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Lehi City Council discusses proposed 6.25% property tax increase
The Lehi City Council held a Truth in Taxation public hearingon August 20 to discuss a proposed property tax increase of 6.25percent to the current tax rate. The proposed annual tax increase on a residence valued at $564,000 would be $22.03, and the proposed annual tax increase on a business valued at $564,000 would be $40.04.
Hildale mayor: A positive reminder that anything is possible
ST. GEORGE — In the remote desert town of Hildale City a quiet revolution is underway. Once a place where unquestioned obedience and repression had long reigned, life is now filled with endless possibilities. At the helm of this change is Mayor Donia Jessop, a determined and focused leader who challenges convention, adapts to change, and strives to create a future for her community.
Historic B-29 aircraft set to visit Ogden in September, public has opportunity to ride
OGDEN -- A big visitor is set to make its way to Ogden next month. In a press release received by the Standard-Examiner, it was announced that "Doc" -- one of only two Boeing B-29 Superfortresses in airworthy condition -- will be stopping at Ogden-Hinkley Airport Sept. 23-26 as part of its History Restored Tour. Members of the public will have an opportunity to ride the historic aircraft.
Utah Overtakes Utah Valley with Exciting Comeback Win
SALT LAKE CITY – Utah Volleyball rallied for an explosive third set, igniting a come-from-behind 3-2 (19-25, 20-25, 25-9, 25-22, 15-11) win over the Utah Valley Wolverines. The Utes stormed back to take the third set, 25-9, posting a .652 hitting percentage, with 15 kills on 23 swings without an error.
Man found with 2 kilos of cocaine at St. George bus stop appears for sentencing
ST. GEORGE — A defendant was recently sentenced on felony drug distribution charges following a federal criminal interdiction operation that netted over 4 pounds of suspected cocaine at a Washington County bus stop in April. On Aug. 13, the defendant, 31-year-old Anthony Lamar Lewis, of Los Angeles, California, appeared...
Brush fire sparks near Toquerville, closes portion of SR-17
UPDATE: (8:27 a.m. Sunday) — Washington County crews estimated the fire at 200 to 300 acres early Sunday. The land threatened is state-owned and still no structures were being threatened. TOQUERVILLE, Washington County — A brush fire broke out Saturday night in Washington County. The fire is near...
Gordon Hayward praising the Jazz is flattering, but doesn't undo what he did
Shortly following his retirement, Gordon Hayward has begun to look back on his NBA career. Even though he had arguably the most unpleasant exit from the Utah Jazz, he still looks back pretty fondly on his time with the team. In an interview with Jazz podcaster JP Chunga, Hayward had...
Public closure of outdoor shooting range in Kaysville leaves hundreds confused
KAYSVILLE — A popular outdoor shooting range in Kaysville will close to the public on Sunday, and hundreds of users want to know why. The Wahsatch Shooters Association, which has managed the outdoor range for 30 years, announced its public closure on its website. The shooting range will only remain open for police training use.
BYU football season predictions: our picks for the Cougars' 2024 season
The countdown to BYU football is officially down to one week, and our excitement is finally reaching maximum capacity. We've got an interesting season ahead of us, as BYU is expected to be battling for bowl eligibility in their second season of Big 12 play. Now, with their first matchup against FCS foe, Southern Illinois, only a week away, we decided that there's no time like the present to put our misguided delusions on full display.
MaxPreps Top 25 high school football scores: No. 2 Bishop Gorman beats No. 11 St. Thomas Aquinas, 29-21
No. 18 Corner Canyon (Draper, Utah) just got its biggest win in program history with a 35-34 upset win over No. 3 IMG Academy (Bradenton, Fla.). After trailing 28-14 at halftime, the Chargers came out and scored 21 unanswered points and took their first lead of the game when five-star wide receiver Jerome Myles hauled in his third touchdown of the night to make it 35-28 with 4:45 left.
'This is my light' — Davis County orchestra brings free music to community
LAYTON — Jonathan Nish, who works as a criminal defense lawyer during the day, says being director of a community symphony gives him a respite from the darkness. For director Jonathan Nish, who works as a criminal defense lawyer during the day, the Skyward Symphony provides a respite from the darkness.
Beloved Salt Lake City ‘Partygrass’ Band Pixie and the Partygrass Boys Announce Self-Titled Album Out via Americana Vibes on November 8
Salt Lake City-based beloved purveyors of bluegrass, skiing, and silly outfits, Pixie and the Partygrass Boys have announced a new-self titled album, their second album to be released by Americana Vibes due out on November 8, 2024. Hot off the heels of the success of their genre-defying cover album, The Chicken Coop, Vol. 1, the band delivers the same energy on the upcoming record with a carefully curated song selection that showcases every member’s talent through breathtaking solos, clever lyricism, and memorable arrangements. To celebrate, the group has released the first single off of the album entitled “Wild and Free.” Listen to “Wild and Free” HERE and pre-order & pre-save the album HERE.
Lehi Pioneers shut out Desert Hills Thunder in St. George
The Lehi High School football team used stout defense and an effective-enough offense to blank the Thunder 35-0 in St. George on Friday (Aug. 23). The margin could have been much worse as the Pioneers committed some costly mistakes in the contest and made two fruitless trips into the red zone, but they were comfortable enough to play much of the game with reserves and rolled to a big win.
Bountiful extends winning streak with hard-fought victory over Farmington
BOUNTIFUL — Bountiful continued its strong start to the season with a thrilling 17-12 victory over Farmington in a much-anticipated rivalry game Friday night. The matchup, held at Bountiful High, was charged with energy as both teams entered the game with something to prove. Bountiful, riding high after a 27-9 season-opening win over Herriman, aimed to maintain their momentum, while Farmington sought redemption following a tough loss to Roy.
Fee increases proposed for campground at Lees Ferry, public comment open
Glen Canyon National Recreation Area officials are seeking public comments until Sept. 9 regarding a proposed fee increase for the Lees Ferry Campground. According to a National Park Service press release, the proposed increase would raise the current fee of $20 per site/per night to $26 per site/per night starting in January 2025.
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