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Local first responders honored for life-saving work at Park City Elks Lodge awards
The Park City Elks Lodge gives out first responder awards and hosts a barbecue every year to honor them for their service to the community. The awards ceremony Saturday took advantage of a patch of sun in between thunderstorms. Daniela Anderson received the Summit County Sheriff’s Deputy of the Year...
High school football kicks off the 2024 season
Building on last year’s 4A semifinal appearance, the Park City Miners opened their 2024 campaign with a tough 17-0 win over the Wasatch Wasps. Led by new head coach Jody Morgan, the Wasps showed significant improvement on defense despite being shut out on offense. The Miners scored on their...
United Way: Summer Learning Program has a remarkable impact, but could do more with help
The start of a new school year is always an exciting time. Children get ready for new classes, parents prepare for new schedules and teachers put together classrooms for a new group of students. There are so many opportunities and possibilities awaiting students this school year, and we are so grateful for all the amazing teachers, school staff members and administrators for their hard work and dedication.
St. George couple ‘hatching’ a new era of excitement at former Evermore Park
For months, the parking lot and gates at what was formerly known at Evermore Park in Pleasant Grove sat closed and vacant. While the gates still aren’t open, work is underway to keep the venue intact with a new name, new ownership and a new direction. Also new is...
Alpine School District Board of Education approves 7% property tax hike
Some residents in Utah County will pay more in property taxes after the Alpine School District unanimously approved a proposed increase. The certified rate for FY 2025 will go from .005715 to .006115. The increase represents around an additional $107 in annual property taxes or roughly $9 a month for...
High school football: Payson hoping to continue making winning a tradition
Head Coach: Brian Wall (2nd Year) 2023 Playoffs: No. 14 seed, lost to No. 6 Ridgeline, 45-6, in 4A quarterfinals. Players to Watch: Andrew Binks (OL/DL), David Keel (RB/DB), Bryce Mortensen (OL/DL), Asher Geldmacher (WR/DB), David Fullmer (WR/DB), Trevyn Wall (QB). Outlook: The last two seasons have been historic for...
National Ability Center’s 17th Summit Challenge returns next Saturday
It’s late August in Park City, and that means the National Abilities Center’s Summit Challenge is back, now for the 17th edition. The Challenge is a varied distance cycling race, the largest for athletes of all abilities in the state. It also serves as a fundraiser for the organization, which serves 6,000 adaptive athletes each year.
Lone Peak shuts out Bingham in season-opening win
SOUTH JORDAN — As Lone Peak senior safety Jayden Mayberry studied film ahead of Friday's season opener against Bingham, he got the impression his team would have the upperhand. "We didn't think their offense was that good," he said bluntly. "We just had to be able to tackle." It...
Ogden School District opens new teen resource center for students in need
OGDEN — As students return to the classroom, the Ogden School District will open new facilities that offer more ways to help them meet basic needs. The goal of these centers is to give students a place right inside their schools where they can take care of some of their basic needs, enabling them to succeed in other areas of their lives.
Parents say Park City School District superintendent contract may include illegal provision
Josh Mann and Karl Persson, who have children in the district, say Park City School District Superintendent Jill Gildea’s contract contains an automatic renewal provision that’s against Utah law. Gildea was hired in 2018 and each year her contract had the same renewal agreement: the board would notify...
Summit County goes back to school next week
Thousands of students will go back to school next week in Summit County. The first day of school for students in the Park City and South Summit school districts is Tuesday, Aug. 20. North Summit School District students will start their year on Wednesday, Aug. 21. Park City School District...
Park City School District to host ribbon cutting ceremonies for two preschool expansion projects
The district invites community members to attend ribbon-cutting ceremonies at each school to celebrate the completion of the two expansions. The projects are part of the School Bond passed by locals in 2021. Both ceremonies are on Monday, Aug. 19. The Jeremy Ranch event starts at 4 p.m. with the...
Uranium transportation negotiations kick off between Navajo and mining company
(The Center Square) – The Navajo Nation and Energy Fuels are now hashing out details to figure out the best path forward on uranium ore transportation from the Pinyon Plain Mine to White Mesa Mill in Blanding, Utah. “I’m glad that EFRI and Navajo Nation have begun conversations about...
How new rules taking effect will impact Utah homebuyers and sellers
SALT LAKE CITY — The rules are about to change when it comes to buying and selling a home. Starting Saturday, terms of a $418 million settlement between the National Association of Realtors and home sellers will go into effect. Sellers will no longer be able to promise compensation...
Sold-Out Utah Crowd Gets Two OT Thrillers on Friday
Zions Bank Stadium in Herriman, Utah, was once home to the Premier Lacrosse League’s bubbled 2020 season. With no fans in the stands, the league’s clubs competed in a truncated season and still crowned a champion. Utah was awarded the Archers when the league expanded to give each...
RMU: Former BYU athlete taking lessons from sports into her medical profession
Jennifer Hamson’s name was announced and applauded in front of a large crowd in a big arena recently. Of course, this isn’t exactly an unusual scenario for her. She is, after all, a talented two-sport athlete who excelled in basketball and volleyball at Pleasant Grove High School anda Brigham Young University and in the professional ranks.
Expert-trusted supplements: Paradise Canyon Eye Care’s approach to preventing vision decline
CONTRIBUTED CONTENT — Paradise Canyon Eye Care is more than just a destination for eyewear and vision care; it’s a hub for preventing eye problems before they start, ensuring your eyes stay healthy and your vision sharp for years to come. Part of that prevention strategy includes pharmaceutical-grade...
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