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Daughters Of Utah Pioneers Hosting Dinosaurland Pioneer Day Celebration
For those new to Utah, Pioneer Day is likely a new concept and a new holiday. The Daughters of Utah Pioneers in Uintah County are doing their part to provide a fun and educational event in honor of the holiday with their Dinosaurland Pioneer Day Celebration Free Family Event. Pioneer style activities start after the parade and run until 2pm at the DUP Museum next to the Vernal Utah Temple on 500 West. Each year they have old fashioned games, activities, and skill demonstrations. This year these include gold panning, rope making, quilt tying, pottery, fiber crafts, rag doll making, leatherworking, and blacksmithing. There will also be free tours of the museum. All are welcome to come learn more about the pioneers that settled Utah and northeastern Utah.
Trespassing dispute: Coalition gives ultimatum over access to Willard Canyon
WILLARD, Box Elder County — Willard Mayor Travis Mote calls Willard Canyon "the centerpiece of the community" and really the centerpiece of northern Box Elder County ever since the city was settled. But changing attitudes toward gravel mining, and the closure of a treasured trail system has been the...
Jehovah’s Witnesses Hold Annual Worldwide Conventions Abroad & Here In Southern Utah
Jehovah’s Witnesses will be holding public conventions worldwide, highlighting the theme “Declare the Good News!”. One of the largest organizers of global conventions will once again draw thousands to St. George—a Three-day Program That Promises Only Good News!. Summer has arrived, and the Lambert family could be...
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.
Utah Festival Opera's one-night 'Galaxy of Stars' of showcase of sensational voices
LOGAN – The one-night stand of Galaxy of Stars by the Utah Festival Opera & Musical Theatre on July 23 was a fond farewell to grand opera for another year. With the local company’s best conductors leading a massive orchestra, UFOMT brought together its biggest stars past and present to perform a brilliant array of timeless arias, duets and ensemble pieces from iconic operas that are seldom seen locally.
Summer outdoor film series returning to Liberty Park
KUTV — The following information was submitted by The Utah Film Center. Get ready to soak up some summer vibes at Utah Film Center’s Summer Outdoor Film Series, returning to Liberty Park. The movie lineup features a collection of curated, award-winning cinematic stories that are truly unique. For...
Creative solutions for the substitute teacher shortage
KUTV — Substitute teachers are essential to keeping students on track when their teacher is out - filling short and long-term positions to help provide continuity in learning. Yet, many schools struggle to find substitute teachers, forcing them to double-up classes, have principals cover or juggle teachers' prep periods.
New giant Smith’s Marketplace opens in Heber City
The new Smith’s Marketplace at the north end of Heber City — almost within throwing distance of the old one — opened for the first time Saturday morning and was flooded with customers searching for groceries and out of curiosity. Store Leader Bryer Trussell and other staff...
Madison Outheir's Horse 'Rooster' Carries Josie Connor To Big Win
A touching story of cowgirl friendship and support for each other above all else. Recently, previous Resistol Rooke of the Year and American Breakaway Roping Champion Madison Outheir were tragically hospitalized during an accident in Salt Lake City, Utah. Friend and fellow competitor Josie Conner recently took home a big win in Nampa, Idaho, at the Snake River Stampede.
Being outside for just 10 minutes can improve mental health
SALT LAKE CITY — A study from the University of Utah shows that being outside for at least 10 minutes a day helps improve mental health. Researchers found that being outside can reduce stress and better your mood. Professor of Social Work, Joanna Bettmann Schaefer said no matter what...
Hideout Local District incumbents reelected despite residents’ objections
In a tense meeting Monday afternoon, Hideout Local District #1 swore in three trustees, a district manager, a treasurer and a clerk. The district manages infrastructure for about 800 land parcels in the young town east of the Jordanelle Reservoir. The oaths of office came a few weeks after the...
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