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SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — The Utah Hockey Club named Chris Armstrong president of hockey operations Tuesday, making him the latest agency veteran to run an NHL team. Armstrong spent nearly 14 years at Wasserman, most recently serving as executive vice president of talent innovation and strategic development. He takes over control of the NHL […]

ST. GEORGE — Police reported that a driver was cited after allegedly hitting a bicycle in a crosswalk on Thursday afternoon. Shortly after 2 p.m., emergency responders were dispatched to an incident involving a youth bicycle rider struck by a vehicle in a crosswalk. The vehicle was allegedly traveling on 800 E., approaching the intersection […]

ST. GEORGE — Two Washington County men suspected of operating an unlicensed money transfer scheme to fraudulently convert bulk cash into cryptocurrency have been indicted in federal court. The primary suspect faces a second indictment filed in a separate scheme that authorities allege defrauded investors out of more than $2.5 million. The defendant, 52-year-old Brian […]

ST. GEORGE — Lilliana Rogers lost her father to cancer when she was just 16. The loss was devastating, naturally, and one that has inspired the Utah Tech graduate to dedicate her life to helping others cope with loss. Rogers’ father, Randy Rogers, was diagnosed with myelodysplastic syndrome and leukemia while Lilliana was in high […]

View our evening newscast for Thursday, June 20, in the video player above, then read the full stories below. Full story links: Police: Suspect in Washington City homicide has no remorse after killing parents and shooting at brother Traveling to Tinseltown? SkyWest offers upcoming flights from St. George to Los Angeles A day at the […]

BEAVER — The Little Twist wildfire has reached 10% containment due to the efforts of regional fire crews. According to a Central Utah Fire Interagency media update, aerial resources continue to be utilized to minimize fire spread in remote and inaccessible areas. “All available strategies and tactics are being implemented as we move towards increased […]

CONTRIBUTED CONTENT — Amid Cache Valley Bank’s expanding footprint across Utah, anticipation mounts for the opening of its inaugural branch in Iron County. “We are very excited to offer community banking services in the Cedar City area,” Cache Valley Bank CEO John T. Jones said. “We feel like with the economic development happening in the […]

ST. GEORGE — The two victims in a double homicide in Washington City on Tuesday have been identified as the parents of the suspect in the case, according to the police report of the shooting deaths. Authorities say the suspect, 28-year-old Mia Bailey, admitted to killing her parents and attempting to kill her brother and […]

ST. GEORGE — Recreators and outdoor enthusiasts alike headed to the North Rim this summer need will need to cross off Bright Angel Point Trail from their list of things to do. Beginning Friday, June 21, theBright Angel Point Trail on the North Rim leading to Bright Angel Point will be closed for construction. This […]

CONTRIBUTED CONTENT — June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness about these conditions and explore ways to prevent them. One important factor to consider is hearing loss, which, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, plays a significant role in the development of dementia. In fact, 40% of […]