Central Utah farmers, who have been struggling with severe drought and dry reservoirs, are experiencing a turnaround this year due to a significant increase in water supply from snowfall. The abundance of water has allowed them to cultivate all their fields, resulting in tall crops and a positive outlook for family farms that...
The Southern Utah University Eccles Stadium hosted the 37th annual Utah Summer Games, where athletes from across Utah enjoyed music, food, and fireworks. Special guests, including Utah Governor Spencer Cox and First Lady Abby Cox, officially opened the event, which featured performances by the Paiute Tribe of Utah, Sophia Marie...
Lake Restoration Solutions, the company proposing to spend billions to dredge Utah Lake and create some 18,000 acres of man-made islands, announced its dissolution Tuesday....
Utah lawmakers are notoriously resistant to ceding any land to federal control, but supporters say it could help with Great Salt Lake conservation efforts.
The Utah Legislature approved a condensed special election timeline and nearly $2.5 million dollars to fund that election during a special legislative session on Wednesday afternoon. Without changing the election dates, Stewart’s seat could remain empty until next spring.
Utah's record snowpack led to the distribution of over 2 million sandbags to prevent flooding similar to that in 1983. However, the snowmelt process went smoothly, avoiding significant flooding....
Utah's reservoir system is in a much better place with summer around the corner than last year, as what's left of the state's record-breaking snowpack continues to melt.
A study conducted in Utah reveals that the region is experiencing a new "dust on snow regime." Darkened snow melted 17 days earlier than usual in the winter of 2022. This rapid runoff poses problems for water supply systems and ski industries, and also increases the risk of wildfires as drying forests become more susceptible....
This has been a fascinating case to watch. Glad that Saint George got smacked down for trying to manipulate procedure. I also imagine they'll try to pass something to block drag shows in the future, whether explicitly or through some legalese.
Salt Lake Express, a Utah-based bus company, claims that Nevada has "declared war" by seizing one of its vans and leaving passengers stranded. Nevada officials allege safety violations and illegal practices by the company. The dispute centers on the distinction between intrastate and interstate travel.
Every democracy carries within it the seeds of its own destruction. Every free and fair election could be a state’s or a nation’s last. That’s because whatever party or faction won the last election may take advantage of its power to make sure it cannot possibly lose the next one....
CEDAR CITY — A man who formerly taught art classes at Southern Utah University was recently extradited back to Utah to face multiple charges, including making terroristic threats, stalking, violating a protective order, domestic violence and assault.
Utah transportation officials unveiled plans to state lawmakers Wednesday that call for evaluating the idea of a Boise-Las Vegas rail service that could stop in Salt Lake City.
The Outdoor Retailer Convention returns to Salt Lake City after relocating to Denver due to political disagreements over land management. Organizers aim to mend relationships with brands and continue generating millions for the city. The next convention is scheduled for November.
Members of the Davis School District’s school board voted to return the religious text to library shelves for students of all ages after controversy over the decision.
The Utah Gay Rodeo Association’s multiday “Crossroads of the West” regional rodeo in Ogden last weekend featured all the same trappings as a “traditional” rodeo. Similar competitions. Similar outfits — jeans, crisp button-up shirts, cowboy hats. The groomed dirt and manure gave off the same earthy, stinky-sweet...
Utah takes first step to challenge rule requiring cleaner coal power (www.sltrib.com)
Utah has filed a petition to review the Ozone Transfer Rule, an EPA proposal to limit how much Utah's power plants affect Colorado's air.
TikToker finds missing man's belongings in Utah desert (kutv.com)
A TikToker found items in the middle of a Utah desert that belonged to a Salt Lake City man who disappeared almost two years ago.
New Beaked Dinosaur Species Found in Utah (www.smithsonianmag.com)
The creature, dubbed Iani smithi, was identified from a 99-million-year-old fossil
After drought, Utah farmers relieved after spectacular water year (www.fox13now.com)
Central Utah farmers, who have been struggling with severe drought and dry reservoirs, are experiencing a turnaround this year due to a significant increase in water supply from snowfall. The abundance of water has allowed them to cultivate all their fields, resulting in tall crops and a positive outlook for family farms that...
Larry H. Miller Utah Summer Games officially begin! (ironcountytoday.com)
The Southern Utah University Eccles Stadium hosted the 37th annual Utah Summer Games, where athletes from across Utah enjoyed music, food, and fireworks. Special guests, including Utah Governor Spencer Cox and First Lady Abby Cox, officially opened the event, which featured performances by the Paiute Tribe of Utah, Sophia Marie...
