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Escalante Powerlifting Competes at State
Escalante faced challenges throughout the season and at the state finals. The week leading up to the competition, team members had strep throat. Others had nagging injuries. “They persevered, and they went through it,” said team coach Earl Martinez. “When they have faith in themselves, they can move mountains.”
Weather service lifts flash flood watch; ‘heightened condition of readiness’ urged for Panguitch area
ST. GEORGE — The improving situation with Panguitch Lake Dam has prompted the National Weather Service to lift the flash flood watch that had been in effect for portions of Southern Utah. “Dam operators and Garfield County officials have reported that progress has been made to stabilize the Panguitch...
Weather service lifts flash flood watch; ‘heightened condition of readiness’ urged for Panguitch area
ST. GEORGE — The improving situation with Panguitch Lake Dam has prompted the National Weather Service to lift the flash flood watch that had been in effect for portions of Southern Utah. “Dam operators and Garfield County officials have reported that progress has been made to stabilize the Panguitch...
Panguitch Lake reopens for fishing after hiatus due to damage
PANGUITCH, Utah (ABC4) — Panguitch Lake, one of the most popular fishing spots in southern Utah, is open again to fishers after a brief hiatus due to damage to the Panguitch Lake Dam. Fishers can get on the lake starting Monday, April 22, according to the Utah Division of...
Panguitch Lake Dams risk reduction efforts show progress
PANGUITCH, Utah — Officials at the Panguitch Lake Dam have reported significant progress in their efforts to mitigate risk at the site. The lake level has dropped 15 inches from its original level last Tuesday, and it is expected to be drawn down to a level suitable for visual inspection and potential repairs by the end of the week.
Calling all artists: Grand Staircase-Escalante opens applications for Artist-in-Residence program
ST. GEORGE — An exciting opportunity has opened for artists. Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument announced Friday that applications are now being accepted for the 2024 Artist-in-Residence program, sponsored through a partnership with the Escalante Canyons Art Festival and Glen Canyon Conservancy. Applications must be received by midnight, April 14....
Evacuation notice lifted for Panguitch as crews continue stabilization efforts at dam
PANGUITCH, Garfield County — An evacuation notice that was issued for residents of Panguitch and surrounding areas has been lifted as crews continue to stabilize a cracked portion of Panguitch Lake Dam. State Route 143 has also reopened to regular traffic, but parts of the road will remain closed...
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