Springville City issued an access map for Springville High School students, faculty, and residents to assist with upcoming school starts. The map outlines primary routes and specific road closures affecting local travel.
Alta overcame an early deficit to defeat Springville in a sloppy high school football season opener. The victory marks the beginning of the 2026 season for both programs.
Skyline and Spanish Fork secured team titles at the Payson Night Hunt hosted by Payson High School. The Spanish Fork boys won their title with a score of 58, while the Skyline girls took the girls team title with a score of 32.
A sports roundup published August 19 detailed various high school baseball and volleyball results across Utah. The report covered 1A South baseball matchups and several non-region volleyball games.
Nebo School District is promoting a theme centered on connection and empathy as the new school year begins. Superintendent Rick Nielsen discussed the meaning of being "that friend" in schools and communities.
Zion National Park introduced an all-terrain wheelchair, enhancing trail access for visitors. Extreme Motus, based in Payson, provided the wheelchair through a nonprofit donation. national park to own such accessibility equipment. {#Extreme Motus Zion}The chair that the park has available for visitors to use is the Extreme Motus all-terrain wheelchair, based out of Payson.
Construction is now underway on the Class A development, which will deliver nearly 265,000 square feet across two buildings. The buildings will include approximately 79,465 square feet of office space, 52 dock-high doors, 12 grade-level doors, and 268 parking spaces.
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).
QBs Attending Class Ohio State wins AP Top 25 battle for No. 1 ranking. Here’s how I voted in preseason poll Ohio State is the preseason No. 1 in the AP poll for the first time since 2015 and the ninth time ever after finishing ranked No. 5 last season.
A new wildfire has sparked in Sevier County. According to the Fishlake National Forest Facebook page, firefighters are responding to the Rock Canyon 2 Fire, which started Aug. 22 on the face of Cove Mountain, east of Annabella, on the Fishlake National Forest, Richfield Ranger District.
Southern Utah's live music scene is flourishing, and the St. George News crew is having a blast highlighting local musicians. So, gather around for another session of Paper Jams.
The Harley Fire has grown to just under 200 acres in northern Utah, forcing evacuations and causing power outages. The human-caused fire ignited Friday, spreading to 199 acres by Saturday morning, according to officials with Utah Fire Info.
The U.S. Secret Service has released several news updates regarding various enforcement actions and legal outcomes. These include operations against skimming devices, convictions for fraud, and sentences for threats against officials.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers intercepted four pounds of methamphetamine hydrochloride at Washington Dulles International Airport. The drugs were being mailed from Utah County, Utah, to Paris.
