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Mayberry staff work toward their goal to create a healthy plant community on the Upper Colorado Plateau.

Housing advocates gathered to break ground on three new projects at the Arroyo Crossing development on April 18. Over 80 low- and moderate-income housing units—including apartments, cottages and townhomes—will begin construction this spring. Officials from the Moab Area Community Land Trust, the Housing Authority of Southeastern Utah and the Utah Housing Corporation celebrated the move…

In a fiercely contested soccer match on April 18, the Grand County Red Devils secured a narrow 3-2 victory over the Beaver Beavers [Yes, seriously—look it up! -ed.] Jake Mason sealed the win with a crucial goal for Grand County. This marked Grand County’s fourth consecutive home win, boosting their record to 9-2. The match…

For more than two years, Moab Community Cycles has been connecting and empowering riders in the Moab community through tuneup nights and affordable used bike sales. Now, they’ve found a “forever home” where they can continue to grow their mission. Evan Smiley, the founder of Moab Community Cycles, started the project with a simple goal:…

The John Wesley Powell River History Museum announces new members of the River Running Hall of Fame

For a small desert town, Moab’s food scene certainly punches above its weight, and that’s in no small part thanks to the often-unacknowledged farmers who grow local foods and high-quality ingredients.  Moab Grown is an initiative that connects farmers and producers with the local community, chefs, and retail outlets. Their annual Moab Local Food Guide…

Public Comment Residents attended to give comment on the City cost of living adjustment, the difficulties of having a home in a designated floodplain, and support for residents of the City’s Walnut Lane project who risk being displaced.  Begins at 00:01:48 Presentations Safe Routes to School Presented by Grand County School District Community Coordinator Jeremy…

A word from the library cat

A month ago, a car drove slowly through our neighborhood.  The driver seemed lost. He stopped in front of our house and got out, leaving his car idling. I walked outside to see if he needed assistance. He was just admiring our garden. He was quite friendly and happy to explain the funny-looking antenna on…

February 26, 1937—February 8, 2024 We are deeply heartbroken that our father, grandfather and husband Antonio Maria Chacon died on February 8, 2024, at 3 a.m. from natural causes.  He is remembered for his love of fishing and hunting; watching tennis, boxing—all sports, really; watching Judge Judy; and always playing bingo. Dad cared deeply for…

January 10, 1926 – April 18, 2024 Emma Sue (Walters) Arnold was born in Tifton, Georgia, on January 10, 1926. She passed away peacefully at Moab Regional Hospital on April 18, 2024, just a few months after her 98th birthday.   Sue married Tom Arnold while they attended Florida State University in 1946. She graduated with…

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…

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