All posts by Jen Mathewson
updated Nov. 16, 2011 at 7:50 p.m. UPDATE: Kevin Dustin with UHSAA said the venue will not be moved. He said it would take a storm to cancel the game. …
Host families needed for Colorado City youth
WASHINGTON CITY – Youth from Colorado City are currently looking for host families while they continue their education away from the Polygamist sect ...
Washington City man arrested on charges of sodomy, rape
WASHINGTON CITY – Officers arrested a 22-year-old Washington City man on Halloween on two counts of sodomy of a child and one count of rape of a ...
St. George man arrested on charges of sex with a minor
ST. GEORGE – A St. George man was arrested last week on five counts of sex with a minor. Simon Alvarez, 42, was arrested after the mother of his chi ...
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Hurricane man found dead in Nevada
October 31, 2011, No commentsLAS VEGAS – A Hurricane man was found dead in a hot tub in Las Vegas according to the Associated Press. The Mercury News reported that 27-year-old Travis Kerr of ...
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Columnist’s dog shot and killed in Dammeron Valley
October 26, 2011, 9 CommentsDAMMERON VALLEY – St. George News columnist Dallas Hyland was attending this evening’s St. George City Council debate when he received a disturbing message: someone had shot and killed his ...
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Teen arrested on charges of graffiti, threat against life; officers looking for more victims
October 26, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – Officers are searching for more victims after arresting an 18-year-old St. George teen last night in the parking lot of the Adventure World Academy, 348 N. Bluff. ...
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Thrift stores thriving as new study shows consumers are tightening their spending
October 26, 2011, No commentsWASHINGTON COUNTY – Forbes released a study today that said four in ten people will spend less this Christmas season than they did in 2010. The reason: higher cost of ...
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Wallace Jeffs injured in I-15 accident
October 24, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – Wallace Jeffs, 50, half brother of FLDS leader Warren Jeffs, was life flighted after his suburban rear-ended a tractor trailer on Interstate 15. According to the Utah ...
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ADOT proposes toll road through the Virgin River Gorge
October 24, 2011, 7 CommentsVIRGIN RIVER GORGE – Southern Utah residents may have to pay to travel through the Gorge if the Arizona Department of Transportation gets its way. ADOT is asking the federal ...
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Beekeeper en route to round up bees after accident on I-15 stops traffic
October 23, 2011, 2 Commentsupdated Oct. 24, 2011, 11:50 a.m. ST. GEORGE – A beekeeper is en route to St. George after a semi truck rolled on Interstate 15. Officer Ken Childs said the ...
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Family searches for missing man last seen at Brick Oven in St. George
October 23, 2011, No commentsUPDATE: After we posted our story about missing St. George man Trevis Cullen, it appears he may have contacted his family. We will leave the story up until we can ...
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Coin flip gives Desert Hills No. 2 seed going into state
October 21, 2011, No commentsCEDAR CITY – The coin flip to determine the No. 2, 3 and 4 seeds in Region 9 football was held in the fourth quarter of the Cedar vs. Desert ...
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Man airlifted after rear-ending delivery truck
October 20, 2011, 4 Commentsupdated Oct. 20, 2011, 5:20 p.m. HURRICANE – A man was airlifted after rear-ending a delivery truck on State Route 9 this afternoon. Nancy Perkins, Hurricane Police Department public information ...
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Matheson: ‘I don’t run against people, I run for an office’
October 19, 2011, 1 CommentST. GEORGE – Rep. Jim Matheson (D-Utah) has some big decisions to make after the district he serves was split into three separate districts when the legislature approved the new ...
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Parents, experts weigh in on new ADHD findings that encourages medicating children as young as four years of age
October 18, 2011, 7 CommentsA leading group of pediatricians has set new guidelines for children as young as four years old who are diagnosed with ADHD. (See story here) The American Academy of Pediatrics ...
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Do you believe in ghosts? Real ghost stories from around the US
October 17, 2011, No commentsDo you believe in ghosts? Just in time for Halloween, St. George News asked readers from around the country to tell us their real-life ghost stories. Are they real? We’ll ...
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Woman arrested after telling police three people were shot by unknown assailant
October 17, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE - Officers arrested a 24-year-old St. George woman earlier this evening for falsely claiming several people had been shot by an unknown assailant. “At approximately 5:30 P.M emergency ...
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St. George man arrested in Washington City home burglaries
October 17, 2011, No commentsupdated Oct. 17, 2011, 7:20 p.m. WASHINGTON CITY – Officers with Washington City Public Safety arrested a St. George man that is accused of allegedly burglarizing three homes in Washington. ...
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Avoiding Shaken Baby Syndrome by parents and caregivers: Sometimes parents need a ‘time-out’
October 12, 2011, 1 CommentSOUTHERN UTAH – Newborns cry more often than some new parents or caregivers are prepared for. Recent deaths in the Salt Lake City area due to Shaken Baby Syndrome by ...
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Driver hits parked cars by SkyWest building
October 12, 2011, 1 CommentST. GEORGE – A couple SkyWest employees were surprised to find their vehicles rammed into late this morning after a 22-year-old driving on South River Road narrowly missed his turn, ...
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Sheriff deputies assist wife of Warren Jeffs in leaving Colorado City home after being called to ‘keep the peace’
October 11, 2011, 1 CommentHILDALE - Washington County Sheriff’s deputies assisted a 25-year-old woman who was reportedly trying to leave her residence in Colorado City, Ariz. Detective Nate Abbott said officers responded to the ...
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Residents: Clean up condemned West Cove apartments
October 10, 2011, 6 CommentsST. GEORGE – Residents on 300 West have grown weary of a building they say is destroying their neighborhood and their property values. Jerry Cox, a resident who lives on ...
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St. George man arrested after telling police he stabbed his mother during an arguement over a cell phone
October 6, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – Police arrested a 21-year-old St. George man today on charges of attempted murder after the man called police and told them he stabbed his mother with a ...
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‘Occupy’ movement comes to St. George today
October 6, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE –Supporters of Occupy Wall Street are organizing a local movement, Occupy Saint George, to be held at Vernon Worthen Park in St. George, this evening, Thursday, October 6, ...
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OPINION: Good ole boys a scapegoat for tough times
October 5, 2011, 10 CommentsJen Austin is the founder and Editor-in-Chief of St. George News. She is a talk radio host on the Perspectives Morning Show with Bryan Hyde on Fox News Radio 1450 ...
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UPDATE: Middle schooler uninjured in motorcycle vs. bus collision
October 3, 2011, No commentsupdated Oct. 3, 2011, 2:28 p.m. HURRICANE – A middle schooler survived a motorcycle accident on Friday morning while riding on the bike of her dad’s bike. Launi Schmutz, Washington ...
