By Tracie Sullivan, For Iron County Today A nonprofit serving homeless and at-risk youth in Cedar City is facing major funding uncertainty this year due to federal freezes, raising concerns about the future stability of local services for vulnerable teenagers. Youth Futures, which operates youth shelters in Cedar City, St. George and Ogden, relies heavily…

By Tracie Sullivan, For Iron County Today A Cedar City developer who built dozens of homes over the last decade is now facing a criminal investigation, civil litigation, and mounting allegations of fraud and misconduct. David Bruce Kuykendall, owner of the now-defunct Diamond K Construction, is charged with theft, fraud, and acting as a contractor…

Farmers are dying by suicide at the third-highest rate by vocation in Utah. But after a federal program offering mental health support ran out of money, the state did not continue it. By Jessica Schreifels, The Salt Lake Tribune Josh Dallin spends his workdays talking to Utahns who raise cattle and grow crops, and knew…

Cedar City, Utah – April 30, 2025 At approximately 3:30 a.m. today, Cedar City Police Department and other emergency personnel responded to a single-vehicle accident on State Route 56 near 2700 West. Initial investigation indicates that the vehicle crossed into on-coming traffic before leaving the roadway and colliding with multiple unoccupied, parked vehicles in the…

Supporters Can Help Double the Donation to $10,000 by Voting for their Agent Giving Story From Paige Sclar, Tilson PR Cedar City, Utah (April 28, 2025) — Liberty Mutual and Safeco Insurance have awarded Leavitt Group a 2025 Make More Happen Award for its partnership with Utah Food Bank, a nonprofit organization dedicated to fighting…

By Marty Warburton, for Iron County Today Cedar City Music Arts has once again pulled off another fantastic year of bringing stellar performances of musicianship to Southern Utah. Beginning last September with none other than the Utah Symphony, to the upcoming May 7th season finale featuring The VIDA Guitar Quartet from The United Kingdom. A…

By Shauna Lund, Iron County School District Iron County School District administrators and the Board of Education continue to look at creative solutions for future building needs. Superintendent Lance Hatch and Business Administrator Todd Hess updated the board on some possibilities under consideration. The discussion included facility needs and possible funding methods. Unlike many counties…

By Tracie Sullivan, for the Iron County Today A Cedar City businessman and his husband are accused of orchestrating a fraud scheme that prosecutors say drained more than $7 million from a joint business venture over the course of a year. Ryan John Allen faces five felony charges, including theft, communications fraud, pattern of unlawful…

By Tracie Sullivan, For the Iron County Today A Kanarraville man initially charged with multiple child sex crimes, including rape and forcible sodomy, has been sentenced to serve at least 10 years and up to life in prison following a plea agreement. Jonathan Chance Murdock, 39, pleaded guilty to one count of aggravated sexual abuse…

By Nikki Koontz, SUU AVP of Marketing Communication Southern Utah University honored the Class of 2025 at its 126th annual Commencement Ceremony on April 24, 2025, celebrating the hard work, perseverance, and accomplishments of this year’s graduates. The event recognized the dedication of 2,859 graduates who represent a rich tapestry of backgrounds—from 41 countries, 47…

By May Hunter, For the Iron County Today Kyle has an intense eye for detail. He has produced some stunning art that is imaginative and fine-tuned. He is a perfect example of artistic ability—especially in creating unique and distinctive tie-dye articles. Kyle loves to draw! He’s been tie-dying for years. Several summers ago, he asked…

From Faith Jolley, Utah DNR Public Information Officer SALT LAKE CITY — With warmer temperatures in the air, many anglers may be planning their next spring or summer fishing trips. If you want to target largemouth or smallmouth bass, Utah has three stunning locations that not only offer great fishing, but that also need more…