Bear sightings are increasing in Utah County, including a recent sighting near 50 N 1400 E in Springville. Local authorities are advising residents to secure garbage and pet food to prevent human-bear conflicts.
The Utah Department of Transportation, in partnership with BETA Technologies and 47G, conducted a flight demonstration of the all-electric ALIA CX300 aircraft on Oct. 7, 2026. This flight is part of the uFLY initiative, a multi-state program designed to integrate advanced aviation technologies into Utah's transportation infrastructure.
The Utah County Warming Center will open Nov. The Utah County Warming Center is operated by Community Action Services and Food Bank, under the direction of the county's Winter Task Force. The warming center is located at the Utah County Public Works Warehouse, 2615 S.
Lane closures will begin as early as 7 p.m.  SALT LAKE CITY (Oct. 7, 2026) — The Utah Department of Transportation is encouraging drivers to plan ahead for nightly lane closures on northbound Interstate 15 in Utah County.  Beginning Wednesday, Oct. 7, and continuing each night except Friday through the morning of Monday, Oct. 12, […]
Patrons of the Utah County Bookmobile were treated to a special guest on Monday, Aug. 31st, when First Lady Abby Cox joined the mobile library for stops in Genola and Goshen. Her visit highlighted the launch of the Utah Reads literacy campaign, which strives to inspire a love of reading and improve literacy rates among youth across the state through ...
Utah County faces projected deficits of $18.7 million in 2025 and $25.1 million in 2026 as rising service costs outpace property tax growth. Officials say increased spending on public safety and criminal justice, driven by inflation and population growth, necessitates a property tax increase to protect rainy-day reserves.
The Mayor of Provo is speaking out about domestic violence in Utah County, as the only domestic violence shelter in the area breaks ground on a new, larger facility in an effort to meet the growing demand for their services. In the past year, Judkins said the Refuge Shelter had to turn away 774 women and children because there wasn't enough room.
The Utah Department of Transportation has announced several upcoming traffic disruptions across the Wasatch Front, including lane closures on I-15 and I-84 and extended ramp closures in Salt Lake County. These projects involve interchange improvements in Farmington, bridge replacements in Weber Canyon, and significant repaving and bridge work on I-215.
The Utah County Board of Commissioners held a public meeting on July 8, 2026, to address various administrative, legal, and community service matters. The session included discussions on interlocal cooperation agreements, contract amendments, and property tax protests.
The Utah County warming center is scheduled to reopen on Nov. 1 for its third season to help reduce homelessness. County officials noted a 15.4% annual reduction in the local homeless population, which they attribute in part to the center's impact.
The Utah County Tourism Tax Advisory Board was scheduled to meet on Oct. 5, 2026, to discuss funding requests and approve previous meeting minutes.
The Mapleton City Council is scheduled to meet on Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026, for both a work session and a regular meeting. The agenda includes discussions on shipping container regulations and several resolutions regarding city projects and finances.
Students from Willowcreek Middle School and Lakeridge Junior High represented the Alpine School District at the Utah State Capitol for the state's inaugural statewide Read-a-Thon on Friday, Oct. 2. The event involved more than 275,000 participants reading in various locations across the state.
Maple Mountain High School is hosting the Nebo Fall Service Challenge from September 23 through October 23. Participants who log their volunteer hours have a chance to win tickets to a Utah Jazz game on November 11.
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Visit Advertiser websiteGO TO PAGEThe incident in Lehi comes weeks after someone knocked out the Star of David and several letters on the sign outside Temple Har Shalom in Park City. Police have yet to make any arrests connected to the act of vandalism.
Mo' Bettahs Hawaiian Style Food opened its 36th Utah restaurant on Sept. 25 at 10969 N Town Center in Highland. The fast-casual chain's new location offers dine-in, takeout, and catering options.
LEHI, Utah (ABC4) — The Chabad Office in Utah County, which provides Jewish education and outreach programs, was reportedly vandalized over the past weekend. According to the Chabad of Utah County, the Lehi City Police Department responded to an alarm at their new office this past Sunday.
