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Sigurd Town Council to hold special meeting Oct. 12
The Sigurd Town Council is scheduled to hold a special meeting on Oct. 12, 2026, to discuss employment concerns. The meeting will take place at 595 N State St in Sigurd.
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Sigurd mail fight continues: Residents want local mail option back
Residents in the small Sevier County town of Sigurd say they’re still fighting to bring local mail service back to their community, six years after their post office closed. Sigurd’s postmaster retired in 2020, and residents have since had to make the more-than-10-mile drive to Richfield to pick up their mail.
Some central Utah residents drive miles for their mail
Some residents in small Central Utah communities say getting their mail means driving miles to another town. Mindi Johnson grew up in Sigurd and her mom still lives there. She works next to the Richfield Post Office. Yeah, it's difficult, Johnson said about the situation for her 71-year-old mom.
Sigurd Planning Commission to hold meeting September 9
The Sigurd Planning Commission has a meeting scheduled for Wednesday, September 9, 2026. The meeting will be held at Town Hall and includes an agenda featuring annexation and subdivision ordinances.
Strengthening El Niño Likely to Persist Through Early 2027
A strengthening El Niño is expected to persist through early 2027, with meteorologists forecasting a high probability of a historic event. This climate pattern may influence precipitation and temperature across the Western United States, including Southern Utah.
Mike Kennedy, Jonny Larsen spar over gas prices and Iran in Utah 4th District debate
Republican Rep. Mike Kennedy stood by President Trump’s conflict in the Middle East as Marine veteran Jonny Larsen assailed the war as illegal and criticized Congress for not reining the administration in.
Why are women overrepresented on Utah’s statewide school banned books list?
“It is an overrepresentation that is not reflected in publishing statistics,” said Megan Van Deventer, associate professor of English at Weber State University. Of the authors on the list, Sarah J. Maas leads with seven titles and Ellen Hopkins has six.
Southern Utah Braces for Flooding and High Winds from Tropical Storm Rachel Remnants
Southern Utah faces potential flooding and high winds as the remnants of Tropical Storm Rachel are expected to bring heavy rainfall and thunderstorms to the region starting Sunday. Forecasters warn of rising water levels in streams and slot canyons between Saturday and Monday.
Zion National Park to reopen Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway this Friday
Zion National Park will reopen visitor access on the Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway on Friday, following a closure caused by a large rockfall in late September.
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Bruins Cruise Past Mammoth 6-1 as Pastrnak Scores Twice
The Utah Mammoth suffered a 6-1 defeat against the Boston Bruins on Oct. 8, 2026, at TD Garden, dropping their season record to 3-2-0. David Pastrnak led the Bruins with two power-play goals and two assists, while Utah's Jack McBain scored a lone goal for the Mammoth.
Pastrnak records four points in Bruins 6-1 win over Mammoth
The Boston Bruins defeated the Utah Mammoth 6-1 at TD Garden on Thursday, October 9, 2026. Bruins captain David Pastrnak recorded four points during the victory, while Morgan Geekie contributed a goal and two assists.
Utah Mammoth Fall 6-1 to Boston Bruins on October 8
The Utah Mammoth suffered a 6-1 loss against the Boston Bruins on October 8, 2026. This defeat brings the Mammoth's season record to 3-2-0.
‘His combination of athleticism and physicality are special’: Offensive lineman Kelvin Obot making early impact for Utes
This article was first published in the Ute Insiders newsletter. Sign up to receive the newsletter in your inbox each Wednesday night. Five-star Utah offensive tackle Kelvin Obot is in a very unique situation in his first collegiate season.
As AI races forward, Utah researchers work to keep humans in control
Artificial intelligence is developing at a breakneck pace, and some former employees of the world's leading AI companies are warning that the technology is not being developed with enough attention to safety. Mattson said he can't speak for the companies that produce AI models and systems.
