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No. 8 BYU to Host Iowa State on Oct. 9
No. 8 BYU is scheduled to host Iowa State at LaVell Edwards Stadium on Friday, Oct. 9. The game is scheduled for an 8:15 p.m. MT kickoff and will be televised live on ESPN.
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Utah Faces Unseasonable Warmth and Tuesday Storm Risks
Utah is experiencing unseasonably warm temperatures today, Monday, Oct. 5, 2026, with highs expected to run roughly 10 degrees above average. A storm system is forecasted to bring isolated showers and thunderstorms to the higher terrain on Tuesday, followed by a return to mild conditions mid-week and cooler, wetter weather by the weekend.
Merkley, Curtis Lead New Bipartisan Bill to Honor Fallen Wildland Firefighters - Merkley
Washington, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Jeff Merkley (D-OR) and John Curtis (R-UT) announced the introduction of the Honoring Fallen Wildland Firefighters Act. This groundbreaking legislation would expand death benefits of fallen firefighters to match the up to $100,000 provided to fallen members of the military, a significant change from the maximum death benefit of $10,000
Utah State to host Washington State in first Pac-12 home game Oct. 10
Utah State will host Washington State on Friday, Oct. 10, in its first-ever Pac-12 home game. The matchup marks the first conference meeting between the two programs.
Player Safety Reviews Will Cuylle's Hit on Dylan Guenther
Player Safety is reviewing a hit by Will Cuylle on Dylan Guenther during the Rangers' 4-2 victory over Utah. The incident occurred during the game, prompting frustration from the Utah bench.
Alpine School District Students Join Statewide Read-a-Thon on October 2
Alpine School District students participated in a statewide Read-a-Thon on October 2, 2026, joining more than 275,000 Utahns in a literacy initiative. The event included activities at the State Capitol and various district schools to encourage reading habits.
Utah Transit Authority Suspended Fares for Three Days in September 2026
The Utah Transit Authority (UTA) implemented a three-day fare suspension from September 18 to September 20, 2026. This initiative was part of a larger system upgrade involving the implementation of a new FrontRunner safety system.
Jazz Notes Recaps Utah Jazz Preseason Opener and Welcomes Hudson Butcher
In an October 5 podcast episode of Jazz Notes, Ben Anderson and Chandler Holt recapped the Utah Jazz preseason opener and welcomed Jazz superfan Hudson Butcher to the show.
No. 12 Utah to Host Kansas in White Out Matchup
The No. 12 Utah Utes will host the Kansas Jayhawks at Rice-Eccles Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 10, in a Big 12 matchup featuring a White Out theme. Utah enters the contest with a 4-0 record, seeking to maintain momentum following a 31-17 victory over Iowa State.
Utah surges to top of Big 12 power rankings
Utah has climbed to the top of the Big 12 football power rankings in a report published October 6, 2026. The report by Darnell Dickson highlights the performance of the league's 16 teams as the season progresses.
Falcon football tops Knights in last-second Region 3 thriller
Free Press The Skyridge defense absolutely bent but refused to break. Facing a ferocious final-quarter onslaught, the Falcons dug in their cleats and made the ultimate stand to slam the door on a spirited Lone Peak rally, securing a down-to-the-wire 27-24 victory in an instant-classic rivalry showdown.
Clark Planetarium to Host Two Pink Floyd Themed Shows
Clark Planetarium is offering two different experiences featuring Pink Floyd's album The Dark Side of the Moon. These shows include a weekend laser experience and a special 42-minute commemorative immersive show.
Mozingo Scores Late Equalizer for Utah Royals in 1-1 Draw
Utah Royals FC secured a dramatic 1-1 draw against Racing Louisville FC on Oct. 3, 2026, thanks to a last-minute equalizer by Brecken Mozingo. The result marks Utah's first tie since May 30 and the first time Louisville has failed to win in their series history.
UVU Cross Country Sweeps SUU Color Country Invitational
Utah Valley University achieved a dual victory at the SUU Color Country Invitational on Oct. 3, 2026, with both the men's and women's cross country teams securing first place. The women's team earned its sixth consecutive title, while the men's team secured its third straight win at the event.
Colloquy on Ukraine
United States Senate Floor Colloquy on Ukraine Senators John Curtis (R-UT), Thom Tillis (R-NC), and Alan Armstrong (R-OK) September 30, 2026 Senator Tillis: Mr.
Antelope Island State Park celebrates expanded visitor center grand opening
Antelope Island State Park hosted a grand opening on October 2, 2026, for its newly expanded visitor center. The facility expansion aims to provide a better experience for the park's approximately one million annual visitors.
Lindon Storm Swim Team Offers Recreational Competitive Swimming
The Lindon Storm Swim Team provides a recreational competitive swimming program designed to build skills and confidence. The program features various skill levels and scheduled practice sessions throughout the summer.
Jennelle Zajac Interviews Parowan City Council Candidates
In an effort to provide voter information, Jennelle Zajac conducted interviews with City Council candidates in Parowan. The interviews addressed common questions for candidates following a primary election event hosted by the Parowan Chamber of Commerce.
'The water is over the wall': Springdale homeowner speaks after floodwater devastates basement
SPRINGDALE, Utah (ABC4) — A flash flood warning was issued for Zion National Park, Springdale, and many other areas throughout Utah on Monday. Not only did the rains bring floods within Zion National Park, but the water also affected homes outside of Zion in the Springdale community as well.
Officials warn of dangers as floodwaters rush through Zion National Park, Springdale
ZION NATIONAL PARK, Utah (ABC4) — Flash flooding is already happening across Zion National Park on Monday after heavy rain moved through the area. Approximately two inches of rain has fallen with flooding reported along the Virgin River.
Zion National Park flooding captured on video shows widespread damage
Roads and popular trails were closed throughout Zion National Park on Monday as flooding caused by heavy downpours created hazardous conditions. With all of Zion and nearby Springdale under a Flash Flood Warning for most of the day, all slot canyons in the park, including The Narrows, were shut off to visitors due to rising water.
Springdale Town Council sets public hearing for Sept. 9
The Springdale Town Council will hold a public hearing on September 9, 2026, to discuss the FY 2026-27 Town of Springdale Budget. The hearing is scheduled at the Canyon Community Center, with public comments invited. The notice complies with Utah State Code sections 10-20-205 or 10-5-108.
Notice of Public Hearing - 9/9/2026 Town Council Meeting
118 Lion Blvd PO Box 187 Springdale UT 84767 435-772-3434NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGThe Springdale Town Council will hold a public hearing as described below. The hearing
