President and CEO of the Utah Olympic Legacy Foundation Colin Hilton has died. He was a major figure in Utah’s Olympic and Paralympic story. The foundation said Hilton died at 58 in his Park City home Aug. Hilton led the Olympic legacy foundation for over two decades.
The Ballet West Academy has concluded its 2026 audition tour and opened registration for the 2026-2027 academic year. The academy, which includes the Park City campus, offers specialized training for students aged 11 to 18 through its Student Division.
The Song Summit Supper Club is hosting a series of intimate dining experiences at Le Depot Brasserie in Park City from August 27 through August 29, 2026. The event series pairs acclaimed chefs with musicians to celebrate the connection between food and music through themed four-course dinners.
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Colin Hilton, the 58-year-old President and CEO of the Utah Olympic Legacy Foundation, died at home on Friday, Aug. 21, 2026. Hilton was a prominent figure in Utah winter sports for decades, having led the foundation since 2006.
Colin Hilton, an influential figure in winter sports in Utah for decades, died on Friday at home, the Utah Olympic Legacy Foundation said on Saturday. Hilton was 58 and the president and CEO of the foundation. A cause of death was not released.
Vail Resorts announced the opening dates for the 2026/27 winter season as anticipation builds for potential heavy snowfall from a Super El Niño. The company also highlighted various Epic Pass options and upcoming seasonal events.
The Park City Film Festival has released its full schedule for the inaugural event occurring October 23-25, 2026. This follows the Sundance Film Festival's earlier August announcement of a legacy program featuring archival screenings and special talks.
Channeling her inner Julie Andrews from The Sound of Music, my wife, Carole, held out her arms and twirled magically in a meadow of golden rabbitbrush high in the Uintas. In the distance, the peaks of the Wasatch Range stood mystically in the haze of wildfire smoke.
The Utah Avalanche Center has a new executive director heading into the winter season. Nazz Kurth is focusing on making avalanche forecasts and safety information easier to access. The New Hampshire native moved to Utah 20 years ago. The Utah Avalanche Center is focused on saving lives, Kurth said on KPCW's Local News Hour Aug.
Kodiak, the Utah brand known for whole-grain pantry staples, has teamed up with U.S. Ski & Snowboard to fuel some of the most intense athletes in winter sports. The latest chapter in that story is a freshly renovated space called the Kodiak Kitchen at the team's Center of Excellence, and the people who use it [ The post Food Finds: Inside U.S.
I recently came across an interesting article by David Schultz in the Daily Yonder. For those unfamiliar with the Daily Yonder, which I’m assuming is more or less all of you, it’s a website with news and issues affecting rural areas. Anyway, this article was about the rural-urban divide — the big differences between rural and urban America.
The Park City Opera will wrap its summer season with a production of Romeo and Juliet at the Eccles Center. We have over 24 singers on stage, over 40 orchestra members in the pit, and eight dancers from Ballet West's second company joining us, she said on KPCW's Local News Hour Aug.
Park City resident Jamie MoCrazy was one of the best freestyle skiers in the world. Sharetopics: Park CityFreestyle skiing Brain injury Mount Kilimanjaro Motivational speaking RehabilitationOxygen deprivationX Games PARK CITY, Utah (KUTV) — Park City resident Jamie MoCrazy was one of the best freestyle skiers in the world.
The bottom line? Showers and thunderstorms will continue with the threat of severe thunderstorms producing gusty winds possible for northern Utah. Temperatures will remain slightly above average with clouds and sunshine through the week and chances of thunderstorms into the weekend.
HUNTINGTON — The Huntington City Council approved five business licenses during its meeting Wednesday, Aug. Licenses were approved for Desert Contracting, Jessica Lee Cleaning and Landscaping, TC West LLC, Contour Beauty Academy and Solrise.
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Mike Lee (R-UT), John Curtis (R-UT), Michael Bennet (D-CO), and John Hickenlooper (D-CO) introduced a bipartisan resolution honoring the bravery and sacrifice of several firefighters whose lives were lost while combatting recent wildfires on the Utah-Colorado border.
Caribou-Targhee National Forest occupies over 3 million acres and stretches across southeastern Idaho, from the Montana, Utah, and Wyoming borders.
Environmental groups have filed a complaint with the Federal Trade Commission against a pro-nuclear energy campaign in Utah. This legal action follows a long-term state initiative launched in 2024 to double power production through programs like Operation Gigawatt.
Ted Capener, whose work as an executive at the University of Utah helped shape the U.'s public image, has died at 94. He also conducted hundreds of interviews for shows on PBS Utah.
As head of the Utah Olympic Legacy Foundation, Hilton led efforts to make three Olympic venues accessible for Utahns and viable for another Winter Olympics. Hilton died Aug. 21, 2026, at age 58.
