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Lingering storms hit across Utah as sunshine takes over
SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) – Happy Monday, Utah! Monsoonal moisture is lingering in the Beehive State today which means more thunderstorms, but not like what we saw over the weekend. The bottom line? More severe weather and flash flooding on deck today. A brief break from wet weather is...
FREE TO READ: Collapse of an iconic arch in Utah has some wondering if other famous arches are also at risk
The recent collapse of a popular rock arch at Lake Powell known as the “Toilet Bowl” is a sad reminder that the spectacular geological arches that dot southern Utah’s landscape aren’t guaranteed to be there forever. Arch experts say erosion and human activity mean that arches are susceptible to crumbling at any given time. Parks officials have been fielding questions this week about the fragility of Utah’s arches in light of the recent collapse. They aren't physically fortifying the arches but have strict policies to limit human impact. A Utah geologist has found that human-made energy sources such as trains, trucks and helicopters are increasing ground vibrations and placing stress on arches.
With hometown Archers leading way, lacrosse has found a home in Utah
HERRIMAN — Grant Ament was stunned, but only as much as 5,000-plus of his closest friends Friday night when Ryder Garnsey's overtime goal appeared to clinch California's upset victory over the Utah Archers. By now, you know how that one turned out: Garnsey's goal was overturned on a shot-clock...
Experience ‘red carpet’ treatment with Element Plumbing, Heating & Air in Southern Utah
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From Saigon to Baghdad: The Utah National Guard’s heroic missions Part 3
ST. GEORGE — Since its inception, the Utah National Guard has sought to be a premier, community-based military force, comprised of resilient and adaptable soldiers and airmen. The 2nd Battalion, 222nd Field Artillery, proudly known as the Triple Deuce, has maintained an unbroken legacy of excellence throughout its storied...
New study offers insights into Utah’s unrelenting homeless crisis
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, Aug. 17, 2024 (Gephardt Daily) – A new report by the Utah Office of Homeless Services is shedding new light on the state’s unrelenting homeless crisis. According to the comprehensive report, homelessness rose by 9% in 2023, meaning a total of 9,838 Utahns found...
Community Rallies To Help Maverick Driver Critically Injured In Oil Rig Fire
The Maverick driver critically injured in the explosion at an oil rig site east of Myton on August 14th continues to fight for his life in the hospital and the community has rallied around the family to help. After the accident on Wednesday, Josh Phillips with Duchesne County Fire & Emergency Management shared that fire crews arrived on scene and found a Workover rig, a holding tank and oil tank battery with active fire and that the worker that was burned was transported to the hospital in critical condition. A GoFundMe has been created to benefit Ben Roundy and his family as he lies in a hospital bed with 3rd degree burns covering 80 percent of his body. Roundy and his wife have 2 young boys. The GoFundMe page is under the name “Help Ben Recover from Devastating Burns” and the link can be found with this story on www.BasinNow.com.
Storm Wreaks Havoc In St. George: Major Damage Downtown & Dixie High School
Saturday in St. George, Utah, a fierce ripped through the town around 5:00 pm. This storm brought buckets of rain and crazy wind! Local homes, Dixie High School, and the surrounding areas all experienced major damage. This storm came from the south, headed north and pulled down trees, fences, roofs, and nearly tore out the south Field Goal Post at Dixie High School.
’20 plus shots is insane’: Neighbors describe officer-involved shooting in Roy
ROY — Homeowners in Roy said they heard multiple gun shots after an officer involved shooting Saturday night. The incident happened at the intersection of 5650 S. 2775 West. Roy City Police said officers were involved in a shooting. One man was shot and was taken to a local hospital.
West-side family vows to stay put amid redevelopment push, pressure to sell
SALT LAKE CITY — An unfinished townhome project sits seemingly abandoned next to the Leal home on Salt Lake City's west side. Across the street, several homes sit boarded up and fenced off, awaiting demolition, Jose Luis Leal and daughter Alexandra Leal Vergara say, so the land can be redeveloped.
Ryan Reynolds and his mom join Parkinson's education campaign
SALT LAKE CITY — About the time that actor Ryan Reynolds began working on the original "Deadpool" movie, his father James Reynolds died of Parkinson's disease. The elder Reynolds was 74 and had lived with the disease since his diagnosis at age 57 in 1998. In interviews, Reynolds has noted that his dad didn't really talk about the disease — and they certainly didn't talk about two of the lesser-known complications of the disease: delusions and hallucinations, which for James Reynolds started about halfway through the course of his Parkinson's.
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