St. George News
St. George shines as Utah’s top city for small businesses
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- St. George shines as Utah’s top city for small businesses
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- 1:01
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- 1 year ago
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- Out of 47 cities considered the best for small business in Utah, St. George is ranked No. 1, according to a recent study from B2B Reviews. Other Southern Utah cities that made the top 10 include Cedar City and Hurricane.
According to the study’s key highlights, St. George took the top spot due to its continuing population growth of 9.04% from 2020 to 2023, concentration of employment firms at 5.36% and being in the county with the lowest sales tax rate in the state at 11.15%.
Written by Mori Kessler Jul 28, 2025
Full story here: https://www.stgeorgeutah.com/news/st-george-shines-as-utah-s-top-city-for-small-businesses/article_3cf492d0-2821-4653-aab1-a15aab4884e2.html
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- Proposed 5-story apartment complex in St. George sparks concern among neighboring residents
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- 0:50
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- 1 year ago
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- A proposed five-story apartment complex and accompanying parking structure were approved for Tech Ridge by the St. George Planning Commission earlier this week. While the development aligns with the goal of constructing housing within the developing tech park, some neighbors say they aren’t thrilled with the idea.
Set to be built just south of Black Hill View Park between Donlee Drive and Tech Ridge Drive, the apartment complex covers approximately 5 acres. It's planned to feature 199 units and over 400 parking spaces between an outdoor parking lot and a neighboring multilevel parking garage. Written by Mori Kessler Jul 25, 2025 FULL STORY HERE: https://www.stgeorgeutah.com/news/proposed-5-story-apartment-complex-in-st-george-sparks-concern-among-neighboring-residents/article_3c821417-ec97-4510-b68b-99e10e57545f.html
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- July 25, 2025
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- 0:48
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- 1 year ago
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- July 25, 2025
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- 1:15
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- 1 year ago
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- St. George News at 5: 7-25-2025
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- 6:02
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- 1 year ago
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- Coming up — an Iron County deputy fired after sexual assault allegations and an internal investigation. Plus — neighborhood pushback in St. George as plans for a five-story apartment complex on Tech Ridge move forward, why some residents say the city needs to hit the brakes. Those stories, your weekend weather, and more — next on St. George News at 5.
Watch every weekday for the latest local news, weather updates, and in-depth reporting across Southern Utah. For more details, visit: https://www.stgeorgeutah.com/ Have a tip or story idea? Leave a comment or reach out through our website. #stgeorgeutah #southernutah #utahnews #localnews #weatherforecast #newsat5
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- TGIF Weekend Adventure Guide | July 25-27, 2025 #localnews #events #tgif
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- 1:28
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- 1 year ago
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- Blending AI with ancestry, Santa Clara author turns pioneer stories into children's books
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- 1:06
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- 1 year ago
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- Stories about historic families are remembered and recreated throughout Washington County on Pioneer Day, and a Santa Clara author is turning them into children's books.
Artist, author and family man Jake Harmer started producing children’s books for the same reason famous authors like J.R.R. Tolkien and J.K. Rowling reportedly did.
“I’ve got young kids and wanted a way to share some of my favorite family history stories with them,” Harmer told St. George News at the Santa Clara History Museum last month. Written by E. George Goold
Full story here: https://www.stgeorgeutah.com/life/blending-ai-with-ancestry-santa-clara-author-turns-pioneer-stories-into-childrens-books/article_a5215738-fa67-4387-9334-63712146702c.html
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- Ivins Arts Commission rallies to keep wind sculptures in city roundabout
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- 0:40
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- 1 year ago
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- The Ivins City Arts Commission is raising funds to keep artist Lyman Whitaker’s wind sculptures at their current location in the city’s roundabout at Kwavasa Drive and Old Dixie Highway 91.
Ivins City Arts Commission Vice Chair Patty Dupre said the commission has raised $35,175, with $13,525 to go until it reaches its goal of $48,700. The wind sculptures were installed at the roundabout in September 2024, she said.
