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Farmington police report an increase in purse robberies by South American 'theft rings'
FARMINGTON — Police are alerting residents about an increase in purse snatches or "distraction thefts" at Station Park. Lt. Brian Cooper, of the Farmington Police Department, said in the last month, more than four such crimes have been reported, many of them happening at the Station Park shopping center.
Five USU faculty receive Fulbright awards
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.
A revamped Delta Center should build on the success of quiet zones.
The Utah professional sports scene is about to welcome a high-profile addition. Salt Lake City is ready for an NHL franchise to begin play for the 2024-2025 season. The arrival will necessitate renovations to the Delta Center and is poised to spur revamping of a downtown entertainment district. The changes...
Utah hockey fans say the arrival of an NHL team could be a boon to youth sports programs.
The Utah Hockey Club's first preseason game is just over two months away. Local fans are anticipating the NHL franchise's inaugural season in Utah, and excitement has been building in the state's youth hockey scene. The Davis County Youth Hockey Association started in 2002, the same year Salt Lake City...
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There's no one "right" way to be patriotic, so there's no reason not to celebrate America's birthday. Many municipalities and organizations host festivities for July 4th; here's just a handful of the ones you might be considering. Downtown SLC's biggest Independence Day party takes place at The Gateway (400 W....
Logan officials announce closure of local facilities, services on Independence Day | News
LOGAN – Officials here in Logan have announced modified schedules for Logan City services and facilities during the Independence Day holiday. “Residential garbage, recycling and green waste will not be collected as usual on Thursday, July 4,” according to statement issued by the Logan Public Works Department. “The city landfill will also closed to the public on that day.”
Cedar City lets freedom ring with Independence Day parade
CEDAR CITY — Thousands of people lined the streets of downtown Cedar City on Thursday morning for Cedar Lion’s Club’s annual Independence Day parade. The procession featured dozens of patriotic entries, beginning with a color guard comprising Civil Air Patrol cadets and members of the Utah National Guard.
Jordan School District is 1 of 3 US districts honored for use of technology in education
WEST JORDAN — When Graham Bany first heard that the Jordan School District was planning to integrate generative artificial intelligence into K-12 classrooms, he didn't want to use it. "I really was apprehensive at first, but it was the digital coaching team that kind of encouraged trying it, trying...
'It's a good start': Jazz rookies arrive in Utah with something to prove
SALT LAKE CITY — Cody Williams can only remember a few things clearly since last Wednesday. There was hearing his name called at the draft, making him the 10th overall pick by the Utah Jazz; there was the celebratory handshake with his brother, and a happy dinner with his family. But the rest of it?
High Social Media Use Tied to Depression in Only Some Teens
TUESDAY, July 2, 2024 (HealthDay News) — High social media use is only tied to increased depression in teens who are already vulnerable, according to a study published online June 26 in the Journal of Adolescence. W. Justin Dyer, Ph.D., from Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah, and colleagues...
Utah to Face Intense Heatwave and Critical Fire Weather Conditions
Salt Lake City, UT – Utah is set to experience extreme weather conditions, with a significant heatwave and critical fire weather warnings issued for the coming days. According to the National Weather Service (NWS) Salt Lake City, a strengthening ridge of high pressure will bring dangerously high temperatures to southern Utah, starting Sunday. Afternoon highs are expected to reach between 110 and 115 degrees, with overnight lows remaining in the upper 70s. This Excessive Heat Warning will be in effect from 9 AM Sunday through 9 PM Tuesday, with the potential for further extensions.
Utah’s plan to retain Sundance Film Festival would split it between 2 cities
SALT LAKE CITY — It appears that Utah’s bid to retain the Sundance Film Festival beyond 2026 will focus on splitting it between its current home and its first one. Few details about Utah’s bid have been made available since the Utah Film Commission announced Utah had filed a request for proposal response to the Sundance Institute in May. The commission confirmed that it submitted a request-for-proposals response — to Sundance’s questions about the bid — on June 20, but it declined to offer many details about what’s in the request.
Firefighters urge caution after target shooting sparks fire in red flag conditions
TOOELE — Target shooters sparked a brush fire Wednesday that quickly spread to more than 15 acres, firefighters said. According to Utah Division of Forestry, Fire and State Lands spokesman Karl Hunt, the target shooters called 911, and dispatchers got local, state and federal crews out to the hillside northwest of Grantsville and southwest of Interstate 80.
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