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Fire near Oak Grove Campground grows to 22 acres
ST. GEORGE — A fire burning near the Oak Grove Campground spread from 5 to 22 acres over the course of a few hours on Monday. The fire was reportedly started after an all-terrain vehicle caught fire on the side of the road in the Dixie National Forest a short distance below the Oak Grove Campground, Hurricane Valley Fire District Battalion Chief Tyler Ames told St. George News.
Former officer arrested in St. George now in federal custody after reportedly fleeing to Cambodia
ST. GEORGE — After cutting his ankle monitor and fleeing the country, a northern Utah former police officer was recently picked up by the U.S. Marshals Service. Currently in federal custody in Southern California, he is awaiting extradition to southern Utah for sentencing in a case filed in Washington County.
No hospitalizations after two-car crash in Southern Utah
HURRICANE, Utah (KUTV) — Nobody was taken to the hospital after a crash in Washington County on Friday. First responders in Hurricane arrived to the area near 3900 W State Street just before 6 p.m. They said there were a total of three patients who were evaluated at the...
Friends, family of St. George man missing a month keep posting, hoping for news
ST. GEORGE, Utah, April 27, 2024 (Gephardt Daily) — Friends have posted a new round of photos of Tyler Craig Irvine as the search for him reached one month. “Please continue to share and help keep an eye out,” family friend Smith Reachel said Thursday night on the Washington County Community Watch page on Facebook. “He’s been missing a month now.”
Man arrested for allegedly using false information to apply at youth facility in Hurricane
ST. GEORGE — A staff member of a residential youth crisis center on St. George Boulevard arrested last week for suspected child abuse is back in jail after reportedly applying to another juvenile facility in Washington County using false information, police said. On Wednesday, 29-year-old Henry Chism Okwori, of...
Comics, cover bands and local musicians: Bumbleberry Theater’s spring shows offer something for everyone
CONTRIBUTED CONTENT — The Bumbleberry Theater, nestled in beautiful Springdale, has unveiled a dazzling lineup of entertainment for the spring season. Featuring both local talent and touring entertainers, there’s always a reason to get excited about the next concert or event. “We have two great comedians coming that...
2 women in jail for allegedly stealing $2,500 in merchandise from St. George retailers
ST. GEORGE — Two women were arrested after being detained by store employees for suspected retail theft. Responding officers then found $2,500 in stolen merchandise in the vehicle the pair was traveling in, police say. Officers responded to a possible retail theft reported at a department store on East...
Vehicle fire, collision keep responders busy near New Harmony
ST. GEORGE — Southern Utah law enforcement and firefighters had a busy Sunday evening with two separate incidents near New Harmony. A woman was traveling south on Interstate 15 near New Harmony when she “all of a sudden noticed a problem” while driving a white Toyota Camry, New Harmony Fire Chief Jim Banks told St. George News.
Governor Announces Administrative Leave for Virgin Islands Carnival
Gov. Albert Bryan Jr. informs government employees of the Virgin Islands Carnival 2024 schedule. On the following dates during the Carnival season, employees will be granted administrative leave, and Virgin Islands Government offices will be closed:. Wednesday, May 1: Virgin Islands Carnival 2024 – Food Fair – All non-essential executive...
Practice your faith in a safe place with religious services at this upscale Utah retirement community
CONTRIBUTED CONTENT — For followers of faith, church services offer a place of peace, worship and divine connection. When it’s time to retire and enjoy your golden years, it’s important to consider living in supportive places like Ovation Sienna Hills, where residents can enjoy a safe haven to practice and meet like-minded followers. Located in Southern Utah within an hour’s drive of awe-inspiring Zion National Park, the staff at this upscale senior community strive to welcome followers of all religious beliefs.
Why more people are building and buying homes in Hurricane
Nestled amidst the stunning red rock formations and desert landscapes of Utah, Hurricane is a city that's quickly becoming a hotspot for new home construction. From its unbeatable natural beauty to the allure of endless outdoor recreation, this southern Utah town offers a unique blend of charm and adventure. And living there is much more of a breeze than its name suggests.
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