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Propane leak forces evacuation of Garden City neighborhood
GARDEN CITY, Rich County — A housing development near Garden City is under evacuation after a reported propane leak. The Rich County Sheriff’s Office said, “All people in the area must leave immediately and must stay out of the area until further notice.” The office said the leak was detected at 691 W. Snowflake Circle and the evacuation is in a quarter-mile radius around that location.
Lehi toddler develops rare and sudden heart condition in Hawaii, neighbors rally support
LEHI — A dream vacation in Hawaii turned into a nightmare for a Lehi family whose toddler is now battling for his life after developing a sudden and rare heart condition. Danielle Hunt has made a series of posts on Instagram that her 3-year-old son Truman, who goes by Tru, fell sick and ultimately into heart failure while the family vacationed in Hawaii.
Former college running back pleads guilty to one of two 'purge' killings
PROVO — Almost two years to the date, Christian Francis Taele pleaded guilty to the random killing of a Spanish Fork man, Ryan Hooley. A plea deal, which was proposed by Taele's legal counsel on July 26, was signed Friday by 4th District Judge Robert Lunnen. The 30-year-old is...
Draper man who disarmed, shot at police is sent to prison
WEST JORDAN — A Draper man who shot at a police officer, before being shot himself, has been sentenced to prison for crimes committed in the aftermath of a 2020 traffic accident. Eric Wyatt Pectol, 53, was initially charged with disarming a police officer, a first-degree felony; two counts...
What's the big deal about Main Street?
Since January, there has been much discussion about Main Street and Midland Square. Many folks have expressed their opinions on both sides of the issue. We have discussed the pros and cons of revitalizing the Square and Main Street at our City Council meetings and in town halls, listening and gaining citizens' input on how we can revitalize our downtown.
PHOTOS: Suspected DUI crash in Taylorsville leaves multiple people injured
TAYLORSVILLE, Utah (KUTV) — Two vehicles collided late Thursday night in Taylorsville, sending multiple people to the hospital, authorities said. The crash occurred shortly before 11 p.m. at 1300 West Atherton Drive, according to local law enforcement. Emergency responders arrived at the scene to find occupants from both vehicles requiring medical attention.
Pickleville Playhouse Carries the NEWSIES Banner
GARDEN CITY — When summer is in full swing, tourist hot spots like Bear Lake become the place to be. Local eateries are packed, family traditions are renewed for another year, and when the sun goes down, summer stock theatre revives. Since 1977, Pickleville Playhouse has been making theatre that brings people back year after year, and their production of Disney’s Newsies: The Musical is sure to push that tradition into next summer as well. Whether it is your first encounter with Newsies, with music music by Alan Menken, lyrics by Jack Feldman, and a book by Harvey Fierstein, or your fiftieth, Pickleville has a production that will be hard pressed to beat for any community theatre.
Former Utah Gymnastics Star Loses Family Home In 4th Of July Fire
SALT LAKE CITY – Former Red Rocks star Kari Lee [Nguyen] and her family are reeling from the loss of their family home during the 4th of July holiday. According to a GoFundMe account set up to help Kari and her family get back on their feet, a barbeque fire got out of hand and completely destroyed the family’s home in Peoria, Arizona early Thursday morning.
Man arrested in July 4 fight, shooting at Salt Lake City apartment complex
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, July 5, 2024 (Gephardt Daily) — Police have arrested a 22-year-old man accused of shooting and injuring two men during an early morning fight Thursday. Salt Lake City police responded at 5:19 a.m. to reports that someone had been shot at an apartment complex at 385 S. 1700 West.
New West Valley City health clinic puts focus on Latinos, immigrants, the uninsured
WEST VALLEY CITY — For an array of reasons, sometimes Latinos can't access health insurance at work or don't sign up for coverage. The upshot can be undiagnosed medical issues that balloon into bigger problems over the long haul. But in a bid to make health care more accessible...
U.S. Swimmer Kate Douglass Splits Time Between Olympic Journey, College Classes
SALT LAKE CITY – Being an Olympian and getting a college degree both take a lot of time and dedication. American swimmer Kate Douglass has found herself doing both since making her Olympic debut at the 2020 Tokyo Games. Douglass started her Olympic journey in 2016 when she qualified...
Lehi Round-Up Baby Contest winners
The Lehi City Miss and Teen royalties had the opportunity to “meet” nearly 100 adorable babies at the 2024 Lehi Round Up Baby Contest held Wednesday, June 26 at the Legacy Center. The Miss and Teen royalties selected the winners in the looks/personality category and the costume/novelty category...
Ogden City is considering restrictions to multifamily housing in commercial zones
OGDEN, Utah — Ogden City officials want the Ogden City Planning Commission to stop approving requests to develop multifamily housing projects within commercial zones. The city is concerned that there are no amenities, like parks or recreation, in those areas. The Ogden City Planning Commission approved more than 2,500...
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