Local Moab firefighters on the front lines
Partway through a busy fire season, and over half of Utah’s wildfires have been started by humans
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Remains found in area couple went missing after flash flood outside Moab, authorities say
In a July 22 press release, the Grand County Sherrif’s Office reported that human remains have been found in Millcreek Canyon. Last month, a visiting couple disappeared in the same area after flash…
Science Moab School to Science Participant Excels in Collegiate Research
In high school, Brendan Moore studied lichen with local scientists, now he’s studying meteorology at a university
Section of Pipedream out of commission for the summer
Popular local mountain bike trail faced extensive damage from flooding
Flash floods hit Moab, disrupt repairs from previous flood
A violent storm on June 21 dumped over an inch of rain in just 15 minutes in some areas of Moab, according to Grand County Emergency Management Director Cora Phillips.
$5.5 million wildfire defense grant awarded to protect Moab Valley
Local organizations are teaming up to create a fire-resilient creek corridor
2 Moab residents save family on Colorado
Local authorities emphasize the importance of personal flotation devices for safety
Trail Ambassador Program continues growth in fourth year
After receiving the Leave No Trace Gold Designation, the Grand County Trail Ambassador Program shows no signs of slowing down
Canyonlands Field Institute holds monthly free, accessible day hikes focused on connection
Go on a hike for your mental health
Moab mountain bike champ, local high schooler Elisabeth Knight is cycling at an elite level!
Starting when she was a little kid, Moab local Elisabeth Knight knew she wanted to compete in the Olympics—even before she knew what sport she wanted to pursue. Now a junior at Grand…