The St. George Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on September 22, 2026, to discuss a planned development amendment for a Les Schwab Tire Center. The proposal involves amending the Lin's Market River Road PD-C zone to allow for a new 8,208 square foot shop.
The St. George Planning Commission scheduled a public hearing for September 22, 2026, to consider a planned development amendment for The Plastics Clinic. The proposal involves a professional and medical office building located near Mall Drive and 2780 E.
The St. George Planning Commission scheduled a public hearing for September 22, 2026, to discuss a planned development amendment for Ledges St George. The proposed amendment involves reallocating unit counts within the 1,108-acre project area located on the west and east sides of Highway 18.
The St. George Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on September 22, 2026, to discuss a planned development amendment for the Rusty Cliffs South area. The proposed changes include reducing the number of homes on the 49-acre property.
Carol Ann Wakefield died peacefully on the evening of August 31, 2026, at Intermountain Health St. George Regional Hospital, with her husband and five of her seven children at her side. She was 83. She was born on Valentine’s Day, 1943, in Mobile, Alabama, the second of Fred and Marion Davis’s four daughters.
George city officials said the main pipeline to the city’s wastewater treatment plant is deteriorating and is within 5% of capacity. (Photo: St. George) Share topics: St. George, Wastewater pipeline, Wastewater treatment, Pipeline expansion, $40 million, Capacity, Impact fees, Construction phases, ST.
This week’s Southern Utah Weekend Events Guide features the Home Expo, 3hattrio, Heritage Days, theater productions, art, comedy shows, markets, local live music, and more. If you would like to add an upcoming event, you can add one here, or if you need to cancel or edit a previously submitted event, you can do so here.
Homeowners across Washington County and beyond are invited to get a head start on the home improvement projects they want to complete before the holiday season at the St. George Home Expo, taking place September 11–13, 2026, at the Dixie Convention Center.
HORRORFEST INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL: FILMS FROM AROUND THE WORLD, SPECIAL GUESTS, RETRO SCREENINGS, AN AWARDS CEREMONY, AND MORE! Never After Dark image courtesy of Magnolia Pictures From September 16th to 19th, horror fans will discover that hauntings are reel as the Horror Fest International Film Festival returns to The Electric Theater.
After a busy summer keeping audiences cool and entertained, St. George's premier improv comedy troupe, So U, is ready to bring laughter into the autumn season. Performing with the much-welcomed comfort of air conditioning, the talented group specializes in completely unscripted, spontaneous theater.
That familiar feeling when a scene is so inspiring that it energizes the soul is set to return at the Escalante Canyons Art Festival, running September 18–27, 2026, near the Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument. Whether attendees are visual artists, writers, or musicians, the festival offers numerous opportunities to hone creative skills and celebrate the rugged landscape.
Dixie Days, presented by Tech Ridge, is gearing up for a weeklong celebration packed with community fun, September 14–20, 2026. The week brings the community together to celebrate local heritage, creativity, and hometown spirit.
Location: Red Cliffs Desert Reserve near Harrisburg Junction, about six miles northeast of St. George.. Difficulty: Generally easy with long stretches of loose deep sand, some rocky stretches, and a few places where tall dry falls must be avoided by circling around them.
The St. George Lions Dixie Roundup Rodeo is an annual event held at the Historic Sunbowl in St. George, Utah. The event features professional rodeo approved by the Professional Rodeo Cowboy’s Association.
The St. George Planning Commission met on August 25, 2026, to discuss zoning changes and conditional use permits. During the meeting, the commission voted unanimously to recommend two items to the City Council.
Intermountain Health caregivers can now respond more quickly when patients need urgent care thanks to the opening of a new Intermountain Health Flight & Ambulance Services base at Intermountain St. George Regional Hospital.
St. George is preparing for the annual Dixie Days celebration, a weeklong event scheduled for Sept. 14-20. Presented by Tech Ridge, the celebration includes various community activities, festivals, and local traditions.
A new Intermountain Health Flight & Ambulance Services base has opened at Intermountain St. George Regional Hospital. The facility is designed to reduce response times and improve patient care by centralizing operations near the hospital's helipad and Emergency Department.
