Category — Salt Lake City, Utah
Utah senator-grading bill ready for signature
11 March 2010 - Utah Update
Utah’s U.S. Senators have just been put on notice that their political parties and legislative caucuses back home will be grading their performance on states rights issues.
Hatch, McCain reach agreement on dietary supplements
11 March 2010 - Utah Update
Washington » Senators have reached an agreement on more modest dietary supplement safeguards that would make it easier to crackdown on products that could hurt people.
Utah senate rejects animal euthanasia standards
11 March 2010 - Utah Update
The Utah Senate on Thursday rejected a bill setting standard euthanasia methods for animal shelters. HB185 failed the Senate in its final vote, 15-9.
Herbert expects to approve $1 per-pack tobacco tax
11 March 2010 - Utah Update
Gov. Gary Herbert indicated Thursday he almost certainly will not use his veto pen to block a $1 per pack increase in Utah’s tobacco tax, saying to do so would undermine his efforts to protect public education.
Utah lawmakers urge health care transparency
11 March 2010 - Utah Update
In an era when one can find anything on the Internet, health care should not be far behind, according to Utah legislators. SJR16 urges health care companies to become more transparent by making policies available to the public and to publish financial assistance, including information on
E-Verify bill clears Utah House, ready to be signed
11 March 2010 - Utah Update
After a concerted effort to amend or stall the E-Verify bill, the measure passed 46-24 and now awaits signatures. SB251, sponsored by Republicans Sen.
Ice, snow a factor in fatal head-on crash near Monticello
11 March 2010 - Utah Update
Snow and ice are suspected as contributing to a fatal head-on crash Thursday on U.S. 491 near southeastern Utah’s Monticello. Utah Highway Patrol spokesman Cameron Roden said the accident occurred about 9:10 a.
Cedar City police: Man roasted ex-roommate’s vehicle over carport dispute
11 March 2010 - Utah Update
Cedar City police say a 55-year-old man got tired of waiting for a former roommate to move his vehicle out of the carport — so he torched it. The man was in the Iron County Jail on Thursday, booked on suspicion of third-degree felony arson after the car, a 1993 Isuzu Rodeo, allegedly was
Las Vegas man picked as new Springville fire chief
11 March 2010 - Utah Update
SPRINGVILLE » A firefighter from Las Vegas will become Springville’s new fire chief. City officials say Henry Clinton, a battalion chief with the Las Vegas Fire and Rescue Department, will begin his new job in Springville on April 5.
Teacher wanted: Be a park ranger
11 March 2010 - Utah Update
Cedar City » The National Park Service is looking for a K-12 teacher to work as a uniformed park ranger this summer at Cedar Breaks National Monument and who would use the experience in the classroom to develop a lesson plan.
Willard man dies when ATV rolls near Lava Hot Springs
11 March 2010 - Utah Update
A 69-year-old Willard, Utah man died when his ATV rolled near Lava Springs, Idaho, Wednesday night.
Duncan Aviation bill passes both houses, awaits gov’s signature
11 March 2010 - Utah Update
PROVO — The last hurdle between Provo and what city leaders hope will be a major business partner cleared the Utah House of Representatives today.
Alpine awards construction bid for park on 100 South
11 March 2010 - Utah Update
After a two-hour discussion regarding the proposed park at 100 South, the Alpine City Council awarded a construction bid to Hawker Enterprise. The park, which has stirred some controversy among Alpine
Pheasants too few in Genola
11 March 2010 - Utah Update
GENOLA — The town of Genola is one of Utah County’s few remaining wild pheasant pockets these days, and its residents say that unless something is done soon, nary a pheasant will be found there, eith
Man killed after truck rolls down hillside
11 March 2010 - Utah Update
A 34-year-old Provo man was killed Wednesday afternoon when his truck rolled down a hillside at the entrance to Slate Canyon.
Provo-aimed rental bill passes Legislature
11 March 2010 - Utah Update
A bill that targets Provo City’s rental practices drew sharp discussion on Wednesday before easily passing and moving to the governor for signature or veto.
Stalled no more, canal piping moves ahead
11 March 2010 - Utah Update
What is 126 inches tall, 21 miles long, weighs 32,000 tons, requires 131 miles of welding, and has peeved off an entire upscale Highland neighborhood?
LEHI HIGH SCHOOL
11 March 2010 - Utah Update
Cheer parent meeting — Parents of students who wish to try out for Lehi High School cheerleading are invited to an information meeting today at 6:30 p.m. at the school.
Museum Munchkins
11 March 2010 - Utah Update
Preschoolers can dance to the beat of the drum as they learn about Native American culture today from 1 to 1:45 p.m. at the Lehi Hutchings Museum. Come listen to Native American legends and flute musi
Spring sports registration
11 March 2010 - Utah Update
The Lehi Legacy Center staff are taking sports registrations Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the center’s northeast registration office, 123 N. Center St. The deadline for volleyball and
Spring Gala sold out
11 March 2010 - Utah Update
The annual Spring Gala that benefits the Lehi City Library is sold out. Patterson Construction is sponsoring entertainer, pianist and music writer Jon Schmidt for the dinner event. All proceeds benefi
Senior March calendar
11 March 2010 - Utah Update
Seniors of Eagle Mountain have several activities planned for March starting with Bunco on Thursday at 1 p.m. at Sue Hillker’s home at 4701 Decrescendo Drive in SilverLake. On March 18, seniors will
BYU named most popular college in nation
11 March 2010 - Utah Update
Brigham Young University has been named the most popular university in the country by a national magazine.
Got kidneys? Take care of ‘em
11 March 2010 - Utah Update
PROVO — Many of the people in the room were elderly, though not all. Many had diabetes or a family history of diabetes, but not all. All did want to keep their kidneys healthy, so they celebrated Wor
Man acquitted in baby’s death pleads to abusing disabled man
11 March 2010 - Utah Update
AMERICAN FORK — A man acquitted in the death of his girlfriend’s son pleaded guilty Tuesday to abusing a disabled man.
Police: Man arrested for threatening Orem officer
11 March 2010 - Utah Update
A South Jordan man was arrested Tuesday for allegedly violating a protective order and continuing to threaten an Orem police officer.
Prosecutor files notice of lawsuit against D.A. Miller
11 March 2010 - Utah Update
Veteran prosecutor Kent Morgan has taken the first step in filing a civil lawsuit against his boss, Salt Lake County District Attorney Lohra L. Miller, claiming she and other members of her staff have lied about his professional conduct and made false statements to damage his reputation.
Rollover kills Provo man on off-road trail
11 March 2010 - Utah Update
A 34-year-old Provo man died Wednesday evening when he apparently drove his pickup in an area off limits to vehicles in Slate Canyon, overturned the truck and dropped about 150 feet down an embankment.
MOUNTAIN VIEW HIGH SCHOOL
11 March 2010 - Utah Update
“Nunsense” and “God’s Favorite” — Mountain View High School will present two plays this week. “Nunsense” will be performed today and Friday at 7 p.m. “God’s Favorite” will be per
Library Advisory Commission meeting
11 March 2010 - Utah Update
Orem’s Library Advisory Commission will hold a public meeting today at 6 p.m. in the Orem Public Library’s book discussion room, 58 N. State Street.