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Aldous Harding @ the Commonwealth Room 09.22.2026

Across from Harding was the crowd — quiet enough to hear any personal conversation, yet none to be heard. Photo: Ethan Clewell. 2026 By Ethan Clewell October 8, 2026 Concert The bassline comes in, followed by the shaker and the harp coming together while Aldous Harding sings.

Porter Small earns Big Sky honors after breakout performance for Weber State

Weber State defensive end Porter Small earned Big Sky Conference defensive player of the week honors following a standout performance in a two-overtime victory against Cal Poly. The sophomore's breakout performance comes as the Wildcats work to improve their defensive consistency throughout the season.

Notice of Intent – IFFP, IFA Public Safety Impact Fees

Notice of Intent to Commence the Preparation of Amending its Impact Fee Facilities Plan and Impact Fee Analysis for Springville Public Safety Springville City, Utah   Pursuant to the provisions of 11-36a-501 and 503 of the Utah Code, notice is hereby provided that Springville City, a municipality of the State of Utah, located in Utah […]

Two sheriffs indicted on obstruction charges related to Kouri Richins murder case

Two sheriffs have been indicted by a grand jury on felony obstruction charges in relation to the Kouri Richins murder case. Share story Share topics: Kouri Richins Obstruction Sheriffs Indictment Grand jury Murder case Wasatch County Summit County PARK CITY, Utah (KUTV) — Two sheriffs have been indicted by a grand jury on felony obstruction charges in relation to the Kouri Richins murder case.

A 'wish list' for Ryan Smith

A common theme: more food, more music, and more gathering spaces. "I love going out to eat," one downtown resident said. "Others pointed to the city's entertainment scene and said additional live music venues could help energize downtown even further.

via KSLStatewideOctober 8, 2026

No. 17 Utah State Soccer to Host Washington State and Play Boise State

No. 17 Utah State women's soccer will host Washington State on Oct. 8 before traveling to face Boise State on Oct. 11. The Aggies enter the week with a 9-2-2 record and a 2-0-0 mark in Pac-12 play.

StatewideOctober 8, 2026

Flu season arriving early in Utah; health experts urge vaccination

Speaking from Intermountain Medical Center, Dr. "We are having the number of cases now that we had starting in November last year," Sheffield said. "Health experts recommend several steps to reduce the risk of infection, including frequent handwashing, avoiding contact with sick individuals and staying home when ill.

via KSLStatewideOctober 8, 2026

Utah weather: Warm with sunshine through Friday, but tropical moisture surges in this weekend

Happy Thursday, Utah! High pressure remains in place across the region through Friday, bringing well-above-average temperatures and lots of sunshine to the area. Tropical moisture and a cold front will bring periods of heavy rain and cooler conditions later this weekend.

via ABC 4StatewideOctober 8, 2026

Moran Research and Surgical Expertise Highlighted at AAO 2026

John A. Moran Eye Center physicians and scientists will share research, surgical knowledge, and clinical expertise at the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) 2026 annual meeting, October 9-12 in New Orleans.

StatewideOctober 8, 2026

Invasive zebra mussels have made their way to the Utah portion of the Colorado River

Biologists have discovered a live adult zebra mussel below the Westwater Recreation Area in the Utah side of the Colorado River, raising the risk of the invasive species spreading in the state. The discovery was made Sept. 22, about a month after testing detected zebra mussel DNA in the water in Utah, according to a news release from the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources.

via Utah News DispatchStatewideOctober 8, 2026

Mendenhall sees offensive progress as Utah State prepares for Washington State

Bronco Mendenhall noted progress in the Utah State offense, which is becoming more balanced, explosive, and confident. However, the Aggies are looking to translate that improvement into wins following a loss to Boise State.

StatewideOctober 8, 2026

Bear Lake Special Service District to Hold Wastewater Impact Fee Hearing Oct. 15

The Bear Lake Special Service District Board will hold a public hearing on Oct. 15, 2026, regarding wastewater impact fee facilities plans, impact fee analysis, and impact fee enactment. The meeting is scheduled to take place in Garden City.

StatewideOctober 8, 2026

Civilian aircraft lands on Hill Air Force Base after experiencing engine issues

A civilian pilot safely landed their aircraft on Hill Air Force Base property after it had issues with the engine. Thursday, according to base officials. The base's emergency response crews arrived at the scene upon the aircraft's landing.

via KUTVStatewideOctober 8, 2026

University of Utah gets $7.5M federal grant to advance domestic critical minerals search

's Department of Materials Science and Engineering and the project's principal investigator, said in a statement. Regional strategies for domestic production Utah Gov. Currently, China controls over 90% of the world's refinery production of key components in electronics, according to data from the Institute for Energy Research.

