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Proposed 200K-acre project aims to reduce 'intense wildfires' in southern Utah
Alysha Lundgren, St. George News | Posted Jan. 12 - 10:01 p.m. | Save Story
The U.S. Forest Service proposed a fuels reduction project covering over 200,000 acres in southern Utah and is seeking the public's input.
Vandalism reports at St. George parks over holiday caused thousands in damages
Cody Blowers, St. George News | Posted Jan. 12 - 6:38 p.m. | Save Story
A string of incidents reported over the recent holiday break have left several parks across St. George with thousands in damages and costly repairs.
'Dark skies and sparkling stars': Filmmaker wins award for work in Beaver County
Stephanie DeGraw, St. George News | Posted Jan. 12 - 9:03 a.m. | Save Story
Capturing the charm of Beaver County has earned a Utah film company the esteemed Davey Award in the Travel & Tourism category for its promotional videos.
Southern Utah's largest resort scraps arena plan, but prepares to host LPGA and build water park
Katie Workman for KSL.com | Posted Jan. 11 - 1:04 p.m. | Save Story
Black Desert has scrapped its idea to build an arena, for now, but construction continues for a water park and to host the LPGA Tour.
Investigation leads to arrest of alleged informant after police raid Cedar City gym
Tracie Sullivan, St. George News | Posted Jan. 10 - 8:37 p.m. | Save Story
Police raided Retro Fitness on Wednesday, shutting down the gym for hours as they searched for evidence of alleged drug-related activities and reportedly searched guests at the facility, which law enforcement said was done with consent.
Residents speak out against proposed land use rules in San Juan County
Daniel Woodruff, KSL-TV | Posted Jan. 10 - 5:44 p.m. | Save Story
Residents packed a meeting in San Juan County to voice concerns about proposed rules for how property owners can use their land.
Police pursue, stop semi near Beaver just before it catches fire
Jenny Rollins for KSL.com | Posted Jan. 9 - 8:37 p.m. | Save Story
Utah Highway Patrol and Sevier County police pursued and stopped a semitruck just before it burst into flames late Thursday afternoon.
Man gets consecutive sentences for killing 2-year-old stepdaughter in child abuse case
Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com | Updated Jan. 9 - 5:11 p.m. | Save Story
Randy Lessing was sentenced to prison on Tuesday in an emotional hearing where the mother of the 2-year-old child who died spoke about her grief and the judge encouraged Lessing to take accountability.
Man accused of raping teen in motor home at Cedar City shopping center
Jeff Richards, St. George News | Posted Jan. 6 - 10:28 p.m. | Save Story
A 31-year-old man was arrested in Cedar City on the afternoon of Jan. 2 after police say he raped a 14-year-old girl while inside a motor home at a shopping center parking lot.
Intoxicated man accused of stabbing 2 in southern Utah
Pat Reavy, KSL.com | Posted Jan. 6 - 11:00 a.m. | Save Story
A Washington County man is facing charges of attempted murder after allegedly stabbing two people Friday night.
St. George reaches settlement with drag show group after dust-up over permit denials
Ashley Imlay, KSL.com | Posted Jan. 5 - 11:43 a.m. | Save Story
St. George and the drag show performers who filed a federal lawsuit against the city in 2023 after a dust-up over the denial of venue permits have reached a settlement, according to new court filings.
St. George Mexican restaurant commemorates 50 years of flavor, family and friendship
Jessi Bang, St. George News | Posted Jan. 4 - 8:21 a.m. | Save Story
A St. George icon passed a half-century of memories, anchored by the matriarch who started it all many years ago.
Town at border of Zion National Park examining how to promote visitation without cars
Stephanie McGraw, St. George News | Posted Jan. 3 - 9:35 p.m. | Save Story
Preserving the quality of life near Zion National Park has always been a priority. Now a consultant has been hired to see if cars can be eliminated from the equation.
Suspicious travel story ends in the arrest of St. George couple on drug charges
Cody Blowers, St. George News | Posted Jan. 3 - 10:58 a.m. | Save Story
A suspicious travel story and a K-9 alert during a traffic stop in St. George led to the arrest of a local couple after a distributable amount of suspected marijuana and psychedelic mushrooms was allegedly found in their vehicle.
Arizona man faces Utah charges accusing him of kidnapping 12-year-old girl
Pat Reavy, KSL.com | Posted Jan. 2 - 4:07 p.m. | Save Story
An Arizona man has been arrested in southern Utah and accused of kidnapping a 12-year-old girl.
