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Vernon Planning and Zoning Commission to meet Oct. 27

The Vernon Planning and Zoning Commission is scheduled to hold a regular monthly meeting on Oct. 27, 2026. The meeting will include a discussion regarding a site plan and build permit approval for Will Durant.

2026 FREES Summit to Address Equid Management in Boise

The Free-Roaming Equid and Ecosystem Sustainability Network will host its 2026 Summit in Boise, Idaho, to discuss management trade-offs. The event will focus on the ecological, economic, and ethical dimensions of managing free-roaming equids.

Vernon Town Council to Hold Monthly Meeting Sept. 30

The Vernon Town Council has scheduled its regular monthly meeting for Sept. 30, 2026. The meeting will take place at the Vernon Fire Station and includes an agenda featuring fee reviews and official swearing-in proceedings.

Live coverage: Follow along as BYU faces UCF

The Deseret News is providing live coverage of Saturday’s game between BYU and UCF. Check back for updates throughout the game. How to watch the game BYU’s matchup with UCF will be broadcast on FOX and can be streamed on the Fox Sports website or app.

Severe flooding triggers evacuations, rescues in Colorado and New Mexico

Hundreds of people lost power and were told to evacuate in the Four Corners area, emergency crews staged overnight rescues, and roads and bridges remained closed Saturday because of severe flooding in Colorado and New Mexico. Authorities expected more rain Saturday in the region where the borders of Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico and Utah meet.

via Fox 13StatewideOctober 24, 2026

Royals Clinch First NWSL Playoff Spot with Shutout Win

The Utah Royals clinched their first-ever NWSL playoff appearance following a 0-0 draw against the Seattle Reign on Friday night. A 14,149-person crowd at America First Field witnessed a dominant defensive performance that secured the postseason spot.

StatewideOctober 24, 2026

Seven hospitalized following two-vehicle crash, HVFR says

The Hurricane Valley Fire & Rescue shared to social media on Saturday that a collision involving two vehicles sent seven individuals to the hospital. One of those individuals refused transport to the hospital, and two were transported with serious injuries.

via Fox 13StatewideOctober 24, 2026

Charity Golf Event Raises $1 Million for Utah Literacy

A charity golf event known as The Readers Cup raised $1 million to support literacy initiatives for Utah children. The funds will benefit the Literacy Match program and the Tony Finau Foundation Literacy Center to help students reach reading proficiency goals.

StatewideOctober 24, 2026

'We intend to appeal' DOJ says after judge tosses lawsuit against Henderson

The U.S. Department of Justice confirmed to FOX 13 News it plans to appeal a federal judge's ruling dismissing a lawsuit against Lt. Governor Deidre Henderson that was seeking sensitive information on Utah voters. "We intend to appeal," the agency said in a statement to FOX 13 News on Saturday.

via Fox 13StatewideOctober 24, 2026

Sense of community makes Olympus Junior High a 'Cool School'

From LEGO coding and performing arts to intramural sports and school-wide traditions, Olympus Junior High is giving students plenty of ways to explore their interests and build connections, which is why they are FOX 13 News' Cool School of the Week. “Coming together as a community, all of us coming together and performing amazing feats makes us a really cool school,” student Grayson Hamer said.

via Fox 13StatewideOctober 24, 2026

8 people injured in crash in Hurricane

Posted - Oct. Joe R. Wirthlin JrKSL Eight people were injured in a two-vehicle crash in Hurricane early Saturday. Seven individuals were taken to the hospital, two of them in serious condition.

via KSLStatewideOctober 24, 2026

High School Football America Provides Live Utah Playoff Scores for 2026

High School Football America is providing live coverage of Utah high school football playoff scores for the 2026 post season. The platform offers up-to-the-minute scoreboard updates through its HSFA Scorestream service.