This fundraising effort was launched July 1, with the goal of purchasing the sculptures before Oct. 1, when they are scheduled to be returned to the artist, Dupre said. Written by Nick Fiala Jul 25, 2025
Full story here; https://www.stgeorgeutah.com/news/ivins-arts-commission-rallies-to-keep-wind-sculptures-in-city-roundabout/article_2b56ad25-7a43-4655-b92c-4e2679d0f3ed.html
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- 2 taken to hospital after collision at busy River Road, Riverside Drive crossing
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- 0:58
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- 1 year ago
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- One of the busiest intersections in St. George was the site of a two-car collision Wednesday afternoon.
As seen in video footage provided by CollisionCam, one white passenger car, driving south on River Road in the middle lane, struck another white passenger car as it attempted a left turn onto Riverside Drive.
The timestamp in the video indicates the collision occurred at 1:21 p.m.
Full story here: https://www.stgeorgeutah.com/news/2-taken-to-hospital-after-collision-at-busy-river-road-riverside-drive-crossing/article_fef8a396-da87-4591-95be-3a55ceb8d27e.html
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- 2025 Washington City Pioneer Day Parade
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- 50:00
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- 1 year ago
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- TGIF: Your Pioneer Day weekend adventure guide 7-24-2025
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- 2:45
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- 1 year ago
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- Watch TGIF Show co-hosts Sheldon and Marty talk about their weekend picks:
https://www.stgeorgeutah.com/news/tgif-your-pioneer-day-weekend-adventure-guide-brought-to-you-by-casablanca-resort-casino/article_78d524d8-0fc3-44a2-a674-466751b29da3.html
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- What’s on the Menu | The Winery Cafe at Water Canyon Winery
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- 1:00
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- #whatsonthemenu #stgeorgedining
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- St. George News at 5: 7-23-2025
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- 11:11
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- Coming up on St. George News at 5 — a man accused of murdering his wife is released from jail after a major evidence delay pushes his trial back. Plus, a rally for better pay and safer working conditions has TDS broadband workers taking to the streets — and your daily weather forecast — all this and more straight ahead.
Watch every weekday for the latest local news, weather updates, and in-depth reporting across Southern Utah. For more details, visit: https://www.stgeorgeutah.com/ Have a tip or story idea? Leave a comment or reach out through our website. #stgeorgeutah #southernutah #utahnews #localnews #weatherforecast #newsat5
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- TDS workers rally for safer conditions, fair pay amid rising living costs
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- 1:25
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- 1 year ago
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- TDS Broadband employees stood on the corner of a busy St. George intersection Wednesday morning, calling for higher wages and safer working conditions as part of an organized picket.
“We love what we do, and we love working here. We just want to make sure that everyone that does work here gets compensated for what they do correctly,” TDS Technician and Union Representative Bobby Morrison told St. George News. “So we can stay here in the city that we love.” Written by Jessi Bang Jul 23, 2025
Full story here: https://www.stgeorgeutah.com/life/southern-utah-tds-workers-rally-for-safer-conditions-fair-pay-amid-rising-living-costs/article_eec3bc90-b25c-42d0-a680-ccf82463a10b.html
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- Major sewer upgrades begin at Zion National Park
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- 2:16
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- 1 year ago
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- Significant sewer improvements are underway to enhance public health, protect the Virgin River and save Zion National Park thousands of dollars annually, beginning in August. Officials say delays related to contractor bidding pushed back the original timeline. The work will begin at the manhole near the "petting zoo" pullout and extend to the Grotto. Written by Stephanie DeGraw Jul 23, 2025 - Full story here: https://www.stgeorgeutah.com/news/major-sewer-upgrades-begin-at-zion-national-park-aiming-to-cut-costs-and-safeguard-virgin/article_8199655e-031a-475e-b6b2-d5dbb9080cf7.html
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- Utah’s reservoirs drop 10% in a month
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- 1:36
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- 1 year ago
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- On average, reservoir storage across Utah dropped 10% between June and July; typically, reservoirs see a 2% drop for that period. This is due to increased demand and the lingering impact of poor spring runoff earlier this year.
