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Firework Safety for the Fourth
Each year, July 3 is a day of silent mourning, as it is the last day that someone out there is going to spend with all 10 fingers. Because of this, here are some tips and tricks from Price Fire Chief Dave Johnson, the Utah Division of Natural Resources (DNR) and others to minimize the chance of losing any ligaments.
USDA invests in clean energy projects in rural Utah: Moroni restaurant benefits from solar initiative
SALT LAKE CITY – In a significant boost to rural clean energy initiatives, U.S. Department of Agriculture State Director Michele Weaver announced a $1,162,239 investment in 11 clean energy projects across rural Utah. This investment, funded by President Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act, aims to lower energy bills, expand access to clean energy, and create jobs for Utah agricultural producers and rural small businesses. Among the beneficiaries is Shalan’s Enterprises, Inc. in Moroni, a small walk-up restaurant that will receive a $20,000 grant to install a solar photovoltaic (PV) system.
Brokaw: ‘Gabby’s Dollhouse’ is coming to Utah this month
“Gabby’s Dollhouse” is coming to Utah. During the “Party with Marty the Party Cat” tour, fans of this adorable Netflix show can join in the party, dance, play with the new toys and visit with the cast. There will be prizes, a look inside the dollhouse...
Utah's largest school district could split through interlocal agreements
DRAPER — Alpine School District could still be splitting, though, not by way of a ballot measure put forward by the district's school board. That possibility was struck down when Utah lawmakers in June passed HB303 — sponsored by sponsored by Rep. Brady Brammer, R-Highland — during a special legislative session, which prevents local school boards from initiating a process to divide a district. Instead, two separate interlocal agreement proposals to split the district will be on voters' ballots come November.
'Game on!' Utah leaders go over to-do list ahead of 2034 Winter Olympics
Utah political leaders met Tuesday to start planning what the state needs to do over the next ten years ahead of the 2034 Winter Olympics which are expected to be awarded to Salt Lake City.
Little Twist Fire burning near Beaver tops 4K acres, now 35% contained
BEAVER, Utah, July 4, 2024 (Gephardt Daily) — The Little Twist Fire burning about 4 miles southeast of Beaver has grown to 4,015 acres and is 35% contained, state wildfire officials said Thursday. “[Wednesday’s] hot temperatures combined with northwesterly winds brought increased fire activity in the Middle Fork and...
Farmington police report an increase in purse robberies by South American theft rings
FARMINGTON — Farmington police are alerting residents about an increase in purse snatches or “distraction thefts.”. According to Lt. Brian Cooper of the Farmington Police Department, in the last month, more than four such crimes have been reported in the city, many of them happening at the Station Park shopping center.
US Marshal’s officers, Unified police on scene of Midvale SWAT operation to capture federal fugitive
MIDVALE, Utah, July 3, 2024 (Gephardt Daily) — A SWAT operation is underway in Midvale Wednesday afternoon in an attempt to capture a federal fugitive. “UPD is assisting the US Marshal’s on an apprehension of a Federal Fugitive in Midvale,” a Unified Police social media statement says.
‘Really hard physically, mentally’: Hurricane resident tackles USA Network survival show in New Zealand
ST. GEORGE — This adventurous Hurricane resident seized the opportunity of a lifetime by joining forces with his father-in-law to race across the country on a thrilling USA Network television show. “It was really hard physically, mentally,” 21-year-old Bronsen Iverson said.”Just always something challenging. but that’s what we kind...
85% of parents and staff in the Park City School District fully support a cellphone ban in schools
The district has been talking with parents and students about school cellphone use for several months. Parents helped organize two panel discussions on managing devices in school and the negative effects of social media. During the discussions, many people said phones should not be allowed in schools. Now, data shows...
Five USU faculty receive Fulbright awards | News
LOGAN – Every year through the Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program more than 800 scholars, students, teachers and professionals of all backgrounds teach or conduct research. Among those receiving Fulbright Scholar Program awards for the 2024-25 academic year are four Utah State University professors who will teach or conduct research abroad.
Canyons Calling Summer Concert Series Continues July 5th, 2024
With only two concerts left in this season’s Canyons Calling Summer Concert Series, we want you to join us July 5th at 7 PM (time adjustment!) at Jackson Flat Reservoir for another amazing FREE concert featuring two of Kanab’s up-and-coming bands!. Formed in 2023, the up-and-coming Monsoon Fever...
Report: Former Jazz Guard Joe Ingles Signs With Timberwolves
SALT LAKE CITY – Former Utah Jazz guard Joe Ingles has signed a one-year deal with the Minnesota Timberwolves. ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski first reported the news on social media. “Free agent F Joe Ingles has agreed on a one-year deal to join the Minnesota Timberwolves, sources tell ESPN....
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