Washington County is considering up to $50 million in bonds backed by tourism sales taxes to go toward the St. George Regional Airport expansion project. (Photo: St. George Regional Airport) Share topics: St. George Airport Washington County Airport Expansion Bond Measure Tourism Sales Taxes Public Hearing Major Airlines Dixie Convention CenterST.
The Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Southwest Utah (UUFSU) has named Dr. Robert "Rob" Kramer as the recipient of its annual "Uni Award," recognizing his outstanding commitment to community building and lifelong education in southern Utah.
A St. George man is facing five first-degree felony charges following an investigation into the sexual abuse of a child. Rhett David Taylor remains in custody without bail following a court hearing.
As the 25th anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center approaches, the city of St. George is preparing a special event to commemorate the lives lost.
An Ivins man found in possession of child sexual abuse material has been sentenced to more than five years in federal prison following a sentencing hearing in U.S. District Court in St. George.
A nonprofit and volunteer fair was scheduled for Monday, Sept. 28, at Utah Tech University. The event, a collaboration between JustServe, the St. George Area Chamber of Commerce, and Utah Tech, aimed to connect community members and students with over 40 local organizations.
The St. George Museum of Art announced two new solo exhibitions featuring artists Ben Steele and Aziza Abdieva. The exhibitions were scheduled to run from September 5 through December 23, 2026.
The City of St. George is hosting a grand reopening for the Dixie Sunbowl following significant renovations. The event aims to celebrate the modernized downtown landmark while preserving its historical heritage.
A notice on the St. George city website describes the Dixie Days Dash, a pioneer-themed race event. The event includes 2K and 4K races held on the parade route to celebrate the history of St. George.
The Dixie Days Carnival was scheduled to take place at Town Square according to a notice on the St. George city website.
(Sponsored) Homeowners across Washington County and Southern Utah are invited to kickstart their next home improvement project at the St. George Home Expo, happening Friday through Sunday, Sept. 11-13, at the Dixie Convention Center.
A high-speed pursuit ended Monday night with a California man dangling from an overpass bridge in St. George before he was rescued by emergency responders and taken into custody by police.
SunTran has introduced a new public transit route, the Zion Route, which connects St. George to Zion National Park. The service aims to offer an affordable travel option while reducing traffic congestion.
The St. George City Council approved two ordinances on Sept. 3, 2026, regarding zone amendments and city code changes.
George Washington Blvd Bridge Construction Project Overview The George Washington Bridge Project will construct a new bridge connecting George Washington Blvd to Crosby Way.
The City of St. George announced a public hearing to discuss the 2025 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report. This report summarizes the city's use of federal Community Development Block Grant funds.
The City of St. George scheduled a public meeting for October 1, 2026, to discuss the 2025 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER). This report details the city's use of federal Community Development Block Grant funds.
BYU quarterback Bear Bachmeier spoke to local reporters for the first time in more than a month on Tuesday, addressing last Saturday’s 17-10 win over TCU and looking ahead to Friday’s Big 12 showdown with Iowa State. Cougars on the air Iowa State (3-2, 1-1) at No.
State wildlife biologists found live adult zebra mussels below Westwater Recreation Area last month, which were confirmed by lab testing on Wednesday, according to the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources. Zebra mussels, much like quagga mussels that have been found before in Utah, are invasive and clog pipes and infrastructure, which can potentially cause millions in damage.
BYU basketball fans gathered at the Marriott Center on Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2026, for the annual Marriott Madness event. The festivities featured fan games, musical performances, and player introductions for both the men's and women's teams.
In an undated notice from Alpine School District, officials explained how School Community Councils direct millions of dollars in Trust Lands revenue to local classrooms. This funding, which does not require additional taxpayer money, is managed through the Learning And Nurturing Development program to address specific school needs.
Timpanogos Elementary students concluded a series of Hispanic Heritage Month visits from international representatives with Fernando Pérez, Consul General of El Salvador in Utah. Speaking in Spanish, Pérez introduced students to El Salvador’s culture, traditions and national symbols, inviting them to compare what they knew about the Central American country with their own experiences. He began by asking students about their favorite foods, the weather and familiar American traditions, incl
