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Woman transported to hospital after crashing through wall in Washington City
ST. GEORGE — After reportedly donating plasma, a woman crashed through a brick wall in Washington City on Sunday afternoon, authorities say. At approximately 3:49 p.m., law enforcement responded to a crash on 270 W. George Washington Boulevard after a silver 2009 Lexus RX had crashed through a wall, Washington City Police Lt. Kory Klotz told St. George News.
St. George police arrest 911 caller for making alleged false report of being robbed at gunpoint
ST. GEORGE — A dozen officers responded Saturday to a report of an armed robbery off River Road only to learn it was a false report made by a 911 caller who needed a ride to Provo. St. George Consolidated Communications Center received a report shortly after 3 p.m....
Judge asks defendant about desire to return to prison during sentencing in St. George
ST. GEORGE — A local man appeared for sentencing after reportedly beating and robbing a woman during an attempted sexual assault in December, where he was arrested near the scene hours later. Robert Lee Johnson, 42, of St. George appeared for sentencing on third-degree felony robbery and assault, both...
UPDATED: Rider transported with head trauma after collision on SR-18 between 2 motorcyclists
ST. GEORGE — A motorcyclist sustained head trauma in an incident involving another motorcyclist during a group ride on state Route 18 around noon on Saturday. The crash occurred at a bend in the road as part of a larger group ride heading north near mile marker 35 on SR-18. Washington County Sheriff’s Office Sgt. Lucas Alfred told St. George News that deputies on the scene reported that the crash happened when the front motorcycle rider in the group began slowing down, preparing for a bend in the road.
Fugitive’s sentence saves Utah taxpayers before extradition to Colorado on attempted murder case
ST. GEORGE — A Colorado man appeared for sentencing Thursday on multiple felony charges filed in Washington County, and once he completes his sentence in Utah, he will be extradited to his home state to face an attempted murder charge. Joshua Stephen Williamson, 39, was sentenced on one second-degree...
There’s a new restaurant coming to Hurricane
According to a press release issued Thursday, Café Rio plans to unveil its new concept building, designed to harmonize with Café Rio’s vibrant ambiance and famous Tex-Mex cuisine. The new concept will be constructed in collaboration with Shakespeare Development and will open in mid-2025. Café Rio joins...
St. George News at 5: Driver crashes through wall, Ivins considers tax increase and motorcyclists collide
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Search for missing St. George woman continues in Kane County
ST. GEORGE — Kane County Sheriff's Office search teams spent last weekend searching an area near Duck Creek around the location where a missing St. George woman's car was found last November. Another search is scheduled for this weekend. Sheriff Tracy Glover told St. George News that despite an...
Top 5 weekend stories on St. George News
ST. GEORGE — In case you missed it, here is your weekend recap of the top five most-viewed stories published on St. George News from Saturday to Sunday, May 18-19. See the related stories at the bottom of this page for five honorable mention stories. FEATURE — Both Jupiter...
St. George man sentenced to 29 months in prison for COVID relief fraud
ST.GEORGE, Utah, May 15, 2024 (Gephardt Daily) — A 40-year-old St. George man was sentenced to more than two years in prison after admitting to using fraud to obtain government funds intended to help employees and small businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic. Bradford Leland Fishback was also ordered to...
My Iron Door Company announces grand opening, showcase of in-stock or custom iron and accordion doors
CONTRIBUTED CONTENT — My Iron Door Company proudly announces its grand opening at 4204 S. River Road in St. George. This celebratory event will start with an exclusive preview for builders, contractors and designers on Thursday, May 23, followed by a public unveiling on Friday, May 24. As a...
Southwest Utah’s horde of tourists and snowbirds are a stealthy demand on its water
It’s no secret that the expanding population in St. George is on a collision course with its limited water supply. But what about the tourists and snowbirds flocking there?. According to a 2019 estimate from the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute, visitors and seasonal residents make up more than a quarter of the people in Washington County on a typical day during peak time, such as Labor Day weekend.
Governor Names Dustin Yates as Mayor, Maj. Todd Morris as Chief in St. George
Governor Jeff Landry announced the appointment of the Interim Mayor and Chief of Police for the city of St. George. Gov. Landry said, “Chief Morris and Mayor Yates have the experience needed to fill these roles—especially during this important time of transition. I look forward to the work they will do to ensure St. George is a safe and thriving community.”
Police: Woman arrested for DUI after rolling Jeep off cliff in St. George
ST. GEORGE — Emergency responders were dispatched to the scene of a rollover on state Route 18 near mile marker 6 on Tuesday evening. When they arrived, it was discovered that the Jeep had allegedly rolled off a cliff from a hiking trail near the highway before coming to rest on its side on the state highway.
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