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Hyde Park Planning Commission Scheduled for Oct. 7 Meeting

The Hyde Park City Planning Commission is scheduled to hold a regular meeting on Oct. 7, 2026. The meeting will include discussions on subdivision agreements and various legislative ordinances.

Fathom Restoration cleans up Utah’s water one dive at a time

At the tail-end of a pontoon floating in Deer Creek Reservoir, Jake SeaWolf was weighed down with scuba diving gear. With a salute to those on the boat, SeaWolf fell backwards into the water, flippers last.

Miners win thriller over Wasps, Wildcats and Braves win big

Friday night high school football was highlighted by Park City's narrow victory over Wasatch while South Summit and North Summit won handily. Park City opened the game with a touchdown drive, but Wasatch quickly answered. Following a scoreless third quarter, Park City regained the lead on the second of two touchdown connections between quarterback Josh Hofer and Brogan Price.

Park City high alum dies in Cache County BASE jumping accident

Gabe Reilly, 27, served with the Salt Lake City Fire Department for four years. Gabe Reilly grew up in Park City and trained on the Park City Ski Team. The 27-year-old died Sept. BASE jumping is an acronym for the four types of objects people jump from: buildings, antennas, spans (bridges) and earth (cliffs, canyons and mountains).

Outbound Park City opens reservations for an anticipated spring debut

The Outbound Park City is expected to debut next year in the building that once housed the stalwart Double Tree by Hilton Hotel Park City — The Yarrow. In late September, the Outbound Hotels chain opened reservations for the property, showing confidence in the major renovation currently underway.

Alta tops Park City 3-2 in girls volleyball

Alta (Sandy) beat Park City 3-2 in girls volleyball on Friday, Oct. 2, according to the Utah High School Activities Association (UHSAA) scoreboard.

Park CityOctober 2, 2026

Park City Film announces panel topics and participants

Park City Film Executive Director Katy Wang loves film festival panel discussions. “It’s the conversations, and I’m always there for the conversations where you get to go behind the scenes,” she said. ” So, when the local arthouse nonprofit decided to create the Park City Film Festival, which runs Oct.

via Park RecordPark CityOctober 2, 2026

Park City Council approves new accessory dwelling unit code

Park City has another way for homeowners to add mother-in-law apartments to their properties. The addition was prompted by state legislation. The change is in response to Senate Bill 284, a 2026 law requiring municipalities to allow detached dwelling units on lots where single-family homes are already permitted.

via kpcw.orgPark CityOctober 2, 2026

Park City Chamber awards $150,000 for local sustainability projects

The Park City Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau has awarded $150,000 to 17 local sustainability projects. The grants are part of the chamber's long-term tourism stewardship plan. Sustainable Tourism Director Morgan Mingle said the grants allow local organizations to carry out projects the chamber could not do on its own.

via kpcw.orgPark CityOctober 2, 2026

Utah judges impose vastly different sentences for similar crimes, audit finds

In northern Utah, defendants are three times as likely to be locked up than those in southeastern Utah. From 2017 to 2025, a defendant sentenced in the 7th District — covering Carbon, Emery, Grand and San Juan Counties — was sent to prison or jail 24% of the time for a third-degree felony, auditors found.

via kpcw.orgPark CityOctober 2, 2026

Utah among 40 states to settle with auto loan company accused of predatory lending

Dozens of Utahns are set to have their debt cancelled and get a check in the mail after a national auto loan company agreed to settle claims that it exploited borrowers with low credit scores. Utah and 39 other states reached the roughly $700 million settlement earlier this month with the Michigan-based Credit Acceptance Corporation.

via kpcw.orgPark CityOctober 2, 2026

Meet Park City freeskier Zoe Atkin - Park Record

A family’s passion Zoe’s dad, Mike, is British, while her mom, Winnie, is Chinese and Malaysian. She was born in Newton, Massachusetts, just outside of Boston. Mike and Winnie picked up skiing when they moved to the United States, and the family would all ski together in Maine when Zoe and Izzy were kids.

via Park RecordPark CityOctober 2, 2026

PCHS Writes continues partnership with The Park Record

As Park City High School clubs start to get on the ground, The Park Record is planning on continuing its partnership with PCHS Writes. PCHS Writes is an interactive club that focuses on building creativity in high school students through writing.

via Park RecordPark CityOctober 2, 2026

Malena Stevens approaches clerk’s election with experience, passion for local government

