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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...
Crews battling brush fire in Provo
PROVO — Firefighters are battling a brush fire that is burning on the east bench of Provo. Crews responded to the area of Summit Drive and Ridge Drive, near Y Mountain, just after 11 a.m. Thursday. Firefighters have not said what may have sparked the fire. Some homes are...
Sundance Local Lens brings free film screenings to residents
The Local Lens program will feature festival favorites, starting with an outdoor showing of “Skywalkers: A Love Story” at Red Butte Garden Wednesday, July 17 in Salt Lake. The doors open at 7:30 p.m. and seating is first-come, first-served. The screenings are free for locals but an RSVP...
North Summit school board puts bond for new high school on ballot
A leaky roof and aging electrical systems, boilers and pipes plague the existing North Summit High School, the school board says. They believe new construction will be cheaper than repairs, so board members unanimously voted in May to put a bond on the November ballot. That would fund a new...
Son’s chilling 911 call reveals ‘drama’ in days before wealthy Utah businessman’s murder-suicide
A chilling 911 phone call from the moment a Utah couple were found dead at their home has revealed that there was “drama” in the days leading up to what authorities believe is a murder-suicide. Olin Johnson, 57, and his wife Kerilyn Johnson, 52, who had six children...
Saia Naulu Appointed Principal of Spanish Fork Junior High School
The Nebo School Board of Education appointed Mr. Saia Naulu as the Principal of Spanish Fork Junior High. Mr. Naulu received his Bachelor’s of Arts degree with a major in Physical Education and minor in Biology from the University of Utah and his Master’s degree in Educational Administration from Southern Utah University.
Speirs Fire Remains 3% Contained with More Thunderstorms, Lightning Forecasted
DUTCH JOHN, Utah — Recent increasing moisture trends throughout the Speirs Fire area have led to a decrease in visible fire activity over the last few days. The fire has not grown since Wednesday and remains at 759 acres and 3% contained, with 283 personnel working to control the fire.
Kyle Filipowski Surprises Critics With Summer League Performance
It took some time, but Kyle Filipowski had his signature NBA Summer League performance on Wednesday, dominating the Raptors as his Utah Jazz rattled off an 86-76 victory. Filipowski struggled mightily in his first few games, getting bullied in the post and playing tentatively on offense. However, he flipped those criticisms upside-down against Toronto, looking like the player many thought could've been a lottery pick.
Young Powersports Layton celebrates renovation completion
Held at Young Powersports’ Layton, Utah, location on Main Street, the event featured a food truck and notable attendees such as Layton mayor Joy Petro. Those in attendance could see the dealership’s new 10-bay service center and artwork on the side of the facility—which was painted by Adrenaline Murals.
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...
Foundation turns dirt for education center building in Ophir
An idea almost seven years in the making, the Tooele Education Foundation broke ground for the Ophir Canyon Outdoor Learning Lodge in Ophir Canyon on the afternoon of July 10. State law gave the assets of the former town of Ophir, including Ophir Park, to the Tooele County School District when the town dissolved in October 2013. The school district asked the Tooele Education Foundation to manage the property for the district.
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.
Their turn: Prior and teammates working hard this summer for BYU women’s volleyball
BYU junior volleyball player Kate Prior said this summer has been the hardest she’s seen the Cougars work since she joined the program. Part of the incentive to put in the work is knowing how tough their second year in the Big 12 is going to be. The other part is knowing the holes that need to be filled in the lineup.
Local developer stalled by Heber Valley Corridor project; Heber City grows frustrated with UDOT delays
The Heber Valley Corridor project is sitting in the middle of the path for a local developer and Heber City’s long-term plan. Neil Goldman with Ångstrom Development Group said the firm never put pen to paper on its planned Harvest Village project without first consulting Envision Heber 2050, the community’s longterm plan for growth and development.
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