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Utah Winter Weather Alert Tonight: Up to 10 Inches of Snow Nov 13-14
A winter weather advisory is scheduled to begin Friday at 7 p.m. across southern Utah’s mountains and remain in effect until 11 a.m. Saturday. The National Weather Service expects 2 to 5 inches of snow above 8,000 feet…
The value of vision: Southwest Technical College, emergency teams conduct disaster response exercise
Southwest Technical College and emergency response teams conducted a disaster exercise to prepare for earthquakes and other natural hazards. The training focused on planning, coordination among agencies and anticipating…
2 arrested after police pursuit in Iron County; driver allegedly failed to return car after test drive
Two 19-year-old men were arrested Wednesday evening after a vehicle pursuit spanning nearly 30 miles along Interstate 15 in Iron County, Utah, authorities said. The driver allegedly failed to return a car after taking…
SUU to host 3A/2A/1A high school football championships, Special Olympics flag football
Southern Utah University will host Utah high school football championship games for classes 1A, 2A and 3A at Eccles Coliseum on Saturday, Nov. 14. The campus will also stage the Special Olympics Utah Southern Utah…
Cedar City observes Veterans Day with events at memorial park, new SUU Music Center
Veterans and community members gathered in Cedar City on Wednesday for two Veterans Day events, one at Veterans Memorial Park and another at Southern Utah University’s Eccles Music Center. The programs included a flag…
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3rd roommate convicted of KayLee Dutton's murder receives maximum sentence
Matthew Sorber-Petrie, 24, received the maximum prison sentence allowed by law for his role in the 2025 shooting death of 17-year-old KayLee Dutton. He is the third roommate convicted in connection with her murder. The…
Cedar City project part of $162M federal critical minerals initiative
A proposed metal processing facility in Cedar City, Utah, has been included in a $162 million federal initiative aimed at recovering critical minerals. This project is part of a broader national effort to strengthen…
Southern Utah University enters partnership to offer college credits to student-athletes
Southern Utah University has launched a new partnership allowing high school student-athletes competing in Utah High School Activities Association state tournaments to earn elective college credits. Participants can…
Breland’s 20 lead Southern Utah over Bethesda (CA) 143-49
Anthony Breland scored 20 points to lead Southern Utah to a massive 143-49 win over Bethesda (CA) on Saturday. The Thunderbirds showcased a high-powered offense, with DeZhon Hall adding 17 points on perfect shooting…
UNC Bears football comeback falls short at Southern Utah
The University of Northern Colorado football team suffered a 31-24 defeat against Southern Utah in a Big Sky Conference matchup. Despite a strong second-half comeback that tied the game, the Bears were unable to…
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NASA selects Southern Utah University as 1 of 7 workforce hubs nationwide
Southern Utah University has been selected by NASA as one of seven national workforce hubs designed to support the aerospace industry. The initiative, celebrated at a recent launch party, aims to foster technical skills…
Search warrants reveal Cedar City authorities reopened infant death investigation tied to abuse case
Cedar City authorities have reopened an investigation into the 2024 death of an infant following the arrest of his parents for alleged abuse of their 4-month-old daughter. Police discovered similarities in injuries…
Cold War military tests left a crater near Cedar City. Today, off-roaders drive through it
The Three Peaks Recreation Area near Cedar City, Utah, remains marked by craters and debris from Cold War-era military explosives testing. The site, once used by the U.S. Air Force to test the durability of underground…
TDS shines with two Best of Iron County awards
TDS has been recognized by the Iron County community, securing silver awards for both Best Internet Provider and Best Telecom Provider in Canyon Media’s 2026 Best of Iron County contest. This recognition reflects the…
7th annual Best of Iron County introduces winners' event, free direct-mail magazines; see the results now
The 7th annual Best of Iron County event has launched, featuring a new winners' celebration and the distribution of free direct-mail magazines. The initiative highlights the unique heritage, tourism economy, and…
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Cedar City parents face child abuse charges after 4-month-old hospitalized with fractures, bruises
Parents in Cedar City are facing child abuse charges after their 4-month-old infant was hospitalized with multiple fractures and bruises. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the child's injuries…
2 killed in school bus rollover accident near Cedar City
Two people were killed and two others hospitalized following a school bus rollover accident on Beryl Highway in Iron County, Utah, on Tuesday morning. The Iron County Sheriff's Office confirmed that no students were on…
Driver loses control, rolls pickup truck while coming down Cedar Canyon, UHP says
A pickup truck rolled over in Cedar Canyon on Monday afternoon after the driver reportedly became distracted while reaching for an item inside the vehicle. The Utah Highway Patrol responded to the scene of the crash. No…
3 injured in head-on collision north of Cedar City, Utah Highway Patrol says
Three people were injured in a head-on vehicle collision on Interstate 15 north of Cedar City on Sunday afternoon. The Utah Highway Patrol responded to the scene near mile marker 63, which caused significant traffic…
Ty Pennington and Quran Gossett power Northern Arizona past Southern Utah 34-27
Northern Arizona secured a 34-27 victory over Southern Utah on Saturday. Quarterback Ty Pennington led the offense with 292 passing yards and two touchdowns, while running back Quran Gossett contributed 131 rushing…
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'A quickly growing field': SUU’s new master of social work degree addresses regional need
Southern Utah University has announced the launch of a new Master of Social Work degree program, scheduled to begin in the fall of 2027. The university is introducing the curriculum to address growing workforce needs…
Single-vehicle rollover near Duck Creek prompts SR-14 closure, hazmat response
State Route 14 near Duck Creek Village was closed in both directions on Friday following a single-vehicle rollover crash. The incident, which occurred around noon near the Navajo Lake turnoff, necessitated a hazardous…