In Washington County, water levels are within the range experienced in previous years.Full story here: https://www.stgeorgeutah.com/news/utah-s-reservoirs-drop-10-in-a-month-washington-county-officials-warn-of-trouble-if/article_c63bf82a-b83e-4e63-915b-22688fd6b0b9.html
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- Murder suspect released from jail pending trial
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- 3:05
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- 1 year ago
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- Recently discovered evidence resulted in a trial delay and the subsequent release of a man charged with first-degree murder — a delay that would allow his defense team time to review hundreds of new documents and other material directly related to the case.
On Monday, Eric Larsen Sampson, charged with first-degree murder in the death of his wife last year, appeared before District Judge Eric Gentry for what was initially scheduled as a motion hearing at 5th District Court in St. George. Written by Cody Blowers Jul 22, 2025
FULL STORY HERE: https://www.stgeorgeutah.com/news/st-george-murder-suspect-released-from-jail-pending-trial/article_17c02f5e-2a5b-4866-9a0e-6fd773b8a6c2.html
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- St. George News at 5: 7-22-2025
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- 6:16
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- Coming up on St. George News at 5—flames tear through a St. George home, forcing a family out with little warning. Plus, Utah Tech fights back against a workplace lawsuit, citing legal immunity. And later, your full Southern area forecast and more on what you need to know—straight ahead.
Watch every weekday for the latest local news, weather updates, and in-depth reporting across Southern Utah. For more details, visit: https://www.stgeorgeutah.com/ Have a tip or story idea? Leave a comment or reach out through our website. #stgeorgeutah #southernutah #utahnews #localnews #weatherforecast #newsat5
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- Family displaced after fire tears through St. George home
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- 0:47
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- A St. George home caught fire early Tuesday morning, leaving significant damage and displacing a family.
Shortly at 4 a.m., multiple fire engines and a ladder truck responded to a structure fire reported at a single-family home on 500 West near the corner of West 400 North.
St. George Fire Chief Robert Stoker told St. George News that all three occupants and a dog evacuated safely and were waiting outside when the first engines arrived. Written by Cody Blowers Jul 22, 2025
Full story here: https://www.stgeorgeutah.com/flood-and-fire/family-displaced-after-fire-tears-through-st-george-home/article_25610a5b-7472-460e-8d03-5926df0c20df.html
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- Springdale candidates share visions at community event
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- 0:39
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- 1 year ago
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- Springdale voters met candidates for mayor and the Town Council who hope to shape the future of their town during an open house Tuesday evening at the Canyon Community Center.
The event featured those running in this year's municipal election, which includes three candidates for mayor: Incumbent Barbara Bruno, Town Councilman Pat Campbell and Jeff A. McKee — and six vying for two open seats on the Springdale Town Council: Noel Benson, Jack Burns, Paul Zimmerman, Randy Aton, Tom Kenaston and Kathy LaFave. Written by Stephanie DeGraw Jul 21, 2025
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- Southern Utah doctor honored for work supporting survivors of sexual assault
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- 1:34
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- 1 year ago
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- The International Association of Forensic Nurses recently awarded a Southern Utah doctor for his work in helping survivors of sexual assault, domestic violence and other forms of interpersonal trauma.
Since completing his residency at Michigan State University in June 2004, Dr. Robert Foster has been working as an emergency physician for over 20 years. He currently works in the Emergency Department at St. George Regional Hospital, but this isn’t what he was commended for by the association on June 19. Written by Stockton Myers Jul 21, 2025
Full story here: https://www.stgeorgeutah.com/news/southern-utah-doctor-honored-for-work-supporting-survivors-of-sexual-assault/article_c51520d9-1d7d-46f1-99d0-0d629c7c5e80.html
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- Driver overcorrects, rolls car in early morning crash in Enoch
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- 0:48
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- 1 year ago
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- Two people escaped injury in a single-vehicle rollover in Enoch on Monday.
