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Residents of the Walnut Lane community in Moab are facing an uncertain future as city officials said the property must be vacated by the end of June. The impending evictions come after years of promises and discussions about the city-managed property, leaving residents scrambling for assistance to try and find affordable housing. Walnut Lane, a…

Elizabeth Kitchens takes the helm for the Utah Chapter

Moab’s Aaron Aboites has been involved in the coffee industry for nearly ten years. For the past two, he’s worked with his family at the Gelateria and Espresso Bar on Main Street. Last year, he opened the walk-up Espresso Wagon.  So when he heard Natali Zollinger, founder of Rize Training Studio on 400 East, was…

Long before cell phones, far simpler phone technology connected Moab to the outside world. In Moab, J.N. Corbin is remembered for many entrepreneurial efforts, including being a key player in bringing telephones to the region.  In 1903, J.N. Corbin organized the LaSal Mountain Telephone and Electric Company to build and operate telephone and electric power…

April 16, 2024 Review of Q4 2024 Special Event Intent-To-Apply Applications Thompson Springs Special Service Fire District Board Meeting Citizens To Be Heard Department, Agency and General Reports General Business & Action Items Dispute Resolution Appeal Begins at  Passed unanimously. Q4 2024 Special Event Intent To Apply applications Begins at 01:05:00 Passed unanimously. Resolution: Kane…

On April 12th, the Grand Co Red Devils faced off against the Piute Thunderbirds in a early afternoon softball game. The match concluded early when, after just three innings, the Red Devils demonstrated a dominant performance, securing a decisive 12-1 victory over the Thunderbirds.

On April 16th, the Grand Co Red Devils encountered a challenging game against the San Juan Broncos in a high-stakes softball match. The game ended prematurely with the Broncos taking a decisive lead, concluding the contest with a score of 19-1 in favor of San Juan. Despite the tough loss, the game provided valuable lessons…

Hola y miau, amigos! It’s Cosmo the library cat here to invite you to a bilingual storytime and bubble party (hora de cuentos y fiesta de burbujas)! This event is hosted by the Grand County Public Library in partnership with the Moab Valley Multicultural Center on Friday, April 26 at 2:30 p.m. at the Moab…

Looking for a forever home

July 18, 1959 – April 9, 2024 On Tuesday, April 9th, the hearts of Grand County, Colorado, and Grand County, Utah, grew a little heavier as we bid farewell to a truly remarkable soul, Roger Hedlund. For more than four decades, Roger dedicated himself to the enrichment and betterment of his Grand County, Colorado community,…

June 23, 1929—March 18, 2024 Our mother, Audrey Galbraith, was joyfully reunited in heaven with her husband and our father, Milton, on Monday, March 18, 2024—one day before their 73rd wedding anniversary.   Audrey was born in Burlington, Iowa, on June 23, 1929, to Fay and Elsie McKasson. She married Milton Galbraith in 1951, and they…

November 25, 1951—April 8, 2024 Steven Cary McCandless was born on November 25, 1951, to Richard and Barbara (Koehler) McCandless in Burlington, Iowa.  In the spring of 1954, the McCandless family moved west to Moab, where Steve grew up and attended school. Steve graduated from Grand County High School in 1970, then spent years working…

Sound healing is a lifelong journey for Annette Annette Kearl– a music therapist offering sound healing ceremonies for groups and individuals– is an amazing resource for Moab, Utah.  It was after a solo backpacking trip in Arches National Park in 1987 that Kearl learned of a music therapy program at Utah State University. With a…

This month, the Moab Museum is proud to announce a new exhibition beyond our walls at Moab Regional Hospital. “Legacy of Care: A Brief History of Medical Services” dives into the history of medical care and services as well as the providers themselves.  Moab’s medical history is defined by dedicated caregivers both inside and outside hospital…

Utah is home to some of the nation’s darkest skies. Now Moab is hoping to join the ranks of Dark Sky-certified places.

This meeting had two periods where audio was not recorded. Public Comments Multiple people gave comment on Main Street traffic dangers.  Begins at 00:05:13 Department Update Victims Advocate Update Begins at 00:21:30 Consent Agenda Begins at 00:34:30 Passed unanimously.  Presentations Presentation of the 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Projects Plan Begins at 00:38:00 General Business Consideration of…

The Pacific Northwest offers an excellent opportunity for new experiences, especially when looking for new hunting or fishing activities. I have spent time ocean fishing, crabbing, and clamming, all of which are foreign harvesting endeavors that I enjoy trying to become, if not successful at, at least sufficient. Razor clamming has deeply imprinted on my…

Hello and meow my friends! I’m here to invite you all to a special STEAM Story Hour next Tuesday, April 16, at 6:30 p.m. at the Grand County Library. This story hour is all about optical illusions. Optical illusions are games that humans play to trick their brains into seeing things that aren’t there. It…

Meet Zed! This sweet boy has been with Underdog for nine months, since he was only 3 months old. As of now, he is almost 1 year old and weighs around 47 lbs.  Zed is very trainable and eager to please and walks on a leash wonderfully. He also does great with most other dogs,…

I tried to submit this comment yesterday on the City of Moab’s website but the link did not work. I recall Rani [Derasary] stating multiple times in council meetings that the link to Citizens to be Heard comments was not functioning. (Gives one the impression the City of Moab is not concerned about constituents’ comments.)…