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BLM reconsiders Labyrinth Canyon off-road vehicle restrictions amid political pressure

Moab Sun News2 months ago2 months ago

The BLM cites Executive Order 14313, “Establishing the President’s Make America Beautiful Again Commission,” as justification for reconsidering the restrictions.

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Moab mountain bike team heads to state championship after racking up another win

Moab Sun News2 months ago2 months ago

The Red Devil mountain bike team secured their spot in the state championships with a first-place finish in Panguitch on Saturday.

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  • Outdoors Stories

BLM selects maximum access plan for class one e-bikes on 211 miles of Moab trails

Moab Sun News2 months ago2 months ago

The Bureau of Land Management announced Monday that 211.2 miles of popular mountain bike trails around Moab will open to class 1 e-bikes beginning March 1, 2026, selecting the most expansive option from their environmental analysis. The decision caps nearly a year of public input and continues the sometimes-contentious local debate over e-bike use on trails.

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In memory of Jamey Holyoak

Moab Sun News2 months ago2 months ago

Jamey’s family and friends will miss him deeply but will carry forward the memories of his laughter, his stories, and his love for life.

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Cosmo’s Corner: Teddy Bear TLC on Tuesday, Sept. 30

Moab Sun News2 months ago2 months ago

Bring your bruised stuffed animals to the Grand County Public Library on Tuesday, September 30. From 4 to 6 p.m., we will have a team of helpful “veterinarians” standing by with needle, thread, googly eyes and glue, ready to try and spiff up your friend!

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City planning commission grants parking exceptions, site approval for new Moab apartment project (Moab Planning Commission meeting, Sept. 26, 2025)

Moab Sun News2 months ago2 months ago

Reduced parking requirements were granted for a downtown businesses, while a major new affordable housing project with retail space received site plan approval following detailed discussion about community impacts and project conditions.

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Moab City Council Meeting, Sept. 23, 2025

Moab Sun News2 months ago2 months ago

The Moab City Council approved $484,735 for sidewalk repairs and improvements, moved forward on annexing land that will hold at least 50 apartments (at least 50% for locally employed tenants), and talked about other ongoing capital improvement projects.

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  • Local Government

Grand County Planning Commission, Sept. 22, 2025

Moab Sun News2 months ago2 months ago

No votes were taken at this meeting, though commissioners discussed upcoming ordinances and needed revisions to land use code.

  • Local Government

Grand County Budget Advisory Committee, Sept. 19, 2025

Moab Sun News2 months ago2 months ago

Read the official agenda here: Grand County Meeting Agendas Meeting Summary County Clerk/Auditor Gabe Woytek told the Budget Advisory Board that 2025 is trending to about $20.5 million in revenue against roughly $22.1…

  • Obituaries

In memory of Dorothy Mae Walden

Moab Sun News2 months ago2 months ago

There will be a graveside service on Thursday, September 25 at 11 a.m. at the Sunset Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Moab.

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