'Blessing a stranger': St. George women surprise servers at annual donation event
Nick Fiala, St. George News | Posted Jan. 2 - 8:45 a.m. | Save Story
Two St. George servers received an unexpected surprise at work when a group of approximately 20 women took part in an annual event dubbed "Tip-A-Server" at the St. George Olive Garden.
17-year-old girl rescued after falling while hiking on the Red Reef trail
Mori Kessler, St. George News | Posted Dec. 31 - 6:34 p.m. | Save Story
Members of the Washington County Sheriff's Search and Rescue team were sent to an area of the Red Cliffs Desert Reserve near Leeds on Monday, where a teenage hiker fell from a trail.
Utah reservoirs average 75% full; St. George area abnormally dry
Alex Cabrero, KSL-TV | Posted Dec. 29 - 10:41 a.m. | Save Story
While the warm weather might feel nice in southern Utah, it's coming at a price for the reservoirs in the area.
Southern Utah bus system launching app, media campaign for newest route
Katie Workman for KSL.com | Posted Dec. 28 - 8:43 a.m. | Save Story
Southern Utah residents will soon be able to track buses and buy tickets on an app and will start seeing ads for the system's newest route between St. George and Zion National Park.
Friends, family raising support for woman injured in St. George on I-15 rollover
Nick Fiala, St. George News | Posted Dec. 27 - 10:31 p.m. | Save Story
The friends and family of Claudia Gutierrez Venable are raising money to pay for the medical care she is receiving for critical injuries sustained in a recent car crash.
Man arrested on Navajo Nation in Utah in fatal shooting of a Colorado boy on tribal lands
Colleen Slevin, Associated Press | Posted Dec. 26 - 6:34 p.m. | Save Story
A man has been arrested in the fatal shooting of a 7-year-old boy on a tribal reservation in Colorado earlier this month. Police on the Navajo Nation in Utah said 23-year-old Jeremiah Hight was taken into custody Tuesday.
Pacca bag and go: St. George couple redefines travel gear for families
Jessi Bang, St. George News | Posted Dec. 26 - 9:10 a.m. | Save Story
A St. George travel family has turned their globetrotting adventures into what could be a game-changing creation: the ultimate travel bag for kids, making family travel easier than ever.
New money to help Zion National Park, a US favorite
Amy Joi O'Donoghue, Deseret News | Posted Dec. 25 - 11:54 a.m. | Save Story
Zion National Park outside of Springdale is one of Utah's most popular parks, as well as one of the nation's jewels.
BLM plans new campground in one of Cedar Canyon's 'most scenic locations'
Alysha Lundgren, St. George News | Posted Dec. 23 - 7:37 p.m. | Save Story
Initially proposed as a day-use site, 55 acres of land in Cedar Canyon was recently approved for the construction of a new campground.
Aspens to Ashes: This St. George artist turns wood burning into an art form
Jessi Bang, St. George News | Posted Dec. 23 - 10:09 a.m. | Save Story
From Celtic knot teardrop earrings to intricate coasters and tabletop art, this St. George artist uses her fiery touch and artistic flair to transform wood into one-of-a-kind creations.
Woman in critical condition after driving off I-15 ramp at Dixie Drive
Nick Fiala, St. George News | Posted Dec. 23 - 7:31 a.m. | Save Story
First responders were dispatched to the overpass connecting West Dixie Drive and Interstate 15 at southbound exit 5 on Sunday.
Southern Utah sixth graders donate over $1,600 to family of injured cyclist
Nick Fiala, St. George News | Posted Dec. 22 - 7:09 a.m. | Save Story
A group of sixth-grade girls from Washington Fields Intermediate School raised over $1,600 for a family in need.
Book 'em Dan-O: Iron County's newest K-9 is ready for action
Jeff Richards, St. George News | Posted Dec. 21 - 7:44 a.m. | Save Story
Dan-O, Iron County's newest K-9 officer, is fresh out of his certification training and is eager to start working, his fellow law enforcement officers said.
Former credit union manager accused of stealing more than $200,000
Pat Reavy, KSL.com | Posted Dec. 20 - 8:05 p.m. | Save Story
A man who resigned as manager of a southern Utah credit union earlier this year is accused of stealing more than $200,000.