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Raffle to support Josh St. John to be held tonight in Ivins
September 30, 2011, No commentsBy Jen Watkins & Joyce Kuzmanic IVINS – A raffle will be held tonight, Friday, September 30, at Red Mountain Elementary School’s annual carnival, running from from 5 to 8 ...
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Fate of Triple Deuce still undecided
September 30, 2011, No commentsSOUTHERN UTAH – Troops currently deployed with the Utah National Guard 2nd Battalion 2-22nd Field Artillery Unit are still unsure whether they are coming home months earlier than planned. As ...
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To vaccinate or not vaccinate?
September 28, 2011, 13 CommentsSOUTHERN UTAH – Michelle Turner’s 13-month-old son acted like other normal toddlers – he cruised around, talked and used utensils. And then Turner got her son his HIB vaccine. “ ...
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Surviving single motherhood
September 27, 2011, 1 CommentSOUTHERN UTAH – Single parenting, whether by choice or chance, is a daunting task for most parents. Most parents will say that having children is the most rewarding experience of ...
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Sugar, beef prices see high price increase; peanut butter to go up 30% next week
September 27, 2011, 3 CommentsWASHINGTON COUNTY – According to a report by MSN Money, the price of peanut butter is set to jump by 30 percent in November (see story here); however, Lamar Gubler ...
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One lifeflighted, three more transported in Gorge rollover
September 23, 2011, No commentsVIRGIN RIVER GORGE, Ariz. – One male was lifeflighted to University Medical Center in Las Vegas and three others were transported by ambulance to Dixie Regional Medical Center after their ...
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Will GoGo37 get ‘footloose’ in St. George?
September 22, 2011, 10 CommentsST. GEORGE – If you enter GoGo37 for one of their many concerts, one thing you are bound to see is the giant wall sign that asks people not to ...
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Sixth St. George City Council candidate determined after official canvas
September 22, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – The sixth contender in the St. George City Council race was determined today after an official canvas was completed of the preliminary votes. The Council announced the ...
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An open letter to Senator Mike Lee: Is grappling with Google good for the US or Utah?
September 22, 2011, No commentsSenator Mike Lee wants to punish a company for doing well – a private company that employs thousands of people inside the United States (something the federal government has been ...
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Senator Lee takes on Google and it’s ‘competition pratices’
September 21, 2011, No commentsWASHINGTON D.C. – Today Senator Mike Lee (R-Utah) took on Google and it’s CEO Eric Schmidt at a Senate Judiciary Committee on Capitol Hill. Lee is the ranking member on ...
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Santa Clara candidates discuss taxes, business growth
September 19, 2011, 2 CommentsSANTA CLARA – As part of our commitment to keep the community informed, St. George News has contacted, to the best of our ability, each person running for Santa Clara ...
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Parts of Eastern Washington County without power
September 14, 2011, No commentsWASHINGTON COUNTY – Approximately 2,200 people are without power this morning as crews from Rocky Mountain Power work to fix an emergency damage repair. According to the automated system for ...
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Officers arrest intruder burglarizing home
September 9, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – Officers arrested a 34-year-old St. George man after a man called police saying he could hear an intruder breaking into his home. On Sept. 8, officers responded ...
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Car accident kills one in Washington County
September 8, 2011, No commentsWASHINGTON COUNTY – A car accident on Interstate 15 yesterday left one woman dead after she was ejected from the vehicle she was a passenger in. Marci Jones, 63, of ...
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Woman ejected from vehicle in critical condition
September 7, 2011, 3 CommentsWASHINGTON COUNTY – A single-vehicle accident today left one woman in critical condition after she was ejected from the vehicle. Corporal Todd Johnson said emergency personnel were called at 12:47 ...
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Observant citizen helps stop vehicle burglar
September 6, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – A concerned resident helped stop a vehicle burglar this morning after noticing a man peering into car windows. Capt. James Van Fleet said a woman called police ...
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Enterprise candidates hope to serve the community
September 4, 2011, No commentsENTERPRISE – As part of our commitment to keep the community informed, St. George News has contacted, to our best ability, each person running for City Council. The following, in ...
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Dixie State drops match to Cal Poly 3-2
September 3, 2011, No commentsPHOENIX, Ariz. – In the 75th minute of Friday’s season-opening match, Dixie State College’s soccer team held a one-goal lead over Cal Poly Pomona. A misplayed crossing shot and one ...
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Residents evacuated as firefighters battle blaze in La Verkin (video)
September 1, 2011, No commentsLA VERKIN – Officers in La Verkin evacuated the area of 180 W and 300 N after a fire broke out in the mobile home park. Firefighters were called to ...
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Utah returns to five-day workweek after Labor Day
September 1, 2011, No commentsSALT LAKE CITY – All Utah state agencies will return to a five-day workweek beginning Tuesday, September 6. The Utah Legislature approved HB 328 during the last legislative session, which ...
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Washington City officers arrest two in investigation of multiple thefts, burglaries
September 1, 2011, No commentsWASHINGTON CITY – Officers in Washington City arrested two St. George residents after investigating a robbery at a storage unit. On Aug. 22, a Washington City resident reported his storage ...
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Officers arrest fugitive in La Verkin
August 30, 2011, 1 CommentLA VERKIN – The La Verkin Police Department arrested a fugitive today who had skipped parole and was wanted on a felony warrant by Adult Probation and Parole. Detective Travis ...
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$10,000 Reward Offered in Wells Fargo Robbery
August 25, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – A reward is being offered for the information leading to identification, apprehension and conviction of the person(s) involved in the robbery at Wells Fargo Bank. Wells Fargo, ...
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Woman Taken to DRMC after Car Accident in La Verkin
August 24, 2011, No commentsLA VERKIN – A woman was transported by ambulance to Dixie Regional Medical Center this evening with unknown injuries after being hit by an SUV. La Verkin Officer Darren Richmond ...
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If not Chaffetz, then whom?
August 23, 2011, No commentsSALT LAKE CITY – The battle between Rep. Jason Chaffetz and Sen. Orrin Hatch appears to be over. Chaffetz addressed fellow Republicans, saying he wants to focus on the job ...
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Dead Body Found in Washington City Hotel
August 23, 2011, No commentsupdated Aug. 25, 2011 5:10 p.m. WASHINGTON - A maid at the Red Cliffs Inn in Washington City discovered the body of a dead man when she went to work this ...
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Two Homes Threatened in Kolob Terrace Fire; No Evacuations
August 22, 2011, No commentsWASHINGTON COUNTY – Multiple fire agencies are working to contain a fire that has spread to almost 300 acres since 3:11 p.m. today. Kelly Washburn, fire information officer, said two ...