When Latter-day Saints leave their church, do they find another spiritual home? Maybe, but it's usually not in an organized religion, studies show. Most also don't plan to return to the LDS Church.
University leaders are working with colleges, academic departments and advising teams to support students who have taken courses at the Sandy Center.
Nearly 95% of the Intermountain West is currently experiencing drought conditions, according to a report published August 20. While monsoon rains have provided some local relief, officials indicate they are unlikely to resolve long-term water supply challenges in the region.
The Widemouth 2 Fire has grown to over 111,000 acres in the Fishlake National Forest, following a fatal helicopter crash on August 7, 2026. Firefighters continue to battle the lightning-caused blaze, which has already claimed the lives of two pilots during emergency water-dropping operations.
The program goes beyond placing books on shelves. The Book Nerd Mobile, Brain Food Books's traveling community bookstore and outreach vehicle, will return throughout the year to replenish the Book Pantries, introduce new titles, host community book events, and connect readers with books they choose for themselves.
He was sentenced on June 29 to 364 days in jail for both charges, but the terms were suspended and he was given credit for the 32 days he had already served. A court order on Aug. "(McKean) continued to communicate with the purported 17-year-old and expressed concerns that it was illegal.
Utah state health data reveals a significant rise in vaping rates alongside a decline in traditional cigarette smoking. While cigarette use has reached historic lows, vaping rates saw a 260% increase between 2012 and 2022.
UTAH, Aug. 22, 2026 (Gephardt Daily) — The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for south central Box Elder County and northeastern Tooele County. Sunday unless it is extended. For ongoing updates, check this link.
A severe thunderstorm warning was issued Sunday night for parts of Salt Lake County, with wind gusts up to 70 mph possible. The National Weather Service in Salt Lake City issued the warning for areas including West Jordan, Sandy and South Jordan.
Utahns handed statewide leaders an overall negative approval rating in August, continuing a downward trend for Gov. The poll of nearly 800 registered Utah voters revealed an anti-incumbent mood that left no one untouched. The state Legislature and Sen.
BEAVER, Utah (ABC4) — Much of the Beaver Ranger District in the Fishlake National Forest has reopened to the public for the first time since the Cottonwood Fire erupted two months ago. The blaze burned nearly 97,000 acres and while visitors are returning, local businesses and road infrastructure continue to deal with the aftermath.
The Ashley National Forest has issued a temporary closure for North Fork Sheep Creek through September 2, 2026, to facilitate a second round of rotenone treatments for native cutthroat trout restoration. These efforts, coordinated with the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources, aim to remove non-native fish species to protect the future of the Colorado River cutthroat trout.
On Sunday, following a years-long renovation project, President D. Todd Christofferson rededicated the San Diego Temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The San Diego temple first opened in 1993 and closed in 2023 for extensive renovations.
Utah football doesn’t kick off its season with its first game until Thursday Sept. 3, but Rice-Eccles Stadium was still the place to be for Utes fans on Saturday night as hundreds gathered for Utah Athletics Fan Fest. Whether you were a young fan experiencing the tradition for the first time or have been cheering on the Utes for decades, the event had something for everyone.
6% increase from 2024, when adjusted for inflation, the University of Utah's Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute noted in a report released on Thursday. "Utah's tourism economy demonstrated considerable resilience in 2025. The increase in spending came despite modest declines in statewide hotel occupancy, as well as state and national park visitation.
A fast-growing wildfire destroying homes in northwest Reno, Nevada, on Sunday was human-caused and uncontained, authorities said, as they encouraged some 90,000 people to evacuate. The Hawk Fire began Saturday and quickly grew to 20 square miles (53 sq.
By Courtney Tanner | Aug. The $155 million luxury living space is filled with top-of-the-line features, including four in-house dining options and ski and snowboard storage. Students can start moving in this month, ahead of when fall classes start Aug.
The Utah Public Lands Alliance is inviting off-road enthusiasts, families and community members to participate in the Toquerville Falls Public Lands Cleanup on Saturday, Sept. 19.
Heavy monsoon rains have triggered widespread flooding across eastern Washington County, following significant flood risk concerns identified in July. Residents are encouraged to monitor real-time water levels as local authorities continue mapping efforts to mitigate future risks.
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Mike Lee (R-UT) introduced the Circuit Court of Appeals Reorganization Act, restructuring the Eighth, Ninth, and Tenth U.S. Circuit Courts of Appeals to more accurately reflect modern population growth and geographic interests. Cosponsoring the legislation are Senators John Barrasso (R-WY), Mike Crapo (R-ID), Ted Cruz (R-TX), Steve Daines (R-MT), Jim Risch (R-ID), and Tim Sheehy (R-MT).
