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Get ready for a Special Doubleheader at Price Culture Connection Featuring Route 89 and Mountain Country
This week’s rendition of Price Culture Connection falls on the Fourth of July, and because of this Price City has teamed up with Carbon County to put on a special event for residents of the Castle Valley Area. Instead of the typical one-band performance, the event is doubling the fun with performances from both Mountain Country and Route 89. Also due to the size, a new venue was needed, with this week’s concerts being held at the Carbon County Fairgrounds.
‘Where ideas will literally take flight’: RCS Rocket Motor Components hosts grand opening in Cedar City
CEDAR CITY — The recent grand opening of RCS Rocket Motor Components’ new facility in Cedar City brought out plenty of VIPs, including the governor, all of whom expressed optimism and pride in what this endeavor could mean. “This state-of-the-art facility is not just a building. It represents...
‘Overrun’: Cedar City animal shelter raises surrender fees due to limited space
CEDAR CITY — An older man enters the Cedar City Animal Adoption Shelter, carrier in hand. Inside is a black cat; its pupils are enlarged, its ears are tucked back, and it meows loudly. But when shelter staff pet the cat with a pen, it doesn’t react aggressively.
Man arrested by SLCPD after found asleep in running pickup with drug paraphernalia visible
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, July 2, 2024 (Gephardt Daily) — A 52-year-old man was arrested Monday after he was found sleeping in a Chevrolet pickup with the engine running and with drug paraphernalia visible through the windows. A search of the vehicle found blue pills stamped “M30,” determined to...
Petition to Not Renew Park City Superintendent’s Contract Until New School Board Assumes Office
On June 20th, KPCW’s Leslie Thatcher asked Park City School Board President Andrew Caplan if he was going to let the new school board decide whether to renew Superintendent Jill Gildea’s contract. Dr. Gildea is one year into a two-year contract, and the board must notify her by February 1, 2025, if they intend to renew it.
New four-way stop coming to Tooele
Tooele City will have a new four-way stop before the end of the month. A variable message sign on 400 South near 100 East in Tooele City warns drivers that effective July 15 the intersection of 100 East and 400 North will be a four-way stop. In May 2020, Tooele...
USC's Week 2 football opponent encounters head coaching turmoil
USC is scheduled to play the Utah State Aggies on September 7, the second week of the season. The Aggies will travel to Los Angeles without their head coach. The Utah State Athletic Department issued a statement on head coach Blake Anderson:. “Utah State University officials informed Head Football Coach...
'They don't want me to fit in': Utah State University closes inclusion center
For Samson Calderon Diltz, a queer person of color, Utah State University’s Inclusion Center proved influential in his decision to attend the Logan school. Moving from a town where white people were the minority, the center appeared to offer a crucial safe space. And it did — until Monday....
Heber City artist plans to bring U.S. history and Book of Mormon to life in statue garden
Steve Neal has been an artist since he was young. His Heber City home is decorated with vast portraits he’s painted throughout his life — some from when he was a teenager. Scenes from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints’ canonized books of scripture decorate his walls, as do images he’s captured of his family and even a panoramic look at a variety of birds filling a colorful, busy rainforest scene.
Utah: 5 Thoughts After Busy 2024 NHL Draft & Day One of Free Agency
The 2024 NHL Draft is now in the rearview mirror, and it was one to remember. This year, rather than hosting the draft at T-Mobile Arena, home of the Vegas Golden Knights, they opted for the Sphere, which lies less than a mile off the strip. The NHL made history...
Celebrate the Summer Olympic Games with your kids
SALT LAKE CITY, UT (GOOD THINGS UTAH)- With the Summer Olympic Games being just weeks away, Rose Storey joins us today to share how to celebrate with your kids while educating them on the history and traditions of the Olympics. The 2024 Paris Olympic Games will take place Fri, Jul 26, 2024 – Sun, Aug 11, 2024. What better way to learn about the event that unites the world than celebrating together with your family? We are talking DIY art projects, edible gold medals, and games for you and your kids to enjoy. Check out the recipes and activity instructions down below!
Saying goodbye to cultural centers
On June 27-28, Weber State University’s cultural centers held their closing receptions from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. The many centers on campus will close their doors on July 1 due to House Bill 261. The closing receptions held by the different centers invited students, friends and members together to celebrate...
Keeping luggage safe from thieves at the airport carousel
SALT LAKE CITY — A Davis County family believes their luggage was stolen right off the airport carousel, and they’re hoping to warn others to be prepared. Sarah Barrett said they tracked their bag with the Delta app all the way to the baggage carousel, but by the time they got there, it was gone.
Why homeless enforcement efforts could become stricter in Salt Lake City
A recent Supreme Court decision that allows local governments to ban sleeping in public even when no shelter space is available could lead to stricter enforcement of homeless encampment bans. Why it matters: The decision effectively gives the OK for cities facing rising homelessness to enact similar restrictive laws targeting...
Locals Shine at Diamond Mountain Speedway
On June 28-29, locals from the Carbon and Emery areas traveled to Vernal for a weekend at the Diamond Mountain Speedway. At the event, “Racing for a Cause” recognized the military with “Salute to our Heroes.” The Hobby Stock race was also dedicated to Matt Johnson in the memorial race. The drivers raced on a 1/3 Mile Banked Clay “D” Oval track.
USU Makes Significant Changes in Football Program
Utah State University officials informed Head Football Coach Blake Anderson on Tuesday of their intent to terminate his employment agreement for actions taken in spring 2023. These actions violated both his employment agreement and university policy. Under his employment agreement Coach Anderson will have 14 days to respond. This decision...
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