From Iron County Republican Party Executive Committee, For Iron County Today CEDAR CITY, Utah — The Iron County Republican Party held its 2026 County Convention this evening, drawing strong participation and engagement from delegates across the county. A total of 295 delegates were credentialed, representing approximately 92.8% of the 318 eligible delegates. Delegates heard from…

From Kale Nelson, Larry H. Miller Utah Summer Games CEDAR CITY, Utah (April 18, 2026) – An annual tradition of the Utah water polo community took place in Cedar City over the weekend, with the state converging on the Southern Utah University campus for the ‘Larry H. Miller Utah Summer Games Water Polo tournament’. A total…

By Shauna Lund, Iron County School District The Board of Education of the Iron County School District voted to appoint Helaman Haynie to fill the vacant seat in District 2. In a special meeting, the Board interviewed the three applicants who submitted their interest by the deadline. Applicants had to be a registered voter, live…

From Brooke Heath, Southern Utah University Cedar City, Utah – The Larry H. Miller Utah Summer Games, together with Visit Cedar City-Brian Head and the Cedar City Area Chamber of Commerce, is launching a new way for visitors, athletes, coaches, and their families to explore Southern Utah. The Larry H. Miller Utah Summer Games 40th Anniversary…

By John Byron Turner, For Iron County Today Last Monday, April 6th, the people of Parowan came out for an unplanned procession down Main Street. It became a celebratory event born from a sad story. Samuel Winston Halterman, who passed away suddenly in early April, had been an active and prominent member of the Parowan…

By May Hunter, For Iron County Today Cedar City families are invited to enjoy a day of fun, learning, and community connection at the Lions Club’s 22nd Annual Kite Flight & Community Health Fair. The free event will take place on Saturday, April 18, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on the lawn of Cedar…

By Brad Gillman, Intermountain Heath The National Rural Health Association (NRHA) has once again named Intermountain Health Cedar City Hospital one of the Top 20 Rural and Community Hospitals in the nation. This is the 11th consecutive time that Intermountain Cedar City Hospital has received the award, the entire length the award has existed. Intermountain…

By Gabrielle Costello, Southern Utah University Each year at Southern Utah University, a valedictorian is selected from each of the colleges to represent their graduating classes. These exceptional students reflect both academic achievement and a deep dedication to their campus and community. College of Performing and Visual Arts – Kira Wootton Kira Wootton has been…

By Tracie Sullivan, For Iron County Today A 19-year-old man was arrested late Wednesday after police say he assaulted another resident inside a Cedar City group home.  Eagle Nicholas Moya was booked into the Iron County Correctional Facility on a third-degree felony charge of aggravated assault following the incident at the Chrysalis Home, located at…

By Brooke Heath, Southern Utah University CEDAR CITY, Utah — Southern Utah University (SUU) is proud to announce Emily Sage Wheeler, a musical theatre major from Grace, Idaho, has been named the University Valedictorian for the Class of 2026. This prestigious honor recognizes Wheeler’s exceptional academic record and her significant contributions to SUU’s Department of…

From  Ann Powell, For Iron County Today Cedar City — For more than three decades, Christ the King Catholic Church has quietly supported families in need through the St. Martha’s Baby Basket project, providing essential items for newborns and their mothers. Now, the community will have an opportunity to contribute to that effort during an…

From Jordan Clayton, U.S. Department of Agriculture General summary: During March, Utah’s snowpack deteriorated from borderline record-poor conditions to completely unchartered territory. After some brief storm activity at the beginning of the month, warm and dry conditions prevailed, causing early ripening and rapid snowmelt. Statewide snow water equivalent (SWE) levels peaked on March 9th which was more than…