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Guardsman Pass Road closes for repaving in two phases late July through August
Beginning Monday, July 29, crews will repave Guardsman Pass Road, causing closures. This work will be done in two phases, according to Summit County, with each phase requiring a full Monday-Thursday closure. From July 29 to August 1, Guardsman Pass Road between the Winter Gate and the Pass Overlook will...
A rolled semi causes 5 hours of delays into Parleys Canyon
SALT LAKE CITY — This morning a rolled semi-truck caused major delays after tipping over taking the connecting ramp from I-215 northbound to go eastbound I-80 into Parleys Canyon. Sgt. Chris Bishop with Utah Highway Patrol says this happened about 5:30 this morning but there were no injuries to...
Logan City officials announce schedule of events for Pioneer Day celebration
LOGAN – Local favorites the Bear River Ramblers will be one of the headliners at Logan City’s all-day festivities to celebrate Pioneer Day on Wednesday, July 24 at Willow/Horseshoe Park. Based here in Logan, the folk/bluegrass/country band has been performing together for more than five years throughout Utah...
St. George Musical Theater Hosting Groundbreaking of New Theater July 18
One of Southern Utah’s founding community theater companies is breaking ground on their own original theater after more than 20 years of dreaming. The new theater for St. George Musical Theater will be located on 900 S. Main Street in St. George. The groundbreaking will start at 8 a.m. on July 18 at the same location.
Appeal Panel decides to take a week to read over Planning Commission determination that sensitive land boundary does not cross Prince property
The Park City Appeal Panel decided Monday night it will take a week to review the Planning Commission minutes, audio recording of the discussion and the final conclusion that the sensitive land overlay boundary does not cross the property where Matthew and Tatiana Prince intend to tear down two houses and build a new home at 220 King Road.
Kings Embarrass Jazz In Second Vegas Summer League Game
SALT LAKE CITY – For Utah Jazz fans hoping to see the team make a run at Cooper Flagg in next year’s NBA Draft, Monday’s loss to the Sacramento Kings was a welcome sign. For everyone else, it was a slog. Sacramento drubbed the shorthanded Jazz 82-70...
Driver’s Profile: Wyatt Howard
Wyatt Howard is a 28-year-old driver from Price. Howard drives the number 72w car and races in the IMCA Modified and Dirt Late Model Classes. He has been around racing his entire life and has been racing at the level for the last 14 years. His father Harvey Howard started racing dirt cars after an unfortunate motorcycle accident that had left him paralyzed. He raced late models and modifieds throughout the 90s and 2000s, until he retired in 2010. He is now right by his son’s side, as they continue to chase the dream.
New price tag for Lauri Markkanen makes Utah Jazz's intent on trading him clear
The reported new price tag for Lauri Markkanen suggests the Utah Jazz may not be all that serious about trading him. It's become pretty clear that the Utah Jazz are in the midst of a rebuild. Even though they haven't entirely leaned into the philosophy of one, the Jazz is not in a position where they're going to be able to compete for a championship anytime soon. That's the biggest reason why many around the league are under the belief that they could be open to trading Lauri Markkanen, who just has one year remaining on his current contract with the team.
Jerrod Calhoun To Lead Utah State Basketball On European Tour
LOGAN, Utah – Fresh off the program’s first NCAA tournament win since 2001, the Utah State Aggies men’s basketball team will head to Europe ahead of the 2024-25 season. First-year head coach Jerrod Calhoun and the Aggies will play teams from across Europe on an August 9-19 tour. Utah State announced plans for the European tour on Monday, July 15.
Noah Kahan shows why his fan base has become massive with a perfect evening in Salt Lake City
Tuesday, July 9th brought Noah Kahan and his “We’ll All Be Here Forever” tour to the Utah First Credit Union in Salt Lake City. Fans eagerly gathered at the venue, braving the heat for what promised to be a perfect evening. Jensen McRae was the opener for...
The MilkShake Factory opens up in Utah
PLEASANT GROVE — A new spot to satisfy your sweet tooth has opened up in Pleasant Grove. The MilkShake Factory also brings a deep cultural history with it. More than 100 years ago, two Greek immigrants opened a chocolate and soda shop in Pittsburgh, which eventually became a family-owned chain.
Vernal Downtown Construction Projects Continue
Vernal City has announced the continuation of the downtown revitalization with 2 major construction projects underway. The Cobblerock Block improvements at the corner of 100 East and 100 South continue with Phase 2 of the project. This includes the area behind the businesses with the replacement of water and sewer lines, enhanced public spaces, and the addition of public parking, pedestrian walkway, lighting, and landscaping. Phase 3 of that project will include the burying of the powerlines in parts of downtown. The second project is the Vernal Avenue reconstruction from Main Street to 200 South which will start at the end of this month. “Vernal City secured a UDOT grant three years ago for the reconstruction of Vernal Avenue as part of the downtown revitalization plan,” shares the update. “This UDOT administered project includes a complete reconstruction of the road and sidewalk, with the addition of trees, street lights, diagonal parking and mid-block crossings. During the project, one lane of traffic in each direction will be open.” Vernal City appreciates the public’s patience during the projects.
BYU/UVU roundup: Former Cougar Keilani Unga returns to BYU women’s basketball director of operations
Head coach Amber Whiting announced the hiring of Keilani Unga as the BYU women’s basketball director of operations on Monday morning. “I couldn’t be more thrilled for Keilani to join our BYU women’s basketball family,” said Whiting. “Keilani was a great player at BYU and has a great basketball mind. Having her on staff will help elevate our ability to get the most out of our players and put them in positions to succeed. We are excited for her to get to work with our players and make her mark on BYU, this time as a coach.”
Utah State Guard Mason Falslev Named One Of Nation’s Top Sophomores
LOGAN, Utah – Cache Valley product Mason Falslev has been a Utah State fan favorite since debuting as a redshirt freshman for the Mountain West regular season champs. After etching his name all over the Aggie record books as a freshman, is Falslev ready to take the next step and lead USU into the Jerrod Calhoun era?
A major indie-pop band is asking its Utah fans to care about the Great Salt Lake
SALT LAKE CITY — Two Utah environmental groups are teaming up with a major pop band to bring awareness to the plight of the Great Salt Lake. AJR, an indie-pop band made up of brothers Adam, Jack and Ryan Met, is on its "The Maybe Man" tour and performing at the Delta Center Tuesday and Wednesday.
MLB Draft Day Three Could See Many With Beehive State Ties Selected
SALT LAKE CITY – Unlike the NBA draft, the later rounds of the Major League Baseball draft always present opportunities for clubs to strike gold. Will day three of this year’s first-year player MLB draft hold course?. Rounds 11-20 of the 2024 MLB draft will happen as part...
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