Malena Stevens spent 15 years serving the Summit County community through her work with the Park City Police Department, Snyderville Basin Planning Commission and Summit County Council. Now, she hopes voters see the value of her track record and government experience as she campaigns to become Summit County’s next clerk, a position she’s held for the past six months.

via Park RecordPark CityOctober 2, 2026

Summit County Health Department to host free drive-thru vaccine clinics

The clinics will offer flu and COVID-19 vaccines to anyone, regardless of insurance status. No appointment is necessary, and residents can stay in their vehicles while they receive their vaccines.

via Park RecordPark CityOctober 2, 2026

Park City tops Highland 4-1 in 4A girls soccer

Park City beat Highland (Salt Lake City) 4-1 in 4A girls soccer on Thursday, Oct. 1, according to the Utah High School Activities Association (UHSAA) scoreboard.

Park CityOctober 1, 2026

Park City tops Cottonwood 3-0 in 4A girls volleyball

Park City beat Cottonwood 3-0 in 4A girls volleyball on Thursday, Oct. 1, according to the Utah High School Activities Association (UHSAA) scoreboard.

Park CityOctober 1, 2026

Hunting deer in Utah? Visit a check station to get deer tested for chronic wasting disease - Park Record

The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources is again asking hunters to bring harvested deer to stations across Utah during this fall’s hunts so division biologists can test the animals for chronic wasting disease. Chronic wasting disease is a transmissible disease that affects the nervous systems of deer, elk and moose.

via Park RecordPark CityOctober 1, 2026

Accident holds up traffic on S.R. 224 at corner of Holiday Ranch Loop

No injuries have been reported. One lane remains open southbound, and officers are on scene directing both northbound and southbound traffic. UDOT has been notified and is responding to repair the damaged traffic signal. The cause of the accident was unknown.

via Park RecordPark CityOctober 1, 2026

Little Boo Halloween Event Scheduled for Hyde Park City Office

Hyde Park will host the Little Boo event at the Hyde Park City Office. The event is designed as a fun, not-so-spooky Halloween adventure for young children.

Hyde ParkOctober 1, 2026

Former Rep. Trevor Lee Faces Felony Fraud and Forgery Charges

Former Utah State Representative Trevor Lee faces four felony charges of fraud and forgery following an investigation into his efforts to obtain a $1 million home loan. Lee, who resigned his House seat after the charges were filed, is scheduled to appear in court on Oct. 28.

Salt Lake CountyOctober 1, 2026

Wasatch Back fire season winds down, pile burning ramps up

Crews plan to burn slash piles in the Uinta Mountains and areas above Park City this fall. “You already see land managers taking advantage of that,” Alpine Forestry co-owner David Telian told KPCW. ”He and others in the industry say burning piles of limbs and overgrowth in the forest helps fight fires before they start.

via kpcw.orgPark CityOctober 1, 2026

Park City Peace House sees increased need for services

Peace House says more survivors are seeking emergency shelter and the domestic violence cases it sees are becoming more severe. The nonprofit also marks Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

via kpcw.orgPark CityOctober 1, 2026

Chabad of Utah County target of vandalism during Jewish holiday

Visit Advertiser websiteGO TO PAGEThe incident in Lehi comes weeks after someone knocked out the Star of David and several letters on the sign outside Temple Har Shalom in Park City. Police have yet to make any arrests connected to the act of vandalism.

via Fox 13Park CityOctober 1, 2026

Swaner EcoCenter Interns Complete 2026 Summer Conservation Season

The 2026 conservation and outreach interns at Swaner Preserve and EcoCenter have completed their summer season. According to a September 30 report, the interns engaged in various habitat management and wildlife monitoring tasks across the 1,200-acre preserve.

BeaverOctober 1, 2026

Utah's Mule Deer Return to Residential Areas as Weather Cools

According to a September 30 report by Utah State University, mule deer are returning to valley and residential areas as weather cools. The Rocky Mountain mule deer subspecies is highly adapted to Utah's diverse landscapes and is currently one of the state's most recognizable large mammals.

Park CityOctober 1, 2026

Park City MARC Announces Limited Lap Pool Hours for October 2

Park City Recreation has announced updated lap pool hours for the Municipal Athletic Recreation Center. Additionally, the facility is accepting requests for party and meeting room reservations.

