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Archaeologists, investigators ask for public’s help; $3,000 reward offered for information on stolen human remains from ancient burial site
The Utah School and Institutional Trust Lands Administration (TLA) is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the individual or individuals responsible for removing a human skull from a protected ancient burial site in southern Utah. Kanab, UT In January 2025, investigators from the Attorney General’s Office assigned to the Trust Lands Administration became aware of the incident after viewing social media, prompting a search of a site near Kanab. During the extensi

Marla Kennedy
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Congresswoman Maloy introduces bill to honor fallen deputy Brian Harris with Glendale PO designation
On December 4, 2025, Congresswoman Celeste Maloy (R-UT) introduced legislation to honor the life and service of Deputy Sheriff Brian Harris, a Kane County Deputy who was killed in the line of duty. The bill would officially designate the United States Postal Service facility located at 35 South Main Street in Glendale, Utah, as the “Deputy Sheriff Brian Harris Post Office.” Image via Kane County, Utah “Deputy Brian Harris grew up in this community and spent his career prot

Taylor Bentley
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Additional prescribed fires planned for Arizona Strip
To decrease the risk of future wildfires and protect cultural and natural resources, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Arizona Strip District anticipates initiating two prescribed fire treatments this fall and winter from December through March, as weather and fuel moisture conditions allow. The Kanab Creek prescribed fire treatment will take place 20 miles south of Fredonia, Arizona. This treatment is focused on burning invasive vegetation as part of an ongoing ripa

Rachel Carnahan
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Bluff guide found deceased
The search for Joseph “Joe” Pachak, a longtime Bluff resident and well-known guide, ended in tragedy December 9 after authorities confirmed he was found deceased in a pond on his property. Joseph Pachak / Courtesy of the San Juan County Sheriff’s Office. Pachak, 75, had been reported missing on Nov. 27 after friends and neighbors realized they had not seen or heard from him for several days. His disappearance prompted a multi-day search effort led by the San Juan County

Don Jennings
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Coconino County hosts post-Dragon Bravo economic recovery meetings in Fredonia and Page
Coconino County put on a series of economic recovery meetings, titled “listening sessions,” on the week of December 8, to address concerns of the economic impact of the Dragon Bravo fire and other fires on the Kaibab this year. The county contracted AC Disaster Consulting to develop a recovery plan and to organize initiatives to aid tourism, natural resource and social recovery. Fredonia’s meeting was on Monday, December 8, while Page’s was Tuesday, December 9; other mee

SUNews
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Utah hosts summit on AI legislature; Gov. Cox promotes “Pro- Human AI policy,” responsible AI use and state-level regulation
The Utah Office of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy, in conjunction with the Governor’s Office of Economic Opportunity and the Utah Department of Commerce, held a summit on December 2, 2025, where industry leaders and local policy makers came together to address issues surrounding the developing AI industry. Image via Governor Cox’s Office. Said Governor Spencer Cox, “What we want is that every decision that we make related to AI, wherever it exists: is it serving h

Ty Gant
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Are darker leafy greens the secret to better health?
Leafy greens are among the most nutrient-dense, affordable and versatile foods you can add to your diet. Importantly, when it comes to leafy greens, darker usually means stronger; the deeper the green, the more vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and fiber you’re getting. Dark-leafy greens such as spinach, kale, Swiss chard, collard greens and beet greens stand out because they deliver high levels of nutrients essential for everyday health. These greens tend to carry abun

Brittney Johnson
1 day ago2 min read
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