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Utah health officials share rabies warning after numerous bat encounters
The Department of Health and Human Services reports, over the last month, dozens of Utah residents came in close contact with bats staying at a cabin in Idaho. Some are now receiving preventative treatment for rabies. The department says bats are one of the most common carriers of the virus....
Dave Buhler, longtime commissioner of higher education and politician, dies at 67
SALT LAKE CITY — Dave Buhler, a longtime politician and former Utah commissioner of higher education, has died at the age of 67. "Dave Buhler was a pillar of the community who was dedicated to public service," Utah Gov. Spencer Cox wrote in a statement posted Wednesday to the social media platform X. "Abby and I are grateful for his friendship, his generosity and his commitment to our state. We send our deepest condolences to his family and offer prayers of gratitude for his life well lived."
96 Snow College Student-Athletes Highlight NJCAA All-Academic Awards
The National Junior College Athletic Association announced honorees for the 2023-2024 NJCAA All-Academic Teams Thursday. Snow College landed 96 Student-Athletes in total across nine sports. The minimum GPA required to be given an academic award is 3.60 for 3rd Team honors. 2nd Team honors are for those student-athletes between a...
Silver King Fire reaches 78% containment, perimeter stable
MARYSVALE, Utah (KUTV) — Officials said the Silver King Fire has reached 78% containment at 18,074 acres. The containment was announced Thursday morning. Officials said the perimeter of the fire is stable, meaning personnel have a secure eye on it. This means Thursday night is projected to be the last night shift for personnel, officials said.
Draper traffic light destroyed by dump truck with bed hoisted
DRAPER, Utah (KUTV) — A dump truck crash in Draper forced the hours-long closure of one of the city's busiest roads. It's at least the third dump truck-related incident to affect a major highway in Utah in less than a month - and the second such incident caused as a result of a dump truck driving with its bed hoisted up.
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...
See hoop dancers and browse hand-crafted Native Market Days
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah (Good Things Utah) — A market highlighting Utah’s innovative Indigenous community is happening this weekend at Thanksgiving Point. Chauma Kee-Jansen, the executive director and former scholarship recipient of American Indian Services, tells us what we can experience while browsing local vendors such as Tishna Campbell, native artist of @tlcbeadwork and administrative assistant at American Indian Services. The stunning earrings she shows us all have specific meaning, and can take up to seven hours hours to handcraft.
LISTEN: Thieves using modern tech to steal cars
SALT LAKE CITY — Three men arrested at the Salt Lake International Airport in connection with a coordinated carjacking operation revealed a more modern, high tech approach used by car thieves. Salt Lake City police found a laptop, signal communication hardware, and a key fob programming device. Detective Dalton...
Smith’s Marketplace opens in Heber this weekend
In addition to groceries, the 123,000-square-foot store will offer clothing, household goods, a garden center and sports equipment. There will also be a pharmacy and a Starbucks inside the store. Outside, a gas station features 11 pumps, including four that can accommodate RVs and boats. Smith’s says this is its...
Iron County Sheriff's Office Responds to Shooting Incident in Kanarraville
Iron County Sheriff’s Office Responds to Shooting Incident in Kanarraville. From Lt. Dave Mitchell, Iron County Sheriff’s Office. On July 17, 2024, the Iron County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a shooting incident at a residential home in Kanarraville. The incident resulted in the death of a 33-year-old male.
Tracks Lurking in Southern Utah Reveal That Dinosaurs Swam
Tracks Found in St. George Changed Our Understanding of Dinosaurs. If you visit the St. George Dinosaur Discovery Site in St. George, you will see tracks from these early reptiles left in the mud and clay of an ancient lake. These were discovered in St. George in 2000 and are on display. These dinosaur tracks settled one of the controversies among paleontologists.
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...
Driver killed in Park City crash; witness says victim was racing other vehicle before hitting tree
PARK CITY, Utah, July 18, 2024 (Gephardt Daily) – A 29-year-old driver was killed early Thursday morning after striking a tree along State Route 224 in Park City. According to a witness statement provided to the Utah Highway Patrol, the fiery crash took place about 1:37 a.m. when the driver and lone occupant of a 2019 Subaru WRX lost control of the car while racing another vehicle near mile marker six.
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...
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...
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.
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