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Harrison Coming In Hot to $405K Old West Futurity After Going 1-2-3 at Cowtown Classic
Joseph Harrison kicked off July with the Cowtown Classic heeling title on CR Better Be Tuff, and he’ll close it out the month gunning for $100,000 on the Woody Be Tuff gelding owned by Tara and Darren Johnson at the July 25-27 Old West Futurity in Wallsburg, Utah. In...
Reality Town: Union Middle students learn real-life scenarios through simulation
Brooke Gundersen wasn’t ready to be a “grandmother”—let alone, three times over. Luckily, it was a mock situation for her daughter who is an eighth-grader at Union Middle School. It was part of Reality Town, a simulation of real-life earning a living and being able to budget and pay for their expenses.
Mendon Pioneer Week concludes on Saturday July 27 | News
MENDON – When it comes to Pioneer Day in Cache Valley, it’s hard to beat Mendon’s week-long Pioneer Day celebration. Wednesday, July 24, activities include Family Canoe Nite at 6 p.m. and Adult Canoe Race to begin at 6:30 p.m. The canoe activities are to be held at the swamp on the Valley View Highway.
Minnesota man bikes all of Cache Valley in 9 months
LOGAN – It all began with a bike and a desire to explore. “Cache County total – I have about 3,000 miles of biking in those 9 months,” says 24-year-old Neil Thompson of Minnesota. He says an app on his phone helped him gamify his progress –...
Mud springs mountain bike trail system receives $350k in grant funding
A highly anticipated mountain bike trail system, Mud Springs, is estimated to have an economic effect of around $4.5 million dollars annually once it’s completed, according to an impact analysis. The project could take many years to complete, but phase one of four is expected to be done in fall 2025 or 2026.
Motorcycle rider killed in crash on St. George Boulevard overpass
ST. GEORGE — A crash reconstruction team was called out to a motorcycle crash that killed one person on an Interstate 15 overpass late Wednesday night. Shortly after 10 p.m., emergency personnel responded to a crash on the St. George Boulevard overpass of I-15 involving a motorcycle with two riders. Both were transported to St. George Regional Hospital via a Gold Cross Ambulance. The motorcycle driver was reportedly pronounced dead shortly after arrival, while the passenger sustained serious injuries, St. George Police Officer Tiffany Mitchell told St. George News.
Landscaping changed at Tooele City Hall
Tooele City Hall has a new look outside. In an effort to aid in water conservation efforts, Tooele City officials made the decision to remove their grass and xeriscape the Tooele City Hall property. The landscape remodel includes waterwise plants, rocks, and a new irrigation system. “Tooele City has removed...
Small plane crashes in Roy neighborhood after inflight emergency
ROY, Utah, July 24, 2024 (Gephardt Daily) — Investigators from multiple agencies responded to the scene of a small plane crash in a Roy neighborhood. Roy City Police Sgt. Josh Taylor told Gephardt Daily the twin engine aircraft with two people aboard went down Wednesday about 3:55 p.m. in the front yard of a home near 2350 W. 4550 South.
Deena and Nicea are live at Utah’s biggest parade
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah (Good Things Utah) – One of the oldest parades in the U.S. takes place in Salt Lake City, Utah, every year to celebrate Pioneer Day on July 24. This year’s parade is Wednesday starting at 9 a.m. and begins at South Temple and State Street.
John Aubrey on celebrating disability pride month and his new children's book
In celebration of Disability Pride Month, John Aubrey, a local advocate and author whose journey is a testament to turning challenges into victories, came into the studio to chat about his newest book with Kari. John shared his inspiring story and encourage children everywhere to embrace their strengths. His resilience and positivity serve as a beacon of empowerment for all, proving that with determination and belief in oneself, anything is possible.
Internship program touted as SUU’s ‘best-kept secret’
CEDAR CITY — The Intergovernmental Internship Cooperative program may be Southern Utah University’s best-kept secret for students seeking on-the-ground outdoor and environmental career experience, U.S. Forest Service officials say. The cooperative partners with the Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management, National Park Service, nonprofits, counties and other agencies...
Emily Traveller prepares for monumental Mount Timpanogos hike
Emily Traveller, a local inspiration and recent graduate of American Fork High School, plans to become the first quadriplegic ever to hike Mount Timpanogos. This feat, while incredibly challenging, is only one of Emily’s many major accomplishments. During a day activity for Prom in 2022, Emily’s entire world was...
UTA lays track for 2034 Games and beyond
SALT LAKE CITY — The 2002 Winter Olympics brought the games to Salt Lake City and the Wasatch Front has been welcoming in the world ever since. Now, 25 years after the Utah Transit Authority first unveiled the TRAX system for public transportation on the light rail, transit in the Beehive State could get a big boost leading to the 2034 Games.
Relatives, friends honor legacy of former Panguitch Mayor Bill Bruhn on his 100th birthday
PANGUITCH — Approximately 120 people recently gathered in Panguitch to celebrate the life of former Mayor William G. “Bill” Bruhn. Bruhn, who died of leukemia in 1985 at age 60, would have turned 100 on June 13, 2024 – the date of the recent family celebration held at Panguitch Social Hall.
Weber State basketball: Vartiainen leads Finland to 3rd place, promotion in EuroBasket
Viljami Vartiainen helped lead Finland to a third-place finish at U20 EuroBasket Division B and a promotion into Division A for future competition as two Weber State men's basketball sophomores finished their national team play this summer. Vartiainen averaged 12.9 points, 4.3 rebounds, 1.1 assists and shot 42.6% from the...
BYU Basketball Makes Top Six Cut For Four-Star Center Recruit
PROVO, Utah – BYU basketball is in the mix for one of the nation’s top center recruits. Xavion Staton, a 7-foot prospect in the 2025 recruiting class, released his top six schools. Among the top six is BYU basketball. Staton’s top six include Arizona, Michigan, Stanford, UNLV, and...
Replacement for Alta Canyon Rec Center draws division
SANDY, Utah — Four decades after its construction, a plan is underway to rebuild the Alta Canyon Rec Center in Sandy, Utah. However, it’s a plan that some residents say is not in the city’s best interest. The city council says that the plan will bring new...
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