Mike Kennedy and Jonny Larsen disagree on Iran war and gas prices in Utah's 4th District debate
Two of the candidates for Utah's new 4th Congressional District disagreed over policy solutions on issues like the cost of healthcare, housing affordability, data centers and gas prices at a debate Thursday night. Rep.
The Utah Mammoth are human after all
Thursday’s 6-1 loss for Utah, which came on the two-year anniversary of the team’s inaugural game, marked its third blunder in three visits to Beantown. A glass-half-full analysis would point out that the impact of a five-goal loss is no different in the standings than a one-goal loss.
Pastrnak scores 2 goals, adds 2 assists in the Bruins' 6-1 rout of the Mammoth
Matthew Poitras, Casey Mittelstadt, Mason Lohrei and Morgan Geekie also scored for the Bruins, who led 3-0 after one period and 6-0 after two. Pastrnak scored his first goal with 5:38 left in the first period on a power-play wrist shot, assisted by Frederic Brunet and Geekie.
Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway to reopen after large rockfall
ZION NATIONAL PARK (ABC4) — Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway is set to reopen on October 9 after a large rockfall. On September 30, a large rock formation collapsed on part of the Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway, damaging the road and blocking travel. Due to this, the park partially closed the highway so that crews could effectively respond.
With depleted running backs room, can Bachmeier expand and elevate Cougars attack?
This article was first published in the Cougar Insiders newsletter Tuesday. Sign up to receive the newsletter in your inbox each week. Will that happen? It could, but the sloppy, close game at TCU could save them. BYU made enough mistakes and had enough execution problems on offense to make this week a hard-knocks lesson on the whiteboards.
Tropical moisture brings heavy rain and flooding threat to Utah this weekend
The eyes of much of the nation are on Hurricane Isaias which is forecast to make landfall on the gulf coast early this weekend. A strong fall storm over the Pacific Northwest is forecast to drop southward into California on Sunday.
WATCH: 4th Congressional District Debate with Mike Kennedy and Jonny Larsen
Republican Mike Kennedy and Democrat Jonny Larsen. This will be the first general election since Utah adopted its new congressional map. House of Representatives. Join Utah Public Radio for the 2nd Congressional District debate Tuesday, Oct.
Utah-based Crumbl sees dozens of store closures, CEO takes blame
During a presentation to franchisees last month, CEO Jason McGowan said things had been "painful" and admitted that "I'm the CEO and the buck stops with me. While the cookie maker still has more than 1,000 locations, 57 stores have closed this year, and at least 55 franchises are up for sale.
LJ Martin's injury poses stiff challenge to No. 8 BYU's offense as Cougars host Iowa State
An injury to LJ Martin changes everything for No. Martin is expected to be sidelined for four to six weeks after suffering a lower-body injury against TCU. Visit Advertiser websiteGO TO PAGEMartin's absence is a significant blow to BYU's offense.
Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway Faces Construction and Parking Fullness
The Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway (SR-9) is experiencing ongoing construction and traffic updates, including fiber optic installation and parking availability alerts. UDOT reports occasional one-way traffic and delays due to construction projects in the Zion National Park area.
Robin Goomes Wins Third Consecutive Red Bull Rampage Women's Title
Robin Goomes secured a historic third consecutive victory at the 2026 Red Bull Rampage women's finals. She achieved this feat by scoring a 93.5 on her second run, narrowly defeating Hannah Bergemann.
Parents not notified of Viewmont High counselor's arrest for enticing a minor
“I’m absolutely shocked,” said Raquel Swain, the mother of a student at Viewmont, who revealed her son, a former student, had Keddington as a counselor. District spokesman Chris Williams said anyone with additional information about Keddington, who was placed on leave, should contact police.
Foundation honors those making a lasting impact on students’ lives
Kaysville Mayor Tami Tran accepts the President's Award at the Davis Technical College Foundation Life-Changer luncheon. Tran is also running for a Utah State Senate seat in November. (Becky Ginos/Davis Journal) KAYSVILLE—When Torri Fonger was 15 she experienced a difficult healthcare situation that inspired her to become a nurse.
