By Tracie Sullivan, For Iron County Today   Three men stranded in deep snow near Cedar Breaks National Monument were rescued Wednesday night after one of their snowmobiles became stuck during a ride to Brian Head. At approximately 8 p.m. on March 19, Iron County dispatch received a call from one of the snowmobilers who…

By Brooke Heath, Southern Utah University   Southern Utah University is proud to announce its annual Founders Week celebration, scheduled for March 24th through March 29th. This week-long tribute honors the institution’s storied past and looks forward to its promising future, celebrating the visionary individuals who shaped SUU’s enduring legacy. Founders Week serves as a…

By Tracie Sullivan, For Iron County Today   The director of the Iron County Children’s Justice Center was fired last week, a move she says was retaliation for pushing back against an investigation tactic proposed by the Iron County Attorney’s Office in a child abuse case. County officials deny the claim, saying her termination was…

By Tracie Sullivan, For Iron County Today   A late-night altercation between two cousins recently led to felony assault charges for a Cedar City man. Emilio Kanosh, 28, was arrested by Cedar City police after authorities responded to reports of a domestic disturbance involving a physical fight. Kanosh now faces multiple charges, including aggravated assault,…

By Tracie Sullivan, For Iron County Today   A Cedar City man already jailed for a violent February assault is facing additional charges — this time for an incident dating back to October. Troy Jesse Dawes, 23, was recently charged in connection with an assault that allegedly occurred on Oct. 5, 2024.  Dawes was served…

CEDAR CITY, UT – Cedar City Police Department is pleased to announce the launch of a new cutting-edge crime-solving technology called “Flock Safety.” This technology solution will be rolling out over the next few weeks and aims to deter and help solve crime to continue ensuring the safety of our community. This technology features automated…

From Lt. David Mitchell, Iron County Sheriff’s Office  Revised 3/12/25 @ 1:54PM On March 8, 2025, at approximately 1:22 PM, the Iron County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a report of a suspicious situation at the Cedar Bands Travel Plaza. A female customer informed them that an adult Hispanic female had handed her a note…

SB37 would take the portion of revenue that schools earn through local tax levies and deposit it into Utah’s general fund. By Carmen Nesbitt, The Salt Lake Tribune    This article is published through the Utah News Collaborative, a partnership of news organizations in Utah that aims to inform readers across the state.   The…

By Tracie Sullivan, Iron County Today   Southern Utah is heading into summer after one of its driest winters on record, raising concerns about water supply, aquifer sustainability, and wildfire risk.  While reservoirs in other parts of the state are already showing strain, Cedar City’s reliance on groundwater offers some insulation from immediate shortages. Recent…

Friends and neighbors, With week 7 done, the 2025 Utah Legislative session is now at a close. There are some key highlights from this busy, successful legislative session last week to review. Bullying has no place in our schools. Not only does it disrupt a student’s ability to learn and build positive relationships, but it…

By Tracie Sullivan, Iron County Today Updated March 8 at 11:20 AM   A 5th District Court judge sentenced a man staying in Cedar City to prison last week after he pleaded guilty to aggravated assault in a violent incident that left the victim unconscious. Judge Matthew Bell sentenced Joshua Leamon Jr. Tinkler, 28, to…