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Record warmth to end with arriving storm, but has Utah's snowpack already peaked?
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted March 27 - 9:02 p.m. | Save Story
A run of warm weather this week will give way to cooler temperatures beginning on Friday before valley rain and mountain snow over the weekend.
She's a champion at putting the fly where she wants it
Lee Benson, Deseret News | Posted March 27 - 5:03 p.m. | Save Story
It looks effortless the way champion fly caster Audrey Wilson does it. But as anyone who's tried it can attest, putting that fake fly where you want it is anything but easy.
How a Salt Lake underpass became a quasi-park, with an assist from an RSL legend
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted March 26 - 5:01 p.m. | Save Story
An empty lot underneath an off-ramp bridge will soon be home to a pair of futsal courts and other amenities, potentially bridging Salt Lake City's Central Ninth neighborhood.
Deputies caution about melting ice, snow and fast-moving rivers amid fast warmup
Andrew Adams, KSL-TV | Posted March 25 - 9:22 p.m. | Save Story
As temperatures saw a quick warmup into the low 70s Tuesday, deputies were cautioning those headed to the outdoors about multiple potential hazards posed by melting ice and snow.
Spring doesn't mean the ski and snowboard season is over
Dennis Romboy, Deseret News | Posted March 25 - 8:35 p.m. | Save Story
Don't let the warm weather fool you. There's still a lot of skiing and snowboarding to be had at Utah resorts.
Feds unfreeze $50M grant for Great Salt Lake projects ahead of uncertain runoff
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted March 25 - 7:11 p.m. | Save Story
Utah expects some additional Great Salt Lake gains after a "remarkably average" snowpack collection season. The lake is also receiving federal aid after some uncertainty.
And they're off! Raising and racing sled dogs a passion for Idaho man
Allan Steele, EastIdahoNews.com | Posted March 24 - 12:36 p.m. | Save Story
Dog sledding is technically a competitive sport, but as an Idaho musher noted, for most, it's hardly a money-making business.
Snow Squad: Deer Valley Ski Patrol demonstrates avalanche rescue dogs' intense training, drills
Shelby Lofton, KSL-TV | Posted March 23 - 7:05 p.m. | Save Story
When avalanches strike, Deer Valley Ski Resort's Ski Patrol brings in its furry search crew: dogs with the training to find people quickly.
Why Utah researchers plan to study one of Great Salt Lake's key residents
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted March 22 - 5:02 p.m. | Save Story
Westminster University researchers recently received $50,000 to explore how water salinity and other variables impact a vital Great Salt Lake species.
Another winter advisory issued in Utah ahead of spring temps
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted March 21 - 12:00 p.m. | Save Story
Some of Utah's mountain areas could receive another foot of snow this weekend before warmth brings 70-degree temperatures back to the Wasatch Front.
Cox celebrates Utah's recent snowpack bump, cautions some cities will still have to 'sacrifice'
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted March 21 - 8:04 a.m. | Save Story
Even with a much-needed snowpack bump, Utah Gov. Spencer Cox says he believes water districts will have to work closely with municipalities on water consumption this year.
Luxury rail company plans to expand scenic train route to include more of Utah
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted March 21 - 7:38 a.m. | Save Story
There will soon be a new scenic way to travel between Utah's and Colorado's capital cities.
Why feds are asking people to avoid these popular Utah climbing spots, for now
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted March 20 - 11:06 a.m. | Save Story
Federal land managers are asking rock climbers to avoid climbing in a canyon near Moab for most of the spring because it aligns with a vital period for one of the canyon's resident species.
Hogle Zoo welcomes female Chinese red panda
Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com | Posted March 20 - 8:21 a.m. | Save Story
William, the Chinese red panda, will no longer be alone in his enclosure at Utah's Hogle Zoo after a female red panda from Ohio has joined him.