Park CityOctober 1, 2026

Vail Resorts targets 2027-28 for long-contested Park City Mountain lift upgrades - TownLift, Park City News

A separate court challenge to the city’s approval remains pending. PARK CITY, Utah — Vail Resorts announced Monday that it plans to move forward with two long-contested chairlift replacements at Park City Mountain for the 2027-28 ski season, part of a broader round of investments at the resort.

via townlift.comPark CityOctober 1, 2026

Outbound Park City opens reservations ahead of 2027 debut

5-acre hotel that was formerly The Double Tree by Hilton Hotel Park City — The Yarrow. The first available date for a room is April 1, 2027. Park City is an exciting opportunity for us to bring the Outbound experience to one of the country's most iconic four-season mountain destinations, said Matthew Mering, president at Waterton and co-founder of Outbound Hotels.

via Park RecordPark CityOctober 1, 2026

Procession escorting fallen hero back home reflects community's values - Park Record

On Tuesday afternoon, Nina Pacchia and her husband, Ryan Cutter, a helicopter pilot who died fighting the Dome Fire outside of Yosemite National Park, were finally reunited. Cutter's remains were flown into the Heber Valley Airport and welcomed by his family and a group of his peers.

via Park RecordPark CitySeptember 30, 2026

Park City may add bus service to Quinn’s Junction this winter

Park City councilmembers will discuss options Thursday, Oct. 1, to expand transit to Quinn’s Junction this winter. Two proposals add a new bus line. Park City wants to expand bus service to the Quinn’s Junction area this winter to make transit more accessible.

via kpcw.orgPark CitySeptember 30, 2026

UDOT crews to reinstall Park City Marsac roundabout divider

A repaving project on Park City’s Marsac Avenue is nearly complete but drivers will still see road closures and delays around Summit County. “Adjusting utilities and other work tasks will be conducted at night,” he told KPCW Sept. ” Crews will also reinstall the concrete divider in the Marsac roundabout.

via kpcw.orgPark CitySeptember 30, 2026

Oasis Management close to becoming Vail Resorts insider

An activist investor has boosted its ownership in Vail Resorts for a second time since announcing a proxy fight. The hedge fund is close to becoming an insider.

via kpcw.orgPark CitySeptember 30, 2026

Procession honors Park City man killed fighting Dome Wildfire

40 near the Mayflower exit and Jordanelle overpass. People also gathered at the Summit Park exit near the Park City Fire District flag along the westbound I-80 off-ramp.

via KUTVPark CitySeptember 30, 2026

Two years into the program, here’s how Utah Fits All recipients spent their checks

“Wasteful and extravagant” spending riddled Utah’s multimillion-dollar school voucher program when it debuted two years ago, a recent state audit found. Now, the spending report is in for the 2025-26 school year. Private schools received bulk of the funds Utah Fits All funds can only go to either private school students or kids in homeschool.

via kpcw.orgPark CitySeptember 30, 2026

New Park City class of Sages and Seekers begins Oct. 20

A partnership between Live Like Sam, a nonprofit focused on youth mental wellness, and the Park City Senior Center is looking for teens and older adults to participate in an eight-week program beginning Oct. 20.

via kpcw.orgPark CitySeptember 30, 2026

Glenwood Cemetery Tribute brings stories of former Park City pioneers to life

Credit: Photo courtesy of Park City Museum On Saturday, the Glenwood Cemetery Tribute will highlight stories of life and death during Park City's historical mining days. Local legends like Blanche Fletcher, who was born, raised and died in Park City from 1888 to 1982, come to life through well-researched stories, which fit this year's theme: We Have Seen It All!

via Park RecordPark CitySeptember 30, 2026

Cocktail recipes meet stories at Summit County Library's Sips N Stories - Park Record

The club, which meets via Zoom, pairs a book with a cocktail and mocktail recipe every month. Shaylee Newland, former branch manager of the Kimball Junction Branch Library, pitched the idea to Dan Compton, director of Summit County Library.

via Park RecordPark CitySeptember 30, 2026

Park City’s slopes are filled with remnants of its mining past. A new route brings that history to life.

A new, free app from the Friends of Ski Mountain Mining History connects many of the 15 mining structures the group has restored in Park City and several other mining artifacts via narrated hiking or biking tours. 5 to 10 miles.

via Salt Lake TribunePark CitySeptember 30, 2026

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