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New Smith’s opening Saturday in Heber City
A Smith’s Marketplace Saturday is opening in Heber City, and no, you are not experiencing an intense bout of déjà vu. The new location at 744 North Main Street is less than half a mile from where the existing Smith’s sits only a few blocks away. The older site was opened in 1997.
Sundance Reveals Six Final Contenders For Fest Relocation; Park City Bid Among Frontrunners
After months of taking bids, the Sundance Film Festival has narrowed its search for a possible new home beginning in 2027 to to six contenders. One of five far-flung cities across the nation could be the new setting for the Robert Redford-founded indie festival, or Sundance could stay in its long-time home in Utah under a new deal, it was revealed Friday. Along with the united Utah bid of Park City and Salt Lake City, the final contenders for a revitalized Sundance are Atlanta, GA, Boulder, CO, Cincinnati, OH, Louisville, KY, and Santa Fe, NM.Sundance South: Sen. Raphael Warnock On...
Lowering your credit card interest to save hundreds can be as easy as picking up the phone
SALT LAKE CITY — If you need to borrow money for a home, a car, or even just groceries, the odds seem stacked against you. Money is more expensive to borrow. Banks are lending less. Heck, even the interest rates on credit cards we have carried for years are hitting record highs.
Sugar House set to welcome ambitious new food and drink hall
After what seemed like a non-stop explosion of food halls just eighteen months ago – the pace of openings in Utah has dried up in recent times. That is until now, with the next few months set to see the completion of a completely new concept for Utah; a food hall that brings together not only restaurants – but bars too.
Scripps News Reports: The voices of real people, not pundits
The daily drama at the top of the presidential ticket is backdropped by the issues that will impact all our lives. For the past 10 weeks Scripps News has crisscrossed America, going inside the communities where our journalists live and work. We hosted conversations with dozens of voters, all opening up about what they think and explaining why.
Switchpoint receives $3.8M from Church of Jesus Christ, Walker and Miller funds
SALT LAKE CITY — Switchpoint, a nonprofit organization that combats homelessness and poverty, announced $3.8 million in new funding Thursday. The funds came from the Olene Walker Housing Loan Fund ($1.8 million), the Larry H. and Gail Miller Family Foundation ($1 million) and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints ($1 million).
Dawson CC softball record-setter Riley Price signs with D-I Utah Tech after one season
GLENDIVE — Riley Price, a freshman who was the Region XIII Most Valuable Player for the Dawson Community College softball team, has signed to play for Utah Tech, an NCAA Division I program in St. George, Utah, DCC announced Wednesday. Price, from Mesquite, Nevada, was first-team all-conference in the...
Another round of free haircuts for Veterans scheduled for Saturday
On Saturday, July 20 from 1 pm to 5 pm, Sierra Stocks, owner of Sierra Scissorhands, will be offering complimentary haircuts to Veterans at the American Legion Tom Whitmore Post 28 in Green River. This patriotic initiative, now in its sixth monthly iteration, aims to give back to those who have selflessly served their country.
GRHS Softball Community Rallies Behind Coach McEndaffer
GREEN RIVER – Players and parents went to the Sweetwater County School District No. 2 Board of Trustees meeting in support of Blair McEndaffer, the Green River High School softball coach for the last four years. McEndaffer was recently up for her yearly renewal as a GRHS coach and...
Wyoming hotels, WYDOT, hospitals affected by global Microsoft outage Friday
CASPER, Wyo. — A global IT outage is impacting Wyoming operations on Friday. According to a social media post on Friday morning, WYDOT said the outage has taken down Driver Services, including issuing of IDs and driver’s licenses. Its website is down, but its road info website is operational.
Wyoming State Fair Coming Up Quick
The Wyoming State Fair's opening night is August 13, featuring the Wyoming Ranch Rodeo Finals in the Grandstands in Douglas. Throughout the week fairgoers can enjoy a carnival put on by Midway Attractions. Other entertainment, free with admission, includes a Sea Lion Splash Show, Hypnotists, and live music from Wyoming...
Wyoming’s Above-Average Alcohol Consumption May Be Increasing the State’s DUI Deaths
An analysis looking at data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reveals that eight of the ten states with the highest fatal DUI rates also report some of the highest alcohol consumption levels nationwide. The study looks at the number of deadly crashes involving drivers under the influence of...
Here’s Your Chance to Win a Restored 1979 F-250 in Central Wyoming
The Boys & Girls Club of Central Wyoming is celebrating 55 years of providing services to the youth of Central Wyoming by holding a special drawing for a pristinely restored 1979 Ford Truck. This Ford F-250 Ranger features a robust 460 engine, making it a blend of vintage appeal and...
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