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Looking for work in Utah? Pick the right Workforce Services starting point
The Department of Workforce Services offers free job-search tools, career counseling, training help and apprenticeship links. The trick is knowing which one fits where you are.
A small-business continuity plan Utah owners can start this week
Utah's Be Ready Business program offers free help building a continuity plan. Here is how to start with essential work, staff response, communication and supplies.
Gov. Cox leads Utah trade mission to Ireland, meets prime minister
The delegation includes representatives from the tech, life sciences, energy, quantum and research sectors.
Magnolia Bakery to open second Utah location in Foothill Village on Oct. 28
Utah would be the first state outside New York to have more than one of the bakery's locations, the company said.
Nordstrom Rack opens at Junction Commons in Park City
The 25,000-square-foot store is the first Nordstrom launch in the area in 10 years, a company executive said.
Bonrue Bakery opens Provo location and plans more in Utah
The bakery, founded in St. George in 2021, has announced its next shops for Orem and Spanish Fork.
Ski Utah CEO Nathan Rafferty inducted into Utah Tourism Hall of Fame
Rafferty, who started at Ski Utah as an intern in 1994, has led the group since 2005.
Dough Lady cinnamon roll shop opens second location in Lehi
Owners Amy and Eric Lund opened the shop in September, after launching their first storefront in Millcreek in December 2024.
Utah adds 25,200 jobs over the year as unemployment holds at 3.5%
Nonfarm payroll employment rose 1.4% in the 12 months through September, led by education and health services, the state's monthly report shows.
Salt Lake City nonprofit furloughs 110 workers amid contract cut and insurance costs
Advantage Services CEO Robert Ferris said the nonprofit needs about $500,000 to operate through the end of the year.
Park City business groups cite staffing costs and worker housing in city summary
Park City staff compiled the groups' comments ahead of a City Council discussion on economic development.
Intermountain opens specialty clinic and cancer center in Saratoga Springs
The 48,000-square-foot facility adds cardiology, orthopedics, pediatrics and cancer treatment for residents of Saratoga Springs, Eagle Mountain and West Lehi.
Landscapes Golf Management gets multi-year extension at Jeremy Ranch
The company has overseen business operations at the private Park City club since 2013.
Utah bookstores open and host events as reading rates fall
Booksellers told Utah Business that gifts, memberships and community events help them stay profitable.
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.
Fire damages storage area behind West Valley City auto business
Firefighters kept the flames from spreading into the dealership, and no injuries were reported.
Wheeler Machinery agrees to acquire SITECH Intermountain
The transaction is expected to close Dec. 31, and terms were not disclosed.
University of Utah and PNC Bank announce sponsorship with new stadium terrace
The multi-year deal creates the PNC Terrace on the fourth level of Rice-Eccles Stadium's west tower.
Cedar City's Cross Hollow Events Center approves bids for new covered arena
The arena manager said a recent addition has kept the facility busy and that a 150-by-225-foot covered outdoor arena is planned.
Utah-based organizers launch nationwide scavenger hunt with $1 million prize
Participants will register through KryptoChase and use the Skavengerz app, with state winners earning $5,000 and a spot in a national championship.
Utah publishers and authors describe growth in women's fiction and fan events
Publishers said more than half of Shadow Mountain Publishing's authors are now women, as readers organize Regency-themed events across the state.
State promises tax credit for Baxter Aerospace expansion in Washington City
The company has agreed to add 90 jobs and invest $19.55 million in Utah over five years to qualify.
MTN OPS founder says family hardship shaped company and its meal-packing charity
Trevor Farnes told Utah Business that Operation Conquer Hunger, MTN OPS' charity, recently packed its 12 millionth meal for Utah residents in need.
Lehi hospital family room seeks year-round help after donation drive
The Ronald McDonald House room at Primary Children's Miller Family Campus serves about 3,000 families a year and is booking 2027 meal volunteers.
Utahns' rating of quality of life falls to record low as housing costs bite
A statewide index found housing affordability rated lowest of 20 factors, and confidence in good-job opportunities slipped.
Utah life sciences sector pays well above state average, backers say
Industry group BioHive Utah says biotech and health innovation have grown well beyond the state's medical device roots.
Heber Valley dairy farmer says worker shortage is getting worse
Farmers face high costs, drought and immigration enforcement fears while competing with better-paying industries for labor.
Baxter Aerospace wins Utah incentive for planned Washington City expansion
The company plans $19.55 million in investment and 90 jobs over five years; the tax benefit depends on meeting performance requirements.
Lehi forms small business advisory council to cut red tape
The 20 local owners on the new panel held their first meeting Oct. 7 and will advise the City Council on regulations that burden small firms.
Utah Medical extends $75-a-share tender offer to October 27
Shareholders will have time to consider third-quarter results, scheduled for October 22, before the revised deadline.
MoonPay agrees to acquire Utah-based North Capital
MoonPay announced a definitive agreement on September 23, 2026 to acquire North Capital Investment Technology, a Salt Lake City-based private-markets infrastructure provider. The deal is subject to regulatory approvals and customary closing conditions.