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SOUTHERN UTAH — The weekend is almost here, and that means it’s time to look for adventure — whether it’s something fun, inspiring, educational or entertaining. Take advantage of our snapshot of Southern Utah events and activities to enjoy with family and friends, and keep the adventure going all weekend long! Watch TGIF Show co-hosts […]

View our evening newscast for Wednesday, May 1, in the video player above, then read the full stories below. Full story links: Police search for suspects after diamonds stolen from St. George jewelry store Utah Gov. Cox gives local communities one year to make progress on less expensive starter homes Multiple agencies respond to ruckus […]

Ed. note: This article is published through the Colorado River Collaborative, a solutions journalism initiative supported by the Janet Quinney Lawson Institute for Land, Water, and Air at Utah State University. See all our stories about how Utahns are impacted by the Colorado River at greatsaltlakenews.org. ST. GEORGE — The award-winning Great Salt Lake Collaborative […]

OPINION — As the mayor of one of Washington County’s largest cities, I’m frequently asked about our current water situation. The short answer is that we have had another great water year. Snowpack is 120% of median, local reservoirs are near full capacity, and our per capita water use has decreased significantly. This year’s snowpack […]

ST. GEORGE — The Bureau of Land Management recently reported that, for the third consecutive year, populations of wild horses and burros inhabiting the semi-arid plains, deserts, prairies, grasslands and badlands of the American West are experiencing a decline. The most recent data from BLM indicates that as of March 1, there are an estimated […]

CEDAR CITY —Officials broke ground Monday for Central Iron County Water Conservancy District’s new maintenance and office building. Located on a 10-acre site at 710 South Westview Drive, the new facility is expected to be completed within one year, said Paul Monroe, the water conservancy district’s general manager. “Our new building will serve as a […]

Question: My daughter is going through a divorce. She is living with me. She has an 18-month-old daughter. She is pregnant, and she is suffering from daily migraines. Do you have any suggestions for managing stress and parenting in her/our situation? Answer: This is one of those situations when the lines between parent and child […]

ST. GEORGE — Gov. Spencer Cox put cities and counties in Southern Utah and the rest of the state on notice Tuesday. Start approving smaller lots for starter homes or the state may force their hand. Speaking to members of the Southern Utah Home Builders Association during a luncheon at the St. George Hilton Garden […]

View our evening newscast for Tuesday, April 30, in the video player above, then read the full stories below. Full story links: Cedar City Bike Works collective celebrates 4-year anniversary with ribbon-cutting at new shop Rider dies following motorcycle crash in St. George Tandem bike riders taken to hospital after hitting deer near entrance to […]

SALT LAKE CITY — Several candidates running for Utah Governor in 2024 have amassed sizeable war chests ahead of this weekend’s Republican and Democratic State Nominating Conventions. Incumbent Republican Spencer Cox’s campaign is sitting on nearly $1 million despite raising less than Democrat Brian King during the first months of the year. Republican challenger Phil […]