Snowboarder, 55, dies after being found injured and buried in snow at Park City resort
Collin Leonard, KSL.com | Posted March 19 - 8:32 p.m. | Save Story
A 55-year-old from out of state was injured and buried in snow while snowboarding on the Canyon's Village side of the Park City ski resort, later dying of his injuries.
These iconic scenes were filmed in Utah. Now they're part of a new trail network
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted March 19 - 3:12 p.m. | Save Story
A new state trail network essentially blends the love of cinema with an appreciation of the outdoors and small towns.
Skiers share the moment their vehicle was engulfed by avalanche in Little Cottonwood Canyon
Debbie Worthen, KSL-TV | Posted March 19 - 8:15 a.m. | Save Story
Among those hit by an avalanche in Little Cottonwood Canyon Tuesday were Juston Puchar and Chris Leonard, who recount their heart-pounding experience during the unexpected event.
2 cars caught in avalanche near Snowbird Ski Resort; no injuries reported
Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com | Updated March 18 - 11:07 p.m. | Save Story
Crews are responding to an avalanche that occurred above Snowbird Ski Resort Tuesday.
The 91-year record Salt Lake City won't break this winter
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted March 18 - 3:11 p.m. | Save Story
The last few storms have finally helped Salt Lake City avoid a record set over nine decades ago.
Athlete uses his mouth to design gift for adaptive ski event
Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com | Posted March 17 - 9:08 p.m. | Save Story
Every attendee at an adaptive ski challenge next week will be getting a special gift — a goggle cover designed by a 19-year-old Utah man who draws with his mouth.
Warnings, advisories issued as more valley, mountain snow heads to Utah
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Updated March 17 - 3:03 p.m. | Save Story
An incoming storm is expected to deliver more valley snow, as well as possibly up to 2 feet of snow or more in parts of Utah's mountains.
'Make it fun for them': Park City Olympic aspirants on a mission to diversify skiing
Tim Vandenack, KSL.com | Posted March 15 - 9:39 a.m. | Save Story
Park City-based skiers and Olympic aspirants Fantaye Gilbertson and Tallulah Proulx are on a mission to bolster interest in skiing among Black and other minority kids.
Sens. Lee, Curtis and Rep. Mike Kennedy introduce bill to block control of Utah public lands
Eva Terry, Deseret News | Posted March 13 - 10:33 p.m. | Save Story
Utah Sens. Mike Lee and John Curtis were joined by Utah Rep. Mike Kennedy in sponsoring the Natural Asset Company Prohibition Act on Tuesday.
'Blood worm moon' lunar eclipse to occur over Utah. But will you be able to see it?
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted March 13 - 1:04 p.m. | Save Story
A lunar eclipse will occur over Utah for the first time since 2022 Thursday night and early Friday, but many Utahns may find it difficult to view.
Winter storm warning issued as 'active' rain, snow pattern returns to Utah
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted March 12 - 4:33 p.m. | Save Story
Utah's next storm could provide over a foot of mountain snow and a few inches of valley snow by the end of the workweek. More storms are also on the horizon.
Rescuers offer safety reminders as hikers turn adventurous in warmer weather
Andrew Adams, KSL-TV | Posted March 12 - 9:19 a.m. | Save Story
On a warm spring day when temperatures rose to the low 60s, rescuers offered safety reminders Tuesday as hikers returned to some of their favorite outdoor destinations.
Utah has a high success rate in preventing road kill
Amy Joi O'Donoghue, Deseret News | Posted March 12 - 8:34 a.m. | Save Story
A recent report examining vehicle collisions with wildlife in 11 states says damages total $1.6 billion a year.
Salt Lake City prepares for water conservation tactics despite 'great' snowpack
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted March 10 - 3:02 p.m. | Save Story
Despite the snowpack collection this season, Salt Lake City water managers say concerning trends are still on the horizon.
The 10 least visited US national parks
Marnie Hunter, CNN | Posted March 10 - 7:00 a.m. | Save Story
While Zion National Park is managing summer crowds, 10 spots will see a small fraction of the millions of visitors crowding the most popular parks.
