prohibited the increase after notifying the city that it did not completely follow a new state law.
Wasatch Alternative High School is mourning after one of its students died in a car crash Monday in Heber City. Utah Highway Patrol Lt. Sept. A FedEx truck was unable to avoid hitting the car. It is with profound sadness that we share that last evening, a student at Wasatch Alternative School was involved in a fatal accident on Highway 40, the district said.
HEBER CITY, Utah, Sept. 15, 2026 (Gephardt Daily) — A high school student died Monday afternoon in a collision between a pickup truck and a Federal Express tractor trailer in Wasatch County, about a mile north of Heber City.
Norkova is offering various community gatherings and wellness activities including coworking, classes, and retreats.
within Heber City limits. Heber City Police Chief Parker Sever said the 18-year-old driver crossed three lanes of traffic and collided with a delivery service semi-truck. The driver was the only occupant in the vehicle. The Wasatch County School District released a prepared statement about the accident on Tuesday.
Garrett Blaine Harmon, 29, of Heber City, was booked Sept. 11 by the Utah County Sheriff’s Office. citizen on child exploitation offenses and found encrypted chats between that suspect and a Utah man later identified as Harmon, the affidavit states.
Highway 40 on Monday. Highway 40 near Heber Monday evening. According to the Utah Highway Patrol, one person died in the crash that involved two vehicles, including a FedEx truck. UDOT said the crash happened just north of Heber City. UHP has not released details on how the crash occurred.
HEBER CITY, Utah (ABC4) — A fatal crash involving two vehicles is causing delays on US-40 north of Heber City. According to Utah Highway patrol, the crash occurred north of Heber City on US-40 at milepost 50. The crash has been confirmed as fatal, but officials have not confirmed how many victims were involved.
A multi-vehicle accident near Heber City killed at least one person on Monday afternoon, according to the Utah Highway Patrol. Watch live below as fatal accident causes traffic backups near Heber City: The accident occurred at mile marker 40, which is located just a few miles north of Heber City.
Deer Valley Resort has unveiled a massive expansion for the 2025/26 ski season, adding seven new chairlifts and nearly 80 new runs. The transformation, part of the Expanded Excellence initiative, more than doubles the resort's skiable terrain to over 4,300 acres.
A panel of judges is scheduled to meet in Heber City to determine if a grand jury is necessary based on evidence of criminal activity. The meeting will involve hearing testimony from individuals or prosecutors under oath.
HEBER CITY, Utah, Sept. 12, 2026 (Gephardt Daily) — An IT systems administrator for the Park City School District has been arrested for 10 alleged counts of sexual exploitation of a minor, listed in court documents as a second-degree felony.
Jason Glidden, representing MCHT, serves as a speaker for the Heber City Affordable Housing Learning Series, contributing expertise on housing introductions, financial modeling, site tours, local incentives, goal setting, and strategic planning.
The Park City Chamber of Commerce is implementing a 10-year Sustainable Tourism Plan designed to balance environmental health, community character, and economic vitality. This roadmap, which aligns with Global Sustainable Tourism Council standards, focuses on seven core objectives to support both the local population and the visitor economy.
A notice on the Wasatch County website provides details for the October 2026 Interlocal Symposium. The event is scheduled to take place at the UVU-Wasatch Campus in Heber City.
Weeks after approving a property tax increase, Heber must now rescind it. The city did not meet one of the new state noticing requirements. In a press release, Heber spokesperson Ryan Bunnell said the city did not post the notice everywhere the state requires.
The Heber City Planning Commission scheduled a public hearing for September 22, 2026, to discuss a proposed amendment to the Mayflower Lofts Master Development Agreement. The request involves shifting the development's focus from mixed-use buildings to primarily residential use.
According to a September 11 statement from Heber City, residents are encouraged to enjoy fall activities and prepare for seasonal sprinkler system maintenance.
The Heber City Council scheduled an amended meeting for September 15, 2026, featuring a work meeting and a regular meeting. The agenda includes discussions on affordable housing, telecommunications ordinances, and various action items.
Karl Malone Powersports is seeking a zoning change in Heber City to create more employee parking. So, officials are considering whether that would increase noise impacts on neighbors or further decrease property values.
The Heber City Historic Preservation Commission scheduled a meeting for Sept. 14, 2026. The meeting will address community collaborations and the review of new historic sites.
The Wasatch County Council has officially adopted a comprehensive update to the County's General Plan, marking the conclusion of a yearlong community engagement process. This guiding document will serve as the foundational framework for future land use, development regulations, and local area plans as the region navigates upcoming growth.
Kelleen Potter, a former mayor of Heber City and former Director of Elections for the State of Utah, has a career centered on civic participation and community advocacy.
Bank of Utah acted as a financial investor for Parkview Place, a new rent-to-own development in Heber City. The project was created through the Utah Housing Corporation’s CROWN program to expand local access to affordable housing.
A new biochar facility has launched in Heber City, Utah, utilizing German technology to convert beetle-killed wood into a carbon-rich material. The project, a partnership between CO2-Sync and Carbo-FORCE, aims to address forest waste and climate challenges in the western United States.
