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If you’re going to look up this December, this is the weekend to do it. The Geminids — widely considered one of the most reliable meteor showers of the year — are expected to peak over Moab on the night of December 13 into the early hours of December 14.
Suspended above a Moab canyon, a highline guide helps veterans with 22 Jumps confront fear, trust their safety systems, and step into the void. Through patience, breath, and compassion, fear becomes a teacher—not an enemy—on the Skywalk.
Moab City Council unanimously approved a trails plan, water shortage rules and a letter of support for Arches timed entry. The council reviewed proposals for new bathrooms at Swanny Park and upgrades at the Moab Free Health Clinic.
The San Juan County Sheriff’s Office announced Tuesday that the remains of Bluff artist and cultural figure Joseph Delmar Pachak were found on his property, ending a nearly two-week search that mobilized local officials, volunteers and friends.
This year’s donations bring the club’s five-year total given to important organizations in Grand, San Juan and Emery counties to $135,750.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
