In an August 6 statement, the San Juan County Commission expressed support for the recent down-sizing of the Bears Ears National Monument. The commission noted the action is consistent with the Antiquities Act of 1906.
Tue, 08/11/2026 - 3:45pm admin 1 / 1Bagpipe master Johnny Miner will transport you across the Atlantic to the Scottish Highlands at the Blanding Arts and Events Center on August 22. Courtesy photo Bagpipe master Johnny Miner will transport you across the Atlantic to the Scottish Highlands at the Blanding Arts and Events Center on August 22.
Energy Fuels' White Mesa Mill expansion designed to enhance domestic rare earth supply chain now controlled by ChinaJohn RogersAugust 9, 20263 min readShareEnergy Fuels has begun an expansion of its White Mesa uranium mill near Blanding that will give it the capability of producing critical heavy rare earth oxides, currently available almost entirely from China. (Courtesy Energy Fuels Inc.)
Tue, 07/28/2026 - 1:33pm admin 1 / 2Members of the San Juan Rodeo Royalty pose for a photo from left to right is Rodeo Queen picture is Brinkley Knight Rodeo Queen, Jade Hoggard Princess third attendant, Janaley Johnson princess first attendant, Austyn Monson princess, Paisley Monson princess second attendant, Lucy black queen attendant. Not pictured this week are Miss San Juan Madison Adair and attendant Samantha McDonald.
Blanding Elementary School officially opened with a community ribbon-cutting and tour on August 3. The new facility replaces a 1955 building and features specialized spaces for various grade levels and learning needs.
For many years the nearest towns with hospitals or medical facilities were either Moab or Cortez 80 miles away. To learn those skills, she traveled from Mexico to Salt Lake City where she remained for six months receiving instruction in midwife training.
“Tonight as we gather beneath these wide-open skies for the Blue Mountain Youth Rodeo, we’re reminded that there is something special about small-town America. In places like San Juan County, our roots run deep, our neighbors know each other by name, and traditions aren’t just remembered—they’re lived.
Utah is facing a historic wildfire season that has already seen record-breaking destruction of forested and wooded areas. Recent developments include the evacuation of state inmates from Millard County and extreme fire behavior from the Widemouth 2 Fire near Fillmore.
The Utah Department of Corrections evacuated 40 state inmates from the Millard County Jail on Sunday night due to the Widemouth 2 Fire. This marks the second time in a month that a wildfire has prompted the department to relocate inmates from a county jail as a precaution.
A wildfire threatening more than 1,000 homes in Fillmore has forced the mandatory evacuation of the Millard County Public Safety building and the relocation of 40 state inmates. The Widemouth 2 Fire, which remains uncontained, has prompted the Utah Department of Corrections to move inmates from the Millard County Jail to the Utah State Correctional Facility as a precaution.
Centennial Parents/Guardians, Please note the following weekly announcements. 1. Beginning-of-Year NWEA Testing Beginning-of-Year NWEA testing begins today, Monday, August 24. August 24–28: Students will complete NWEA Math and Science assessments. August 31–September 11: NWEA Reading assessments and make-up testing will take place. 2. Safety Drill – Today, August 24 We will conduct a school safety drill today, Monday, August 24. During the drill, students and staff will practice our evacuation
Senator Curtis is working with Utah transportation leaders to develop policies addressing the state's rapid growth and affordable housing needs. This initiative follows years of local efforts in Lehi to manage population density and transit-oriented development.
But with a wife and a widowed mother to help support, he needed a quick solution. "I can't afford to be out of the workforce for four years. The condensed programs have exploded in popularity. "This is not innovation. But those programs maintained the same course load, measured as credits.
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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.
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.
America’s Small Business Development Center Utah is hosting a workshop and listening session regarding tax implications of COVID-19 relief funding. The event features information from the IRS on various business tax topics.
The San Juan County Economic Development and Visitor Services Office is seeking new members for two advisory boards. Vacancies exist on both the County Economic Development Board and the Tourism Tax Advisory Board.
San Juan County is mourning the loss of two influential figures, Charlie DeLorme and Cindy Tumeh, who were instrumental in establishing the region as an international tourist destination. Both individuals are recognized for their significant contributions to the local tourism industry and the development of Bluff.
Two San Juan County businesses in Bluff have been awarded Shop in Utah grants from the Governor’s Office of Economic Development. The funding aims to stimulate consumer spending by matching COVID-19 related losses up to $50,000 for recipients who offer customer incentives.
