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Today in Utah · Thursday, October 15
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Two Salt Lake City hikers rescued on Mount Shasta; UTA to waive fares this weekend
The pair were found uninjured after about 36 hours, and the transit agency plans another fare-free weekend while a fare increase is possible next year.
- Logan to host free all-ages silent disco on Halloween
The event runs 7 to 10 p.m. at the Carol and Jim Laub Plaza, with headphones provided first come, first served.
- BYU's Bachmeier and Notre Dame's Carr face off Saturday with Heisman talk on the periphery
The quarterbacks lead undefeated top-10 teams, but polls differ on whether either is a Heisman contender.
- One dead after wrong-way crash on I-80 near Coalville
A passenger car traveling the wrong way struck a cargo van head-on in Summit County on Thursday, and the van driver was taken for treatment.
- Park City author launches campaign to send 10,000 thank-you cards in November
Jenn Drummond's Thankful & Thoughtful initiative asks the public to write cards and log them on her Somedays app's website.
- Pat McAfee praises BYU players ahead of 'College GameDay' in Provo
ESPN's show broadcasts live from Heritage Halls at 7 a.m. MDT Saturday, ahead of BYU's game with No. 2 Notre Dame.
- Utah, Idaho and Wyoming governors tour TerraPower nuclear plant site in Wyoming
Gov. Spencer Cox and Sen. John Curtis joined the visit; an environmental group raised concerns about cost and waste.
Latest news
Birders report first verified storm petrel sightings in Utah after Tropical Storm Rachel
The ocean birds, carried inland by the storm, were seen at water bodies from St. George to Cache County.
Logan begins winter closures of park restrooms and gathering-area reservations
The city says draining water lines early prevents freeze damage; closures last until spring.
Fire damages storage area behind West Valley City auto business
Firefighters kept the flames from spreading into the dealership, and no injuries were reported.
Utah's average ACT score rises to 20.1 as state tests show gains
Utah led states that tested over 90% of graduates, while most subjects still fell short of benchmarks for half of test-takers.
State auditor finds Nebo School District not fully compliant with data privacy law
A privacy audit identified four findings, including gaps in the district's breach-notification plan.
American Fork Veterans Day program set for Nov. 11 at Alpine Tabernacle
The free hourlong ceremony features retired Maj. Gen. Jefferson Burton and the Timpanogos Chorale.
Uintah High students recognized for academics, eSports and a halftime show
The school and district share weekly student highlights on Facebook.
Southern Utah light pollution could disorient migrating birds, advocates say
Phil Ertel of the Red Cliffs Audubon Society said skies remain dark but lighting is increasing with development.
Senate passes bill to reauthorize Snow Water Supply Forecasting Program
Sen. John Curtis led the bipartisan measure, which continues funding for the Bureau of Reclamation program.
Big 12 coaches pick BYU sixth and Utah last in preseason basketball poll
Arizona was picked first in the league's preseason poll, released Thursday.
NAPA donates about $20,000 in tools and software to UBTech
The equipment will support the school's automotive and diesel programs.
Three candidates on the Nov. 3 ballot for Utah Senate District 21
Republican incumbent Brady Brammer faces Democrat Kandee Myers and Utah Forward Party candidate Wayne Woodfield.
Roosevelt to start water line work on State Street Monday
Phase 1, from 200 North to 300 South, is expected to wrap up by Nov. 15.
Steve Young named celebrity guest picker for College GameDay in Provo
The former BYU quarterback will join ESPN's pregame show Saturday ahead of the Cougars' game with Notre Dame.
Sitake, who played at Notre Dame as a BYU freshman, looks ahead to Saturday's rematch
The BYU coach is 1-0 against the Irish as a player and 0-1 as both a head coach and an assistant.
Hill Air Force Base jets to fly over BYU-Notre Dame game
F-35A jets will pass 1,000 feet above LaVell Edwards Stadium just before kickoff Saturday.
Carbon High School lets students out early for planned Price outage
Price City scheduled an outage from noon to about 3 p.m. Thursday to repair storm-damaged equipment.
American Fork to hold hearing Oct. 27 on vacating small right-of-way parcel
The City Council will take public comment on giving up a 0.016-acre parcel near 10 West and 1200 South.
Plumbers list steps to protect pipes before the first freeze
Two plumbing professionals told FOX 13 that removing garden hoses and knowing the main shutoff can prevent bursts.
Millcreek appeals air permit for proposed Parleys Canyon quarry
The city is asking for review of the Division of Air Quality's September permit for Granite Construction's proposed gravel mine.
UDOT announces ramp and road closures in Davis and Salt Lake counties, warns of Spanish Fork Canyon traffic
Closures begin as soon as this weekend, and heavy traffic is expected on US-6 Sunday.
Lehi's JobNimbus launches analytics tools for roofing contractors
The company's offerings include a free reporting tool and a paid AI add-on.
Moab planners discuss expanding future annexation area through Spanish Valley
City staff said the proposal does not start any annexation; public hearings are set for Oct. 22 and Nov. 10.
Wheeler Machinery agrees to acquire SITECH Intermountain
The transaction is expected to close Dec. 31, and terms were not disclosed.
BYU, Utah and Big 12 teams face key games this weekend
BYU hosts Notre Dame and Utah visits Colorado as the Big 12 has five teams ranked in the top 20.
Utah men's basketball plays exhibition at Nevada on Saturday
The Runnin' Utes, who beat UNLV 79-69 in their exhibition opener, visit Reno on Oct. 17.
UDOT presents plan for added eastbound I-80 lane near Kimball Junction
The $14 million to $17 million project is in design, with construction expected to start next year.
HawkWatch International recovers ambassador bird nearly 100 days after escape
The bird escaped into Salt Lake City and is back in the organization's care.
Utah Women in the Money Conference set for Oct. 22-23
The eighth annual event at the Salt Palace offers in-person sessions for a fee and free virtual attendance.
No. 2 Notre Dame and No. 8 BYU meet Saturday in first top-10 game at LaVell Edwards Stadium
Both teams were left out of the College Football Playoff last season and enter the Provo game unbeaten.