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Fire in Snow Canyon Park Area Burns Over 25 Acres
August 22, 2011, 1 CommentWASHINGTON COUNTY – Firefighters put out a brush fire that burned 25.6 acres earlier today in the Snow Canyon State Park area. Officials said the fire was started by a ...
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Officers Arrest Man After Receiving Report of Gun Shots in Lower Sand Cove
August 22, 2011, 4 CommentsWASHINGTON COUNTY – Officers arrested a man residing in Hurricane on four 3rd-degree felony charges after investigating a shooting by Lower Sand Cove Reservoir yesterday. Det. Nate Abbott with the ...
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Police Await Medical Examiner’s Report in Death of St. George Man
August 22, 2011, 1 CommentST. GEORGE – Detectives with the St. George Police Department have wrapped up the investigation into the death of Thomas Corbin, 29, while awaiting a report from the medical examiner’s ...
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UPDATED: Police Search for Wells Fargo Bank Robber
August 18, 2011, 5 Commentsupdated Aug. 18, 2011, 2:40 p.m. ST. GEORGE – The St. George Police Department is looking for a male suspected of robbing Wells Fargo Bank, 144 W. Brigham Road, just ...
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St. George Man Pleads Not Guilty in Aggravated Abuse Case, Jury Trial Set for October
August 17, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – A man accused of abusing his elderly grandmother pleaded not guilty in court yesterday. Keith Dunn pleaded not guilty of aggravated abuse of a vulnerable adult during ...
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The War on Drugs: Prison after Rehab
August 17, 2011, 2 CommentsST. GEORGE – Brenden Turpin spent his teenage years getting into trouble, experimenting with drugs and going to jail. But now, at the age of 21, he said he has ...
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DEVELOPING: Police Search for Robbery Suspect
August 15, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – Police are searching for a suspect in an armed robbery that occurred around 5:30 p.m. today at the Professional Park Pharmacy at the St. George Clinic in ...
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St. George City Council Race May Be Heating Up
August 15, 2011, 2 CommentsST. GEORGE – The St. George city council elections have just gotten underway, and one candidate is already noticing what one incumbent calls “par for the course.” J. Bryan Dial ...
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Charges Dropped in Sexual Exploitation Case
August 15, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – An Ivins man who was arrested in mid-June on five counts of sexual exploitation of a minor had those charges dropped today. Prosecuting Attorney Brian Filter said ...
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EDITORIAL: Releasing ‘Rape Tapes’ is Unethical
August 14, 2011, 17 Commentsupdated Aug. 14, 2011 5:30 p.m. The Salt Lake Tribune recently published an article describing the difficulties the editors went through in deciding whether or not to release “sex tapes,” ...
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PHOTOS: Washington County Fair Derby 2011
August 14, 2011, No commentsPhotos by Jen Watkins | Copyright St. George News 2011
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Senator Mike Lee to Hold Town Hall Meeting, Open House in St. George
August 12, 2011, 6 CommentsWASHINGTON COUNTY – Sen. Mike Lee, R-Utah, will be taking a break during his recess to visit Southern Utah and hold a town hall meeting and an open house. Lee ...
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Ivins Man Arrested for Aggravated Burglary, Assault
August 12, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – An Ivins man was arrested early yesterday morning after a fight broke out in a Dixie Downs residence. Lt. Joe Hartman said the 26-year-old suspect had been ...
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Washington City Candidates Discuss Job Growth
August 12, 2011, No commentsUPDATED Aug. 12, 2011, 1 p.m. WASHINGTON CITY – As part of our commitment to keep the community informed, St. George News has contacted, to the best of our ability, ...
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State Responds to Motion to Keep Press from Hearings in Double Homicide Case
August 11, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – The state responded yesterday to 23 motions filed by Paul Ashton and his defense attorney in the double homicide that took the lives of Jerrica Christensen and ...
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11 Defendants Added to Indictment in Veyo Marijuana Raid
August 10, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – The United States Attorney’s Office added 11 more defendants today to a federal case involving the July 16 marijuana raid in the Veyo area. Melodie Rydalch, Public ...
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Washington City Woman Wakes to Find Man in Her Hallway
August 10, 2011, 1 CommentWASHINGTON CITY – An elderly woman woke early Friday morning to find a man standing in her hallway. The woman, who lives on Foothill drive, said the man told her ...
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Fundraiser, Blood Drive to be held for Marva Cutler
August 9, 2011, No commentsupdated Aug. 9, 2011 at 9:30 a.m. ST. GEORGE – A fundraiser to assist Marva Cutler will be held on Aug. 17 with a barbecue and blood drive. Cutler’s daughter ...
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Police Make Headway in Home, Vehicle Burglaries
August 5, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – St. George police made three arrests yesterday after receiving a tip that two suspects had been involved in numerous home and vehicle burglaries. Capt. James Van Fleet ...
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City Council Candidates Discuss Improvements Needed in St. George
August 4, 2011, 3 CommentsST. GEORGE – As part of our commitment to keep the community informed, St. George News has contacted, to our best ability, each person running for City Council. The following, ...
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Who Will Bus La Verkin’s Students?
August 2, 2011, 1 CommentLA VERKIN – In a deal reached several years ago, and under the direction of a former mayor, the city of La Verkin has been paying the Washington County School ...
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Senator Lee Honors Former Utah First Lady in Floor Speech
August 2, 2011, No commentsupdated Aug. 4, 2011 at 7:25 a.m. WASHINGTON D.C. – Senator Mike Lee (R-Utah) honored the late wife of former Utah Governor Norman Bangerter today during a speech on the ...
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Canyon Media, Online Web Marketing Partner to Acquire St. George News
August 1, 2011, 2 CommentsIn 2010, I assured you that the purpose of St. George News (formerly Dixie Press) was to serve the community with local, reliable and free news. Our mission has been to ...
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Police Identify Man Found at Bottom of Cliff
August 1, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – Police identified the man whose body was located at the bottom of a cliff Saturday as Thomas Corbin, 29, of St. George. On Saturday, the St. George ...
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UPDATED: Police Recover Man’s Body from Bloomington Hill
July 31, 2011, No commentsClick here for UPDATE to this story. ST. GEORGE – Detectives with the St. George Police Department are investigating the cause of death after finding a 29-year-old St. George man ...
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Friends Begin Anti-Bullying Project in Honor of Matthew Parker
July 30, 2011, 2 CommentsHURRICANE – Matthew Parker,14, was killed in a tragic boating accident while on a scouting trip at Lake Powell, but his friends and family hope his memory will inspire good ...
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Hurricane Farmer’s Market Now Easier for Local Growers to Participate
July 29, 2011, No commentsHURRICANE – The Hurricane Farmer’s Market is looking for local craftsmen and growers to participate in the Market each Saturday. Event organizer Sandra Adams said that until now, the City ...