Rare white water buffalo joins Tooele County zoo
Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com | Posted March 10 - 6:16 a.m. | Save Story
A zoo and conservation center in Tooele County has a new resident: a rare white water buffalo.
Little Cottonwood Canyon area homeowners sue UDOT over gondola project
Dennis Romboy, Deseret News | Posted March 9 - 9:04 p.m. | Save Story
Homeowners near the mouth of Little Cottonwood Canyon have filed a lawsuit to block the Utah Department of Transportation from using land in their neighborhood to build a road for a controversial gondola project.
Man killed in avalanche in Uintas near Kamas identified
Collin Leonard, KSL.com | Updated March 9 - 10:43 a.m. | Save Story
Officials have identified the skier killed Friday in an avalanche in the Uinta Mountains.
Staffing cuts to national parks worry some Utah visitors ahead of busy season
Annie Knox and Daniella Rivera, KSL-TV | Posted March 7 - 9:35 p.m. | Save Story
KSL talked with several hikers in Arches National Park about their hopes and fears after widespread National Park Service layoffs.
Colorado residents sentenced after incident at Canyonlands archeological site
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted March 7 - 7:12 p.m. | Save Story
Two Colorado residents were sentenced after pleading guilty to charges tied to a theft and disruption incident at an archeological site at Canyonlands National Park last year.
Alta crosses 400-inch snowfall plateau. How it compares to the rest of the West
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted March 7 - 5:28 p.m. | Save Story
Alta reported Friday it has received over 400 inches of snowfall this season, making it one of the few in North America to do so this year.
Snowstorm turns day of snowboarding into dramatic rescue in Provo Canyon
Debbie Worthen, KSL-TV | Posted March 7 - 8:01 a.m. | Save Story
A heavy snowstorm wreaked havoc on the roads in Provo Canyon, causing a harrowing accident that left three friends with a story they won't soon forget.
St. George Dinosaur Discovery Site begins new dig for prehistoric fossils and bones
Gabriela Fletcher, KSL.com | Posted March 7 - 6:18 a.m. | Save Story
The St. George Dinosaur Discovery Site is starting a new dig in an area where dinosaur bones were previously found, and experts hope it will reveal new insights.
Beaver Mountain prepares for 85th anniversary celebration
Mike Anderson, KSL-TV | Posted March 6 - 10:31 p.m. | Save Story
The longest run continuously family-owned ski resort in the US is now almost 85 years old. They're preparing for celebrations starting this weekend.
Utah adds $50K for dust monitoring after initially skipping it in budget
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Updated March 6 - 5:51 p.m. | Save Story
Utah lawmakers have opted to spend at least some money toward monitoring dust issues, following concerns brought up by environmental researchers.
Warning issued for 3-day storm that could bring 'impressive' rain, snow totals to Utah
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted March 5 - 10:59 a.m. | Save Story
A storm headed to Utah could produce 1-3 feet of snow in the mountains across the state, along with strong rain totals in the valleys, between Wednesday and Friday.
Utah Avalanche Center launches new mobile app focused on backcountry safety
Shara Park, KSL-TV | Posted March 4 - 9:33 p.m. | Save Story
The Utah Avalanche Center launched a new, more comprehensive app that focuses on being a powerful source of information on Utah's backcountry.
Utah's former environmental leader tapped to oversee Salt Lake City's outdoor gems
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted March 3 - 8:00 p.m. | Save Story
Kim Shelley, who recently stepped down as director of the Utah Department of Environmental Quality, is now in line to oversee public lands in the state's capital city.
Meteorological winter is over. These were Utah's snowpack winners and losers
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted March 3 - 4:49 p.m. | Save Story
Utah's meteorological winter was a mixed bag, as some basins ended the season with snowpack totals near or above normal while others ended the season with record lows.
Cliffrose Trail expands with 20 more miles of multiuse paths in Washington County
Stephanie DeGraw, St. George News | Posted March 3 - 9:33 a.m. | Save Story
Phase two of the Cliffrose Trail system has recently been completed and offers sweeping views of Snow Canyon State Park's sandstone, Pine Valley Mountain's greenery and Zion National Park's silhouette.
