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Commissioners approved short-term funding while pushing for long-term solutions—like partnerships, tax strategies, and cross-county agreements—to ensure EMS stays strong in Grand County.
Grand County’s new pre-trial services program is already making an impact—keeping people out of jail, speeding up court cases, and connecting participants with treatment and support. Learn how officials plan to keep it going.
Authorities confirmed that a body buried under the name “John Doe” is actually that of Robby Lynn Peay, a 17-year-old from Provo who disappeared in 1982.
Thirteen commercial outfitters currently operate under special rec permits, offering guided river trips, hiking, camping, and fishing excursions.
The Bureau of Land Management is asking rock climbers to steer clear of Long Canyon near Moab from April 1 to June 15 to protect desert bighorn sheep during lambing season.
Much of Moab is without power, part of a string of outages from Green River to Mexican Hat beginning around 6:30 p.m. that are affecting almost 10,000 Rocky Mountain Power customers.
Power could remain out until tomorrow morning, according to the utility.
Sallie Hodges’ The Wilderness Within Us All documents a transformative river trip highlighting diversity, inclusion, and the healing power of nature. Now gaining national recognition!
A lawsuit challenges the BLM’s San Rafael Swell Travel Plan, which closes 665 miles of routes. Plaintiffs argue it ignores public input and legal protocols.
If the Moab offices shut down, it could affect many local employees who help manage national parks and public lands—following controversial job cuts that have sparked protests nationwide, including in Grand County.
Commissioner Brian Martinez pushed to overturn a recommendation from an advisory board and appoint a different slate of candidates.
