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Birth of premature baby at West Valley overflow shelter 'sheds light on the urgent need'
WEST VALLEY CITY — A premature baby boy was born between the sliding glass doors of the West Valley overflow shelter early Thursday last week. The baby and his mother were transported by paramedics on scene, leaving behind a small crowd of residents and staff members who, moments prior, had been talking the woman through labor. The sequence of events had unfolded quickly and unexpectedly.
Longtime Park City-area landscapers fined $164K for storing equipment at home
Humberto Fragapane and Melisa Delarroca have been running their landscaping business from the home they bought in Highland Estates in 2020. The couple had been in business since at least 2015, but ran afoul of Summit County’s rules—and some neighbors—when they moved vehicles and equipment onto their 1.69-acre property.
New horror movie starring Hugh Grant has some missionary moms concerned
SALT LAKE CITY (KUTV) — A new horror movie, starring Hugh Grant, has some moms of missionaries in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints concerned. The movie is called "Heretic," and it isn't in theaters until November 15 of this year, but an A24 movie trailer was recently released. Online, it said the movie is about two young missionaries who get trapped inside a man's home.
New leadership focuses on fostering community at Lehi Elementary
Last year, Lehi Elementary School (LES) fought off district plans for closure. This year, new leadership at the school, which opened in 1951, aims to dispel the idea the area is ailing. The school’s new Principal and PTA president say the LES community is stronger than ever. “There’s a...
USU’s Aggie Creamery to celebrate National Ice Cream Day early at its newest location with free ice cream, activities for families | News
LOGAN – Even though Sunday, July 21st is National Ice Cream Day, Utah State University’s Aggie Creamery will kick off the summer celebration a few days early at its new location across from USU’s football stadium. The public is invited to join in on a “Cow to...
Local business man to unveil buffalo Saturday
A new buffalo will be unveiled on Saturday between the Tooele Marketplace and Asylum 49 at 140 East 200 South in Tooele City. This buffalo isn’t part of Tooele City’s official buffalo herd. Unable to get a buffalo through Tooele City, Kimm Anderson, owner of Tooele Marketplace and Asylum 49, bought his own buffalo.
Homeowner discovers bottle of mercury on his property in Weber County
ROY — A homeowner in Roy found a bottle of mercury on his property and fortunately did the right thing by reporting it, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency said. The bottle was found near 2125 West and 5025 South. Craig Meyers, the federal on-scene coordinator for the EPA said...
Provo taps Lehi’s Scott Bunker to serve as head of Provo Power
Lehi’s Scott Bunker was appointed by Provo Mayor Michelle Kaufusi and confirmed by the Provo City Council on Tuesday, July 16, to serve as the next Director of Provo Power, Utah’s largest publicly owned power organization. “Having personally worked with Scott, I’m confident in his ability to keep...
Wasatch Back affordable housing has positive return on investment, study says
Mountainlands Community Housing Trust advocates for and helps create affordable housing in Summit and Wasatch counties. And a study the nonprofit commissioned shows affordable housing has net positive economic impacts for the Wasatch Back. But local leaders fear the study leaves out costs and downsides. Consultants at Economic & Planning...
Taylor Hendricks Thrives In Jazz Win Over Raptors
SALT LAKE CITY – If you felt a sudden wind gust across the Salt Lake Valley on Wednesday afternoon, that was the collective sigh from Utah Jazz fans watching Taylor Hendricks. Last year’s number nine overall pick had perhaps the best performance of his basketball career against the Toronto...
Midway leaders gauge interest in new multimillion-dollar open space bond
Midway voters could face a decision this November about whether to approve a new bond for the city to invest in conservation. At the city council meeting Tuesday, July 16, Midway planner Katie Villani unveiled the results of a phone survey gauging residents’ interest in open space. Conducted by...
Deepak Chopra to speak at Ameyalli groundbreaking Friday
Chopra is visiting the valley for a ceremonial groundbreaking on the latest phase of the Ameyalli resort. The wellness-focused resort is located at approximately 800 North 200 East in Midway. It’s inspired by Chopra’s teachings. The Midway City Council granted final approval to the plans Tuesday night, July...
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.
Tooele County Fair set for Aug. 1-3
The Tooele County Fair returns on August 1–3, 2024, at the Deseret Peak Complex with the promise of three days of unforgettable fun for the entire family. This beloved event, known for its long-standing traditions, is back and better than ever, with an exciting lineup of activities for all ages.
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