Italian-American sailor Francesca Clapcich is preparing for the Route du Rhum Destination Guadeloupe, aiming for a top 5 finish in her first solo outing of the race. The 37-year-old professional, who splits time between Utah and Brittany, enters the competition as the number one skipper for 11th Hour Racing and currently leads the IMOCA Globe Series.
Community members donated 561 bags of clothing and $10,040 last year. (Courtesy) To support individuals and families in need this winter, Bank of Utah, Arctic Circle, and Red Hanger Cleaners is hosting their annual clothing drive, Warm Bodies, Warm Souls.
Hey Robert, thanks for the chat. The Dew Drop Gallery will host an upcoming solo show for Sharlene Kelsey next month. It is a retrospective show of her lifetime of artwork. We will be showcasing 76 years of her artwork!
UDOT has announced that crews are preparing for the seasonal shutdown for US-191 Indian Canyon construction. “Based on the recent weather, crews plan to pause construction for the winter and complete the project next spring,” shares the UDOT announcement.
Jaren Jackson Jr. is expected to miss six to eight weeks after being diagnosed with a torn MCL in his right knee. The injury occurred during Monday's loss to Memphis.
Teams are working on a gas leak near 1200 East and 500 South, while monitoring homes for elevated gas levels. Hazardous materials teams are on the scene monitoring nearby homes to determine if elevated gas levels exist.
USU Eastern press release PRICE – As Halloween approaches, Utah State University Eastern has its share of mysterious stories. From elevators with minds of their own to security alarms sounding in empty buildings, some campus happenings have even left security officers scratching their heads.
The Utah State Eastern women's volleyball team earned two straight-set victories against Truckee Meadows Community College during a weekend series in Reno, Nevada. These wins helped strengthen the Eagles' position within the Scenic West Athletic Conference standings.
Utah State Eastern women's soccer secured the No. 4 seed in the Scenic West Athletic Conference postseason tournament following a 21-0 victory over Pacific Northwest Christian College. The Eagles are scheduled to face top-seeded Salt Lake Community College in the opening round of the tournament starting Oct. 29.
Pat McAfee has faced accusations of being "Charmin soft" after claiming he felt uncomfortable during a recent visit to the University of Utah. The controversy stems from McAfee's reaction to a video clip in which students playfully called him "corny."
Ashlee Harrison, MPA, will serve as President and Chief Operating Officer of Huntsman Cancer Foundation.
Mike Lee, United States Senator for Utah, joined Evans Family Media for an interview on important topics, especially focused on the American Affordability and Jobs Act of 2026. The Act aims to address federal permitting reform and already has strong bipartisan support.
Olympus Junior High was featured as FOX 13's Cool School of the Week on October 25, 2026. The school also announced upcoming activities, including a visit from Utah State Senator Stephanie Pitcher and various student events scheduled through November.
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The Associated Press released the Week 9 rankings for the 2026 AP College Football Poll on October 25, 2026. The new poll shows shifts in the top portion as two previously unbeaten teams have lost games.
(Loa, UT) -- The statewide average gas price is down by two cents. Triple-A says the average cost for a gallon of self-serve regular is now $4.66. The most expensive gas is in Wayne County, where it's going for $5.13. The least expensive average price can be found in Juab County, where gas is $4.53.
A flood warning is in effect for portions of southeastern Utah and southern Utah due to moderate flooding from excessive rainfall. The warning remains in effect until noon MDT Tuesday.
A period of mostly dry and sunny weather across Utah is expected to transition into unsettled conditions by the weekend, with rain and thunderstorms likely for much of the state. Forecast models indicate an increased risk of flash flooding in some areas as storm systems move through the region.
On Thursday, October 22, Springville High’s FBLA (Future Business Leaders of America) invited Utah ...
Two key players, Lauri Markkanen and Jaren Jackson Jr., exited early due to injuries during the Utah Jazz's matchup against the Memphis Grizzlies on Monday, October 26, 2026. The Grizzlies ultimately secured a 110-105 victory over the Jazz.
Rich secured its 19th state title with a 3-2 victory over St. Joseph at Utah Valley University on Saturday. Despite an 18-14 lead in the third set, St. Joseph was unable to overcome Rich's momentum in the final two sets.
The National Weather Service has issued a 7-day forecast for the area 8 miles east northeast of Trial Lake, Utah. The forecast includes a mix of sun and potential snow showers throughout the week.