The incident reportedly occurred shortly before 6 a.m. on state Route 130 at approximately 4000 North. It involved a maroon Mitsubishi Galant driven by a woman with a female passenger.
Utah Highway Patrol Lt. Clay Allred said the driver was heading north on SR-130 when the vehicle drifted off to the right shoulder. Written by Jeff Richards
Full story here: https://www.stgeorgeutah.com/news/driver-overcorrects-rolls-car-in-early-morning-crash-in-enoch/article_502726a9-ad3a-4389-b65f-907d31f80526.html
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- SUU Police introduce handgun safety class for university employees
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- 1:23
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- 1 year ago
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- Southern Utah University Police Department hosted a handgun safety and familiarization class for university staff members on Saturday.
Approximately 15 people participated in the event, which included approximately 90 minutes of instruction, followed by a few hours of live practice at a shooting range.
SUU Police Chief Carlos Medina noted that SUU has experienced a couple of campus lockdowns in recent years due to “swatting” type hoax threats, including one last April. Written by Jeff Richards Jul 22, 2025
Full story here: https://www.stgeorgeutah.com/news/suu-police-introduce-handgun-safety-class-for-university-employees/article_ed2ce829-4e50-4506-a354-4ef272647541.html
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- Resident displaced as afternoon blaze damages Cedar City mobile home
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- 0:37
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- 1 year ago
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- Firefighters in Cedar City responded to a structure fire Sunday afternoon that displaced a resident from his mobile home.
The incident occurred at a property located just north of 2100 North on 4650 West Street.
Cedar City Fire Capt. Travis Fails said the incident was reported at 1:42 p.m. when the homeowner called 911. Written by Jeff Richards Jul 20, 2025
Full story here: https://www.stgeorgeutah.com/flood-and-fire/resident-displaced-as-afternoon-blaze-damages-cedar-city-mobile-home/article_545fae91-e339-4730-9fa2-64726fb50feb.html
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- Officials, residents celebrate Christensen Park's new playground
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- 1:47
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- 1 year ago
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- Yet another beloved community park in St. George received a “face-lift” with the installation of newer, safer playground equipment. This time it was Christensen Park in Bloomington where city staff, elected officials and neighborhood residents gathered Thursday morning to celebrate the grand reopening of the park’s new playground.
“These parks are sanctuaries for young families, and these playgrounds are incredibly important to get a little bit of respite from your day-to-day grind,” Shane Moore, parks and community services director for St. George, said.
Full story here: https://www.stgeorgeutah.com/news/sanctuaries-for-families-st-george-officials-residents-celebrate-christensen-parks-new-playground/article_6c85d385-a82f-4109-908b-9dcd67298694.html
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- Family displaced after fire tears through home
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- 0:49
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- St. George Fire Chief Robert Stoker told St. George News that all three occupants and a dog evacuated safely and were waiting outside when the first engines arrived. Written by Cody Blowers
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- Southern Utah doctor honored for work supporting survivors of sexual assault
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- 1:33
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- Since completing his residency at Michigan State University in June 2004, Dr. Robert Foster has been working as an emergency physician for over 20 years. He currently works in the Emergency Department at St. George Regional Hospital, but this isn’t what he was commended for by the association on June 19. Written by Stockton Myers
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- St. George News: Trending Stories July 15 - 21, 2025 #trendingstories #stgeorge #localnews #updates
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- 1:15
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- 1 year ago
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- St. George News at 5: 7-21-2025
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- 9:22
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- 1 year ago
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- Coming up on St. George News at 5 — a group of Southern Utah veterans return to the shooting range for a dose of camaraderie and target practice, something they’ve truly missed. Plus, a new French bakery is whipping up unique desserts and fresh-baked bread in Enterprise. That and a check on your weather, straight ahead.
