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Masks required in Moab; Positive tests from tourists left out of count, health department reports

Rachel Fixsen5 years ago4 years ago

In Grand County, masks will be required in public places where physical distancing is impossible, including businesses and government buildings.  The Grand County Council approved the ordinance at their meeting on July 7…

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Top five questions about Utah’s new mask requirements

Moab Sun News5 years ago2 years ago

Support independent local journalism: become a Moab Sun News digital subscriber or make a tax-free donation on our frontpage today.  We’ve received a ton of questions from our readers after the release of…

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National Parks and camping still closed, Moab officials remind potential tourists

Moab Sun News5 years ago4 years ago

As recent public health orders allow hotels and motels to accept visitors to Moab, Grand County officials sent out a warning to tourists: don’t come here thinking you’ll hike to Delicate Arch. “In…

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Gov.: All workers in Utah must wear masks

Moab Sun News5 years ago4 years ago

Utah Gov. Gary Herbert issued orders that require all employees of Utah businesses to wear masks. This order goes further than the locally-drafted public health order scheduled to go into effect tomorrow.  As…

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Almost one in five Moab workers filed for unemployment from March 16-April 5

Moab Sun News5 years ago4 years ago

Over 17% – almost one in five – working people in Grand County filed for unemployment from March 16 to April 5, the highest among all counties and triple the state’s average.  The…

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As Utah’s students stay home, Grand County seniors will have “alternative” graduation

Moab Sun News5 years ago4 years ago

BREAKING: Today, Utah Governor Gary Herbert announced the state’s schools will continue to be closed while students remote learning from home through the end of the year. At the April 14 press conference,…

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Easter tourists, stay home say Moab authorities

Moab Sun News5 years ago4 years ago

The Moab Sun News needs your help. Show your support for independent community journalism and receive a digital edition emailed directly to you each week. Easter weekend is usually popular with travelers and tourists…

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Updated: Four positive for COVID-19 in Utah’s San Juan County

Moab Sun News5 years ago4 years ago

Update 3/28: this article was updated to reflect a second confirmed case in San Juan County, a clarification to the public health order issued the following day, as well as a statement issued…

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BLM removes controversial Sand Flats parcels from sale

Rachel Fixsen5 years ago4 years ago

Many Grand County residents and outdoor recreators from all over the world are likely relieved that the Utah State office of the Bureau of Land Management has removed two controversial parcels, located in…

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