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Garbage Bag Filled with Puppies Found on Road
July 29, 2011, No commentsRICHFIELD – Five puppies are alive after being found in a garbage bag on the side of the road. Ashley Jones said her friends were driving by Broken Arrow Ranch ...
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Washington Man Pleads Not Guilty to Attempted Murder in Home Depot Assault
July 28, 2011, No commentsWASHINGTON COUNTY – Charles Adam Swogger, 22, pled not guilty today in 5th District Court to five felony counts, including attempted murder. Swogger’s attorney asked that a trial date be ...
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Salt Lake City Woman Pleads Not Guilty of Rape of a Child in Springdale Case
July 28, 2011, 2 CommentsWASHINGTON COUNTY – Laceigh Kymmeri Smith, 18, of Salt Lake City, pled not guilty today in 5th District Court on two felony counts of rape of a child and attempted ...
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Dryer Catches Washington Home on Fire
July 27, 2011, No commentsWASHINGTON – A 21-year-old female and her two children escaped a home fire today, unharmed; the fire started in the laundry room. Jim Keith, Washington City Public Safety Director, said ...
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Citizens Help Police in Unsolved Cases
July 27, 2011, 2 CommentsWASHINGTON COUNTY – The Washington County Sheriff’s Office Unsolved Cases website has proven successful so far. Detective Nate Abbott said the department has seen an increase in anonymous email tips ...
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Fireworks May Have Caused 180-Acre Fire in Hurricane
July 22, 2011, No commentsHURRICANE – Firefighters responded to a brush fire in the area of 180 West 1350 South just before 10 p.m. yesterday. Firefighters were able to surround the fire and save ...
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St. George Man Arrested for Aggravated Sexual Abuse of Two Young Girls
July 21, 2011, 1 CommentST. GEORGE – A St. George man was arrested on three counts of aggravated sexual abuse after allegedly touching two girls under the age of 14. Rudy Gomez, 52, was ...
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Police Release Identity of Woman Who Shot Herself at ER
July 18, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – Police released the identity today of a woman who shot herself in the parking lot of the Dixie Regional Medical Center Emergency Room after calling police and ...
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City Council Candidates in Washington County
July 18, 2011, No commentsWASHINGTON COUNTY – St. George News is currently compiling a list of all those who submitted an application to run for a city council or town council position. Candidates who ...
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BREAKING NEWS: Drug Task Force Search for Men in Veyo Who Ran During Drug Bust that Nets Over 35 Arrests So Far
July 16, 2011, 4 CommentsUPDATED July 16, 2011 5:45 p.m. VEYO - Officers with the Washington County Area Drug Task Force, Drug Enforcement Administration, Washington County Sheriff, and several other local law enforcement agencies* ...
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Harrisburg Fire Burning Towards Quail Lake, Began at I-15
July 15, 2011, 1 CommentUpdate July 16, 2011 at 6:50 p.m. – This fire burned 216 acres. Highway 91 south of Harrisburg and Highway 318 will reopen at 7 p.m. today. Kelly Washburn, Fire ...
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St. George Woman Shoots Herself in ER Parking Lot
July 15, 2011, 9 CommentsST. GEORGE – A 57-year-old woman was pronounced dead this afternoon after calling 911 and telling dispatch that she was at the Dixie Regional Medical Center Emergency Room and wanted ...
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Police Investigate Multiple Vehicle Break-Ins from Last Night
July 15, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – Officers responded to several calls today after St. George residents woke up this morning to find the windows of their vehicles had been smashed. Capt. James Van ...
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Moonlight Madness Softball Tourney to Benefit Hurricane Ball Fields
July 15, 2011, No commentsHURRICANE – Team trophies and bragging rights are on the line in a Moonlight Madness Men’s Softball Tournament slated for August 5 and 6, in Hurricane. A team registration form ...
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Springdale Man Charged With Sexual Exploitation of La Verkin Girl
July 14, 2011, 6 CommentsLA VERKIN – A 19-year-old Springdale man was arrested by La Verkin police on charges of two counts of sexual exploitation of a minor, one count of harmful materials to ...
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Matheson for Senate?
July 12, 2011, 2 CommentsWASHINGTON D.C. – A new poll by Public Policy Polling shows that Rep. Jim Matheson would just barely defeat Sen. Orrin Hatch 45-44 percent if Matheson were to run against ...
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Local LDS Missionary Injured in Guatemala After Lion Attack
July 12, 2011, 72 CommentsEditor’s Note: Paul Oakey’s mother has given St. George News the blog address to follow updates on Oakey’s condition: http://elderoakey.blogspot.com/ ST. GEORGE - A local missionary for the Church of ...
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Officers Crack Down on Criminals Who Hide Out in La Verkin
July 11, 2011, 2 CommentsLA VERKIN – It may seem like a quiet town, with fewer than 5,000 residents and almost as much livestock and pets. But as quiet as the town may feel, it ...
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La Verkin Approved for Additional Sidewalks for Children’s Safety while Walking to School
July 7, 2011, 2 CommentsLA VERKIN – The La Verkin City Council met yesterday evening to discuss a new sidewalk that will be built along SR-9 in cooperation with the Utah Department of Transportation. ...
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Firefighter Arrested in Veyo Fire Investigation
July 7, 2011, No commentsWASHINGTON COUNTY – A 41-year-old Brookside man was arrested today for allegedly starting a fire in Veyo on June 23. Detective Nate Abbott said the property was owned by the ...
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St. George Police Search for Missing Child, Mom
July 7, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE - Police are searching for a missing mom and her three-year-old daughter. Captain Kyle Whitehead with the St. George Police Department said Jessica Johnson, 25, and her daughter ...
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Nine-Year-Old Hurricane Girl in Critical Condition after a Vehicle Rollover in Nevada
July 7, 2011, No commentsHURRICANE – A nine-year-old girl from Hurricane is in critical condition in a Nevada hospital after the pickup truck she was riding in rolled several times, ejecting most of the ...
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Truck Knocks Out Power Line on Tabernacle
July 6, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – Emergency crews responded to the area of the East 100 block of Tabernacle and St. George Boulevard today after a truck driver ran into a power line ...
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St. George Man Killed in Industrial Accident at Construction Site on I15
July 6, 2011, 1 CommentST. GEORGE – The Utah Highway Patrol is investigating an industrial accident that killed a St. George man. Sgt. Dan Ferguson said Charles Grundy was killed this morning at Utah’s ...
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EDITORIAL: ‘In God We Trust’ Offends Neighbor
July 5, 2011, 7 CommentsEDITOR’S NOTE: The source whose story is told in this article is related to the writer, the story is newsworthy and thus given as an exception to the general principle ...