Lawmakers disapprove of federal decision to endorse southern Utah highway alternative
Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com | Posted Dec. 20 - 7:32 p.m. | Save Story
A federal decision issued Friday on a proposed highway in Washington County "blatantly disregards" Utah voices and the law, Utah's congressional delegation says.
Prosecutors decline to file charges in Duchesne High basketball assault case
Daniel Woodruff, KSL-TV | Posted Dec. 19 - 10:32 p.m. | Save Story
Iron County prosecutors opted not to pursue any assault charges against any members of the Duchesne High boys' basketball team, it was announced Thursday.
Duo scenarios heard at preliminary hearing for St. George man accused of killing wife
Cody Blowers, St. George News | Posted Dec. 19 - 4:09 p.m. | Save Story
A St. George man suspected of murdering his wife recently appeared in 5th District Court for a preliminary hearing, where additional details of what transpired and autopsy results were outlined before the judge.
Utah group sues state leaders, alleging its federal public lands lawsuit is 'unlawful'
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Dec. 18 - 7:13 p.m. | Save Story
The Southern Utah Wilderness Alliance has filed a motion asserting that Utah's lawsuit against the federal government seeking about 18.5 million acres of "unappropriated" public land is unlawful.
Officials celebrate new I-15 interchange in Washington, marking end of $78M project
Mori Kessler, St. George News | Posted Dec. 18 - 2:33 p.m. | Save Story
A ribbon was cut in Washington, Washington County, on a chilly Tuesday morning, celebrating the completion of the Main Street/Exit 12 highway interchange project.
Utah appeals court affirms murder conviction for man who shot, killed his neighbor
Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com | Posted Dec. 18 - 11:04 a.m. | Save Story
On Dec. 12, the Utah Court of Appeals affirmed the conviction of Bradly Hunt who shot and killed his neighbor in Washington County after asking the man to stay away.
'Disgusting': Judge sentences former airline pilot to prison in Cedar City revenge porn case
Jeff Richards, St. George News | Posted Dec. 18 - 8:01 a.m. | Save Story
A former commercial airline pilot who pleaded guilty to 10 felony counts after posting nude photographs of his ex-girlfriend on "revenge porn" websites, in addition to stalking and sexually extorting her, has been sentenced to prison.
2 bucks illegally killed in Iron County prompt Utah investigation
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Dec. 17 - 4:09 p.m. | Save Story
Utah wildlife conservation officers are asking for the public's help as they investigate a pair of recent poaching cases near each other in Iron County.
Set designer builds experience hotel for sci-fi enthusiasts in Utah
Mike Anderson, KSL-TV | Posted Dec. 17 - 1:32 p.m. | Save Story
Travis Chambers is building his dream about 45 minutes west of Cedar City. It's what he calls a 'micro-resort experience,' named Outpost-X, a sort of movie set that you can stay in.
Dallas Cowboys cheerleader connects with Utah teen, spreading alopecia awareness
Deja Brown and Mary Culbertson, KSL TV | Posted Dec. 16 - 3:40 p.m. | Save Story
A Dallas Cowboys cheerleader with alopecia connected with a 17-year-old girl from St. George, hoping to raise awareness for the autoimmune disease.
Police: Charges mount for suspected serial storage unit burglar
Cody Blowers, St. George News | Posted Dec. 16 - 12:34 p.m. | Save Story
Charges mount for a suspected serial burglar arrested last month who was reportedly tied to more than 145 storage unit break-ins in St. George and over 80 in Washington, police said.
Suspected drug dealer arrested following task force bust in Cedar City
Jeff Richards, St. George News | Posted Dec. 14 - 6:23 p.m. | Save Story
Narcotics task force agents arrested a suspected drug dealer in Cedar City earlier this week.
Duo works to spread Christmas spirit to St. George veterans
E. George Goold, St. George News | Posted Dec. 14 - 8:35 a.m. | Save Story
Two St. George women are working hard this year to expand their Christmas tree for veterans program, aiming to spread the Christmas spirit to those who need it most.
St. George man wins Dubai World Obstacle Championships, sets world record
Jeff Richards, St. George News | Posted Dec. 13 - 8:04 p.m. | Save Story
A 19-year old from St. George captured the top spot at the World Obstacle Championships and broke a world record in the process.
