No. 17 Women’s Soccer falls to Golden Eagles in defensive battle
Game Recap: Women’s Soccer | 10/8/2026 6:50:00 PM | Jose Briseno – Assistant SID
The No. 17 Utah State Eastern women’s soccer team fell 1-0 to the College of Southern Idaho on the road Thursday, suffering its first loss to the Golden Eagles this season.
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Latter-day Saints give $1 million to campaign against Idaho abortion proposition
Now with less than a month to go before the Nov. If anyone should unite to defeat Prop 1, it should be people of faith, said Tom Luna, a Latter-day Saint who is the former chair of the Idaho Republican Party. 68 million. The PAC has not yet reported the contribution on Idaho's Sunshine Campaign Finance Portal.
via Deseret NewsStatewideOctober 9, 2026
Ambulance employee honored for commitment to community
PRICE – During the Carbon County Commission meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 7, a longtime Carbon County Ambulance employee was named the county’s October Employee of the Month for his dedicated service to patient care, willingness to take on extra shifts and efforts to improve the ambulance department.
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Friday Night Spotlight: Penultimate week in regular season features 3 non-region football match-ups
Three Region 9 football teams get a bye in the next-to-last week of the regular season. Two others go on the road and the last, Desert Hills, will host a non-region team from Las Vegas, Nevada, on Friday night. And three squads currently share a portion of the Region 9 title with 3-1 records: Hurricane, Crimson Cliffs and Snow Canyon.
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Beyond landscaping: BeSpoke offers custom outdoor living products for local homes
(Sponsored) For homeowners looking to transform an ordinary yard into a memorable gathering place, the options might feel limited to what’s available in a catalog. BeSpoke Outdoor Living takes a fresh approach by combining custom metal fabrication with premium outdoor products to give customers more ways to create spaces that feel distinctly their own.
via stgeorgeutah.comStatewideOctober 9, 2026
Utah's Business and Chancery Court: What Startup Founders Should Know
Utah's Business and Chancery Court handles qualifying commercial disputes involving contracts, corporate governance, financing and emerging technologies. Here's how the court works, what its early cases reveal, and why startup founders and investors should understand its role.
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Experience 'A Night at the Oscars' with the Southwest Symphony and Hollywood bagpiper Eric Rigler
(Sponsored) For this year's Halloween Spooktacular, the Southwest Symphony invites audiences to spend “A Night at the Oscars” with special guest Eric Rigler. Experience the soundtracks of cinema’s most iconic moments, performed by one of the musicians who helped create them alongside Southern Utah’s premier orchestra.
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University of Utah investigating report of on-campus racial assault
The vehicle turned around, and up to six 15- to 16-year-old boys got out and surrounded the students while continuing to yell racial slurs, the university said. "The University of Utah condemns acts of violence, intimidation and discrimination," the alert said.
via Fox 13StatewideOctober 9, 2026
Former Utah senate candidate sentenced in forcible sexual abuse case
UTAH COUNTY, Utah (ABC4) — A former candidate for the Utah Senate has been sentenced for forcible sexual abuse. Brandon Beckham, 50, was initially charged in March 2022, while campaigning to represent District 23 in the Utah Senate as a Republican candidate.
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Trump taps Katie Zacharia as next White House press secretary
It was initially unclear who her replacement would be and when Trump would make the announcement. Earlier reports from some news outlets said the administration initially considered waiting until after the November midterm elections to name a new press secretary and have Vice President JD Vance and others fill in for the meantime.
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Flood watches, wind advisories issued throughout Utah ahead of Rachel's arrival | KSL.com
MARKETPLACE Classifieds Cars Log in MARKETPLACE Classifieds Cars Log in Flood watches, wind advisories issued throughout Utah ahead of Rachel's arrival Posted - Oct. Carter Williams KSL A satellite image of Tropical Storm Rachel nearing the Mexican cost on Friday.
via KSLStatewideOctober 9, 2026
Utah Utes to Debut Hand-Painted Winter Helmets Against Kansas
The Utah Utes will debut new hand-painted helmets featuring a winter landscape during their matchup against Kansas. The design, created by artist Armando Villarreal, incorporates frosted lettering, icicles, and snowy mountain scenery onto a white shell.