via KSLStatewideOctober 8, 2026

Private plane makes emergency landing inside Hill Air Force Base | KSL.com

MARKETPLACE Classifieds Cars Log in MARKETPLACE Classifieds Cars Log in Private plane makes emergency landing inside Hill Air Force Base Posted - Oct. Joe R. Wirthlin Jr KSL A civilian plane landed just inside the north gate of Hill Air Force Base on Thursday, prompting emergency crews to respond.

via KSLStatewideOctober 8, 2026

North Valley PD to reevaluate agreement with ICE after multiple detained in ride-alongs

North Valley Police Chief Steve Gray said the department is reevaluating its agreement with Immigration and Customs Enforcement after five people were detained during a set of ride-alongs late last month. Chief Gray said the police department signed a Memorandum of Understanding with ICE about two months ago.

via KJZZStatewideOctober 8, 2026

Swire Coca-Cola USA sees growth after Spokane Valley facility expansion

Swire Coca-Cola USA is experiencing steady growth following the expansion of its Spokane Valley distribution facility. The facility's capacity has increased significantly, allowing it to process nearly double its previous case volume.

StatewideOctober 8, 2026

Una avioneta despegó y minutos después tuvo que aterrizar de emergencia cerca de la Base Aérea Hill

Utah Avioneta realiza aterrizaje de emergencia cerca de la Base Aérea Hill No se reportaron heridos o daños. Sin embargo, al llegar al área, los rescatistas determinaron que la aeronave en realidad había aterrizado dentro de los terrenos de la Base Aérea Hill, cerca de la puerta norte.

via telemundoutah.comStatewideOctober 8, 2026

Zion Highway Closure Could Last Several Weeks - Mid-Utah Radio

(Zion National Park, UT) -- A section of the Zion-Mount Carmel Highway could remain closed for several weeks. A major rockfall on September 30th covered the roadway, and a two-and-a-half-mile segment remains blocked. Crews have removed about half the debris, but forecast rain could slow the work.

via midutahradio.comStatewideOctober 8, 2026

BYU Basketball Fans Celebrate Marriott Madness at Marriott Center

BYU basketball fans gathered at the Marriott Center on Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2026, for the annual Marriott Madness event. The festivities featured fan games, musical performances, and player introductions for both the men's and women's teams.

StatewideOctober 8, 2026

Alpine School District Uses $15 Million in Trust Lands to Support Classrooms

In an undated notice from Alpine School District, officials explained how School Community Councils direct millions of dollars in Trust Lands revenue to local classrooms. This funding, which does not require additional taxpayer money, is managed through the Learning And Nurturing Development program to address specific school needs.

StatewideOctober 8, 2026

El Salvador’s Consul General Visits Timpanogos Elementary for Hispanic Heritage Month

Timpanogos Elementary students concluded a series of Hispanic Heritage Month visits from international representatives with Fernando Pérez, Consul General of El Salvador in Utah. Speaking in Spanish, Pérez introduced students to El Salvador’s culture, traditions and national symbols, inviting them to compare what they knew about the Central American country with their own experiences. He began by asking students about their favorite foods, the weather and familiar American traditions, incl

StatewideOctober 8, 2026

Author Karla Arenas Valenti Brings María Mariposa to Franklin and Timpanogos Elementary

“Raise your hand if you’ve ever felt lonely.” Children’s author Karla Arenas Valenti posed the question to students during recent visits to Franklin and Timpanogos Elementary Schools, where she shared her picture book María Mariposa as part of Operation Literacy’s Book Drop program. The program is organized by the nonprofit Operation Literacy that brings authors to Title I schools and provides students with books of their own. Throughout the reading, Valenti occasionally spoke Spanish and paused

StatewideOctober 8, 2026

Management Club Opening Social Scheduled for Oct. 8 at SUU

The Dixie L. Leavitt School of Business has scheduled a Management Club opening social for Oct. 8, 2026.

StatewideOctober 8, 2026

Isaias Intensifies into Atlantic's First Hurricane Ahead of Gulf Coast Landfall

Hurricane Isaias has intensified into the Atlantic season's first hurricane, maintaining maximum sustained winds of 80 mph as it moves toward the northern Gulf Coast. Alabama Governor Kay Ivey has declared a state of emergency for 40 counties in anticipation of the storm's possible landfall as a hurricane by Friday.

StatewideSalt Lake CityOctober 8, 2026

Ask an Expert – Five ways to help someone struggling with mental health

USU Extension press release Guest article written by Ashley Yaugher Observant family members can be the first responders to mental health or substance use concerns. Recognizing changes, listening without judgment, and simply being available can make a meaningful difference.

via etvnews.comStatewideOctober 8, 2026

Distinct Malaria Parasites “Hidden in Plain Sight” May Contribute to Human Disease Protection

A new study has found that people with the sickle cell genetic variant are almost exclusively infected by a distinct variety of malaria parasites, which might help protect them from disease.

