Arianne Brown

Cedar City youth unveil mural symbolizing growth and kindness

Arianne Brown, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 9 - 3:04 p.m.

Youth at the Southwest Utah Youth Center in Cedar City unveiled a mural they created that depicts their journey and what they hope for the future. The mural is part of a curriculum taught by Utah-based nonprofit One Kind Act A Day.

Officials urge safety after third drowning at Sand Hollow this summer

Arianne Brown, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 8 - 7:15 a.m.

Officials are urging safety after seeing a third drowning at Sand Hollow this summer.

Beaver golf course bans golf carts, cites irrigation issues due to fire, flooding

Arianne Brown, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 7 - 7:33 a.m.

Canyon Breeze Golf Course in Beaver initiated a golf cart ban, citing irrigation issues caused by widespread fire and flooding.

Utah rural leaders gather for 2026 One Utah Summit in Cedar City

Arianne Brown, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 5 - 1:02 p.m.

Members of Utah's rural communities have made their way to Southern Utah University for the 2026 One Utah Summit, bringing together leaders, innovators, and business owners from across the state.

Hildale city officials propose large tax increase, cite critical needs in police, fire departments

Arianne Brown, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 5 - 11:36 a.m.

Hildale residents may face a 167.79% property tax increase for 2027, with the city citing critical needs in its police and fire departments.

Have you seen this? Woman plays volleyball while singing Dolly Parton

Arianne Brown, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 3 - 3:27 p.m.

I'm a sucker for a good Dolly Parton song. So, without further ado, please enjoy this rendition of "Jolene" featuring "Wilson" (or insert your favorite volleyball brand name here).

From open-heart surgery to singing about family history: how a Utah teacher is using her voice

Arianne Brown, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 2 - 12:02 p.m.

After losing and regaining her voice following heart surgery, a Utah teacher and singer uses music to preserve family stories and inspire storytelling.

Paiute tribe disputes claims by town of Springdale over trail-use agreement

Arianne Brown, KSL  |  Posted Aug. 1 - 10:38 p.m.

A trail use agreement between the town of Springdale and the Paiute Indian Tribe of Utah is in dispute, though city officials said they are working toward a resolution.

Latter-day Saint author, poet Carol Lynn Pearson dies at age 86

Arianne Brown, KSL  |  Posted July 31 - 6:35 p.m.

Celebrated author, poet and performer Carol Lynn Pearson died Wednesday of uterine cancer at the age of 86.

Cedar City Arts Council brings art to locals through community art walk

Arianne Brown, KSL  |  Posted July 31 - 2:32 p.m.

The Cedar City Arts Council's free Final Friday Art Walk, featuring local and regional artists, returns Friday, July 31.

Truck struck by lightning on I-15 in southern Utah Wednesday afternoon

Arianne Brown, KSL  |  Posted July 29 - 6:58 p.m.

A truck was struck by lightning on I-15 in southern Utah Wednesday afternoon. No injuries were reported. The truck, a 2021 Ford F-150, was deemed a total loss.

'She was so loved': Community holds vigil for former Miss American Fork who died Sunday

Arianne Brown, KSL  |  Posted July 28 - 10:38 p.m.

Brynn Carnesecca's mother, Michelle Carnesecca, said she'd like her daughter to be remembered for the "amazing life she lived."

'When life gives you bananas': Couple reflects on 3 years of turning prank into thriving business

Arianne Brown, KSL  |  Posted July 28 - 5:55 p.m.

St. George woman serving church mission competes on 'American Ninja Warrior'

Arianne Brown, KSL  |  Posted July 25 - 2:05 p.m.

For the past four seasons, Anna McArthur has competed on "American Ninja Warrior." This year, however, she was on a mission. Literally.

Gavels to withstand Wall Street: How one Utah man made a living

Arianne Brown, KSL  |  Posted July 24 - 11:55 a.m.

For the past 30 years, David Giles has been carving gavels out of his little Gavel Store in Springville — many of which have made it into the hands of some very influential people.

'Carved and painted with the finger of God': An Ohio farmer's viral moment at Bryce Canyon

Arianne Brown, KSL  |  Posted July 24 - 6:00 a.m.

Adam Bowles was visiting Bryce Canyon National Park with his family when he met a man who made the experience even more memorable. That moment has been viewed over 1 million times.

Have You Seen This? Mountain biker rock-hops '(almost) impossible hill'

Arianne Brown, KSL  |  Posted July 21 - 3:33 p.m.

Running up a mountain and biking up a mountain are not only two very different skill sets, but they require a whole other set of muscles, and much larger levels of lung capacity.

Utah woman speaks out after losing husband to post-sepsis syndrome

Arianne Brown, KSL  |  Posted July 21 - 8:07 a.m.

Stefani Ellison, of Cedar City, lost her husband Stephen Ellison one year ago to suicide, due largely to post-sepsis syndrome. She hopes sharing their story will help others.

'I just keep climbing': How Utah man turns tragedies into gratitude each week on Pfeifferhorn

Arianne Brown, KSL  |  Posted July 20 - 8:01 a.m.

Peter Van Horn, 61, climbs Pfeifferhorn weekly, finding solace after personal tragedies, including near-death experience, sibling loss and a years-long struggle with drug abuse.

Orem couple with 11 children share journey helping Ukraine amid ongoing crisis

Arianne Brown, KSL  |  Posted July 18 - 5:03 p.m.

Sara and Sasha Pachev of Orem travel twice a year to Ukraine for humanitarian efforts, leaving their 11 children and two grandchildren behind. They also donate money regularly.

Heartwarming reunion: UHP returns lost Spider-Man shoe to toddler

Arianne Brown, KSL  |  Posted July 17 - 8:03 p.m.

A toddler and his Spider-Man shoe were reunited thanks to the quick and friendly action of a Utah Highway Patrol officer.

St. George receives $23.5M federal grant for I-15 underpasses

Arianne Brown, KSL  |  Posted July 17 - 10:11 a.m.

The city of St. George announced Thursday that it has received a $23.5 million grant toward two I-15 underpasses located at 400 East and 900 South.

'Can hot dogs be art?' How one southern Utah museum is celebrating National Hot Dog day

Arianne Brown, KSL  |  Posted July 15 - 10:34 a.m.

The Southern Utah Museum of Art is hosting its fourth annual celebration of National Hot Dog Day by showcasing a unique piece of art it has had in its collection since 1979 — in conjunction with some real life, edible hot dogs, of course.

Iron County Commission postpones meeting that was scheduled 'before Constantine was emperor'

Arianne Brown, KSL  |  Posted July 15 - 8:34 a.m.

The Iron County Commission moves to postpone its July 13 meeting due to technical error that set the meeting "before Constantine was emperor" in the year 226.

11-year-old southern Utah boy to represent Team USA at BMX Racing World Championships

Arianne Brown, KSL  |  Posted July 14 - 5:00 p.m.

Eleven-year-old Gavin Hernandez, of Hurricane, Washington County, will represent Team USA at the BMX Racing World Championships in Brisbane, Australia, this weekend.