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St. George Man Dies in Car Crash
July 2, 2011, No commentsPAROWAN – A St. George man was killed in a three-vehicle accident on Interstate 15 near milepost 71 yesterday. The Deseret News reports that James D. Ruman, 50, died at ...
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Driver’s Name May Be Released In Marva Cutler Accident
June 29, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – St. George Police may release the name of the driver who is suspected of hitting Marva Cutler last week on Little Valley Road. Capt. Kyle Whitehead said ...
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La Verkin Home Burns as Wind Makes Containment Difficult
June 28, 2011, 3 CommentsUpdated Wednesday, June 29, 2011, 8:15 a.m. LA VERKIN – Firefighters from several agencies are currently battling strong winds to put out a house fire in the area of 200 ...
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Editorial: Decency in Journalism
June 27, 2011, 9 CommentsMany years ago, about 10 or so, I was working for a little newspaper in Mountain Home, Idaho. A woman had been killed, her body parts found in different areas ...
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Congressman Matheson Creates Bill to Make Pet Medication More Affordable
June 27, 2011, 6 CommentsST. GEORGE – Did you know you have options when it comes to the medications you buy for your pets? Congressman Jim Matheson said many pet owners are paying too ...
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13-Year-Old Girl Killed in Santa Clara After Being Hit by a Car
June 25, 2011, No commentsUpdated Sunday, June 26, 2011 SANTA CLARA – A 13-year-old was killed and a 14-year-old injured after being hit by a vehicle today on Santa Clara Drive. Sgt. Dan Ferguson ...
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Officers Search for Man Suspected of Attempted Kidnapping
June 24, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – Officers are searching for a man who is suspected of attempted kidnapping. A press release from the St. George Police Department stated officers responded to the area ...
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Police Describe Hit-and-Run in Detail for First Time, Say Charges Will Come After Full Investigation
June 23, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – Conflicting reports regarding a hit-and-run in Little Valley Tuesday have left community members wondering whether the police have or have not found the driver and whether the ...
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Driver in Hit-and-Run Found, Charges Pending
June 23, 2011, 2 CommentsUPDATE: A press release from the St. George Police Department states the driver of the vehicle, “Had been present at the scene when police and medical personnel arrived. The driver ...
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Two Year Old Life-Flighted to Primary Children’s After Falling into Virgin River
June 22, 2011, 1 CommentSPRINGDALE – A two-year-old boy is being treated at Primary Children’s Medical Center in Salt Lake City after being rescued from the Virgin River near Springdale. Chief Deputy Rob Tersigni ...
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Neighbors Describe Marva Cutler as a Good Friend Who Helps Those Around Her
June 22, 2011, No commentsUPDATE 3:15 p.m. June 22: Marva Cutler’s daughter, Jenny Drummond, advises that her mom remains in critical condition. ”Her body is just broken,” she expressed, mentioning broken femur and other ...
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Identity Theft and Stolen Credit Cards: It Happens in Southern Utah
June 16, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – A St. George man recently received a phone call from his credit union asking him about the computer he bought and was shipping to Montana. “They must ...
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Senator Lee to President Obama: The Objectives in Afghanistan Have Been Met
June 16, 2011, 1 CommentWASHINGTON D.C. – Due to concerns that President Obama was considering changing the timetable that would bring U.S. troops home from Afghanistan, Senator Mike Lee (R-Utah) sent the President a ...
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Aiken to be Sentenced for Aggravated Sexual Abuse of a Child After Pleading Guilty
June 15, 2011, 1 CommentST. GEORGE – Brady Heber Aiken will be sentenced next month after pleading guilty in May to aggravated sexual abuse. Washington County Prosecuting Attorney Ryan Shaum said Aiken will be ...
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Ivins Man Arrested on Five Counts of Sexual Exploitation of a Minor
June 15, 2011, No commentsIVINS – An Ivins man was arrested yesterday evening on five counts of sexual exploitation of a minor – a 2nd degree felony. Ronald Craig Nelson, 56, of Ivins, was ...
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Hurricane Man Arrested After Allegedly Trying to Run Down La Verkin Officer With His Car
June 15, 2011, No commentsLA VERKIN – Officers arrested a 27-year-old Hurricane male after he allegedly tried to run down an officer with his car. Chief Lloyd Watkins said the La Verkin City officer ...
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St. George Woman Arrested on 10 Counts of Sex Abuse of a Minor
June 15, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – A 36-year-old St. George woman was arrested yesterday on five counts of forcible sex abuse and five counts of unlawful sexual activity with a minor. Officer Johnny ...
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Homes Destroyed in Toquerville Fire
June 13, 2011, No commentsUpdated June 14, 2011, 7:10 a.m. TOQUERVILLE – Firefighters are investigating what is reported to have started as a brush fire that quickly destroyed three homes in Toquerville today. David ...
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Budget Woes Prompt Public Hearing for Busing Options in La Verkin
June 13, 2011, No commentsLA VERKIN – The La Verkin City Council is holding a public hearing to discuss an agreement between the city and the school district to bus students to Hurricane Middle ...
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St. George Police, Homeland Security Crack Down on Identity Fraud
June 13, 2011, 3 CommentsST. GEORGE – Frequent visitors of the Washington County arrests page on St. George News will notice an increase in the amount of identity fraud charges recently. In the last ...
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Shivwits Fire Aftermath
June 12, 2011, 4 CommentsUpdated June 13, 2011, 6 a.m. SHIVWITS INDIAN RESERVATION – A human-caused fire that burned over 1,100 acres is now 75 percent contained with authorities expecting it to be 100 ...
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Officers Arrest Home Burglary Suspect
June 12, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – On Saturday, June 11, officers with the St. George Police Department arrested Lonnie L. Unruh, 34, on an arrest warrant. Unruh was wanted by police for a ...
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Philanthropist Jeremy Johnson Arrested by IRS on New Charge of Mail Fraud
June 12, 2011, 30 CommentsPHOENIX, ARIZ. – Jeremy Johnson was arrested in Phoenix this weekend on an additional charge of mail fraud. The new charge stems from allegations that Johnson committed mail fraud by ...
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Cedar City Teen Stars in ‘Super 8’ Thriller
June 10, 2011, No commentsCEDAR CITY – Within a year’s time, 14-year-old Riley Griffiths has gone from a normal teen to a movie star. Watch the interview with Riley Griffiths on the new movie ...
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Experts: Boycotting Delta Would Only Hurt the Local Economy
June 10, 2011, 5 CommentsST. GEORGE – A public outcry led to Delta policy changes after a YouTube video went viral that showed American soldiers returning from deployment talking about how they had to ...
