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The theater has always been a space to bring people together, a place where stories are shared and imaginations run wild. For Ian Buchsbaum, it’s been hard to tap into that magic in Moab–so he’s creating it himself. “Red Rock Revue,” billed as “Moab’s homegrown, original, non-profit theater company,”  is Buchsbaum’s brainchild, an answer to…

Movie fans and science nerds have long debated how realistic certain movie events are: could Indiana Jones survive a nuclear bomb in a refrigerator? In space, do you implode? Why exactly do zombies crave brains?  Science Moab is doing its part to answer these burning questions and more with a third year of Science on…

A century ago, traffic jams in Moab looked very different than today. Cattle – not cars – clogged streets seasonally, as ranchers brought livestock through the Moab Valley on their way to the railroad in Thompson.  What was it like driving cattle through town? What was it like for locals when hundreds of cows passed…

On April 26, baseball fans gathered in Blanding, UT, as the Grand County Red Devils took on the San Juan Broncos in an exhilarating match-up. From the first pitch, Grand County asserted their dominance, maintaining a lead throughout the game. The final score stood at an impressive 12-3 in favor of the Red Devils, showcasing…

The U.S. creates more waste than anywhere else in the world, with the average American producing nearly 1,800 pounds annually. It’s widely recognized that reducing, reusing, and recycling are key parts of the fight to maintain a healthy planet – and local advocates are hoping to instill the importance of those tactics to young people…

Annie Dalton has been finding artistic inspiration in the vast desert landscapes of the Southwest for years. From rock and erosion patterns to native wildflowers, elements of the natural world seep into her work as both a ceramicist and a two-dimensional artist.  Earlier this month, Dalton began her tenure as the 2024 Community Artist in…

Good day, and a hearty meow, my friends. What a splendid time of year it is to hear music out of doors! I love few things more than sitting outside in the library courtyard listening to the symphony of bird song all around. Birds aren’t the only thing performing in the library courtyard this month….

Mayberry staff work toward their goal to create a healthy plant community on the Upper Colorado Plateau.

Housing advocates gathered to break ground on three new projects at the Arroyo Crossing development on April 18. Over 80 low- and moderate-income housing units—including apartments, cottages and townhomes—will begin construction this spring. Officials from the Moab Area Community Land Trust, the Housing Authority of Southeastern Utah and the Utah Housing Corporation celebrated the move…

In a fiercely contested soccer match on April 18, the Grand County Red Devils secured a narrow 3-2 victory over the Beaver Beavers [Yes, seriously—look it up! -ed.] Jake Mason sealed the win with a crucial goal for Grand County. This marked Grand County’s fourth consecutive home win, boosting their record to 9-2. The match…

For more than two years, Moab Community Cycles has been connecting and empowering riders in the Moab community through tuneup nights and affordable used bike sales. Now, they’ve found a “forever home” where they can continue to grow their mission. Evan Smiley, the founder of Moab Community Cycles, started the project with a simple goal:…

The John Wesley Powell River History Museum announces new members of the River Running Hall of Fame

For a small desert town, Moab’s food scene certainly punches above its weight, and that’s in no small part thanks to the often-unacknowledged farmers who grow local foods and high-quality ingredients.  Moab Grown is an initiative that connects farmers and producers with the local community, chefs, and retail outlets. Their annual Moab Local Food Guide…

Public Comment Residents attended to give comment on the City cost of living adjustment, the difficulties of having a home in a designated floodplain, and support for residents of the City’s Walnut Lane project who risk being displaced.  Begins at 00:01:48 Presentations Safe Routes to School Presented by Grand County School District Community Coordinator Jeremy…

A word from the library cat

A month ago, a car drove slowly through our neighborhood.  The driver seemed lost. He stopped in front of our house and got out, leaving his car idling. I walked outside to see if he needed assistance. He was just admiring our garden. He was quite friendly and happy to explain the funny-looking antenna on…

February 26, 1937—February 8, 2024 We are deeply heartbroken that our father, grandfather and husband Antonio Maria Chacon died on February 8, 2024, at 3 a.m. from natural causes.  He is remembered for his love of fishing and hunting; watching tennis, boxing—all sports, really; watching Judge Judy; and always playing bingo. Dad cared deeply for…

January 10, 1926 – April 18, 2024 Emma Sue (Walters) Arnold was born in Tifton, Georgia, on January 10, 1926. She passed away peacefully at Moab Regional Hospital on April 18, 2024, just a few months after her 98th birthday.   Sue married Tom Arnold while they attended Florida State University in 1946. She graduated with…

Residents of the Walnut Lane community in Moab are facing an uncertain future as city officials said the property must be vacated by the end of June. The impending evictions come after years of promises and discussions about the city-managed property, leaving residents scrambling for assistance to try and find affordable housing. Walnut Lane, a…

Elizabeth Kitchens takes the helm for the Utah Chapter