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The Hillbilly Thomists to play free show at St. Mary’s Social Hall Friday
The Hillbilly Thomists, a band of Dominican friars who make bluegrass music together, are playing a free show at St. Mary’s Social Hall in Park City on Friday at 6:30 p.m. All eight members are working friars with active ministries/humanitarian causes outside of music — many are university chaplains, one feeds unhoused people in NYC’s Washington Square Park, one is a theology author and president of Pontifical University of St. Thomas Aquinas in Rome.
Sandhurst Fire now 82% contained, cause remains undetermined
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, July 22, 2024 (Gephardt Daily) — The Sandhurst Fire burning near Ensign Peak was 82% contained Monday evening, though its cause remained unknown, state wildfire officials said. Crews made good progress on the 204-acre fire Monday, increasing containment from just 10% Sunday evening. “Fire behavior...
Egyptian Theatre not on venue list for 2025 Sundance Film Festival
The Sundance Film Festival has released the initial details for the 2025 edition starting Jan. 23 in Park City and Salt Lake City. Festival screening venues in Park City include the Eccles Center, the recently shuttered Holiday Village Cinemas, The Ray and the new Megaplex Theatres under renovation in Kimball Junction.
Jazz hesitate on Markkanen trade amid NBA frenzy; Spurs and Warriors circle
Since the start of free agency on June 30, Lauri Markkanen, the star forward for the Jazz, has been at the center of trade discussions throughout the NBA. By some accounts, however, given his complex contract extension situation, it appears the Jazz have decided to wait before deciding if they’re willing to part ways with him at this time. From the outside, most analysts would agree that it makes the most sense to trade him at the trade deadline next February than it does now.
What is that red smoke fire fighters drop on wildfires?
SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) — Salt Lakers watched as firefighters battled the Sandhurst Fire as it burned over 200 acres near Ensign Peak just above the Utah State Capitol over the weekend. Among their efforts, low-flying planes could be seen dropping what appeared to be red smoke onto the...
ESPN reporter's home threatened by wildfire
Holly Rowe did an excellent job being at the forefront of ESPN’s coverage for the WNBA All-Star Weekend. And if you hadn’t been on social media or seen her message on X (formerly Twitter), you wouldn’t have known that Rowe was doing while overburdened by things beyond her control. While in Phoenix for the weekend’s Read more... The post Holly Rowe covered WNBA All-Star Game while neighborhood battled wildfire appeared first on Awful Announcing.
Elder David A. Bednar named grand marshal for Days of ’47 Parade
SALT LAKE CITY — As a apostle for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Elder David A. Bednar and his wife, Susan, have traveled around the world. In addition to being a husband and a father, Elder Bednar has served in many callings in his years in church leadership.
Tragedy Strikes As Utah State Football Player Andre Seldon Jr. Dies in Drowning Incident
Heartbreaking news: Utah State football player Andre Seldon Jr. tragically passed away in an apparent drowning incident at Porcupine Reservoir. The sad news was confirmed by the school, leaving the Aggie community in mourning over the loss of a promising young talent. According to local reports, the incident unfolded on Saturday afternoon. Witnesses reported a ... Read more The post Tragedy Strikes As Utah State Football Player Andre Seldon Jr. Dies in Drowning Incident appeared first on Hollywood Unlocked .
West contender has 'considered signing' Jazz free agent Talen Horton-Tucker: Report
There has not been a lot of noise surrounding Utah Jazz free agent Talen Horton-Tucker. After once being seen as part of the Lakers' future, Horton-Tucker's NBA future may very well be in doubt. However, it appears one West contender may potentially add him. NBA Insider Marc Stein reported that...
Utah Thunderstorm Alert at 2 PM: Heavy Rain and Hail Expected in St. George
Salt Lake City, UT – Residents in southwestern Utah should brace for severe thunderstorms this afternoon, with risks of heavy rain, lightning, gusty winds, and possible hail. The National Weather Service in Salt Lake City has issued an alert indicating that these weather conditions will be concentrated in areas such as St. George, Santa Clara, Ivins, and Cedar City after 2 p.m.
DWR: See Hummingbirds Up Close At Northeastern Utah Event
Hummingbirds are currently migrating through Utah making it a great time to catch a glimpse of these incredible birds. The DWR is partnering with retired Bureau of Land Management Biologist Terry Tolbert and U.S. Forest Service Biologist Lisa Young to host a hummingbird banding demonstration on Saturday, August 3rd from 7 to 11am. The free event will be held at the Red Canyon Lodge at 2450 Red Canyon Road in Dutch John. “It’s a rare and unique opportunity to see Utah’s tiniest pollinating birds in hand, while watching biologists gather baseline data to determine strategies for conserving these birds, their habitat and future research needs,” shares DWR Northeastern Region Outreach Manager Tonya Kieffer-Selby. “The population status of many hummingbird species is unknown. These banding efforts help educate our local community, and also help us collect information that may be crucial for making future conservation and management decisions.” Space is limited so participants are asked to sign up in advance on Eventbrite. Learn more at wildlife.utah.gov.
Park City police told of a bloodied deer
The Park City Police Department in mid-July received a wildlife-related report that involved a bloody scene. The case was logged on July 18 at 7:12 p.m. on Marsac Avenue, apparently in the area of Empire Pass. The police were told of a deer “in the road” and that there was blood everywhere. The scene was close to residences, according to public police logs.
Win Tickets to the Sold-Out Park City Song Summit 2024
Enter to win tickets to the weekend-long event with headliners My Morning Jacket, Nathaniel Rateliff, and Mavis Staples. Win Tickets to the Sold-Out Park City Song Summit 2024 Consequence Staff
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