Watch every weekday for the latest local news, weather updates, and in-depth reporting across Southern Utah. For more details, visit: https://www.stgeorgeutah.com/ Have a tip or story idea? Leave a comment or reach out through our website. #stgeorgeutah #southernutah #utahnews #localnews #weatherforecast #newsat5
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- Cedar Breaks Wildflower Festival marks 20 years of 'wonder' and vibrant blooms
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- 0:57
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- 1 year ago
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- wonder at the amphitheater's "sand castles" and stopping to smell the wildflowers — bluebells, little sunflowers and Colorado columbines.
He was one of many children and adults who traveled to the high-mountain monument, which sits at an elevation of over 10,000 feet, for its 20th annual Wildflower Festival. The festival began on July 4 and ended Saturday, offering visitors opportunities to join ranger-led wildflower walks and talks each day and take in stunning views of the amphitheater's colorful rock layers. Written by Alysha Lundgren Jul 15, 2025
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- TGIF: Your weekend adventure guide | 7-16-2025
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- 3:24
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- Full list of weekend events here: https://www.stgeorgeutah.com/news/tgif-your-weekend-adventure-guide-brought-to-you-by-casablanca-resort-casino/article_9b881ba6-a7b0-4b09-b705-bf8ce609caae.html
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- Diamond Valley 'Flag Phantom' hopes to inspire patriotism in neighbors
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- 2:30
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- 1 year ago
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- If you had to describe Mark Crozier in one word, you might use any word but “boring.”
The U.S. Army veteran and retired police detective sat down with St. George News at his home in Diamond Valley to explain why he recently decorated state Route 18 North with at least 30 American flags, christened with the nickname “The Flag Phantom.”
Full story here: https://www.stgeorgeutah.com/news/diamond-valley-flag-phantom-hopes-to-inspire-patriotism-in-neighbors/article_9cb9a469-a189-4e21-b432-cc1a2f849e20.html
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- St. George News at 5: 7-18-2025
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- 5:43
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- Coming up on St. George News at 5 — a man arrested after a rush hour crash on River Road. Plus, more than one million dollars in Washington County school funding is suddenly frozen, forcing emergency cuts and tough decisions ahead. Those stories, and your weekend forecast—straight ahead
Watch every weekday for the latest local news, weather updates, and in-depth reporting across Southern Utah. For more details, visit: https://www.stgeorgeutah.com/ Have a tip or story idea? Leave a comment or reach out through our website. #stgeorgeutah #southernutah #utahnews #localnews #weatherforecast #newsat5
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- Washington County school board appoints newest member
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- 0:58
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- 1 year ago
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- The Washington County Board of Education unanimously selected former high school principal Norman Craig Hammer as its new member Monday.
Hammer will be filling the board seat that was recently vacated by Nannette Simmons. Written by Nick Fiala Jul 15, 2025
Full story here: https://www.stgeorgeutah.com/news/you-need-to-give-back-washington-county-school-board-appoints-newest-member/article_ee00bf38-89ca-4a1c-88c4-c483b6306725.html
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- 1 driver extricated after 2-vehicle crash on River Road during rush hour
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- 0:42
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- A man had to be removed from a smashed vehicle and was rushed to the hospital by ambulance Wednesday night after a collision in St. George.
St. George Fire Department Chief Robert Stoker told St. George News that his crew was called to the scene at the intersection of River Road and Venture Drive at approximately 6 p.m. Written by E. George Goold Jul 16, 2025
Full story here: https://www.stgeorgeutah.com/news/1-driver-extricated-after-2-vehicle-crash-on-river-road-during-rush-hour/article_f149d83c-fd82-46c0-8742-bb8ccb290216.html
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- 'Saving lives': Washington County Drug Task Force honored in fentanyl fight
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- 2:42
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- 1 year ago
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- The success of a targeted effort in addressing Utah's fentanyl crisis was announced during a press conference Monday in Salt Lake City, where the Washington County Drug Task Force was recognized in the statewide effort.
Beau Mason, the newly-appointed Commissioner of the Utah Department of Public Safety, said the Governor's Fentanyl Task Force, launched in October, has made significant progress in addressing the availability of the drug, one of the main drivers of overdose deaths and addiction not only in Utah, but across the country.
