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Lake Powell levels up 20% thanks to lucky weather, water conservation efforts
Lake Powell, one of the Southwest’s largest reservoirs, is at its highest level in more than three years. This even though 2024 runoff will be below average. The lake is now 42% full, nearly 20% higher than it was last spring, and out of danger of falling so low it would hit a so-called dead pool and not be able to generate electricity at Glen Canyon Dam.
Iron County Sheriff IDs victim of fatal shooting
KANARRAVILLE, Utah, July 24, 2024 (Gephardt Daily) — Authorities have released the name of the man fatally shot July 17, while the suspect remains in jail on other charges. “The deceased has been identified as Jonathan L. Brooks, a resident of Cedar City, Utah,” The Iron County Sheriff‘s Office said in a Tuesday news release. “At this time, no further information will be provided.”
SUU Picked Third In UAC Coaches Pre-Season Poll
Thunderbird fans got an early taste of the excitement for the upcoming football season at the United Athletic Conference (UAC) Media Day on Tuesday, held at Texas Live in Arlington, Texas. With the new season on the horizon, the Thunderbirds are generating buzz as they are projected to finish third in the UAC coaches' poll. This comes on the heels of a strong 2023 campaign where Southern Utah tied for second place with a 6-5 record, marking their first winning season since 2017.
‘Superior support’: Navy recognizes St. George company for commitment to reservists
ST. GEORGE — Jeff Applegate and Red Mesa Science and Refining recently were rewarded for a unique brand of support of the nation’s Navy Reserves. Applegate, who serves as president of the St. George-based company, and Jarrett Brown, director of operations, represented Red Mesa at the Navy Employer Recognition Event in Coronado, California, on June 11.
3 brothers in jail after assault in St. George bar spills into parking lot
ST. GEORGE — A bar fight involving a South Jordan man escorted out of the building for reportedly punching two men in the face triggered an altercation in the parking lot after the suspect’s brothers became involved. The incident ended with the arrest of all three, police say.
Miller Sports Bringing Professional Baseball To Salt Lake In October
SALT LAKE CITY – Professional baseball is coming to Salt Lake City this October. ‘Beisbol en Salt Lake’ features two teams from La Liga ARCO Mexicana del Pacífico at Smith’s Ballpark on October 5 and 6. Miller Sports + Entertainment announced two exhibitions between nine-time...
Human remains found in Mill Creek Canyon likely one of missing Texas couple
The Grand County Sheriff’s Office has discovered human remains in Mill Creek Canyon, the same area where search teams have spent well over 1,000 hours looking for a missing Texas couple since June 21, following an intense storm and widespread flooding. The remains of the body, which were found...
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.
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.
Angels pitcher generating trade interest
Reid Detmers certainly hasn’t had the 2024 season he was hoping for. The southpaw has been pitching for the Salt Lake Bees since June when the Angels optioned him to Triple-A. Nevertheless, he is reportedly drawing trade interest from numerous teams, according to Jeff Passan of ESPN, who lists...
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