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Sharlene art show at dew drop gallery

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!

Jaren Jackson Jr. to miss 6-8 weeks with torn MCL

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.

Hazardous materials teams monitor homes following active gas leak

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.

Eagles Sweep Truckee Meadows to Strengthen Scenic West Standing

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.

No. 17 Utah State Eastern Wins 21-0 to Secure No. 4 Seed

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.

StatewideOctober 27, 2026

McAfee Accused of Being "Charmin Soft" Over University of Utah Visit

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."

StatewideOctober 27, 2026

Ashlee Harrison Appointed President and Chief Operating Officer of Huntsman Cancer Foundation

Ashlee Harrison, MPA, will serve as President and Chief Operating Officer of Huntsman Cancer Foundation.

StatewideOctober 27, 2026

Interview: Senator Mike Lee Discusses American Affordability And Jobs Act, More

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.

via Basin NowStatewideOctober 27, 2026

Olympus Junior High Named FOX 13 Cool School of the Week

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.

StatewideOctober 27, 2026

AP Week 9 Rankings Show Shifts for BYU and Texas Tech

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.

StatewideOctober 27, 2026

Flood Warning in Effect for San Juan River through Tuesday Noon

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.

StatewideOctober 27, 2026

FBLA Power Lunch at SHS

On Thursday, October 22, Springville High’s FBLA (Future Business Leaders of America) invited Utah ...

StatewideOctober 27, 2026

Markkanen and Jackson Jr. Exit Early with Injuries in Jazz Loss

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.

StatewideSalt Lake CityOctober 27, 2026

Rich wins 19th state title over St. Joseph in 1A finals

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.

StatewideOctober 27, 2026

Advocates Highlight Study Showing Utah's .05 BAC Law Reduces Crashes

A statement released October 27, 2026, by Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety highlights a study from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety regarding Utah's .05 percent BAC law. The data indicates that lowering the legal blood alcohol concentration limit has significantly reduced alcohol-related crashes in the state.

StatewideOriginally published October 27, 2026

The Justice Department can't demand private voter info from Utah, judge rules

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.

via Utah Public RadioStatewideOctober 27, 2026

Cincinnati Scheduled to Host No. 6 Utah on Halloween

The University of Cincinnati Bearcats are scheduled to host No. 6 Utah on Halloween. The matchup follows a recent victory over No. 8 Texas Tech, which marked the program's highest-ranked home win since 2006.

StatewideOriginally published October 27, 2026

October Precipitation Reaches 4.1 Inches With Limited Snowpack

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.

StatewideOctober 27, 2026

Utah Remains Undefeated as BYU Falls in Double-Overtime Thriller

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.

StatewideOctober 27, 2026

Texas Rises While BYU and Texas Tech Fall in AP Poll

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.

StatewideOctober 27, 2026

ESPN and Utah issue apologies after McAfee's GameDay frustrations

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.

StatewideOctober 27, 2026

Grizzlies Defeat Jazz After Markkanen and Jackson Jr. Exit With Injuries

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.

StatewideSalt Lake CityOctober 27, 2026

Utah Tech secures first Big Sky win over Cal Poly amid turnovers

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.

StatewideOctober 27, 2026

Utah Tech Secures First Big Sky Victory in 43-26 Win at Cal Poly

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.

StatewideOctober 27, 2026

Utah Royals and Sportsish Celebrate Women in Sports at Gameday for the Girls

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.

StatewideOctober 27, 2026

Intermountain Health Breaks Ground on New Nevada Children's Hospital

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.

StatewideOctober 27, 2026

Lauri Markkanen Leaves Jazz Game With Right Wrist Injury

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.

StatewideOctober 27, 2026

Bluff Businesses Begin Cleanup After San Juan River Flooding

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.

StatewideOctober 27, 2026

Elder Gilbert dedicates Cody Wyoming Temple, his first since becoming an Apostle

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.

via thechurchnews.comStatewideOctober 27, 2026

Utah Couple Admits Helping a Suspected Illegal Alien Escape ICE Custody; Sentenced to Imprisonment

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.

StatewideOctober 27, 2026

Gorillaz @ Delta Center 10.20.2026

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.

via SLUG MagazineStatewideOctober 26, 2026

Discord Is Becoming Music’s New Front Row

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.

via SLUG MagazineStatewideOctober 26, 2026

Citizen Portal Uses AI to Make Local Government Easier to Follow

Citizen Portal uses AI to make government meetings searchable and support local news. At UVU, Paul Allen and Thomas Dyches outlined tools for residents, publishers and businesses following public decisions.

via TechBuzz NewsStatewideOctober 26, 2026

CFTC and National Basketball Association Sign MOU to Protect Integrity in Professional Basketball | CFTC

Release Number 9314-26 CFTC and National Basketball Association Sign MOU to Protect Integrity in Professional Basketball October 26, 2026 WASHINGTON — The Commodity Futures Trading Commission and the National Basketball Association today…

StatewideOctober 26, 2026

Weber State Guard Alvin Jackson III Sidelined for Season with ACL Injury

Weber State men's basketball faces a significant setback following a season-ending injury to junior guard Alvin Jackson III, just days before the team's regular-season opener against Oregon State. The loss leaves the Wildcats as one of the youngest teams in Division I as they enter the Kaleb Canales era.

StatewideOgdenOriginally published October 26, 2026

Album Review: Pigimichi — Old Quarters

Old Quarters was produced in a relatively turbulent time. Most of the sessions occurred during the pandemic with David Aguila behind the console and Collin Davis mixing.

via SLUG MagazineStatewideOctober 26, 2026

Woman Rescued by Helicopter After Slip Near Mount Timpanogos Summit

A woman who slipped near the summit of Mount Timpanogos was rescued by helicopter following a difficult trek through the Pleasant Grove Ranger District. The rescue highlights the ongoing hazards of the high-elevation alpine environment near Emerald Lake.

StatewideOctober 26, 2026

E-Bike Rider Hospitalized in Critical Condition After Two-Vehicle Crash

An e-bike rider remains in critical condition following a two-vehicle crash, highlighting ongoing safety concerns regarding electric micro-mobility devices in Utah. State officials continue to emphasize mandatory helmet laws and age-based restrictions to mitigate rising trauma rates.

StatewideSalt Lake CityOctober 26, 2026

Utah Farmers Face Renewable Energy Hurdles Under New USDA Rules

UTAH — A new federal rule could make it harder for Utah farmers to finance projects related to clean energy. The regulations require farmers to complete projects and document a year of energy savings before applying for funding.

via The InsiderStatewideOctober 26, 2026
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