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Tracks Lurking in Southern Utah Reveal That Dinosaurs Swam
Tracks Found in St. George Changed Our Understanding of Dinosaurs. If you visit the St. George Dinosaur Discovery Site in St. George, you will see tracks from these early reptiles left in the mud and clay of an ancient lake. These were discovered in St. George in 2000 and are on display. These dinosaur tracks settled one of the controversies among paleontologists.
Demolition derby couple shares glimpse into raucous rally
The demolition derby will combine metallic mayhem with old-fashioned tomfoolery at the Wasatch County Fairgrounds on July 26 and 27. Rihanna may sing about finding love in a hopeless place but Wasatch County Parks and Recreation’s marketing coordinator Jen Bowman is living it. When she moved to the Heber...
Win Tickets to the Sold-Out Park City Song Summit 2024
Enter to win tickets to the weekend-long event with headliners My Morning Jacket, Nathaniel Rateliff, and Mavis Staples. Win Tickets to the Sold-Out Park City Song Summit 2024 Consequence Staff
Utah State Football Coach Fired for Contacting Woman Who Accused Player of Domestic Violence
LOGAN, Utah — Utah State University announced the firing of football coach Blake Anderson for allegedly contacting a football player’s girlfriend and a roommate after the girlfriend accused the student-athlete of domestic violence and sexual assault. University officials received a final report, conducted by law firm Husch Blackwell,...
Former No. 11 overall pick changes representation, may sign in Europe
Utah RFA defenseman Victor Soderstrom is switching representation as he tries to land a contract for next season. PHNX Sports’ Craig Morgan reports he’s dropped his agent, which PuckPedia shows was Darren Ferris at Quartexx Management. Morgan also reports that Söderström, whom the Coyotes drafted with the 11th overall pick in 2019, may opt to play in a top-level European pro league this season rather than re-sign with Utah.
ESPN reporter's home threatened by wildfire
Holly Rowe did an excellent job being at the forefront of ESPN’s coverage for the WNBA All-Star Weekend. And if you hadn’t been on social media or seen her message on X (formerly Twitter), you wouldn’t have known that Rowe was doing while overburdened by things beyond her control. While in Phoenix for the weekend’s Read more... The post Holly Rowe covered WNBA All-Star Game while neighborhood battled wildfire appeared first on Awful Announcing.
AF opened store 3 in Utah, with another on the horizon
DELAWARE, Ohio — Top 100 retailer American Freight held a grand opening for its third showroom in Utah in Orem over the weekend of July 19. The 24,000-square-foot store is located at 21 W. Center St. and joins the Delaware, Ohio-based company’s other Utah stores in Ogden and Layton, with an expected fourth in Logan.
Lehi jewelry business donates $75K for Alzheimer's research through purple heart earring
LEHI — A local jewelry company is set to donate $75,000 to Alzheimer's Association in honor of the owner's mother who passed from the disease. Sydney Bledsoe and her brother's wife Janelle Lucero started Pip Pop Post in January 2022 after not being able to find earrings that checked all their boxes of style, quality and comfortability. But soon after, the two wanted to do something more.
Utah man makes a name for himself in the world of professional basketball
SALT LAKE CITY (KUTV) — From living in his car to becoming an NBA trainer to the stars, Utah resident Jasper Bibbs persevered to make a name for himself in the professional sports world. He spent five years with the Utah Jazz working closely with Donovan Mitchell before joining...
Shows This Week (7/22/24-7/28/24)
Velour will hold their weekly open mic night on Wednesday, July 24. Doors open at 8 PM. On Thursday, July 25, Ryley Shupe will perform with Bryn Johnson, Mabel Elmore, and Berkley + Addie. Get tickets here. On Friday, July 26, Talin Everett will take the stage with Liam Lars,...
‘Disciplined, dedicated individuals’: Army ROTC program marches back onto Utah Tech campus
ST. GEORGE — Active learning and active life will march on as Utah Tech University, the U.S. Army and the Utah National Guard reintroduce an Army ROTC program in the fall 2024 semester. This initiative includes the creation of a new military science department, which will be housed in...
Event Tonight On Matt Warner: The Outlaw Who Became A Lawman
The Uintah County Library is excited to welcome those eager to learn more about the local wild west history with a special event tonight all about Matt Warner: The Outlaw who became a Lawman. Matt Warner was born in Sanpete County in 1864 and in 1878, when just a young teen, he went to the eastern Uinta Mountains. He eventually began his career as an outlaw, changing his name from Erastus Christiansen to the now famous Matt Warner. “Here in the Basin and around the West, Matt Warner rustled and robbed with Butch Cassidy and other outlaws and bandits of his day,” shares the announcement. “Then, he switched sides and wore a badge. Join award-winning author Rod Miller with his new historical novel, OULAWMAN, to learn more of the exciting story.” Tonight’s presentation is at 7pm at the Uintah County Library.
Be a Little Bit Naughty at Lehi Art’s MATILDA
LEHI — Growing up, the books of Roald Dahl and the imagination behind them were very important in my household. Making a drive to Lehi to see Matilda the Musical at the Lehi Arts Council in Friday traffic may seem a bit crazy for a Northern Utahn, but since this is the year anniversary of my mother’s death and I have vivid memories of her reading the book to me, I take any opportunity I can to see the musical with music and lyrics by Tim Minchin and a book by Dennis Kelly. The story follows young, brilliant Matilda, played the night I saw the show by Alicia Wright, as she struggles with the trauma of parents who do not love her, a principal who mistreats her, and powers that she cannot understand.
Jazz May Land Former Top-10 Pick In Lauri Markkanen Trade
The Golden State Warriors and Utah Jazz may be the most likely partners in a Lauri Markkanen trade. Although the San Antonio Spurs’ could send the Jazz a package that might excite the draft pick-hoarding Danny Ainge, the Warriors appear more driven to actually complete the transaction. Jazz May...
Public Asked To Keep Eye Out For Stolen Camper And ATV
The Duchesne County Sheriff’s Office has asked for the public’s watchful eye in a theft case. They are investigating a case of a stolen Toy Hauler camper trailer and Polaris RZR from the area of Reid’s Ranch in Duchesne County. “Deputies are asking the public to keep an eye out for these vehicles,” shares the announcement. “The 2005 Vortex Toy Hauler camper trailer and 2014 Polaris RZR were parked off the side of Reid’s Ranch Road just north of Red Creek Reservoir; in Hanna, Utah between July 7th through July 18th. The owner of these vehicles is offering a $2,000 dollar reward for the safe return of their property and belongings that were inside the trailer.” All are asked to please be on the lookout for these recreational vehicles. Information regarding the whereabouts of the items or other information that can lead to the return of the property can be directed to 435-738-2015 or Central Dispatch at 435-738-2424.
From homeless to hope: Inside the Milestone Transitional Living Program
SANDY — The house is handsome but not remarkable from the outside: a beige brick rambler with a basement off 700 East and 8600 South in Sandy. There's a perfectly manicured yard and a small patio off the front porch where sits a heavy black bike rack. The place...
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