Grand County Commission Meeting & Budget Workshop (December 2, 2025)
Routine business approvals, a housing grant extension, and prep for a possible fire truck grant moved forward, while commissioners debated budget changes and statewide tax reform.
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Woman gets probation and ~$15,000 in fines for petroglyph vandalism on public lands
Daniela Ganassim Ericksen, 47, of Ivins, pleaded guilty to defacing the ancient rock art near the junction of Buckskin Gulch and Wire Pass on Bureau of Land Management (BLM) property. Federal prosecutors say Ericksen carved her name and other markings directly into the rock surface on November 23, 2024.
Storm drops 9 inches of snow in the La Sal Mountains, triggering daily avalanche forecasts
As winter ramps up in the La Sals, the Utah Avalanche Center is offering a free Know Before You Go avalanche safety talk this Wednesday at 5:30 p.m. at the Moab Arts and Recreation Center. It’s a quick way for skiers, riders, and winter hikers to get up to speed before heading into the backcountry.
Proposal for Arches National Park in Moab to be discussed in meeting with Trump officials
A closed-door workshop of local and state officials with the Trump administration on Dec. 1 is raising concerns in Grand County, where the outcome could influence future management decisions at Arches National Park.
We talked to skydiver Becca Jordan about wingsuit flying, world records and how Moab “catapulted” her career
Becca Jordan of Moab just made history. Along with her teammates, Becca set an official world record for “most grips in a round,” performing 12 grips in a single round during a single wingsuit skydive. Check out the video!
“Winter won’t wait”: Navajo nonprofit Warm Elders keeps community warm despite federal funding freeze
Warm Elders, a family-run nonprofit founded by Moab’s Herbert Stash, gathers, cuts and delivers free firewood to Navajo families who rely on wood heat. Despite funding cuts, the group aims to match last year’s 250 cords distributed across the Nation.
A rare glimpse: Bobcat spotted in Moab
Local reader Jen Sadoff recently spotted something special in central Moab—a small bobcat perched in a tree. While the sighting might seem unusual, it’s actually a reminder that these elusive predators are thriving right here in our valley.
FireBREAK launches multiphase project to kick off fuels reduction season
Late fall through early spring is the best time to thin out or remove fire fuels that will become a big risk in the summer. Moab’s FireBREAK campaign is doing the work now to prevent fires next year.
What’s that smoke? Don’t worry — Controlled burns planned at Matheson Preserve next week
Burns from Monday, November 17 through Sunday, November 23, are part of efforts to eliminate invasive Russian olive trees.
Moab Valley Multicultural Center expands food box program to support families
The center is now providing supplementary food boxes weekly instead of twice per month, along with a City Market food card for families who show proof of a SNAP EBT card, according to Rhiana Medina, the center’s executive director.