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There’s always a time in the NHL offseason when the wind slows, and the constant feed of signings and trades slows down, and that’s where we sit in mid-July. Typically, things halt after the NHL Draft and the first couple of days of free agency as teams and players prepare for the upcoming season. General manager Bill Armstrong has put Utah in an exciting position as they will likely compete for a playoff spot.
Bear on the move; more campgrounds closed in A.F. Canyon
The U.S. Forest Service closed the Granite Flats campground in American Fork Canyon after a bear sighting on Tuesday, July 23. On Friday, July 26, the Timpooneke and Altamont Campgrounds were evacuated and closed after the black bear was spotted there. “We have unfortunately had to evacuate and close the...
38-ton lithium battery dropped in semi rollover, creating extreme fire hazard in Richfield
RICHFIELD — A southbound semitrailer hauling a large lithium battery tipped over while turning into the Flying J gas station in Richfield on Saturday, police said. The truck tipped about 9:20 a.m., which presented a public safety emergency due to the battery's extreme fire hazard, a post on the Richfield Police Department's Facebook says.
Centerville police chief retires after 41 years, leaving legacy of 'compassionate enforcement'
CENTERVILLE — After 41 years of service in the Centerville and West Bountiful police departments, Centerville Police Chief Paul Child has retired from the force, handing the baton off to Lt. Allen Ackerson. Child started his career as a reserve officer and volunteer firefighter in January 1983. Months into...
Semitruck passenger died in crash on Saturday morning
SALT LAKE CITY — A passenger in a semitruck has died after the semi crashed in Lamb’s Canyon on Saturday morning. A news release published by the Department of Public Safety said the driver was towing a 53-foot trailer when he lost control of the semi around 4:30 a.m. The semi then hit into a right concrete barrier when it crashed.
Man died after losing control of his car, police say
SALT LAKE CITY — A 50-year-old man died Saturday morning after he appeared to have lost control of his car in the Glendale neighborhood, according to a release from the Salt Lake City Police Department. At approximately 4:26 a.m., SLPD officers said they received reports of a crash near...
Millions given to Primary Children’s to diagnose, treat kids with genetic disorders
SALT LAKE CITY – Seven-year-old Scarlet was born with an undiagnosed genetic disorder that causes seizures and developmental delays. “We knew when I was pregnant with her that she was going to have something, we just didn’t know exactly what that meant,” her mom, Cassandra Hill, said.
San Juan County launches free cancer screening program
KUTV — San Juan County Public Health has launched a critical health initiative, the Monticello Free Cancer Screening Program. This life-saving program is designed to cover the cost of cancer screenings for past and present residents of Monticello, UT, and the surrounding area who may have been exposed to hazardous uranium mill tailings.
Dikker Hill fire 95% contained, likely to be 100% contained Sunday
Fire officials report the 361-acre Dikker Hill fire is 95% contained as of 4:15 p.m. Saturday. Containment refers to how much of the fire’s perimeter is secure, not how much of the fire's 361 acres is still burning. Mike Eriksson from the Division of Forestry, Fire and State Lands...
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