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Utah Senator: Spending Has Put Nation in a Fiscal Crisis
June 10, 2011, No commentsWASHINGTON D.C. – As Congress debates whether to raise the national debt ceiling to avoid defaulting on U.S. debt, China says it may already be too late. According to a ...
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Fire Burns 58 Acres Near Sand Hollow
June 9, 2011, No commentsHURRICANE – A home was evacuated as firefighters worked to control a fire that burned 58 acres yesterday near Sand Hollow. Firefighter Tom Marsh said the fire started around 4:30 ...
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St. George Man Arrested on Six Counts of Rape of a Child
June 9, 2011, 14 CommentsST. GEORGE – A St. George man was arrested and charged with six 1st degree felonies of Sodomy of a Child, Rape of a Child with an Object and Aggravated ...
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Raising or Not Raising the Debt Ceiling: Does it Affect the Average American?
June 8, 2011, No commentsWASHINGTON D.C. – As Congress debates raising the debt ceiling after threats that the U.S. would lose its credit rating and cause a “huge global panic,” Americans have shown in ...
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SunRiver Named in Top 50 in ‘Where to Retire’ Magazine
June 8, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – SunRiver made the Top 50 Best Master-Planned Communities by Retire Magazine. In a press release released this week, SunRiver in St. George was included in the best ...
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Road Respect Bike Ride and Festival to Be Held in Hurricane
June 7, 2011, No commentsHURRICANE – Join Hurricane Mayor Tom Hirschi for the ribbon cutting of the new Hurricane Designated Bike Route on June 18 at 7 a.m. As part of the celebration, cyclists ...
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Officers Looking for Robbery Suspect in St. George Home Burglary
June 7, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – Officers are looking for a robbery suspect in connection to a burglary that occurred in the Artesia subdivision last week. Lonnie Unruh, 34, is currently wanted by ...
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Drug Interdiction Nets 8 Pounds of Marijuana, Second Man Arrested in Gunlock for Cultivation
June 6, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – Detectives who performed a drug interdiction last night arrested an Iowa man who was allegedly transporting eight pounds of marijuana from Las Vegas to his hometown. Lt. ...
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Red Flag Fire Warning Issued for Utah’s Dixie Through Monday
June 5, 2011, No commentsSOUTHERN UTAH – The National Weather Service issued a Red Flag Fire Warning for Southern Utah today just after 1 p.m. According to their advisory notice, the warning will ...
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Mom, Friends Search for Teen Who Went Missing from Dixie Downs Area on Wednesday
June 3, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – The mother of a missing 19-year-old is worried her daughter may be in trouble. Tammy McPhilomy said her daughter, Kristi Cordial, disappeared on Wednesday and no one, ...
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Detectives Make Arrest in Drug, Fraudulent Identity Case
June 3, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – Detectives with the Washington County Area Task Force and detectives involved with the Identity Theft Initiative arrested a 21-year-old living in St. George on multiple fraud and ...
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Free Breakfast, Lunch Offered at Some Local Schools Through Summer
June 2, 2011, No commentsWASHINGTON COUNTY – Many local elementary schools will be offering free breakfast and lunch for kids throughout the summer. The meals are free and are offered to anyone under the ...
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Families, Soldiers Prepare for Goodbye at Local Event
June 2, 2011, 1 CommentST. GEORGE – Community members wanting to say goodbye and show their support for the Triple Deuce before they leave for their deployment can do so tonight at the Burns ...
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St. George Man Arrested on Charges of Forcible Sex Abuse
June 1, 2011, 6 CommentsST. GEORGE – An 18-year-old St. George man was arrested after allegedly admitting that he sexually abused a 14-year-old girl. Milton Alberto Galdamez was arrested last night on a 2nd ...
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Newly Appointed State Senator Casey Anderson Says His Goal is to Reduce the Size of Government
June 1, 2011, No commentsSOUTHERN UTAH – Newly appointed State Senator Casey Anderson (R-Cedar City) is putting an end to concerns that his position violates the Hatch Act. Anderson ran for Senator after the ...
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Officers Make Arrests in St. George Vehicle Burglaries
June 1, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – An 18-year-old Washington woman was arrested over the weekend for allegedly participating in a string of vehicle burglaries. Officer Johnny Heppler said the burglaries occurred in late ...
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Fire Shuts Down I-15
May 31, 2011, No commentsWASHINGTON CITY – A flat tire from a trailer may have been what caused a fire that shut down Interstate 15 earlier today and shut down the southbound lanes at ...
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St. George Motorcycle Officer Transported to Hospital After Colliding with Vehicle
May 31, 2011, 2 CommentsST. GEORGE – A St. George motorcycle officer collided with a passenger vehicle at 1:30 p.m. on Main Street and 800 South today. Officer Johnny Heppler said the officer was ...
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Tooele Woman Arrested, Three Teens Cited for Possession
May 31, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – Officers arrested a 36-year-old Tooele woman and cited three teenage boys after a neighbor called police saying the group was suspected of doing drugs in the area. ...
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St. George Man Arrested on Suspicion of Setting Fire to His Vehicle
May 31, 2011, No commentsWASHINGTON COUNTY – A 21-year-old St. George man is being investigated after officers received information that the man may have set fire to his vehicle and filed a fraudulent insurance ...
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Feds May Put a Stop to Memorial Day Weekend Plans for Jeremy Johnson
May 28, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – Utah philanthropist and defendant in a Federal investigation Jeremy Johnson may find his Memorial Day weekend plans being hampered by the government. According to Vegas Inc, Johnson ...
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Open House Scheduled for Today at New Fire Station
May 26, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – The St. George Fire Department will be holding an open house today at the new fire station, located at 1096 Blue Grass Way, on the corner of ...
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Fire Chief: Teenagers Caused Fire That Threatened Homes
May 26, 2011, 1 CommentST. GEORGE – A fire that burned three to four acres and nearly took out a dozen homes is believed to be the cause of teenagers. Fire Chief Robert Stoker ...
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Transient Arrested on Drug Distribution Charges After Woman Overdoses on Heroin
May 25, 2011, No commentsupdated May 25, 2011, 12:30 p.m. ST. GEORGE – A 25-year-old man was arrested yesterday after allegedly providing heroin to an adult female who was taken to the hospital. Officer ...
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St. George Man Arrested After Allegedly Striking Victim’s Car with Bo Staff
May 24, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – Officer arrested a 25-year-old St. George man early this morning after responding to a disorderly conduct call between two adult males. Officer Johnny Heppler with the St. ...
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Three Arrested on Felony Charges After Firearms Stolen from Washington City Home
May 24, 2011, No commentsWASHINGTON – Three Washington City residents were arrested on five felony charges of theft of a firearm and burglary yesterday. The charges stem from a month-long investigation after one of ...
