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St. George firefighters respond to 20 firework-related fires overnight
ST. GEORGE, UTAH (KUTV) — Fire crews in Southern Utah were bouncing from call-to-call overnight between July 4th and July 5th. According to St. George Fire Chief Robert Stoker, firefighters responded to 20. fire calls between 8:30 p.m. (July 4) and 3:00 a.m. (July 5). Two of the incidents...
Car destroyed in fire caused by firework in Salt Lake County
SANDY, Utah (KUTV) — A car was destroyed by a fire that was started by fireworks in a neighborhood in Sandy. Firefighters were able to put out the fire before it spread to a house that was just feet away. The fire happened Wednesday. "Some young kids were playing...
Wanted Fentanyl Dealer Arrested In Roosevelt
A man with a warrant for his arrest was arrested on June 28th after an officer noticed a motorcycle with a man on it matching the description of the fugitive dispatch had put out a notice about. According to the Affidavit of Probable Cause, 50-year-old James Earl Lee was driving past the smoke shop in Roosevelt and then pulled over and went into the smoke shop. The officer followed and detained Lee. During the arrest, officers located fentanyl, marijuana, a wad of cash, and drug paraphernalia. The amount of cash along with having 137.5 fentanyl pills were consistent with distribution of drugs. He now faces additional charges of Felony Distribution of a Controlled Substance and other Misdemeanor drug charges.
Utahns pack parades and festivals for Fourth of July celebrations
PARK CITY, Utah — In every corner of the state Thursday, Utahns crowded in parades and festivals to celebrate the July Fourth holiday. From Provo to Park City, parade-goers were out by the thousands and continued enjoying festivities well into the day. Event-goers said events like these are all...
CU Buffs opponent preview: Behind healthy Cameron Rising, Utah favored to win Big 12 title
A second consecutive trip to the Rose Bowl, on Jan. 2, 2023, could not have ended any worse for the Utah football team. The 35-21 defeat against Penn State was disappointing, but losing quarterback Cameron Rising to a severe knee injury in the third quarter was devastating. Rising tore the ACL, MCL, MPFL and meniscus in his knee and wound up missing the entire 2023 season, which led to a subpar year for the Utes.
Taylorsville police officer’s home a total loss after fire, family lost everything inside
SUNSET — Many of us have plenty of photos on our phones these days. However, the pictures Colton Gordon took Wednesday morning are memories he wishes never happened. “That is the inside of my living room,” Gordon said while scrolling through his photos. “And there is my house roof on fire.”
World-Renowned Clydesdales to Visit Sweetwater County
Horses Known as ‘Gentle Giants’ Attend Three Events in Rock Springs and Green River. The world-famous, eight-horse Budweiser Clydesdale hitch will make a special appearance at three events in Rock Springs and Green River from July 3rd through 5th. July 3, 2024:. The Budweiser Clydesdales will celebrate that...
Genesis Alkali Donates Food to Local Food Banks and Organizations
Genesis Alkali made a generous donation of food and supplies to local food banks and other organizations in Sweetwater County on Monday, July 1. Food and supplies had been ordered in advance as part of the company’s preparations to ensure business continuity in the run up to negotiating a new contract with its labor union.
Fireworks Displays and Fire Safety for 2024 Fourth of July
SWEETWATER COUNTY — Rock Springs and Green River will be hosting their annual fireworks displays for the Fourth of July Thursday, both shows starting at 10 p.m. While residents can catch Green River’s show right from their homes, one of the best place to view the fireworks will be at Stratton Myers Park. The fireworks will be set off near the the waste water plant, and the display will last around 18 minutes.
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