StatewideOctober 9, 2026
LJ Martin Injury Sidelines BYU Tailback for Four to Six Weeks
BYU star tailback LJ Martin is expected to miss four to six weeks due to a lower-body injury sustained against TCU. The injury comes as the Cougars face a critical stretch of the schedule, including a matchup against No. 3 Notre Dame.
StatewideOctober 9, 2026
Clark Historic Farm to Host Honey Harvest Festival Contests Oct. 9
Clark Historic Farm will host various contests and honors during the Utah Honey Harvest Festival. The event includes recognition for women and a honey tasting competition.
StatewideOctober 9, 2026
Utah Honey Harvest Festival Scheduled for October 9 and 10
The 12th Annual Utah Honey Harvest Festival will be held on October 9 and October 10. The event features honey tastings, craft vendors, and entertainment for families.
StatewideOctober 9, 2026
Trooper returns to duty after fall from overpass during pursuit
Utah Highway Patrol trooper Steve Odie Myer returned to full duty more than two years after he was seriously injured in a fall from an overpass during a pursuit. Myer fell 32 feet while attempting to deploy spike strips during a pursuit on Feb.
via KUTVStatewideOctober 9, 2026
Prosecutors seek death penalty against Utah man accused of killing mother, second victim
Matthew Jacob Leonard was arrested facing two counts of aggravated murder in April after two people went missing, one of whom was his mother. Leonard was accused of killing Sarah Johnson and John Handricks. According to the probable cause statement, a witness told police they were spending time with Johnson, Handricks and Leonard when they heard five gunshots.
via KUTVStatewideOctober 9, 2026
Utah State football vs Washington State preview: How to Watch, Availability Report, Keys to the Game
Last week was Utah State's first-ever Pac-12 conference game, but this week will feature another first: a home Pac-12 conference game. The Aggies will host Washington State in a battle of 1-4 teams.
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Preserving hope: Cold capping and cancer hair care support at Ottalaus Salon
For many people undergoing cancer treatment, hair loss can be an emotional part of an already difficult journey. One option is cold capping, a treatment designed to help reduce chemotherapy-related hair loss. Ottalaus is also working to make hair preservation more accessible.
via KUTVStatewideOctober 9, 2026
USU Eastern Music Department announces October concert
USU Eastern press release PRICE – The Utah State University Eastern Music Department invites the campus and local community to their annual Fall Sign choir concert. On Tuesday, Oct.
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U.S. Measles Cases Surpass 4,000, Reaching 35-Year High
United States measles cases have surpassed 4,000 for the year, marking a 35-year high. While the federal government provides funding for state responses, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy is focusing on tracking vaccine injuries, even as Pennsylvania reports five deaths from the virus.
StatewideOctober 9, 2026
Where to get sandbags ahead of Utah storms, possible flooding
With flooding possible in parts of Utah as remnants of Tropical Storm Rachel move into the state, several communities are offering sandbags to residents. TRACK THE STORMS: Get real-time weather information by downloading the FREE Utah Weather Authority app Recent burn scars are particularly concerning as they can rapidly channel runoff and produce dangerous debris flows.
via Fox 13StatewideOctober 9, 2026
Oregon’s Merkley, Utah’s Curtis propose extending military death benefits to fallen firefighters
Sen. John Curtis. The federal government currently provides a maximum death benefit of $10,000 to federal wildland firefighters’ families. The bill would not only increase the benefit for those families, but extend it to privately contracted wildland firefighters and those employed by state and local fire agencies.
via Utah News DispatchStatewideOctober 9, 2026
Singers and Musicians Invited to Join 6th Annual Songs of Gratitude Program
All local singers and musicians across Utah Valley are invited to gather and perform in the 6th annual Songs of Gratitude program, hosted by the Utah Valley Choir of Family Friendly Performers. The annual concert will take place on Sunday, November 1, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. in the meetinghouse chapel located at 400 N.