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Pool Safety Tips for Children
May 24, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – Although most deaths due to drowning occur in the bathtub, two recent incidents in St. George where toddlers have drown in a pool have brought pool safety ...
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Summer Beauty Tips from Local Beauties
May 20, 2011, No commentsIt’s summertime in Southern Utah and that means it’s time to get out and play – and look beautiful while doing it. We asked local Southern Utah beauties their tips ...
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Detectives Arrest Man Suspected of Distributing $30,000 Worth of Meth in St. George Area
May 20, 2011, 1 CommentST. GEORGE – Working with law enforcement officials in Mesquite, Nev., detectives with the Washington County Area Task Force arrested a 25-year-old St. George resident who is suspected of distributing ...
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P.E. Teacher, Administration Save the Life of Sixth Grade Student
May 19, 2011, No commentsUPDATE: The young lady subject of this story is Abby Doman. Later stories of community support for Doman include: Local Businesses show heart for Abby Doman Dixie Rebels, Wide Receiver ...
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St. George Man Arrested on Aggravated Cruelty to Animal Charge, Evidence Tampering
May 17, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – A 21-year-old St. George man is in jail after his roommate’s say the man killed their cat. Officer Johnny Heppler said police were called to the area ...
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Man Accused of Robbing Woman at ATM Ends His Life Rather than Face Jail Time in Utah
May 16, 2011, 4 Commentsupdated June 3,2011 at 6:30 a.m. MST ST. GEORGE – The suspect in a local robbery took his own life yesterday evening rather than face a jail sentence in Utah. ...
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Toddlers Injured in Smith’s Parking Lot
May 16, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – In two separate incidents, two children were injured Sunday in the parking lot of Smith’s. Officer Johnny Heppler said that at approximately 10:30 a.m., a mother ...
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Three La Verkin Men Arrested on Multiple Felony Drug Charges
May 16, 2011, No commentsLA VERKIN – Three La Verkin men were arrested Saturday evening on multiple felony drug charges when officers went to the home to search for a runaway. Police Chief ...
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Tiffany Alleman Crowned Mrs. Utah: Helps Others Who Suffer with Infertility and Pregnancy
May 15, 2011, No commentsHURRICANE – After years of struggling with pregnancy loss and infertility, Tiffany Alleman knew it was time to share her story so that she could help others who may also ...
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Utah to Select a New Queen
May 13, 2011, No commentsHURRICANE – Jenny Bezzant of Pleasant Grove, who was named this year’s Wasatch Mother of the Year, will be handing over her reign as Mrs. Utah United States Saturday, May ...
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Victim in Motorcycle Accident Identified
May 13, 2011, 7 CommentsST. GEORGE – A motorcycle accident last night claimed the life of a St. George man after the driver of a rental moving truck pulled out in front of the ...
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Colorado Couple Arrested on Drug Charges After Camping Out in St. George Park
May 12, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – Officers arrested a Colorado couple on multiple drug charges after the couple was found sleeping in their car in Slick Rock Park, 2395 E Riverside Drive. Officer ...
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St. George Police Arrest Woman Working Illegally in the U.S. on Identity Theft Charges
May 12, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – Officers arrested a 31-year-old woman who was allegedly working and living in the United States illegally. Officer Johnny Heppler said they received information that a woman ...
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Couple Arrested in Stolen Vehicle
May 11, 2011, No commentsLA VERKIN – A Virgin couple was arrested in La Verkin last night after an officer pulled them over in a stolen vehicle. Police Chief Lloyd Watkins said the vehicle ...
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Critical Services to Return to Five-day Workweek
May 10, 2011, No commentsSOUTHERN UTAH – The local DMV will be heading back to a five-day workweek in September after the Utah Legislature overrode the Governor’s veto last weekend. The Utah Legislature approved ...
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Legislature Overrides Governor’s Transportation Funding Veto
May 10, 2011, No commentsSOUTHERN UTAH – The Utah Legislature is hoping to spend less money repairing state roads by putting away funds to maintain those roads now. State Senator Steve Urquhart (R-St. ...
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Toddler Falls Out of Moving Vehicle on Highway
May 9, 2011, No commentsHURRICANE – A four-year-old was rushed to the hospital Friday after he fell from his parent’s vehicle while traveling 55 mph on State Route 9. Police Spokesperson Nancy Perkins said ...
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St. George Man Arrested on Charges of Sexually Abusing Young Boy
May 9, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – Officers arrested a 40-year-old St. George man after a weeklong investigation into accusations of sex abuse. Officer Johnny Heppler said Willian Edgard Romero-Estrada was arrested on numerous ...
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St. George Marathon Lottery Results Announced
May 9, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – The results are in. This year’s St. George Marathon final lottery results were updates this morning on the city’s website. See Results Here The highly acclaimed point-to-point ...
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Two Ironman Contenders Taken to Hospital after Being Hit by Vehicles
May 9, 2011, 2 CommentsWASHINGTON COUNTY – Two Ironman contenders were injured Saturday when they were hit by vehicles while competing in the bike portion of the triathlon. Detective Nate Abbott said a biker ...
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St. George Woman Arrested on Stalking Charges
May 5, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – Officers arrested a 57-year-old St. George woman on stalking charges for allegedly calling another woman multiple times after a stalking injunction was issued. Officer Johnny Heppler said ...
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Gray Wolves Delisted in Some Parts of Utah
May 5, 2011, No commentsWASHINGTON D.C. – Gray Wolves were removed from the endangered species list yesterday in the majority of the Rocky Mountain Region. Sen. Orrin Hatch (R-Utah) said in a press release ...
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St. George Man Arrested for Attempted Murder
May 3, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – Officers arrested a 32-year-old St. George man after he allegedly held a knife to his girlfriend’s throat and threatened to kill her. Officer Johnny Heppler said officers ...
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High-Speed Chase in Two States Ends at Exit 6 in St. George
April 27, 2011, 5 CommentsUPDATE: After interviewing the suspect, Ferguson said the suspect admitted to running from the officer only to get out of a speeding ticket. “When he saw the Arizona officer, he ...
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St. George Men Arrested in Ivins Burglary
April 27, 2011, No commentsIVINS – Officers arrested two St. George men last night after the men allegedly broke into a house that was one week away from being moved into. Sgt. Rich Rogers ...
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Man Arrested for Voyeurism
April 25, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE - A St. George man was arrested early this morning on charges of voyeurism, disorderly conduct and trespassing for allegedly looking in a woman’s window. Officer Johnny Heppler ...
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Man Arrested at Gunpoint in Springdale
April 25, 2011, No commentsSPRINGDALE – Officers arrested a 22-year-old Glendale man at gunpoint in the Springdale area over the weekend. Springdale Chief Kurt Wright said an officer clocked a driver on a bullet ...
