By Tracie Sullivan, For Iron County Today The lights were still coming on at Canyon View Middle School when officers began taking their places in the breakfast line. Kids followed soon after, some still rubbing sleep from their eyes, and one by one they were paired with an officer before stopping for a quick picture…

I Ask for Your Vote in 2026 Dear Neighbors and Friends, Serving you in the Utah State Senate has been one of the greatest honors of my life. After much thought and encouragement from many of you, I am announcing my decision to run for re-election. It’s a critical time in our state that needs…

MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR: Wishing you and yours a joyful and prosperous New Year as we welcome the start of another beautiful winter season in Brian Head. I first came to Brian Head in 1979. I was chasing a girl fell in love with her first and then Brian Head Town. I still have her…

By Tracie Sullivan, For Iron County Today A 5th District Court judge this week issued the harshest penalty allowed under Utah law for a child-sex crime, recommending the defendant never be released from prison. Judge Matthew Bell imposed a sentence of 15 years to life on Dylan Christian Stubbs, 30, who was convicted in June…

By Tracie Sullivan, For Iron County Today A fight involving a knife at a rural Iron County nursery ended with one man facing an attempted murder charge after deputies said he pressed a blade to another man’s ribs during the struggle. Juan David Ramirez, 19, was arrested Sunday after deputies responded to reports of a…

By John Byron Turner, For Iron County Today For the past three summers I have written many stories about our historic Old Rock Church here in Parowan. You have probably read way too much about all the needed fundraising that has been going on for these three years….well the goal is finally met and the…

Dear Friends and Neighbors, As 2025 comes to a close, I’m grateful for the opportunity to serve you in the Utah Legislature. This year has been full of thoughtful work, important decisions, and meaningful progress on issues that impact every Utah family. From the careful preparation during Interim Meetings to defending our constitutional processes and…

Wrapping Up the Interim Process With our final interim meetings now behind us, I’m proud of the steady, detailed work we’ve done throughout the year to prepare for the upcoming 2026 General Session. Interim is where much of the real governing happens—months of studying issues, reviewing data, meeting with stakeholders, and refining ideas long before…

By Tracie Sullivan, For Iron County Today A Cedar City man charged earlier this year with multiple felony sexual offenses has been ordered back to jail after being arrested on a DUI while on pretrial release. Manuelito Rodriguez, 24, was arrested May 7 after Cedar City police responded to reports of an assault in progress…

By May Hunter, For Iron County Today  Historic Downtown Cedar City shimmered to life on Saturday, Nov. 29, 2025, as thousands gathered for the city’s annual Holiday Lighting Ceremony and opening night of the Holiday Tree Jubilee. The long-standing tradition once again marked the official start of the Christmas season, drawing families, visitors, and community…

By Tracie Sullivan, For Iron County Today Court records show a felony obstruction of justice charge against a Cedar City woman has been dismissed. Shayla Vanderpool, 40, of Cedar City, was charged earlier this year with obstruction of justice in connection with a broader criminal investigation. Court records show Vanderpool was accused of hindering an…

By Jeff Corry, For Iron County Today Jeff Corry, Steve Steffensen, Harold “Huck” Shirley, and Steve Shirts, all former teachers at  Cedar High, announce their opposition to the Four-Day School Week now being investigated  by the Iron County School District.  In the October 25, 2025, edition of the Iron County Today, the Iron County School…