Mother arrested for suspected child abuse, accused of serving 13-year-old son spoiled meat
GEORGE, Utah (ABC4) — A southern Utah mother has been arrested after her 13-year-old son ran away from home and claimed she was serving him spoiled meat. Erika Leyva Gutierrez, 38, has been arrested on suspicion of aggravated child abuse (first-deree felony).
Uranium, National Monuments and Utah’s Atomic Legacy
The high desert of deep greens, reds, tans and towering sandstone holds some of the most spectacular landscapes in the country and thousands of years of ancient — along with present-day — human history. But these lands also hold another history: Utah’s role in the nation’s atomic age.
Aldous Harding @ the Commonwealth Room 09.22.2026
Across from Harding was the crowd — quiet enough to hear any personal conversation, yet none to be heard. Photo: Ethan Clewell. 2026 By Ethan Clewell October 8, 2026 Concert The bassline comes in, followed by the shaker and the harp coming together while Aldous Harding sings.
Rare tropical leftovers are forecast to bring the rain to Utah this weekend
Published October 8, 2026 at 5:01 PM MDT Set KUER as preferred source National Weather Service The weather hazards outlook issued by the National Weather Service, Oct. 8, 2026, calls for high winds and heavy rain in Arizona, Utah and parts of the West.
Porter Small earns Big Sky honors after breakout performance for Weber State
Weber State defensive end Porter Small earned Big Sky Conference defensive player of the week honors following a standout performance in a two-overtime victory against Cal Poly. The sophomore's breakout performance comes as the Wildcats work to improve their defensive consistency throughout the season.
Notice of Intent – IFFP, IFA Public Safety Impact Fees
Notice of Intent to Commence the Preparation of Amending its Impact Fee Facilities Plan and Impact Fee Analysis for Springville Public Safety Springville City, Utah   Pursuant to the provisions of 11-36a-501 and 503 of the Utah Code, notice is hereby provided that Springville City, a municipality of the State of Utah, located in Utah […]
Two sheriffs indicted on obstruction charges related to Kouri Richins murder case
Two sheriffs have been indicted by a grand jury on felony obstruction charges in relation to the Kouri Richins murder case. Share story Share topics: Kouri Richins Obstruction Sheriffs Indictment Grand jury Murder case Wasatch County Summit County PARK CITY, Utah (KUTV) — Two sheriffs have been indicted by a grand jury on felony obstruction charges in relation to the Kouri Richins murder case.
A 'wish list' for Ryan Smith
A common theme: more food, more music, and more gathering spaces. "I love going out to eat," one downtown resident said. "Others pointed to the city's entertainment scene and said additional live music venues could help energize downtown even further.
Zion National Park highway set to reopen after rockfall
A major roadway through Zion National Park is set to fully reopen more than a week after access was severely restricted following a large rockfall. The National Park Service said the Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway will reopen Friday, allowing visitors to resume travel through the park's eastern areas.
No. 17 Utah State Soccer to Host Washington State and Play Boise State
No. 17 Utah State women's soccer will host Washington State on Oct. 8 before traveling to face Boise State on Oct. 11. The Aggies enter the week with a 9-2-2 record and a 2-0-0 mark in Pac-12 play.
Flu season arriving early in Utah; health experts urge vaccination
Speaking from Intermountain Medical Center, Dr. "We are having the number of cases now that we had starting in November last year," Sheffield said. "Health experts recommend several steps to reduce the risk of infection, including frequent handwashing, avoiding contact with sick individuals and staying home when ill.
Utah weather: Warm with sunshine through Friday, but tropical moisture surges in this weekend
Happy Thursday, Utah! High pressure remains in place across the region through Friday, bringing well-above-average temperatures and lots of sunshine to the area. Tropical moisture and a cold front will bring periods of heavy rain and cooler conditions later this weekend.