StatewideOctober 24, 2026

Prep Sports Roundup: 10/24

Volleyball 2A Quarterfinal Loss Bracket @ UVU No. 4 Enterprise 2 No. 8 South Sevier 1 No. 7 South Summit 2 No. 6 Rowland Hall 0 2A Consolation Bracket @ UVU No. 12 Kanab 2 No. 17 Beaver 0 No. 14 Gunnison Valley 2 No.

via Mid-Utah RadioStatewideOctober 24, 2026

Sights and sounds from ‘College GameDay’ ahead of Utah-Houston showdown

‘College GameDay’ made its second appearance in the Beehive State less than 50 miles north from where it took place a week ago, this time at the University of Utah. It was the seventh time ESPN’s show came to the Utes campus as fans camped out in the cold to show off their passion and enthusiasm for their team.

via Deseret NewsStatewideOctober 24, 2026

Halloween candy sales off to a slow start amid high prices, affordability concerns

Halloween candy sales fell 6.7% in the month ending Oct. 17 compared to the same period last year, according to NielsenIQ, a market research firm. Nielsen also noted an 11.7% decline in candy sales in mid-September, erasing the preseason gains that Halloween candy enjoyed the previous two years.

via KJZZStatewideOctober 24, 2026

Flood Watch in Effect for Southeast Utah Through Sunday Morning

A flood watch is in effect for several areas in Utah and Colorado through Sunday morning. Excessive rainfall may cause flooding in rivers, creeks, and low-lying locations.

StatewideOctober 24, 2026

San Juan River running high in southeastern Utah after heavy rain in Four Corners region

The San Juan River is running high and fast in southeastern Utah following days of heavy rainfall across the Four Corners region, prompting warnings from the Navajo Police Department. Video shared by Navajo Police on Friday, Oct. 23, shows elevated water levels along the San Juan River near Mexican Hat, Utah, as of 5:30 p.m.

via KUTVStatewideOctober 24, 2026

Eli McCann: Yesterday's trick-or-treating. Today's horror story.

Eli McCann: When parents let their kids roam at night, knocking on strangers’ doors? It was called Halloween. Such loosey-goosey parenting sounds downright frightening today and might prompt a welfare check. (Bob McCann) Eli McCann at age 6 with his older and younger sisters — all dressed up for Halloween as Crayola crayons.

via Salt Lake TribuneStatewideOctober 24, 2026

Former Utah county employee charged with falsely saying she had a doctorate to keep her higher pay

A former longtime Cache County employee has been charged with felony communications fraud. Utah County prosecutors say Terryl Warner, who worked as the director of Cache County Victim Services, falsified her credentials to avoid a pay reduction.

via Salt Lake TribuneStatewideOctober 24, 2026

Defense attorneys in Charlie Kirk's killing could need several years to prepare

PROVO, Utah (AP) — Defense attorneys for the man accused of assassinating conservative activist Charlie Kirk are suggesting a 2029 trial date because they say it could take them that long to prepare their case. Attorneys for Kirk's widow, Erika Kirk, said Thursday that the defense's proposed schedule was "absurd" and defendant Tyler Robinson was simply trying to delay.

via KUTVStatewideOctober 24, 2026

Stewart Elementary Announces Ribbon Week and Halloween Parade Details

Jennie P Stewart Elementary announced several upcoming events and school activities in a report published October 23, 2026. The school is celebrating Ribbon Week and has various deadlines and volunteer opportunities for parents and community members.

StatewideOctober 24, 2026

USU has installed cameras in its basketball arena for sports betting. Does that violate Utah’s anti-gambling law?

Twelve new cameras now inside Utah State University’s basketball arena have a very specific aim: To capture live game data that will be sold directly to sportsbooks. It’s part of a new initiative under the realigned Pac-12, which USU joined this year.

via Salt Lake TribuneStatewideOctober 24, 2026

They had just finished $80K in flood repairs. Days later, another flash flood tore through their southern Utah home.

Steve and Alayne Isom had finally finished $80,000 in repairs caused by intense flash flooding in August in southern Utah. It only took two days before their home was flooded again.

via Salt Lake TribuneStatewideOctober 24, 2026

2026 ballot measures are written at a graduate-school reading level, report finds • Utah News Dispatch

This year’s statewide ballot measures are written, on average, at a graduate-school reading level, according to a new report. The readability of 2026’s ballot questions — which ask voters to weigh in on issues as varied as abortion, property taxes, voter ID and firearms — varies by state, political data tracking nonprofit Ballotpedia found in its newest Ballot Measure Readability Report.

via Utah News DispatchStatewideOctober 24, 2026

What hunters should know about the 2026 pheasant and quail hunts

UTAH – Many migratory upland game bird and waterfowl hunts are already underway across Utah. The general-season pheasant and quail hunts open Saturday, Nov. 7. If you are planning to target either of these birds this fall, here are some important things to know.

via ETV NewsStatewideOctober 24, 2026

Showers and Cool Temperatures Forecast for Northern Utah through Friday

Showers are expected to continue across northern Utah and southwest Wyoming through Friday, Oct. 23, 2026. Unsettled weather and cooler temperatures are forecasted to persist through the weekend before shifting next week.

