“I slowly stepped on the scale. Like a deer in the headlights, I held perfectly still. Richard’s eyes moved up and down my body … surveying me as if I were a side of beef.”
An anonymous donor gifted a wheelchair-accessible van to a Utah family with three sons living with muscular dystrophy. This gift provides essential mobility for the children, who require specialized care and equipment to manage their neuromuscular conditions.
An explainer of the Washington County Drug Task Force, its role within the St. George Police Department's investigations division, and its collaborative efforts with regional organizations.
(Sponsored) Stout Roofing has grown from a small, family-founded roofing company into a multigenerational business with about 200 employees, and its new St. George headquarters is giving the Southern Utah company room to keep building.
In the heart of Little Valley is one of St. George's hidden gems, with historic farm equipment, desert willows in full pink-and-white bloom and rescued animals that seem to enjoy a bit of love from visiting Southern Utahns.
A community debate in St. George addressed the impacts of rapid growth in Washington County, focusing on housing affordability and development transparency. Speakers highlighted concerns regarding the displacement of local families and the need for better monitoring of regional development.
A St. George family has been in the ICU today for what they call the most frightening time of their lives. (Photo: Nea Boii) Comment on this story 0 Comment Share story Share topics: Open-heart surgery Sepsis Medical expenses GoFundMe ICU Blood clot Cardiac arrest Limb loss CEDAR CITY, Utah (KUTV) — A St.
Beky Beaton / Lehi Free Press The Lehi High School girls tennis team captured first place in the Diadem Panther Slam tournament hosted by Pine View High School in St. George on Sept. 11-12. Salem Hills finished second and Hurricane was third in a field of eight teams.
The City of St. George announced the third annual Dixie Days Dash 2K/4K, a heritage-themed race held in downtown St. George. The event features a course through the heart of downtown that follows the route of the Lions Dixie Roundup Parade.
Southern Utah Bureau Reporting from the St. George area focused on local government, public lands and the environment, indigenous issues and faith and spirituality. Utah national parks have a $350M maintenance backlog. With small budgets and exploding visitation, parks often can’t afford to tackle everything it takes to maintain their roads, trails and other infrastructure.
A September 17 report from St. George News highlights upcoming developments in the St. George area. These include new dining options and changes to local venues.
Pride of Southern Utah hosts its annual Pride in the Park community festival at JC Snow Park, featuring live performances, local vendors, and a celebration of belonging. Cole, the Executive Director of Pride of Southern Utah, noted that while the region is incredibly beautiful, it can also feel isolating for some LGBTQ+ residents.
Desert Hills High School's boys golf team secured its second consecutive Region 9 victory at Green Spring Golf Course. The Thunder defeated Dixie High School by a single stroke to claim the top spot.
Cedar Music Store and Studio has unveiled its newly expanded facility, offering local musicians more instruments, gear, and instructional opportunities than ever before. Owners Derrek and Leslie Adams, who originally took over the business in 2019, decided it was time to grow in order to better meet the needs of Southern Utah's thriving creative community.
The Red Rock Film Festival is celebrating its twentieth anniversary from September 23 through September 26, 2026, at the Performing Arts Center in St. George. The four-day event showcases independent films from Utah and around the world, featuring productions by local creators as well as Oscar- and Emmy-recognized filmmakers.
A woman in serious condition was flown to St. George Regional Hospital after she was ejected from a vehicle during a rollover crash on Interstate 15 in Mesquite, Nevada.
KEY TAKEAWAYS Two new stainless steel slides are open at St. "That was extremely fast going down, but this will be fun. The slides are positioned at the top of the St. The total project cost approximately $575,000 and was funded through a voter-approved RAP tax dedicated specifically to recreation, arts and parks.
Various aircraft that span nearly a century of history will be on display, and some available for flights, at the 17th Annual Warbird Fly-In at the St. George Regional Airport.
The City of St. George scheduled a public hearing for October 1, 2026, to discuss the 2025 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER). The report provides a summary of the city's use of federal Community Development Block Grant funds.