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Viewmont notifies parents of counselor's arrest following KUTV report
A message received by a parent from Principal Travis Lund and shared with KUTV, did not mention the allegations of online solicitation and enticing a minor made against Keddington. On Wednesday, parents told KUTV 2News they had received no communication from the school regarding Keddington's arrest.
via KJZZStatewideOctober 9, 2026
Tropical Storm Remnants Threaten Utah with Heavy Rain and Wind
The remnants of Tropical Storm Rachel are expected to bring widespread heavy rainfall and high winds to Utah this weekend, raising the risk of flash flooding. The weather event follows a period of significant disaster recovery in the state following the 2026 Cottonwood Fire and subsequent July floods.
StatewideOctober 9, 2026
Pentagon's plan to livestream Fort Hood shooter's execution sparks intense backlash
On Thursday, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth confirmed CBS News' reporting that the Dec. 3 execution will be livestreamed. Hegseth told Real America's Voice the execution would be public "because people need to understand that there's serious consequences for these types of things."
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Remnants of Tropical Storm Rachel Threaten Utah with Flooding
As remnants of Tropical Storm Rachel approach the southwestern United States, Utah officials are warning of potential flooding and heavy rainfall. Cities and emergency management agencies are emphasizing preparedness and monitoring weather patterns as the storm's moisture moves into the region.
StatewideOctober 9, 2026
Pastrnak scores 2 goals, adds 2 assists in the Bruins' 6-1 rout of the Mammoth
David Pastrnak scored his first two goals of the season and added two assists as the Boston Bruins rout the Utah Mammoth 6-1. Matthew Poitras, Casey Mittelstadt, Mason Lohrei, and Morgan Geekie also score for the Bruins.
via cachevalleydaily.comStatewideOctober 9, 2026
National scrutiny on mail ballots changed Utah’s elections system
All Utah voters have automatically received a mail ballot since 2020. The reliably red state had championed universal mail voting. Utah Republican Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson, the state’s top election official, has recently spoken out about concerns over the Trump administration’s ‘gamesmanship’ with voting, saying it keeps her up at night.
via Utah News DispatchStatewideOctober 9, 2026
Utah cities brace for excessive rainfall by sandbagging ahead of tropical storm remnants
Cities across the Beehive State are bracing for heavy rain the potential for flooding as remnants of Tropical Storm Rachel are expected to bring several days of wet weather. Excessive rainfall is expected to begin Saturday evening into Sunday, increasing the chances for isolated flooding and gusty winds.
via KUTVStatewideOctober 9, 2026
FEMA Declares Disaster for Utah Cottonwood Fire and Flooding
FEMA declared a disaster for Utah involving the Cottonwood Fire, flooding, and mudslides. The incident period for the disaster spanned from July 13, 2026, through July 24, 2026.
StatewideOctober 9, 2026
President Donald J. Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Utah
FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of Utah to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by the Cottonwood Fire, flooding and mudslides from July 13-24, 2026.
StatewideOctober 9, 2026
Zion Highway Reopens After Rockfall
(Zion National Park, UT) — Zion National Park is reopening a section of the Zion-Mount Carmel Highway after a major rockfall. Park officials announced yesterday that cleanup and safety work finished sooner than first expected. The reopening restores a key east-west route through the park.
via midutahradio.comStatewideOctober 9, 2026
Live zebra mussel confirmed in Utah portions of the Colorado River
Division of Wildlife Resources press release UTAH – Roughly a month after confirming zebra mussel DNA on the Utah side of the Colorado River, Utah Division of Wildlife Resources biologists collected a live adult zebra mussel below the Westwater Recreation Area on Tuesday, Sept. Test results confirmed the finding on Oct.
via etvnews.comStatewideOctober 9, 2026