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Kanab vs. Piute: girls volleyball, Thursday, Oct. 8, 4 p.m.
Kanab and Piute (Junction) meet in girls volleyball at 4 p.m.
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Kane County Hospital reviews safety protocols ahead of summer 2027 MRI launch
Kane County Hospital is preparing for the arrival of a new in-house MRI machine expected in summer 2027. Hospital leaders and emergency responders recently met to review safety protocols and emergency procedures specific to MRI operations.
Zion National Park East Entrance Reopens With Limited Access
Zion National Park's East Entrance reopened in a limited capacity on Tuesday, Oct. 6, following a major rockslide. Travelers can currently drive to the Great Arch Overlook but cannot travel through to Springdale.
Enterprise tops Kanab 3-0 in 2A girls volleyball
Enterprise beat Kanab 3-0 in 2A girls volleyball on Tuesday, Oct. 6, according to the Utah High School Activities Association (UHSAA) scoreboard.
Nancy Twitchell
KANAB Nancy Susan Twitchell, 77, passed away peacefully on September 29, 2026, in Cedar City, Utah, where her daughter and son had been by her side for several days. Nancy was born September 26, 1949, at Queen of Angels Hospital in Los Angeles, California, to Charles Milton Underwood and Kathryn Janette Carson.
Kanab tops Piute 2-0 in girls volleyball
Kanab beat Piute (Junction) 2-0 in girls volleyball on Saturday, Oct. 3, according to the Utah High School Activities Association (UHSAA) scoreboard.
Kanab tops Escalante 3-0 in girls volleyball
Kanab beat Escalante 3-0 in girls volleyball on Saturday, Oct. 3, according to the Utah High School Activities Association (UHSAA) scoreboard.
Kanab tops Wayne 2-0 in girls volleyball
Kanab beat Wayne (Bicknell) 2-0 in girls volleyball on Friday, Oct. 2, according to the Utah High School Activities Association (UHSAA) scoreboard.
Kanab tops Bryce Valley 2-0 in girls volleyball
Kanab beat Bryce Valley 2-0 in girls volleyball on Friday, Oct. 2, according to the Utah High School Activities Association (UHSAA) scoreboard.
Kanab tops Gunnison Valley 2-1 in 2A girls volleyball
Kanab beat Gunnison Valley 2-1 in 2A girls volleyball on Friday, Oct. 2, according to the Utah High School Activities Association (UHSAA) scoreboard.
Kanab tops Beaver 3-0 in 2A girls volleyball
Kanab beat Beaver 3-0 in 2A girls volleyball on Thursday, Oct. 1, according to the Utah High School Activities Association (UHSAA) scoreboard.
Kanab City Council held hearing on Kane Plex Drive development agreement
The Kanab City Council held a public hearing on September 30, 2026, to discuss a proposed development agreement. The agreement involves a potential exception to city design standards for a specific parcel.
Dr. Janiel Cragun brings gynecologic care to Kane County Hospital
According to a September 30 report, Dr. Janiel Cragun has begun accepting new patients at Kane County Hospital in Kanab. She provides specialized gynecologic oncology and comprehensive women's health services to residents of southern Utah.
Peekaboo Canyon Wood Fired Kitchen to celebrate 10th anniversary Oct. 3
Peekaboo Canyon Wood Fired Kitchen will celebrate its 10th anniversary on Saturday, Oct. 3, with a new menu and various discounts. The Kanab restaurant, which offers the only fully vegetarian and vegan menu in Kane County, will host the event from 4 to 7 p.m.
Dreamland Safari Tours Celebrates 25 Years in Kanab
Dreamland Safari Tours is celebrating 25 years of business in Kanab. Founded in 2001, the company provides guided excursions through Southern Utah and Northern Arizona.
Kanab City Council to hold hearing on Kane Plex Drive development
The Kanab City Council will host a public hearing to discuss a proposed development agreement for a parcel located on Kane Plex Drive.