The new slides at St. George City Hall are officially open, drawing families to a downtown park that city officials envisioned as the final piece of the new municipal campus.
(Sponsored) The St. George Marathon is the city of St. George’s signature annual event, taking place on the first Saturday of October. Since its first race in 1977, it has welcomed thousands of runners from all over the United States…
REDO Co-Founder and CEO Sterling Snow is scheduled to speak at Utah Tech University's Elkington Founder Speaker Series on Sept. 29. The presentation will take place in the Zion Room on the Utah Tech campus.
The Southern Utah Heritage Choir has announced its 2026–2027 concert season, which features performances at both the St. George Tabernacle and the America First Performing Arts Center.
The St. George City Council scheduled a public hearing for October 1, 2026, to discuss a proposed emergency services sales and use tax. The tax would fund emergency medical services, fire protection, and related operational costs.
A report published September 14 provided a daily video news update covering recent events in southern Utah.
Long before Brazilian jiu-jitsu had a permanent home in Southern Utah, the mats had to travel there first, packed into a Ford Explorer and unloaded for small groups of students in St. George.
Southern Utah drivers are feeling another squeeze at the pump as gasoline prices climb across Utah, with the average price in St. George topping $4.80 a gallon Monday.
Enterprise High School freshman Daryn Mccoy received a $500 savings account on Sept. 15, 2026, after being named a regional winner in Zions Bank’s Pays for A’s program. Mccoy was selected from more than 1,800 entries across Idaho and Utah.
Cedar High School's girls soccer team defeated Dixie 3-0 on September 15 at Walt Brooks Stadium. Other Region 9 action included Desert Hills upsetting Crimson Cliffs and Hurricane defeating Dixie.
The inaugural Utah Youth Sports Giving Day was launched on Sept. 12 at The Ballpark at America First Square. The campaign seeks to raise $3 million for youth sports nonprofits across the state.
Utah Tech University held a ribbon cutting and concert on Aug. 28 to open the renovated and expanded America First Performing Arts Center to the community. The project was made possible through partnerships involving America First Credit Union, the Utah State Legislature, and Washington County.
The University of Utah football team dominated its season opener with a 66-14 victory over Idaho on Sept. 3, 2026. The win follows a fall camp that prepared the roster for the Big 12 Conference schedule, which includes upcoming matchups against Arkansas and Utah State.
Store owners at Legacy Media Digital in St. George have made their VHS collection (and VCRs) available for the public to rent for a unique and nostalgic experience.
The St. George Housing Authority has scheduled a board meeting for September 15, 2026. The meeting will address the 2026-2027 budget and various housing reports.
Southern Utah Bureau Reporting from the St. George area focused on local government, public lands and the environment, indigenous issues and faith and spirituality. Will Mother Nature (and El Niño) make up for last year’s lousy Utah winter?
Alysha Lundgren has contributed various photographic works to St. George News, documenting subjects ranging from wildlife to local landscapes.
Store owners at Legacy Media Digital in St. George have made their VHS collection (and VCRs) available for the public to rent. Owner McKay Murdock is pictured with his daughter, Haylee Murdock. (Arianne Brown) 2 photos KEY TAKEAWAYS Legacy Digital Media in St.
The Lady Dino tennis squad participated in the Panther Slam Tournament at Pine View High School in St. George over the weekend. The First day was all match play, with Carbon facing Lehi, Hurricane, and Manti; the Dinos went 1-2. The final day featured head-to-head competition, and while the Lady Dinos won some matches, they finished seventh out of eight teams.
The Stage Door presents the Tony Award-winning musical Dear Evan Hansen, running September 24 through October 10. Featuring a book by Steven Levenson and a score by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul, the acclaimed show explores connection, belonging, and youth mental health.
The sixteenth annual Carmel Mountain Car Show is returning to Mt. Carmel Junction from September 25 through September 26, 2026, offering car lovers and families a weekend of classic chrome and community celebration.