StatewideOctober 8, 2026

Box Elder School District Schedules Oct. 14 Board Meeting

The Box Elder School District has scheduled a school board meeting for Oct. 14, 2026, to provide district updates. This meeting follows the appointment of A.J. Gilmore as Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Learning for Secondary Education earlier this year.

StatewideOctober 8, 2026

WATCH: Utah 4th Congressional District Debate with Mike Kennedy and Jonny Larsen

Facebook Bluesky Threads Twitter LinkedIn Email Incumbent Republican Rep. Mike Kennedy, the current 3rd District congressman, will debate Democratic challenger Jonny Larsen, a Marine veteran and 5th-generation Utahn. Kennedy took up the mantle for the new fourth district after Utah's court-ordered redistricting shuffled things up and the retirement of Rep.

via KUERStatewideOctober 8, 2026

Schmaltz Goal Streak Hits Four as Mammoth Defeat Devils

Nick Schmaltz extended his season-opening goal streak to four games on Oct. 6, 2026, leading the Utah Mammoth to a 5-3 victory over the New Jersey Devils at the Prudential Center. The win marked the Mammoth's first victory against New Jersey since the franchise entered the NHL in the 2024-25 season.

StatewideOctober 8, 2026

UNLV basketball falls to Utah 79-69 in exhibition opener Oct. 7

UNLV basketball lost to the Big 12 opponent Utah 79-69 in an exhibition game on Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026. The Rebels played without several key players due to injuries or ineligibility.

StatewideOctober 8, 2026

Theresa Werner, MD, Named Chief of the Division of Oncology

The nationally recognized physician-scientist will lead medical oncology at Huntsman Cancer Institute and the University of Utah, advancing innovative care, clinical research, and training to improve patient outcomes.

StatewideOctober 7, 2026

Curtis, Hickenlooper introduce bipartisan bill to strengthen methane monitoring, American energy security

“Methane monitoring is critical for our energy producers, energy security, and the environment,” said Senator Curtis. “We have more tools than ever to detect these leaks however we lack a clear federal strategy or framework for optimizing their use across industries.

via utahpolicy.comStatewideOctober 7, 2026

Gov. Cox signs executive order establishing Utah’s pro-human approach to AI in state government

Utah Gov. Spencer J. Cox today signed an executive order establishing a structured, pro-human framework for artificial intelligence (AI) integration across state government.

via utahpolicy.comStatewideOctober 7, 2026

Una columna de humo se vio en el oeste del Valle de Salt Lake y esto es lo que se sabe

No se reportaron personas lesionadas como resultado del incidente. El incendio se originó la tarde del miércoles y cuando los bomberos llegaron al lugar, encontraron llamas saliendo del techo del negocio. WEST VALLEY, UTAH- Un incendio que había sido controlado esta mañana en una carpintería en West Valley se volvió a activar la tarde del miércoles, según informaron las autoridades.

via telemundoutah.comStatewideOctober 7, 2026

El jefe policial cuestiona tácticas de ICE y ahora revisa el acuerdo

Según el jefe Steve Gray, los arrestos ocurrieron en Moroni, algunas cerca de la planta de pavos Norbest. Gray asegura que algunas de las tácticas utilizadas por los agentes federales no coinciden con los valores ni los procedimientos de su departamento y ahora dice que está reevaluando su acuerdo de colaboración con ICE.

via telemundoutah.comStatewideOctober 7, 2026

UDOT takes transportation to the next level with all-electric aircraft demonstration

BETA Technologies’ ALIA CX300 flight showcases clean electric aircraft technology SALT LAKE CITY, UT (Oct. 7, 2026) — Today, the Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT), in partnership with BETA Technologies and 47G, showcased the future of aviation in Utah with a flight of BETA’s all-electric ALIA CX300 aircraft. The demonstration is the latest in a […]

StatewideOctober 7, 2026

OPINION: Google’s New Nuclear Deal Offers Utah an Energy Roadmap — Bring the Monies Required, and a Transparent Plan, to Pay for Future Power Needs

Instead, it's bankability, bankability that I believe provides a promising roadmap for Utah. 3 billion to make it happen. 25%. So why does this agreement on the other side of the country matter here in Utah? Utah’s Power Problem Has Already Arrived Literally two years ago, on 8 October 2024, Gov.

via utahmoneywatch.comStatewideOctober 7, 2026

Review: Kiki Rockwell — Plagued By Visions - SLUG Magazine

Plagued By Visions is Rockwell’s third full-length record of folkloric, avant-garde pop — ancient and electric, multilingual and fiery. She pulls up the evergreen roots of folklore and nurtures them with her otherworldly voice, coaxing feminist ferocity from the thorns.

via slugmag.comStatewideOctober 7, 2026
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