Muddy Waves Of Water Flood Parts Of Southern Utah
(Kanab, UT) — Waves of muddy water flooded parts of Southern Utah yesterday. Kane County residents filmed it barreling through Mt. Carmel. There was also some property damage reported in Orderville.
Kanab Fire Chief Brett Pierson Manages Local Emergency Responses
Kanab City Fire Chief Brett Pierson manages local fire safety and responds to emergency incidents within the community.
Kanab High School Sophomore Wins $500 Savings Account
A Kanab High School sophomore has won a $500 savings account through the Zions Bank Pays for A’s program. The award was announced by Zions Bank during a presentation in September.
Search and rescue for injured hiker prompted Angels Landing closure
Zion National Park officials provided details regarding a search and rescue operation that led to the temporary closure of Angels Landing on September 19. The operation involved an injured hiker, but the injury was reported as non-life-threatening.
Raven’s Heart Gallery Fall Show Scheduled for October 2 in Kanab
The 12th annual Raven’s Heart Gallery Fall Show and Artists’ Reception was scheduled for Friday, October 2, in Kanab. The event features fifteen fine artists and showcases works from a roster of over 30 regional artists.
Enterprise Boys and Kanab Girls Win Cross Country Titles
Enterprise's boys and Kanab's girls secured team cross country titles at the Kanab Cross Country Invitational held at Jackson Flat Reservoir on Wednesday, September 23, 2026.
Operation Kind Heart distributes 10,000 pounds of dog food to Navajo reservation
Operation Kind Heart completed its first dog food drive for the Navajo reservation on Sept. 13. The organization distributed 10,000 pounds of donated dog food to residents in Shiprock, New Mexico.
September Chamber Luncheon Highlights Kanab Heritage and Jacob Lake Inn History
A September 10 luncheon held at the Kanab Heritage House and Museum featured presentations on local history and the Jacob Lake Inn. The event included discussions on the Bowman family's legacy and the ongoing operations of local businesses in the region.
Senior Center Hosts Free Botanical Gelli Plate Printing Workshop
Rural Opportunities for Arts (ROAR) in partnership with the Kane County Active Living Centers and the Kane County Center for the Arts (KCCA) are presenting a free workshop entitled Make Botanical Prints with Gelli Plates at the Kanab Senior Center on Tuesday, September 15, 2026. Creative Aging certified teaching artist Lanell Dike will be teaching the workshop.
Snow Canyon edges Dixie while Crimson Cliffs and Desert Hills dominate
Snow Canyon secured a 14-10 victory over Dixie in a physical rivalry game, while Crimson Cliffs and Desert Hills achieved dominant wins in Region 9 football action.
Kanab Native Rick Haynes Serves as Director of Continuous Improvement
Rick Haynes, a Kanab native, has completed advanced degrees and now serves as the Director of Continuous Improvement at Kane County Hospital. Haynes uses Lean Six Sigma methodology to optimize workflows and processes at the facility.
Researchers study Pinyon Jay movements to aid conservation efforts
Pinyon Jays are a unique bird species that travels across Utah, Arizona, and Nevada to find pine nuts. Researchers are currently studying their movements to better understand how to protect the species and their habitat.
Best Friends Animal Society Offers Trades Apprenticeship in Kanab
Best Friends Animal Society is offering a 12-week trades apprenticeship in Kanab for individuals aged 18 and older. The part-time role provides training in various departments including maintenance, buildings, and utilities.
Name game: Why is BYU’s Bear Bachmeier quoting Mary Poppins?
BYU quarterback Bear Bachmeier spoke to local reporters for the first time in more than a month on Tuesday, addressing last Saturday’s 17-10 win over TCU and looking ahead to Friday’s Big 12 showdown with Iowa State. Cougars on the air Iowa State (3-2, 1-1) at No.
Destructive invasive species has entered Utah portion of Colorado River
State wildlife biologists found live adult zebra mussels below Westwater Recreation Area last month, which were confirmed by lab testing on Wednesday, according to the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources. Zebra mussels, much like quagga mussels that have been found before in Utah, are invasive and clog pipes and infrastructure, which can potentially cause millions in damage.