Full Story Here: https://www.stgeorgeutah.com/news/saving-lives-washington-county-drug-task-force-honored-in-fentanyl-fight/article_30735a32-ad8f-4a7f-82f7-5f240490d055.html
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- St. George News at 5: 7-17-2025
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- 6:25
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- St. George voters are invited to meet the mayor and City Council candidates ahead of the primary election. And the Washington County Drug Task Force is honored by Utah officials in the fentanyl fight. We’ve got those stories, a look at your weather forecast, and more.
Watch every weekday for the latest local news, weather updates, and in-depth reporting across Southern Utah. For more details, visit: https://www.stgeorgeutah.com/ Have a tip or story idea? Leave a comment or reach out through our website. #stgeorgeutah #southernutah #utahnews #localnews #weatherforecast #newsat5
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- Urban trail takes shape as city works to finish $1.45M project before Utah Tech's fall semester
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- 1:57
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- 1 year ago
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- Work to transform 700 East in downtown St. George into a part of an urban trail system is well underway.
Plans to add an urban trail and traffic-calming measures to 700 East have been in the books since before March 2021, when the city of St. George hosted a cycling event that turned the east side of the road into a two-lane bike trail.
Currently, 700 East, also known as University Avenue, has traffic cones running from 700 South to St. George Boulevard. Roadwork currently underway and scheduled for the near future focuses on median installation, road striping, bulb outs (curb extensions) and landscaping.
“They’ve already done the road surfacing portion of it,” Cameron Cutler, public works director for the city of St. George, recently told St. George News. “They still need to get the striping down. As you see, construction on 700 East now, they’re putting in a median. It’s more of a buffer median between the vehicle travel lanes and th...
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- 'You need to give back': Washington County school board appoints newest member
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- 0:58
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- 1 year ago
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- The Washington County Board of Education unanimously selected former high school principal Norman Craig Hammer as its new member Monday.
Hammer will be filling the board seat that was recently vacated by Nannette Simmons.
The board chose Hammer from three candidates who approached the board for a brief interview on July 14. After interviewing each candidate for 15 minutes, the board members spent approximately one hour privately discussing which candidate to select.
Board President David Stirland then reopened the meeting and announced that Hammer had been selected while commending his qualifications.
Read the full story here: https://www.stgeorgeutah.com/news/you-need-to-give-back-washington-county-school-board-appoints-newest-member/article_ee00bf38-89ca-4a1c-88c4-c483b6306725.html
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- July 17, 2025
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- 0:40
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- TGIF: Your Weekend Adventure Guide. July 16, 2025 #localnews #events #tgif
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- 1:59
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- July 15, 2025
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- 0:58
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- St. George News at 5: 7-15-2025
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- 6:50
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- Coming up on St. George News at 5 — the man accused of unleashing a hail of gunfire during a Little Valley standoff is now facing more than 50 serious charges. Southern Utah conservationists are on the move, counting prairie dogs in a unique effort to protect the ecosystem. And dangerous heat with high fire risk continues across the region. All that and more, straight ahead.
Watch every weekday for the latest local news, weather updates, and in-depth reporting across Southern Utah. For more details, visit: https://www.stgeorgeutah.com/ Have a tip or story idea? Leave a comment or reach out through our website. #stgeorgeutah #southernutah #utahnews #localnews #weatherforecast #newsat5
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- St. George News at 5: 7-14-2025
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- 9:51
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- 1 year ago
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- Coming up tonight on St. George News at 5 — the historic Grand Canyon Lodge is lost as the Dragon Bravo Fire burns over 5,000 acres on the North Rim, forcing closures for the season. Plus, big changes are coming to Southern Utah schools with new laws affecting everything from cell phone use to school lunches. And later, we’ll bring you a look at your dangerously hot weather forecast. All that and more, straight ahead.
