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6 hours ago

Board endorses five-year rate design, shifting some costs to base charges Hurricane City’s power board recommended a five-year, revenue-neutral rate design that raises monthly base charges modestly (example: residential base +$0.50/month) while lowering per-kWh power rates and implementing a 12-month PCA smoothing mechanism; agricultural and yard-lighting classes face larger base-rate increases.

Hurricane City's Power Board just approved a five-year rate design that raises monthly base charges while lowering power rates—are you ready for the changes ahead?

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6 hours ago

Power board backs updated UAMPS pooling agreement to meet EDAM rules The Hurricane City Power Board voted to recommend that the city council approve an amended and restated pooling agreement so members can comply with Pacificorp’s EDAM market participation; the agreement changes governance, purchasing rules and audit processes and would take effect May 1, 2026.

Hurricane City Power Board is set to transform energy transactions with a groundbreaking amended pooling agreement that paves the way for a new era in centralized market operations.

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10 hours ago

State wildlife and Forest Service brief commissioners on predator study, habitat projects and NEPA support DWR and Forest Service officials outlined ongoing predator and habitat projects, reported large habitat expenditures and described new NEPA and staffing resources aimed at speeding vegetation and watershed work across Garfield County.

Utah's wildlife management is undergoing a major transformation with new predator studies and multi-million dollar habitat projects aimed at protecting our ecosystems.

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11 hours ago

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12 hours ago

Valor Energy presents demonstrator reactor in Castle Dale; company stresses safety, aims for rapid activation Valor Energy briefed the Castle Dale City Council on a demonstration high-temperature gas reactor to be deployed west of Orangeville, emphasizing modular construction, limited water needs and layered security. Presenters said fuel is ceramic-encapsulated and shielding is extensive; several residents asked about safety and emergency planning.

Valor Energy is transforming a site near Orangeville from "sagebrush and dirt" into a state-of-the-art reactor facility with an unwavering commitment to safety.

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13 hours ago

Castle Dale begins process to adopt state Wildland‑Urban Interface code after HB48 Following Utah House Bill 48, Castle Dale reviewed the Wildland‑Urban Interface (WUI) Code and will send maps and a draft ordinance to Planning and Zoning before a council vote. The state controls high‑risk designations; currently no city parcels rate 5 or higher.

Castle Dale is taking crucial steps to implement the state's Wildland-Urban Interface Code, but what does it mean for local property owners?

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13 hours ago

Sen. Kennedy outreach officer briefs Clawson council on wildfire and public-lands bills Ron Dunn, outreach officer from Sen. Kennedy’s office, told the Clawson Town Council that a 'Fix Our Forests' bill and a related 'Torch' amendment are moving in Congress to ease jurisdictional barriers to wildfire response and that rules affecting Staircase Escalante are under review via the Congressional Review Act.

Congress is stepping up to tackle wildfire response barriers with the new "Fix Our Forests" bill and the "Torch Act" aimed at helping firefighters cross jurisdictional lines more effectively.

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13 hours ago

GRO denies Brown’s appeal against Attorney General’s Office; director finds no withheld AGO records The Government Records Office denied Ernest Brown’s appeal challenging records provided by the Attorney General’s Office, finding the AGO had produced what it possessed and that GRAMA exemptions and shared‑record rules applied to material held by the Unified Police Department.

Director Pearson denies Mr. Brown's appeal, asserting the Attorney General's Office provided all necessary records, but what really lies behind the scenes of this controversial decision?

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13 hours ago

GRO orders University of Utah to run email searches after Jones appeal; director finds request reasonably specific The Government Records Office granted Thomas Jones’s appeal and directed the University of Utah to run the petitioner’s requested Boolean searches of ten custodians’ emails (specified domains/timeframe), finding the request reasonably specific under GRAMA and directing agency and requester to coordinate production details.

The Government Records Office has ordered the University of Utah to conduct email searches that could unveil critical information linked to a government-commissioned report.

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15 hours ago

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18 hours ago

Descubre casas en Utah que podrían ser tu camino a la propiedad. ¿Te animas a explorar?

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18 hours ago

Planning commission to refine resident survey and hold work session amid heated solar‑ordinance debate Commissioners agreed to refine a proposed resident survey about the county's vision and to hold a short work session; the session sparked an extended discussion about a county solar ordinance, transmission capacity, tax treatment of solar projects and whether incentives should benefit local taxpayers.

Emery County is gearing up for a crucial survey on solar development that could reshape local ordinances and impact your property – are you ready to voice your opinion?

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18 hours ago

Planning commission recommends Huntington Creek solar application be forwarded to county commissioners An affiliate of Dural presented a proposal for a 240 MW solar array and 100 MW battery on private land; the Emery County Planning and Zoning Commission found the application complete and agreed to forward the level‑3 conditional‑use permit to the county commission for further review and public hearings.

A massive 240-megawatt solar project is poised to transform Emery County, but what does it mean for the environment and local community?

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18 hours ago

Could these Utah homes change your renting game? Find out now. Spoiler: It could get exciting.

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20 hours ago

Grand County Trail Mix Committee approves Class 1 e-bike etiquette sheet At its Feb. 10 meeting in Moab, the Grand County Trail Mix Committee approved a one-page Class 1 e-bike etiquette document, endorsing neutral, behavior-focused guidance and edits emphasizing uphill/downhill communication and trail protection.

The Grand County Trail Mix Committee just approved a groundbreaking etiquette sheet for Class 1 e-bikes, emphasizing mutual respect and safe riding practices on Moab's trails!

