By May Hunter, For Iron County Today   REMEMBER the Fallen-HONOR those who Serve-TEACH our children the value of Freedom. No matter where they served or how-Wreaths Across America strives to make sure that no one is forgotten. On December 14, 2024 at 2:00 pm, Wreath Across American will be at the Cedar City Cemetery.…

From Bella Pinnock, For Iron County Today Washington, D.C. — Today, the House passed Congresswoman Celeste Maloy’s (UT-02) bill, The Utah State Parks Adjustment Act. This bill would return the titles for several parcels of federally owned land in and around three Utah State Parks to the State of Utah, consolidating ownership and improving land…

By Tracie Sullivan, For Iron County Today   A Southern Utah man is facing felony charges after allegedly exchanging explicit photos with a juvenile victim and threatening blackmail. Ethan Boyd Nez, 20, of Garfield County, has been charged with one count of dealing in harmful material to a minor and one count of sexual extortion,…

By Tracie Sullivan, For Iron County Today   A recent FBI warning about a sophisticated cyberattack involving Chinese-backed artificial intelligence (AI) has sparked serious concern among authorities. The cyber operation, dubbed “Salt Typhoon,” has exposed vulnerabilities in popular communication platforms, potentially affecting millions of users. While cyberattacks might feel like distant threats to local residents,…

by Sara Penny, Cedar City Arts Council Musical milestones set the Christmas spirit. The Orchestra of Southern Utah and Chorale present Cedar City’s 84th performance of Handel’s Messiah on Sunday and Monday, Dec. 8 and 9, at 7:30 p.m. in the Heritage Theatre at 105 N. 100 East. To reserve seating go to the website…

By Jeff J. Cluff, Utah High School Activities Association   The Utah High School Activities Association (UHSAA) Board of Trustees met and passed a first consideration of regions for 2025-27.  The initial placement of schools can be found in an attachment on the UHSAA website: https://www.uhsaa.org/realignment/202527RealignmentRegions1stConsiderationBoth.pdf A public hearing will be held on Wednesday, December 11,…

From Jennie Grimes, For Iron County Today Four performances in December to celebrate the season with a cherished holiday tradition. The Community of Iron County and Canyon View High School’s (CVHS) Dance Department proudly present the third annual Community Nutcracker Ballet, with performances on Dec. 12, 13, and 14 at 7:00 p.m. and a special…

By JR Robinson, Cedar City Police Department Cedar City, UT – The Cedar City Police Department is currently investigating a fatal automobile-pedestrian accident that occurred on the 100 N block of 100 W.   On December 4, 2024, at approximately 6:40 PM, police officers responded to a report of an accident in a parking lot…

Reflects upon bipartisan legislative achievements, encourages colleagues to put politics aside to tackle major challenges From Arielle Mueller, For Iron County Today   WASHINGTON—U.S. Senator Mitt Romney (R-UT) today delivered his farewell address from the floor of the United States Senate. In his remarks, he reflected upon his bipartisan legislative achievements—like the Infrastructure Investment and…

From Faith Heaton Jolley, Utah Department of Natural Resources   SALT LAKE CITY — Thanksgiving is a time centered around all things turkey. From cute home decor to deliciously prepared main dishes, turkeys are a big focal point of the holiday. If you like the idea of harvesting your own locally sourced turkey — instead…

From Faith Heaton Jolley, Utah Department of Natural Resources   SALT LAKE CITY — Utah’s Watershed Restoration Initiative works to improve and restore high-priority watersheds and habitats throughout the state. During this past fiscal year — between July 1, 2023 and June 30, 2024 — a whopping total of 168,882 acres were improved across Utah…