Highland City is offering a free two-part American Mah Jongg 101 beginner series on Monday evenings throughout September and October. The program features two session options with each group limited to 20 learners on a first-come, first-served basis.
The Children’s Center Utah celebrated the grand opening of the Kahlert Children’s Mental Health Center in Lehi on Oct. 1, marking its first location outside of Salt Lake County. The new facility provides specialized mental health services for children from birth through age six and is located on the Intermountain Primary Children’s Hospital campus.
Laney Hansen Sam Cannon of 3HiveTodd Simmons “I've always wanted to be in a band, but I am not musically inclined,” says Todd Simmons of 3Hive music collective. “I’ve always wanted to do radio,” he adds. 9 FM—Provo’s first independent radio station, which launched on Sept.
A North Tooele Fire District firefighter was taken into custody following an investigation into multiple child sex abuse material cybertips. Jay Ronin Hill, 26, of Pleasant Grove, was booked into the Utah County Jail on one count of second-degree felony sexual exploitation of a minor.
Utah County officials plan to put hundreds of new signs up around Utah Lake. The project is supposed to make the lake easier to navigate and safer for visitors.
The Utah Department of Transportation has launched the Construction Training Program to promote workforce excellence and quality construction. The multiyear curriculum is designed for UDOT employees and industry partners to learn skills for safe and efficient project execution.
Rancho Market has opened a new store in American Fork, Utah, as part of its 20th anniversary year of expansion. The new location aims to serve Hispanic and multicultural communities in Utah County.
Timpanogos Regional Hospital has received a three-star rating from The Society of Thoracic Surgeons for its cardiac bypass surgery outcomes. The rating represents the highest category of quality for isolated coronary artery bypass grafting procedures.
A man convicted in a 1985 capital murder case is to be released after more than four decades on Utah's death row. A Utah County judge ruled that Douglas Carter could be released on bail as he awaits a potential retrial for the 1985 murder of Eva Olesen.
The Utah Department of Transportation is partnering with the Utah Airport Operators Association to host the Fly Utah Passport Program. This initiative invites participants to explore the state's aviation history, landmarks, and airports through various challenges.
The Utah County Board of Health will meet on September 28, 2026, to discuss various health regulations and department updates. The meeting is scheduled to take place at 4:00 p.m. at the Provo office location.
The Utah County Board of Equalization held a public meeting to review various reports and classification changes for the 2026 tax year.
A 19-year-old hiker was killed and several others were injured following a lightning strike on Mount Timpanogos. The incident, which occurred during a period of high trail usage, has highlighted the inherent dangers of the high-elevation alpine environment.
A vacancy has been announced for the North Utah County Water Conservancy District Board of Trustees. The vacancy is for an expired term representing the Utah County Commission.
The Board of Equalization of Utah County scheduled a public meeting for September 23, 2026. The meeting was slated to take place at the Utah County Administration Building in Provo.
News - SEP 23 WED, 2026 | 11AMSeptember 24, 2026 Utah County Career Service Council Public MeetingSeptember 23, 2026 Release: 11:00 AMPUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE UTAH COUNTY CAREER SERVICE COUNCIL WILL HOLD A PUBLIC MEETING IN…
Postal Service employee has been federally indicted after prosecutors say he discarded mail that included about 300 ballots intended for Eagle Mountain voters. MORE: US Postal worker accused of throwing away around 300 ballots in recent Utah election “We thought it was time for them to come,” said Joseph Noall, an Eagle Mountain resident.
Doug Smith Subaru provided financial support to Park View Elementary through classroom grants and STEM program funding. The dealership has partnered with the school for six consecutive years.
A 19-year-old man died after being struck by lightning while seeking shelter in a metal structure on Mount Timpanogos in Utah County. The incident occurred during an electric storm on Friday morning, injuring nine other hikers.
A Utah postal worker has been indicted for allegedly throwing away 300 mail-in ballots ahead of Utah’s June primary election. Earlier this month, Utah County Clerk Aaron Davidson said that there were reports from over 300 registered voters who never received their ballots ahead of June’s primary election.