Recent petroglyph damage highlights 'disrespectful' Utah issue, experts say
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Dec. 13 - 6:16 a.m. | Save Story
Local, state, federal and tribal agencies hope a land vandalism case in Utah serves as a teachable moment for the millions of people who recreate in Utah's outdoors.
Southern Utah family of 9 loses everything in devastating house fire
Dan Rascon, KSL-TV | Posted Dec. 12 - 4:01 p.m. | Save Story
A southern Utah family of nine lost everything in a devastating house fire just weeks before Christmas, in the small town of Enterprise
Man who tried to kill terminally ill wife sentenced to home confinement
Pat Reavy, KSL.com | Posted Dec. 12 - 1:27 p.m. | Save Story
A southern Utah man convicted of choking his terminally ill wife was sentenced Thursday to five months of home confinement and three years of probation.
Friends, family pay tribute to Evans Hairstyling College founder Dale J. Evans
Jeff Richards, St. George News | Posted Dec. 11 - 10:04 p.m. | Save Story
Tributes and condolences have been pouring in for longtime Cedar City resident Dale J. Evans, who died last week at age 88 in front of the Evans Hairstyling College that he founded.
Polygamous sect leader gets 50 years in prison in scheme to orchestrate sex involving children
Jacques Billeaud and Anita Snow, Associated Press | Posted Dec. 10 - 6:19 a.m. | Save Story
A polygamist leader in Arizona has been sentenced to 50 years in prison. Samuel Bateman had pleaded guilty to claiming more than 20 spiritual "wives," including 10 underage girls.
Woman faces obstruction charges for helping wanted man with $100K warrant, police say
Cody Blowers, St. George News | Posted Dec. 9 - 7:33 a.m. | Save Story
One woman is in custody on suspicion of obstruction of justice following the arrest of a second suspect wanted on a $100,000 warrant issued out of Washington County.
Man arrested after grabbing woman in St. George parking garage, police say
Pat Reavy, KSL.com | Posted Dec. 8 - 4:02 p.m. | Save Story
A Utah man was arrested in St. George Thursday after police say he followed a woman in a parking garage and grabbed her from behind as she tried to get into her car.
Rep. Celeste Maloy and Sen. Mike Lee work to hand control of federal lands back to Utah
Gitanjali Poonia, Deseret News | Posted Dec. 7 - 4:24 p.m. | Save Story
Earlier this week, the U.S. House passed a bill — the Utah State Parks Adjustment Act — that could revert ownership of three parcels of federal land to Utah.
Utah inmate accused of forcing woman into sex work
Pat Reavy, KSL.com | Posted Dec. 6 - 6:33 p.m. | Save Story
A man incarcerated in southern Utah is facing additional charges for allegedly forcing a woman into prostitution to make money for him.
Cosmetology school founder trapped under car, dies from injuries in Cedar City
Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com | Updated Dec. 6 - 4:30 p.m. | Save Story
An 88-year-old man was killed after getting trapped beneath a vehicle in Cedar City on Wednesday.
Iron County Sheriff's Office lieutenant resigns amid misconduct allegations
Tracie Sullivan, St. George News | Posted Dec. 6 - 4:23 p.m. | Save Story
An Iron County Sheriff's Office lieutenant has resigned amid allegations of hazing and a hostile work environment, following an internal investigation that began after reports of misconduct.
Kanab police chief hit pedestrian in crosswalk, UHP says
Daniel Woodruff, KSL-TV | Posted Dec. 5 - 2:07 p.m. | Save Story
A southern Utah police chief was involved in an auto-pedestrian crash last month that left one man seriously injured, the Utah Highway Patrol confirmed.
Brian Head officials share additional details about collision that injured 7-year-old skier
Jeff Richards, St. George News | Posted Dec. 4 - 8:37 a.m. | Save Story
Brian Head Marshal's Office on Tuesday provided additional details regarding last weekend's skiing collision that sent a 7-year-old boy to the hospital with serious injuries.
Washington County's scarce housing complicated by increase in short-term rentals
Stephanie DeGraw, St. George News | Posted Dec. 3 - 10:31 p.m. | Save Story
Securing affordable housing in Washington County can feel like finding a unicorn, some say. To combat this, county officials are developing new ways to address housing challenges.
Arrest made in Utah petroglyph defacement case, feds say
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Updated Dec. 3 - 12:04 p.m. | Save Story
A woman was arrested in connection with a land vandalism case near the Utah-Arizona border, which left damage to a petroglyph panel believed to be thousands of years old.