The agency sued Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson, Utah's top election official, in February for not turning over voter rolls. Henderson argued doing so would be illegal, and a judge sided with her.
October precipitation in the Great Salt Basin has reached 4.1 inches through October 24, 2026, marking the second consecutive year of above average precipitation. Despite the moisture, snowpack water equivalent remains limited as most precipitation has entered the soil rather than accumulating as snow.
In Week 8 of Big 12 football, the #6 Utah Utes maintained a perfect 7-0 record following a 21-13 victory over #18 Houston. Meanwhile, the #8 BYU Cougars fell to 6-1 after a double-overtime loss to UCF.
According to an October 25 report, seven ranked college football teams suffered losses during Week 8, including five against unranked opponents. The latest AP Top 25 Poll shows major shifts, with Texas rising to No. 11 while BYU and Texas Tech fall following their first losses.
ESPN and the University of Utah issued statements on Monday following frustrations expressed by Pat McAfee regarding his weekend experience during ESPN's College GameDay visit. The university apologized for social media content that created a perception of McAfee being unwelcome on campus.
The Memphis Grizzlies defeated the Utah Jazz 110-105 on Monday, October 26, 2026, despite injuries to Utah's Lauri Markkanen and Jaren Jackson Jr. Cedric Coward led Memphis with 16 points and 11 rebounds, while Keyonte George scored 26 points for the Jazz.
Utah Tech secured its first Big Sky Conference victory with a 43-26 win over Cal Poly at Mustang Memorial Field on Saturday afternoon. The Mustangs suffered from six turnovers, including four interceptions thrown by quarterback Anthony Grigsby Jr.
Utah Tech secured its first-ever Big Sky Conference victory with a 43-26 road win against Cal Poly on Saturday, Oct. 24, at Mustang Memorial Field at Spanos Stadium. The victory ended a 10-game losing streak for the Trailblazers.
Utah Royals FC and Sportsish hosted the Gameday for the Girls event to celebrate women in sports. The celebration took place at The Legacy Club at America First Field ahead of a matchup against the Kansas City Current.
Intermountain Health held a groundbreaking event on Monday, October 26, 2026, for the Intermountain Health Felicia and Ben Horowitz Children’s Hospital in Las Vegas. The new facility is expected to open in 2030 and aims to strengthen pediatric healthcare across Nevada and surrounding states.
Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen exited Monday's game against the Memphis Grizzlies due to a right wrist injury, leaving his return status uncertain for future matchups. The injury occurred during the first quarter after Markkanen became tangled with players Cameron Boozer and Jaren Jackson Jr.
According to an October 26 statement from the Utah Jazz, several players are listed on the team's injury report. The report includes multiple players designated as out and one player listed as questionable.
Bluff businesses and residents have begun cleaning up following catastrophic flooding along the San Juan River, which saw water levels reach record heights earlier this month. The flooding, triggered by excessive rainfall, necessitated mass evacuations and triggered emergency shelter operations in Blanding and Montezuma Creek.
Elder Clark G. Gilbert of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, right, greets Church members before the Cody Wyoming Temple dedication on Sunday, Oct. 25, 2026. Scott G Winterton, Deseret News By Kaitlyn Bancroft Kaitlyn Bancroft is a reporter for Church News.
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah – A Utah couple admitted in court today that they helped a suspected illegal alien escape from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody and used bolt cutters to remove his handcuffs in October 2025.
26, 2026 Concert If youve ever played Minecraft, you know there's two main game modes. There's Survival, where you have a small, but strict set of rules to survive, and creative, where instead of rules you just have to know really well what it is youre doing if you want to be good.
As artists shift from audience building to community building on Discord, Operation Fan Project (OFP) has found its niche. Photo: Travis Ockey Image: Travis Ockey Discord Is Becoming Music’s New Front Row By Indi Tejeda October 26, 2026 Interviews For years, artists chased followers.
Rapich, who served 33 years with the Utah Highway Patrol (UHP), including nine years as its top commander, brings a distinguished record of public safety leadership to UVU. Fostering a safe and supportive learning environment is one of our highest priorities, said UVU President Jon Anderson.
Michael Rapich, who worked for 33 years in the Utah Highway Patrol, will be in charge of Utah Valley University's security and emergency preparedness operations. Rapich has 33 years of experience in the Utah Highway Patrol (UHP), including nine years as the agency's commanding officer.