Utah Lake island project sinks after company behind proposal dissolves (www.deseret.com)
Lake Restoration Solutions, the company proposing to spend billions to dredge Utah Lake and create some 18,000 acres of man-made islands, announced its dissolution Tuesday....
Does Utah need (or want) a sixth national park? (www.sltrib.com)
Utah lawmakers are notoriously resistant to ceding any land to federal control, but supporters say it could help with Great Salt Lake conservation efforts.
Utahns to replace Rep. Chris Stewart this fall after Legislature approves condensed election timeline (www.sltrib.com)
The Utah Legislature approved a condensed special election timeline and nearly $2.5 million dollars to fund that election during a special legislative session on Wednesday afternoon. Without changing the election dates, Stewart’s seat could remain empty until next spring.
Here's where to celebrate Juneteenth in Utah (www.ksl.com)
2023 marks Juneteenth's second year as a state holiday — and Utahns have a wide variety of opportunities to celebrate.
Utah's runoff flood risk is all but over. What happens to all the sandbags now? (www.ksl.com)
Utah's record snowpack led to the distribution of over 2 million sandbags to prevent flooding similar to that in 1983. However, the snowmelt process went smoothly, avoiding significant flooding....
Utah lawmaker says the state is ready to host another Olympics (www.deseret.com)
Legislator says Utah’s effort to host another Olympics has solid support from state government and the public.
Utah's reservoir capacity soars past 80%. Here's which ones are now full (www.ksl.com)
Utah's reservoir system is in a much better place with summer around the corner than last year, as what's left of the state's record-breaking snowpack continues to melt.
Great Salt Lake’s dust melted Utah’s ‘greatest snow on earth’ more than two weeks early in 2022 (www.sltrib.com)
A study conducted in Utah reveals that the region is experiencing a new "dust on snow regime." Darkened snow melted 17 days earlier than usual in the winter of 2022. This rapid runoff poses problems for water supply systems and ski industries, and also increases the risk of wildfires as drying forests become more susceptible....
The show must go on: Judge sides with organizers in lawsuit, orders city to allow drag show in St. George (www.fox13now.com)
A U.S. District judge has sided with the organizers of a drag show in St. George who sued the city for rejecting their permit to hold the event.
Court battle over interstate travel targets Utah bus stops in Nevada, California (www.stgeorgeutah.com)
Salt Lake Express, a Utah-based bus company, claims that Nevada has "declared war" by seizing one of its vans and leaving passengers stranded. Nevada officials allege safety violations and illegal practices by the company. The dispute centers on the distinction between intrastate and interstate travel.
Tribune Editorial: Utah’s congressmen take a stand against democracy (www.sltrib.com)
Every democracy carries within it the seeds of its own destruction. Every free and fair election could be a state’s or a nation’s last. That’s because whatever party or faction won the last election may take advantage of its power to make sure it cannot possibly lose the next one....
Former art lecturer extradited to Cedar City to face multiple charges (www.stgeorgeutah.com)
CEDAR CITY — A man who formerly taught art classes at Southern Utah University was recently extradited back to Utah to face multiple charges, including making terroristic threats, stalking, violating a protective order, domestic violence and assault.
Train connecting Las Vegas, Boise to Salt Lake City may be studied in fall (www.sltrib.com)
Utah transportation officials unveiled plans to state lawmakers Wednesday that call for evaluating the idea of a Boise-Las Vegas rail service that could stop in Salt Lake City.
Outdoor Retailer Convention returns to Utah after years of contention between state, brands (kutv.com)
The Outdoor Retailer Convention returns to Salt Lake City after relocating to Denver due to political disagreements over land management. Organizers aim to mend relationships with brands and continue generating millions for the city. The next convention is scheduled for November.
Utah school board reverses Bible ban and calls out lawmakers who attacked the district (www.sltrib.com)
Members of the Davis School District’s school board voted to return the religious text to library shelves for students of all ages after controversy over the decision.
‘Utah is ripe for it’: Jazz owner Ryan Smith on bringing NHL to the Beehive State (www.deseret.com)
The owner of the Utah Jazz is ready to channel his business and sports acumen into building a breakout NHL franchise in the state.
Tribal coalition, environmentalists back Bears Ears land swap between Utah, feds (www.fox13now.com)
A commission made up of Native American tribal leaders will support a massive land exchange inside Bears Ears National Monument.
Utah gay rodeo returns after 19 years, brings competition, belonging to queer country community (www.sltrib.com)
The Utah Gay Rodeo Association’s multiday “Crossroads of the West” regional rodeo in Ogden last weekend featured all the same trappings as a “traditional” rodeo. Similar competitions. Similar outfits — jeans, crisp button-up shirts, cowboy hats. The groomed dirt and manure gave off the same earthy, stinky-sweet...
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