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Hampton Inn hosts November Kanab Chamber lunch
Chamber board member Lacee Brown leads the November lunch at the Kanab Hampton Inn. Photo by Nicholas Meyeres. A beautiful, sunny day welcomed Chamber of Commerce members to Kanab Hampton Inn for pizza provided by chamber member Pizza Hut. Chamber Board Member Lacee Brown was the MC, welcoming attendees, sharing announcements, and noting new and renewing members for the month. Jerica Bauer was the first guest of the day, speaking about the Kane County Care and Share food b

Nicholas Meyeres
6 days ago2 min read


State Bank of Southern Utah in Orderville celebrates 50 years
On Friday, November 21, the State Bank of Southern Utah Branch Office in Orderville celebrated its 50 Anniversary with a luncheon spread on chicken fingers, mixed green salad, as well as a free, one ticket per customer, raffle of valuable gifts. Left to right, photos by Jerry Melrose: Branch Manager Riley Esplin and the bank’s first manager Ron Heaton, who’s holding a commemorative book celebrating bank’s history. Tellers Lorin Robinson and Brittany Lamb are the welcoming f

Jerry Melrose
6 days ago2 min read


K-Town Turkey Trot 2025 a gobbling success
Over 200 folks crossed the finish line on the Sherry Bell Trail at Jackson Flat Reservoir Thanksgiving morning during Kanab’s annual 5K Turkey Trot! The race is run as a fundraiser for the KHS cross country team and a wide array of prizes were awarded courtesy of the Kane County Water Conservancy District. This year’s winner was Kanab High School standout runner, Levi Clarkson, who crossed the finish line in 17:23.5, just ahead of his ex-teammate and now Snow College runner

Samantha LeFevre
6 days ago1 min read


Page Public Library hosts second annual “Friends-giving”
On November 21, 2025, the Page Public Library hosted a community event called the “Friends-giving Potluck.” Featuring “Gratitude, Games and Movies,” the free event and meal was open to everyone. Diners of all ages eat a good meal and socialize with friends and family at Page Public Library. Photos by Phil Clark. Participants, who signed up in advance, were asked to bring a covered dish. The Library and City of Page sponsored the event and provided soft drinks and bottled wa

Phil Clark
Nov 252 min read


Local station KWOT Radio launches “12 Days of Christmas” giveaway
KWOT 90.9 FM is bringing the spirit of giving to Kane County and Fredonia this Christmas season with its “12 Days of Christmas” community giveaway. Beginning December 13, 2025, the radio station will distribute thousands of dollars in cash, gift cards, and bill payments to help local families, veterans, and individuals facing hardships. KWOT is calling on the community to nominate deserving individuals and families who could use a helping hand this Christmas. Nominations

Pastor Doug Hounshell
Nov 191 min read


Local authors and sisters publish Christmas books
Local authors and sisters, Jeannene Pollock and Brenda Shakespear, have just published their second of three children’s Christmas books. Each rhyming book is full of mishaps and magic as Mrs. Claus comes to the rescue to save the day. The adorable illustrations were created by Salem High School Senior, Emily Parker. Her talent is on full display as she brings each story to life through her watercolor sketches. The sisters’ love of writing came from their Grandma, Annie Esp

Brenda Shakespear
Nov 191 min read


Kanab native supports Navy Hawkeye squadron in Virginia
Airman Apprentice Charlie Bosworth. Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Marieliza Rosales, Navy Public Affairs Support Element East. Airman Apprentice Charlie Bosworth, a native of Kanab, Utah, serves the U.S. Navy assigned to Airborne Command and Control Squadron 126 (VAW- 126), supporting the E-2D carrier airborne early warning aircraft, known as the Hawkeye. Bosworth graduated from Kanab High School in 2024 through Kane County Adult Education. The skills and

Senior Chief John Osborne
Nov 122 min read
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