Cedar City Nonprofit Launches Matching Fundraiser to Support School Serving 200 Children

September 9, 2026

Cedar City, Utah — Living Hope Educational Enterprises, a Cedar City-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit, is inviting the community to help provide critical resources for approximately 200 children attending the School of Living Hope in Pakistan through a special matching fundraiser. For a limited time, qualifying donations to the fundraiser can be matched through the doTERRA Healing Hands…

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Cedar City man accused of setting fire while woman, children were inside

September 9, 2026

By Tracie Sullivan, For Iron County Today A Cedar City man was arrested Monday night after police say he poured gasoline onto the porch of his former girlfriend’s trailer and set it on fire while the woman and her two children were inside. Joseph Miguel Torres, 27, was booked into the Iron County Jail on…

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Festival City Ballet Launches with the World Premiere of Alice in Wonderland

September 8, 2026

By Chris Mills, Festival City Ballet CEDAR CITY, Utah — Festival City Ballet, a new community-based ballet company in Cedar City,  will make its debut with the world premiere of an original full-length production of Alice in Wonderland on September 14 and 15 at 7:30 p.m. at the Heritage Theater. Founded by Artistic Director Christine…

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Three sentenced in Cedar-area cabin burglary involving stolen property, drugs and firearm

September 7, 2026

By Tracie Sullivan, For Iron County Three people accused of breaking into a mountain cabin near Cedar City and fleeing with stolen property have been sentenced to jail, probation and more than $9,500 in restitution. Evan Robert Newmiller, 35; Andrew Phillip Rauskin, 33; and Rachel Rochell Cotton, 44, each received suspended prison sentences and were…

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Power in Pink – Iron County Announces 2026 Walk and 5K

September 5, 2026

By Rachelle Hughes, Power in Pink A sea of pink will fill Cedar City’s West Canyon Park on Saturday, October 3 as the community comes together for the 14th annual Power in Pink-Iron County Walk and 5K under the theme Stronger Together.  The event will be held at Cedar City’s West Canyon Park located at…

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One Last Flush: Utah Retires Toilet Rebate Program

September 4, 2026

By Michael Sanchez, Utah Division of Water Resources After helping thousands of Utah homeowners upgrade to water-efficient toilets over the past several years, the Utah Water Savers Toilet Replacement Program will be coming to a close. Since launching in 2019, the program has helped more than 4,500 Utah households replace nearly 6,000 older, high-water-use toilets…

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ICSD Earns Above-Average Marks in Districtwide Accreditation

September 3, 2026

By Shauna Lund, Iron County School District Iron County School District (ICSD) is proud to share the news that all of its schools have received an “Accredited” status following a comprehensive review of its educational and administrative practices.  Cognia, an independent educational organization that provides accreditation, certification, and school improvement services, reported its findings after…

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2 teens arrested in Flock camera destruction; supporters raise money for defense

September 2, 2026

By Tracie Sullivan, For Iron County Today Two teenagers were arrested Monday after investigators say they cut down and smashed a Flock camera in Kanarraville. A fundraiser supporting their legal defense has raised about $11,000. Kody Warren Nyborg, 18, and Woodruff Warren Barlow, 19, were booked into the Iron County Jail Aug. 24 on suspicion…

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LIFE IS LIKE A COUNTY FAIR

September 1, 2026

By May Hunter, For Iron County Today  The theme of the 2026 Iron County Fair in Parowan, Utah, is Rockin’ the ’90s. The fair runs September 4–7 and is always well attended. This year’s Fair Board has gone above and beyond, featuring special events that celebrate America’s 250th birthday alongside the 90th anniversary of the…

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September Is Healthy Aging Month: 5 Ways Aging Adults Can Improve Memory and Brain Health

September 1, 2026

By Hearing and Brain Centers of America September is Healthy Aging Month, a time dedicated to encouraging adults to take proactive steps toward maintaining their health, independence, and quality of life as they age. While physical health often gets much of the attention, taking care of your hearing, memory, and brain health is an important…

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Board approves implementation of four-day school week

August 31, 2026

By Shauna Lund, Iron County School District In a split decision, the Board of Education of Iron County School District approved the implementation of a four-day school week calendar beginning in 2027-28. The decision follows nearly a year of extensive discussion, research, community town halls, and multiple stakeholder surveys that demonstrated strong support from parents,…

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Kanarraville Mother Killed in Shooting; 15-Year-Old Daughter Taken Into Custody

August 30, 2026

By Iron County Today Staff, For Iron County Today A 45-year-old Kanarraville woman was killed in an early-morning shooting Saturday, and authorities say her 15-year-old daughter is suspected in the death. Iron County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to the area of 400 South Main Street around 4:19 a.m. after receiving a report of a shooting.…

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