StatewideOctober 24, 2026

Religious freedom advocates from around the world find family-like solidarity in Utah

Mohamad Radwan Al Omar is a lawyer, mediator and human rights advocate from Lebanon. He came to Utah this month as part of a weekslong, immersive experience with the First Freedom Foundation connecting religious freedom advocates around the world.

via Deseret NewsStatewideOctober 24, 2026

Cool, dry conditions settle over northern Utah as rain chances linger across south

Northern Utah is looking at a mostly dry weekend, with partly cloudy skies and temperatures running about 5 degrees below average. Expect cool conditions across the Wasatch Front and northern valleys, with chilly mornings and afternoon highs staying on the cool side for late October.

via KUTVStatewideOctober 24, 2026

No. 10 Utes face biggest test yet in No. 14 Houston and QB Conner Weigman

Are the Utes Big 12 contenders or pretenders? The next 4 weeks will tell us all we need to know about Scalley’s team, starting with a big-time matchup against Houston It’s impressive for any team to be undefeated at the midway point of the season.

via Deseret NewsStatewideOctober 24, 2026

Williamson Scores 23 in Pelicans Loss to Utah Jazz

Zion Williamson recorded 23 points in a one-point loss to the Utah Jazz on Friday, Oct. 23, 2026. This follows a season debut where Williamson scored 22 points in a loss to the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026.

StatewideOctober 24, 2026

Football Playoff on October 30!

Join us for round one of the state football playoffs as our Skyhawks take on the Mustangs of Mounta...

StatewideOctober 24, 2026

Cowboys legend Cornell Green dies at 86

Former Dallas Cowboys defensive back Cornell Green has died at age 86. Green was a member of the first generation of the Doomsday Defense and a Super Bowl VI champion.

StatewideOctober 24, 2026

Cowboys trailblazer Cornell Green dies at 86 after battle with dementia

Former Dallas Cowboys player Cornell Green died Wednesday at age 86 following a long battle with dementia. Green, an unlikely NFL success story and former Utah State basketball standout, was recognized by the Cowboys as a trailblazer.

StatewideOctober 24, 2026

Preston's Deseret Industries closure prompts community frustrations, concerns

PRESTON — Ever since the announced closure of the Deseret Industries in Preston set to take place on Oct. 31, local residents have expressed frustration and disappointment as to why the 48-year business is shutting its doors.

via Herald JournalStatewideOctober 24, 2026

Former Aggie great Cornell Green passes away

Former Utah State men’s basketball great and Utah State Athletics Hall of Famer Cornell Green passed away on Wednesday, Oct. 21. He was 86 years old. Green is one of the most remarkable figures in Utah State history. A two-time All-American in 1961 and 1962, Green holds the school’s records for both career rebounds (1,067) and single-season rebounds (403, 13.9 per game in 1960).

via Herald JournalStatewideOctober 24, 2026

Kraken defeat Mammoth 5-3 to secure franchise-best start

The Seattle Kraken defeated the Utah Mammoth 5-3 on Thursday, marking an official 7-3-1 start through 11 games. The victory represents the franchise's best start to a season, despite Seattle blowing a multi-goal lead during the game.

StatewideOctober 24, 2026

No. 17 Utah State Eastern Clinches SWAC Tournament Spot

The No. 17 Utah State Eastern women's soccer team secured a postseason spot in the Scenic West Athletic Conference after defeating North Idaho College 3-0 on Thursday afternoon.

StatewideOctober 24, 2026

Samoskevich Late Goal Lifts Kraken Over Mammoth 5-3

Mackie Samoskevich scored a decisive late goal to lead the Seattle Kraken to a 5-3 victory over the Utah Mammoth on Thursday night, despite a strong third-period comeback attempt from Utah. The win extends Seattle's early-season momentum, while the Mammoth face challenges in closing out games despite a highly productive power play.

StatewideOctober 24, 2026

Jackson and Peterson Lead Jazz to 120-119 Victory Over Pelicans

The Utah Jazz secured a 120-119 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans on Friday, October 23, 2026, behind 24 points from Jaren Jackson Jr. and late free throws from rookie Darryn Peterson. The win snaps an eight-game losing streak for the Jazz against New Orleans, while the Pelicans suffered their second consecutive close loss to start the season.

StatewideSalt Lake CityOctober 24, 2026
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