By May Hunter, For Iron County Today  Intermountain Health Cedar City Hospital recently unveiled its newly expanded Emergency Department and Molecular Imaging Center, significantly enhancing access to life-saving care for the community. The hospital hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony and community open house to showcase the expansion, which is designed to improve access to care for…

By Tracie Sullivan, For Iron County Today Eight people are being held without bail on federal immigration detainers after a retail theft ring targeting a Cedar City Home Depot was uncovered. The arrests stem from a series of thefts reported between February and early March. Investigators say the suspects allegedly loaded carts with high-value items…

By Tracie Sullivan, For Iron County Today A California man was sentenced this week in Iron County to an indeterminate prison term after admitting he attempted to steal a side-by-side off Interstate 15 while under the influence of methamphetamine. Dale Wesley Morgan, 40, was ordered to serve up to five years in the Utah State…

By Jase Thomas, Harmony Public Involvement Iron County, Utah – Vision Iron County (VIC), a local volunteer organization dedicated to  improving Outdoor Recreation and Open Spaces in Iron County, is hosting a public listening  session to get feedback from rural residents of Iron County about future outdoor recreation  improvements. The session will be held for…

By Brooke Heath, Southern Utah University CEDAR CITY, Utah — Southern Utah University (SUU) invites the community to celebrate its storied history and promising future during the annual Founders Week, March 23–28. This year’s celebration blends tradition with student-centered activities, highlighting SUU’s commitment to community impact and meaningful relationships. “The story of our founding is…

By Tracie Sullivan, For Iron County Today A man convicted of sexually abusing a child was sentenced Wednesday in Cedar City to a lengthy prison term in 5th District Court. Jose Angel Jaime Aguilar, 28, appeared before Judge Matthew L. Bell on March 11 for sentencing after previously pleading guilty to one count of aggravated…

By Tracie Sullivan, For Iron County Today When Brooklynn Shorter set up her lemonade stand, she had a simple goal — to raise enough money to buy a puppy. Instead, the 12-year-old battling stage 4 brain cancer — a diagnosis doctors say cannot be cured — ended up surrounded by deputies, police officers, search and…

By Jennelle Zajac, For Iron County Today Staff Introduction:  Megan Guymon, the new customer service specialist was introduced. She has lived in Parowan for 20 years. Megan expressed her enthusiasm for the opportunity to learn new things and her positive impression of the city’s activity.  Action Agenda Beer Event and Liquor Licenses – The council…

By May Hunter, For Iron County Today On March 5, 2026, the Cedar City Area Chamber of Commerce celebrated the best of Cedar City, recognizing the outstanding people and organizations who help make our community such an incredible place to live and work. The Chamber of Commerce would like to thank everyone who joined the…

By Tracie Sullivan, For Iron County Today A Cedar City man has been sentenced to jail after pleading guilty to a second-degree felony charge stemming from a reported sexual assault inside a taxi last year. Fifth District Judge Matthew L. Bell sentenced Manuelito Rodriguez, 25, to an indeterminate term of one to 15 years in…

By May Hunter, For Iron County Today The Hampton Inn & Suites held its grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony on March 3, 2026. The new Hampton Inn & Suites Cedar City is located in the Historic District on Main Street. It is a recently built, modern hotel offering 52–64 rooms and features an indoor pool,…

By Tracie Sullivan, For Iron County Today An Iron County man has been sentenced to prison after pleading guilty to a reduced charge in connection with the fatal stabbing of his neighbor last year. Fifth District Judge Matthew L. Bell on March 4 sentenced Gerald Lee Vandermeer, 56, to an indeterminate term of up to…