By May Hunter, For Iron County Today  “When it’s dark enough, you can see the stars.” — Ralph Waldo Emerson Thanks to its high elevation and remote location, Cedar Breaks National Monument is one of the best places in Utah to experience the beauty of the night sky. As darkness falls, the monument transforms into…

Residents are invited to attend a community discussion on “Why Utah Needs a Data Center Moratorium” presented by Dr. Kent Udell, candidate for Utah’s 3rd Congressional District. The event will be held Friday, Aug. 1, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Johnson Center for Community Arts and Education, 59 N. 100 W. in Cedar…

By Tracie Sullivan, For Iron County Today A Parowan man is facing multiple felony charges after authorities say he repeatedly struck a woman in the head with a handgun, threatened to kill her and fled before being arrested hours later by a SWAT team. Kelly Bess Stones, 55, was arrested July 12 and booked into…

By Iron County Today Staff, For Iron County Today  Heavy rain falling over the Cottonwood Fire burn scar triggered a dangerous flash flood and debris flow Sunday afternoon, sending water, mud, rocks and burned trees through Beaver Canyon and into Beaver City, forcing evacuations, contaminating the city’s water system and shutting down Interstate 15. The…

By Tracie Sullivan, For Iron County Today A Cedar City woman arrested on felony charges for allegedly abusing an elderly family member in her care had several additional charges filed just three days after she was taken to jail as police continued investigating the case.  Olivia Matthis, 46, was arrested July 12 and booked into…

By Iron County Today Staff, For Iron County Today Two Iron County boys are being recognized after helping stop a UTV fire from spreading into a potentially dangerous wildland fire near Kolob Reservoir. The July 1 incident occurred when a Utility Task Vehicle caught fire on the north side of the reservoir. According to Hurricane…

What to know about bats in Utah and how to prevent conflicts with them By Faith Jolley, Division Wildlife Resources  Most Utahns probably associate bats with fall and the Halloween season, but you shouldn’t be surprised if you find one in or around your home during the summer months. Utahns may see more bats during…

by Karen Thelin, PRESIDENT CEDAR CITY ROTARY CLUB On behalf of the Cedar City Rotary Club, we have a “shout out” to the amazing people of Cedar City and Iron County who help us bring this amazing JULY JAMBOREE event to our community. This was the 29th consecutive year that we had the opportunity to…

By May Hunter, For Iron County Today  The Utah Symphony delighted audiences with a free “Under the Stars” concert in Main Street Park on July 8, celebrating the music and composers that have shaped America’s artistic heritage. The performance served as the grand finale of Cedar City’s 13-day America 250 Celebration, commemorating 250 years of…

By Jennelle Zajac, For Iron County Today Correction: In the June 26 report, I stated that the Olivier Messiaen monument will be moved FROM the Lion’s Park kiosk when it should have said that the monument will be moved TO the Lion’s Park kiosk. Action Agenda: Water Board Appointment The council approved the appointment of…

By Tracie Sullivan, For Iron County Today A 37-year-old man is facing multiple felony charges after Iron County sheriff’s deputies say he repeatedly assaulted a woman over several days, leaving her with a broken nose, injuries consistent with strangulation and other serious bodily injuries. Conrad Deckeon Jimenez was arrested July 9 and booked into the…

By Regan Hunsaker, Southern Utah University Southern Utah Athletics is expanding its commitment to the local community through a new partnership with Cedar City Sports and Recreation and State Bank of Southern Utah that will provide local youth with greater access to Thunderbirds Athletics than ever before. Beginning this fall, every child who registers for…