The Dixie Sunbowl in downtown St. George has undergone a renovation to transform the historic landmark into a modern community venue. The project was funded through a voter-approved bond, Washington County contributions, and RAP Tax funds.
Utah has experienced a historic apartment boom since the Great Recession, adding nearly 100,000 rental units statewide. Washington and Iron counties have participated heavily in that expansion. Washington County now has nearly 22,000 renter-occupied units, making it Utah’s fifth-largest rental market.
The St. George Planning Commission has scheduled a meeting for September 8, 2026, to discuss several agenda items including zone changes and conditional use permits.
SunTran announced changes to its route operations to improve reliability and scheduling. The changes include transitioning to continuous routes where buses remain on a single designated route for their entire shift.
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ST. GEORGE, Utah (ABC4) — Two men have been arrested and charged with several crimes after multiple fake IDs and bank cards were found in a vehicle that had been involved in a fiery crash.
Grand County never ceases to be a hot spot for folks trying to get away from the city and Labor Day weekend is no exception. According to Grand County Commissioner Brian Martinez, the newly debuted shuttle would be able to take visitors to several popular spots across Arches National Park.
An Ivins man arrested in May after reportedly creating and distributing sexually suggestive images of a woman using artificial intelligence appeared in a St. George courtroom Wednesday for sentencing.
BYU football begins its 2026 season with a home opener against Utah Tech on Sept. 5, following a highly successful 2025 campaign that included an 11-1 record and a Big 12 Championship appearance. The Cougars' schedule features high-profile matchups against Notre Dame and Utah, while the roster features returning All-Conference talent such as LJ Martin and Bear Bachmeier.
As of September 4, 2026, electricity service in Washington County has stabilized, with all 35,478 tracked customers currently receiving power. This follows a period of instability caused by a regional transformer issue that previously forced local officials to issue energy conservation alerts.
A power outage in Washington County has disrupted services for thousands, prompting officials to issue alerts and request energy conservation. This follows a previous large-scale outage in March 2024 caused by a regional transformer issue.
High housing prices are squeezing Utahns, and residents who say “not in my backyard” to affordable housing development can get in the way of solutions. A new St. George project, however, shows one way it can be done.
The 17th annual Warbird Fly-In is on Friday and Saturday, Oct. 2 and 3, at the Western Sky Aviation Warbird Museum by the St. George Regional Airport. org/events.
Halloween celebrations came a bit early, even for Utah, at a St. The bats were eventually contained to two rooms, with one escaping and being captured by an officer with the St. George Police Department. It's not known whether the bats discovered inside the school were tested for rabies.
The renovated iconic historic Dixie Sunbowl is complete, and its future will bring more than rodeos to the heart of downtown St. George. The renovation took $11.
Southern Utah University has released specific chemical safety protocols for handling lithium aluminum hydride and anhydrous aluminum chloride. Both substances require specialized emergency procedures due to their violent reactions with water and their ability to release hazardous gases.
A St. George man is in the hospital after contracting West Nile virus, which his wife told St. George News she believes may have come from a mosquito bite near their home in the Stone Cliff area of St. George.
A St. George woman is urging people to take precautions against mosquito bites after her husband developed a rare neuroinvasive form of West Nile virus that she says nearly cost him his life.
After more than a year away, Christensen’s is reopening its St. George doors Wednesday, Sept. 2, bringing back a familiar Southern Utah name with a new department and a story that goes far beyond a store renovation.
In collaboration with the city of St. George, Utah Tech University and the University Orchestra present the 13th annual Concert Under the Stars. The concert takes place in the Town Square, which is a magical setting for this performance.
GEORGE, Utah (ABC4) — After a water main break caused some pretty serious road damage on George Washington Blvd. in St. George, the road remains closed as crews work to repair it. According to David Cordero, Communications and Marketing Director for the city of St.
St. George-based financial services firms Family Wealth Management and Nuwealth Advisors provide specialized wealth management and investment advisory services. Family Wealth Management operates as part of the Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network, while Nuwealth Advisors manages approximately $31.5 million in regulatory assets for 260 clients.
ICE immigration arrests in southwest Utah have increased sixfold under the Trump administration, according to a report published August 29. Data indicates that arrests in St. George reached over one hundred in May, more than double the average seen during the first 15 months of the second Trump term.
A new surge of monsoonal moisture is expected to bring showers and thunderstorms to Utah starting Sunday, September 6, potentially bringing risks of flash flooding. This weather pattern follows a period of extreme drought and significant wildfire activity across the state, including the Cottonwood and Babylon fires.
(St. George, UT) — A flood watch remains in place for major portions of southern and eastern Utah until 9 o'clock tonight. The National Weather Service says St. George, Brian Head, Circleville, Hurricane, Green River and many other cities are included.
Kensley Holmes was driving alone inside a side-by-side vehicle on Thursday, Aug. 20, when she struck a tree. After being discovered, Kensley was transported to one hospital, and then to St. George Hospital, where she underwent brain surgery and, according to the family, had half her skull removed to relieve pressure on her brain.
The St. George Museum of Art is recruiting volunteers and docents to lead tours and assist with community outreach. This recruitment follows the recent appointment of Meagan Evans as Manager and Curator and comes amid a season of diverse solo exhibitions.
Iron County officials are preparing to discuss a new ordinance that would shift the oversight of large industrial projects, such as data centers, from a conditional-use permit process to a legislative zoning process. The proposed Strategic Development Zone would grant county commissioners more discretion in approving projects based on their community benefit.
Registration was opened for an arts summit held at St. George City Hall featuring speakers, breakout sessions, and an awards ceremony.
Simeon Gail Calnimptewa, 19, pleaded guilty to aggravated murder and aggravated assault on June 9, 2026, regarding a 2024 fatal shooting in Washington City. The plea concludes a legal process involving the death of 30-year-old Bransen Bryels-Nechanicky during a home invasion.
Alexa Morgan is a writer for St. George News who covers local music, community events, and regional developments.
The St. George Dinosaur Discovery Site at Johnson Farm appoints Mindy Plumlee as Executive Director as active bone bed excavations continue to reveal prehistoric secrets.
The St. George City Council has scheduled a work meeting for Sept. 3, 2026. The meeting will address property use, EMS taxes, and various reports.
Police are actively searching for a suspect in the area of 600 West and Dixie Drive. They are asking the public to be on the lookout for a white male who is 5 feet and 10 inches tall. They are wearing a long-sleeved grey shirt, black pants, and dark shoes.
Sharetopics: Washington County Power outage PacifiCorp Rocky Mountain Power St. George Transformer Tripped breaker Triple-digit heat ST. Bryen Dial, director of energy services for St. George and Dixie Power attributed the outage to an issue involving a Pacifi Corp regional transformer.
SANPETE COUNTY, Utah (ABC4) — Police are responding to an 'active incident' in the area of 600 W and Dixie Drive. According to the St. George Police Department, they are actively searching for a white mall in the area. The individual is approximately 5'10", wearing a long sleeve grey shirt, black pants, and dark shoes.
The St. George Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on September 8, 2026, to consider a zoning change for the Sullivan Commercial project. The proposal involves rezoning approximately 8.48 acres from agricultural to planned development commercial use.
St. George Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on September 8, 2026, regarding a zoning change request for Strap Tank Restaurant & Brewery. The hearing will consider rezoning approximately 1.68 acres from General Commercial to Planned Development Commercial.
A public notice for a St. George City Council work meeting was posted to the city's website. The meeting agenda includes discussions on property use, EMS tax, and various reports.