Watch every weekday for the latest local news, weather updates, and in-depth reporting across Southern Utah. For more details, visit: https://www.stgeorgeutah.com/ Have a tip or story idea? Leave a comment or reach out through our website. #stgeorgeutah #southernutah #utahnews #localnews #weatherforecast #newsat5
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- July 14, 2025
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- 1:13
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- St. George News: Trending Stories July 8 - 14, 2025.
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- 1:23
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- #trendingstories #stgeorge #localnews #updates
STORY LINKS: https://www.stgeorgeutah.com/news/top-5-weekend-stories-on-st-george-news/article_3e27dad2-8069-45bb-a9df-ab19cdb4f229.html
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- 'They all deserve love': Salty Sanctuary turns compassion into 2nd chance for farm animals
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- 1:22
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- In the quiet hills near Diamond Valley, a growing sanctuary offers more than shelter — it’s a lifeline for dozens of farm animals rescued from neglect and harsh realities few ever see.
“My motivation behind rescuing the cows and everybody is to give the animals a life they all deserve,” Salty Sanctuary owner and founder Emily Potter said. “They all want to live. They all want to have relationships; they all want to have connections. They’re just big puppies.”
The Salty Sanctuary is home to four female cows, a llama named Samantha, 11 goats between the ages of 4 and 5 and five chickens rescued from various situations in Washington County. The sanctuary also houses two full-size horses, two miniature horses and a zebra. One of the horses, Woody, was nearly euthanized by a former owner after beginning to lose his eyesight.
Full story here: https://www.stgeorgeutah.com/life/they-all-deserve-love-st-george-woman-turns-mission-of-compassion-into-2nd-chance-fo...
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- Waterline break floods Washington City streets
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- 0:36
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- A waterline break near Black Rock Road in Washington City triggered flooding across multiple streets on Monday evening, causing minor property damage and ongoing cleanup efforts, officials said.
The break occurred at approximately 9:15 p.m., sending floodwaters through a subdivision near Black Rock Road and Arabian Court, spilling onto South Camino Real and East Washington Dam Road, Washington City Water Superintendent Dallan Wadsworth told St. George News. Written by Jessi Bang Jul 14, 2025
Full story here: https://www.stgeorgeutah.com/news/waterline-break-floods-washington-city-streets/article_4437cd9a-a50c-4b94-8747-84aa1493b0a4.html
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- New Harmony celebrates arrival of new fire engine with 'push-in' ceremony
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- 1:31
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- New Harmony Fire Department celebrated the arrival of its new fire engine last Saturday morning as firefighters and supporters gave the vehicle its first ceremonial push into the bay at the Fire Station No. 2.
“The push-in ceremony goes back to the times when fire apparatus was steam-powered and horse-powered,” New Harmony Fire Chief Jim Banks explained. “Well, horses don't have an effective reverse gear, right? So they’ve got to disconnect the horses and push the apparatus back into the station. So that's where this history came from.” Written by Jeff Richards Jul 13, 2025
Full story here: https://www.stgeorgeutah.com/news/new-harmony-celebrates-arrival-of-new-fire-engine-with-push-in-ceremony/article_522c360c-1043-4d4b-861e-648c7cd30ae1.html
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- Counting critters: How surveys help conserve, manage Southern Utah's prairie dogs
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- 2:05
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- The prairie dog's sand-colored coat faded into the dusty backdrop of its desert home. But that didn't stop Utah Prairie Dog Recovery Biologist Barbara Sugarman from catching a glimpse as its head popped up from the burrow, adding one more rodent to her count.
"They're such interesting animals, just social-wise" Sugarman told Cedar City News. "I personally think that they're absolutely fascinating — to watch the interactions between them. … I love watching the juveniles. They're so much fun. They haven't quite figured out life yet." Written by Alysha Lundgren Jul 13, 2025
Full story here; https://www.stgeorgeutah.com/news/counting-critters-how-surveys-help-conserve-manage-southern-utahs-prairie-dogs/article_66ac228d-55df-4099-b31f-ca0612a56398.html
