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Rocky Mountain Power proposes 30.5% electricity rate increase, points to fuel prices as culprit
Rocky Mountain Power, the largest electricity provider in Utah, has filed an application to increase residential electricity rates in the state by 30.5%. In its proposal to the state’s Public Service Commission, the utility said the residential increase would be done in two installments, starting with one that would drive the average price of every […] The post Rocky Mountain Power proposes 30.5% electricity rate increase, points to fuel prices as culprit appeared first on Utah News Dispatch.
These Utah cities are using drones instead of fireworks for Fourth of July
Following tradition, on the night of the Fourth of July, there will be bright, colorful lights decorating Salt Lake City’s sky. However, at least in city-sponsored events, those displays won’t come from fireworks — but from 150 drones. Salt Lake City started the new drone show tradition...
Potentially toxic algal bloom detected at Utah Lake
SARATOGA SPRINGS, Utah — Concerns over algal blooms are mounting as lakes and reservoirs across the state, including Utah Lake, are experiencing the rapid growth of harmful algae. The Utah Department of Environmental Quality has issued algal bloom warnings for Provo Bay, Lincoln Beach, American Fork Beach, and Saratoga...
Race for Utah’s 2nd District narrows, inching closer to recount threshold
The Republican primary race for Utah’s 2nd Congressional District continues to narrow more than a week after election day, and with hundreds of ballots yet to be cured, the potential for a recount is down to just a couple dozen votes.
Firework Safety for the Fourth
Each year, July 3 is a day of silent mourning, as it is the last day that someone out there is going to spend with all 10 fingers. Because of this, here are some tips and tricks from Price Fire Chief Dave Johnson, the Utah Division of Natural Resources (DNR) and others to minimize the chance of losing any ligaments.
USDA invests in clean energy projects in rural Utah: Moroni restaurant benefits from solar initiative
SALT LAKE CITY – In a significant boost to rural clean energy initiatives, U.S. Department of Agriculture State Director Michele Weaver announced a $1,162,239 investment in 11 clean energy projects across rural Utah. This investment, funded by President Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act, aims to lower energy bills, expand access to clean energy, and create jobs for Utah agricultural producers and rural small businesses. Among the beneficiaries is Shalan’s Enterprises, Inc. in Moroni, a small walk-up restaurant that will receive a $20,000 grant to install a solar photovoltaic (PV) system.
Brokaw: ‘Gabby’s Dollhouse’ is coming to Utah this month
“Gabby’s Dollhouse” is coming to Utah. During the “Party with Marty the Party Cat” tour, fans of this adorable Netflix show can join in the party, dance, play with the new toys and visit with the cast. There will be prizes, a look inside the dollhouse...
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