Advisories issued for winter storm that will deliver 'active' start to Utah's meteorological spring
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Updated March 2 - 2:16 p.m. | Save Story
The next storm headed Utah's way has the potential to deliver over a foot of snow in some mountain areas.
Salt Lake City exploring new treatment options for diseased and infected trees
Shelby Lofton, KSL-TV | Posted March 2 - 8:31 a.m. | Save Story
Some of Salt Lake City's most beloved trees are actually sick. City officials are trying new methods to help diseased sycamore and London plane trees.
Increased visitation at Antelope Island State Park prompts new visitor center
Alex Cabrero, KSL-TV | Posted March 1 - 4:14 p.m. | Save Story
Antelope Island State Park in Utah has been experiencing record visitation in the past four years, prompting park managers to build a new visitor center to help handle the growing crowds.
A UVU nature and research center for Utah Lake may get legislative lift
Amy Joi O'Donoghue, Deseret News | Posted March 1 - 10:40 a.m. | Save Story
A legislative measure which gives a nod to a new nature and research center affiliated with Utah Valley University and focused on all things Utah Lake passed the House Natural Resources, Agriculture and Environment committee earlier this week.
Utah County seeks land swap, greater control over area surrounding Bridal Veil Falls
Andrew Adams, KSL-TV | Posted Feb. 28 - 2:02 p.m. | Save Story
Utah County leaders are trying to make a deal with the U.S. Forest Service to get greater control over the area near Bridal Veil Falls.
Utah officials investigate after 11 raptor species were illegally killed in Beaver County
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Feb. 27 - 6:03 p.m. | Save Story
State wildlife officers say they're asking for the public's help as they investigate a string of illegally killed bird species in southern Utah.
Great Salt Lake to benefit again as controlled releases resume at Utah Lake
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Feb. 26 - 5:02 p.m. | Save Story
Utah Lake is poised to deliver another boost to its northern neighbor, the Great Salt Lake, this year.
'I thought he was dead': Father, son recall Midway avalanche they caught on camera
Debbie Worthen, KSL-TV | Posted Feb. 26 - 6:17 a.m. | Save Story
A father and son's harrowing story of a near-death experience — an avalanche while snowmobiling caught on film.
Photos capture 'significant' rockslide in Zion National Park
Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com | Updated Feb. 25 - 6:51 p.m. | Save Story
The main road in Zion National Park has reopened after a rockslide forced its closure Monday. Visitors who were in the park at the time shared images of the rockfall with KSL.
Could beloved federal recreation spots become Utah state parks?
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Feb. 25 - 5:04 p.m. | Save Story
A wide-ranging resolution could create at least three new state parks through federal agreements, while outlining a way for Utah to pay for deferred maintenance at national parks.
New facility at Mantua Fish Hatchery boosts fish egg production
Alex Cabrero, KSL-TV | Posted Feb. 22 - 6:29 p.m. | Save Story
The Mantua Fish Hatchery recently expanded its operations with a new facility designed specifically for producing fish eggs.
Salt Lake City accepts $2.2M grant in pursuit to preserve 200 acres of Great Salt Lake wetlands
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Feb. 22 - 5:42 p.m. | Save Story
Utah's capital city officially received a financial boost as it seeks to preserve 200 acres of wetlands by the shores of its namesake.
Utah's meteorological winter has been a mixed bag. What is forecast for spring?
Carter Williams, KSL.com | Posted Feb. 22 - 10:06 a.m. | Save Story
Long-range models suggest meteorological spring could produce some of the same trends as meteorological winter.
What every backyard chicken owner needs to know about bird flu
Lois M. Collins, Deseret News | Posted Feb. 22 - 7:17 a.m. | Save Story
As the popularity of keeping backyard and urban chicken flocks grows, experts warn that bird flu can pose a risk to your feathered friends — and by extension, a small risk to you.
