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New Moab development aims to put dent in workforce housing crisis
MOAB — When we talk about Utah's housing crisis, one of the most extreme examples is Moab. Housing there is scarce and expensive, especially for the workers who keep the tourist town running. But one new development aims to put a dent in the problem by creating more affordable...
Early Phones in Moab and Beyond
Long before cell phones, far simpler phone technology connected Moab to the outside world. In Moab, J.N. Corbin is remembered for many entrepreneurial efforts, including being a key player in bringing telephones to the region. In 1903, J.N. Corbin organized the LaSal Mountain Telephone and Electric Company to build and...
A new leader for The Nature Conservancy
Elizabeth Kitchens takes the helm for the Utah Chapter. “It’s a big job and I’m filling some big shoes,” says Elizabeth Kitchens as she takes the baton from Dave Livermore as the new director of The Nature Conservancy Utah State Chapter. The Nature Conservancy works in every...
In Memory of Audrey Galbraith
Our mother, Audrey Galbraith, was joyfully reunited in heaven with her husband and our father, Milton, on Monday, March 18, 2024—one day before their 73rd wedding anniversary. Audrey was born in Burlington, Iowa, on June 23, 1929, to Fay and Elsie McKasson. She married Milton Galbraith in 1951, and...
In Memory of Steven Cary McCandless
Steven Cary McCandless was born on November 25, 1951, to Richard and Barbara (Koehler) McCandless in Burlington, Iowa. In the spring of 1954, the McCandless family moved west to Moab, where Steve grew up and attended school. Steve graduated from Grand County High School in 1970, then spent years working drill rigs for Ray Shumway and various other folks or climbing poles running cable in different areas. He even did his own small reclamation gig for a short time.
Softball Game Preview: Gunnison Valley Bulldogs vs. Grand County Red Devils
After four games on the road, Gunnison Valley is heading back home. They will take on the Grand County Red Devils at 2:00 p.m. on Friday. Both squads will be entering this one on the heels of a big victory. Gunnison Valley's pitching crew heads into the match hoping to...
Cosmo’s Corner: Bubble party & storytime!
Hola y miau, amigos! It’s Cosmo the library cat here to invite you to a bilingual storytime and bubble party (hora de cuentos y fiesta de burbujas)! This event is hosted by the Grand County Public Library in partnership with the Moab Valley Multicultural Center on Friday, April 26 at 2:30 p.m. at the Moab Library.
2024 AMA West Hard Enduro Series Round 4 Results
The inaugural Moab Hard Enduro was held over the April 13-14 weekend and saw the largest U.S. Hard Enduro turnout this season. More than 250 racers showed up to Area BFE, a popular rock-crawling destination 15 minutes outside of Moab, Utah. FactoryOne Sherco’s Cody Webb and Louise Forsley won both Pro classes, and some new names were on the podium at round four of the AMA West Hard Enduro Series, presented by Klim.
“Gabby Petito Act” signed into law in Florida
SALT LAKE CITY — Florida is following in Utah’s footsteps, implementing a new law to protect people from domestic violence. It’s legislation Gabby Petito’s mom believes could have saved her daughter’s life. Authorities say Petito was killed by her fiancé, Brian Laundrie, while on a...
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