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1 day ago

Quick #mettaton sketch I drew earlier. I’ll probably digitise it too

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1 day ago

Municipal Building Authority approves cash summary and $1.34 million invoice register The Daggett County Municipal Building Authority acknowledged its cash summary and accounts receivable report and approved an open invoice register dated 02/26/2026 totaling $1,338,830.07 by voice vote; minutes from the prior meeting were also approved.

The Daggett County Municipal Building Authority just approved a staggering invoice register of over $1.3 million—what does this mean for the community?

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1 day ago

Committee member says circuit breaker/tax-abatement fix failed in the House; UAC and Senator McKay had supported it A committee member told the Daggett County Municipal Building Authority that one bill to change circuit breaker and tax abatements — supported by the Utah Association of Counties and Senator McKay — did not pass the House; member warned counties could be asked to implement similar changes in the future.

A key bill aimed at reforming circuit breaker and tax abatements has failed in the House, leaving counties on alert for potential future changes.

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1 day ago

Daggett County Municipal Building Authority approves three change orders for Health, Business and Community Center after contractor cites wrong door hardware The Daggett County Municipal Building Authority approved three change orders totaling $6,503.17 on March 10, 2026, and acknowledged a project contingency of $435,999. A contractor said an electronic door with incorrect hardware created the largest of the change orders.

The Daggett County Municipal Building Authority just approved $6,503.17 in change orders for a community center project, sparked by an electronic door with the wrong hardware!

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1 day ago

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1 day ago

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2 days ago

Tourism staff reports grant closeout, new grant applications and rising local visitation Staff reported closing a co‑op marketing grant (noting future swag must be preapproved), submitted an OHVR grant and is preparing an RTP application, and said county collections totaled $588,000 (down 5% statewide) while local TRT showed year‑over‑year increases.

Utah's tourism bureau is shaking things up with new grant applications, rising local collections, and a fresh marketing strategy to boost visitor engagement!

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2 days ago

Emery County trails group previews busy season: rallies, revived jamboree and grant applications Committee members reported a likely sellout for the Green River Rally, described plans to revive the fall Swell Retreat/jamboree, and confirmed county applications for OHVR and RTP grants to stand up a seasonal trail signing crew.

Exciting events and new trails are on the horizon for Emery County, with the Green River Rally nearing a sellout and plans for a revived jamboree in the works!

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2 days ago

Midway Council to meet March 6 to finalize response on proposed Heber Valley Corridor route The Council scheduled a special meeting for March 6 to decide whether to sign a joint letter supporting a proposed Heber Valley Corridor route that follows North Highway 40 to protect the north fields; staff warned the route could affect more structures and be costlier.

Midway City Council is gearing up for a crucial meeting on March 6 to shape their response to the controversial Heber Valley Corridor route that could impact local fields and homes.

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2 days ago

Bluff council backs start of Secondary Water working group to protect water rights Council supported forming a Secondary Water Working Group, with volunteer Patrick McDermott proposing initial low-cost 'test runs' using truck-filled low-pressure systems to demonstrate proof of use and longer-term piping and riparian restoration plans.

Bluff Town Council is taking bold steps to protect its water rights by forming a Secondary Water Working Group, starting with innovative low-cost test runs!

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2 days ago

Commission keeps conditional‑use approach for roof‑height exceptions, approves code‑reference updates After debate over whether to replace conditional‑use permits for roof‑height exceptions with a permitted‑height standard, the commission voted to retain CUPs for height decisions but approved the unrelated update to state code references and other ordinance housekeeping.

In a heated debate, the Kane County Planning and Zoning Commission decided to keep conditional-use permits for roof-height exceptions, balancing flexibility against clear standards.

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2 days ago

Midway schedules March 6 meeting to weigh in on Heber Valley Corridor route Council agreed to consider a joint letter about the proposed Heber Valley Corridor route and scheduled a special meeting March 6 to decide whether to support the route next to North Highway 40; the March 9 submission deadline prompted the schedule.

Midway City Council is gearing up for a crucial meeting to decide the future of the Heber Valley Corridor—will they prioritize open land or neighborhood homes?

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2 days ago

Council backs secondary-water working group and phased, low-cost pilot ideas Bluff council advanced plans to form an informal secondary-water working group led by resident Patrick McDermott to protect water rights and explore a phased approach (water trucks, low-pressure drip irrigation, tree nursery) while staff will pursue state conversations and budget amendments to fund feasibility work.

Bluff council is taking bold steps to secure water rights and enhance sustainability with an innovative secondary-water program led by local resident Patrick McDermott!

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2 days ago

Council weighs 60‑day Flock camera trial as privacy concerns surface Washington Terrace councilors discussed a 60‑day trial of additional Flock license‑plate readers. Council Member Zishan cited academic research and alleged past abuses; Sheriff’s Office representatives said the system follows state rules, uses audits, and is a reactive investigative tool.

Washington Terrace councilors are caught in a heated debate over the controversial trial of Flock license-plate cameras, balancing crime-fighting tools against serious privacy concerns.

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2 days ago

Bluff updates CIB priority list, places cooperative cultural center and secondary water near top Staff presented an updated Community Impact Board (CIB) priority list with the cooperative cultural center ranked first, secondary water planning as an early target, and long-term projects (airport runway repaving) noted for future years; council discussed local match strategy and will meet with SIRTA representative Todd Thorn.

Bluff's council is prioritizing a cooperative cultural center and secondary water planning as they gear up for crucial funding discussions next week!

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