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No Injures Reported in Structure Fire
April 23, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – Firefighters responded to a structure fire on 600 E and 200 S this morning. Captain Jason Whipple said firefighters were able to contain the fire to the ...
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Long Boarder Suffers Head Injury in Accident
April 21, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – Jared Rosado was on his way home from work yesterday evening when he came across an accident that would stay with him forever. A man who had ...
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Man Arrested after Exposing Himself on Riverside Drive
April 21, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – Officers arrested a 34-year-old man after a citizen called police saying a man was on the bike path behind Maverick on Riverside Drive with his pants down ...
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Brady Aiken Arrested on Additional Charges Involving Two Minors
April 20, 2011, No commentsSOUTHERN UTAH – Nearly one year after Brady Heber Aiken walked into the Hurricane Police Department and reportedly admitted to detectives that he sexually abused two toddlers under the age ...
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Officers Solve Cold Case from 2008 Involving Stolen Musical Instruments
April 20, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – A 25-year-old man who was arrested last night on domestic violence charges is facing additional charges in a cold case stemming from a burglary in 2008. Officer ...
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Man Charged for Stealing Purse in Lin’s Parking Lot
April 20, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – A man arrested last week for urinating on a storage shed as well as drug charges is facing additional charges for theft. Officer Johnny Heppler said detectives ...
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All Three Missing Hikers in Zion Spotted in The Subway, Could Be Airlifted Tonight
April 19, 2011, No commentsZION NATIONAL PARK – Three hikers who went missing in Zion National Park may have been found safe in The Subway earlier this evening. Zion spokesperson David Eaker said a ...
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Third Hiker Missing in Zion
April 19, 2011, No commentsZION NATIONAL PARK – A third hiker is now missing in The Subway area of Zion National Park. Britt Balkcom said he has been in contact with air recovery and ...
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Search Underway for Two Missing Hikers in Zion National Park
April 19, 2011, No commentsZION NATIONAL PARK – Park officials are searching for two hikers who went missing in Zion on Saturday. Park Spokesperson David Eaker said details are still sketchy, but the two ...
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Teen Taken to Hospital after Overdosing on Spice
April 19, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – An 18-year-old male was taken to Dixie Regional Medical Center after accidentally overdosing on Spice. Officer Johnny Heppler said officers were called to Canyon View and Plantation ...
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St. George Man Taken to Hospital with Gunshot Wound after Accidental Shooting
April 19, 2011, 1 CommentST. GEORGE - A St. George man was transported to Dixie Regional Medical Center with non-life threatening injuries early this morning after accidentally shooting himself in the leg with a ...
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St. George Man Arrested for Breaking into Vehicle in Smith’s Parking Lot, Using Stolen Cards
April 18, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – A 27-year-old St. George man was arrested Sunday afternoon after allegedly breaking into a locked vehicle in the Smith’s parking lot and using stolen credit cards to ...
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Ivins Man Arrested for Shooting Handgun in City Limits after Leading Officer into a ‘Slow Pursuit’
April 12, 2011, 1 CommentIVINS – A 23-year-old Ivins man was arrested late last night after firing a 22 handgun in city limits. Sgt. Rich Rogers said an officer noticed the gunfire coming from ...
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Officers Identify Man Found in Gorge Over the Weekend
April 11, 2011, 17 CommentsMOHAVE COUNTY – Officers identified the body of a man who was found in the Virgin River Gorge over the weekend as 39-year-old Chad Mills of St. George. Trish Carter, ...
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Teen Arrested on Felony Charges for Stolen Vehicle
April 11, 2011, No commentsWASHINGTON – Officers arrested an 18-year-old St. George man on felony charges of possession of a stolen vehicle after a concerned resident called police saying a truck was parked in ...
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What Parents Can Do When Their Child is Victim of a Bully
April 4, 2011, No commentsSOUTHERN UTAH – Many parents are concerned over what happens when their children go to school and feel helpless when they find out their children are victims of bullying. Recently, ...
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Drug Bust Nets Nine at Motel 6
April 4, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – Detectives with the Washington County Area Task Force arrested nine people on Sunday after a St. George police officer and a citizen called in to say there ...
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Salt Lake Woman Arrested for Rape of a Child in Springdale
April 4, 2011, No commentsupdated April 4, 2011 12:00 p.m. SPRINGDALE – A Salt Lake City teen was arrested for rape of a child and attempted rape of a child, a first and second ...
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Four-Year-Old Drowns in Pool
March 31, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – A four-year-old boy drowned at his home this evening after helping clean leaves out of the family pool located on Shadow Point Drive. Sgt. Scott Lemmon said ...
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DSC Responds to Concerns Over Commencement Speaker Being LDS President
March 30, 2011, 2 CommentsST. GEORGE – Dixie State College responded today to concerns residents had after DSC announced that President Thomas S. Monson from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints would ...
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‘Religion Has No Place in Public Institutions’ DSC Student Argues After LDS President Announced as Commencement Speaker
March 30, 2011, 17 CommentsST. GEORGE – Dixie State College announced yesterday that President Thomas S. Monson of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints would be this year’s Commencement speaker. The announcement ...
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St. George Woman Arrested for Stealing Checks
March 30, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – A 34-year-old St. George woman was arrested on six third-degree felony charges and multiple misdemeanors after she allegedly stole checks from three different people and used them ...
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UPDATED: Missing Spanish Fork Mom Found Safe
March 30, 2011, No commentsSPANISH FORK - A Spanish Fork mother of two who has been missing since Friday evening was apparently found safe. ABC4 reports that Kim Shields was found with her 20-year-old ...
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Husband of Missing Spanish Fork Mom Gives Details of the Day She Disappeared
March 29, 2011, 5 Commentsupdated March 29, 2011 at 1:37 p.m. SPANISH FORK – After four days of not hearing from his wife, Jacob Shields and his two daughters now feel like they are ...
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Family of Missing Spanish Fork Mom Suspect Foul Play
March 28, 2011, 1 CommentST. GEORGE – Family members of a missing Spanish Fork woman are concerned foul play may be involved in her disappearance. Kim Shields, 34, owner of Leader of the Pack ...
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La Verkin Man Tased by Officers After Assaulting Patrons at Grocery Store
March 28, 2011, 2 CommentsLA VERKIN – A 20-year-old La Verkin man was tased and arrested over the weekend after accosting patrons at Farmer’s Market, as well as showing himself to a young child ...
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Mother of Two Missing Since Friday, Family Searching for Clues
March 28, 2011, 1 Commentupdated March 28, 2011, at 1:08 p.m. ST. GEORGE – A Spanish Fork woman has been missing since Friday and her family members are looking for anyone with information to ...
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Zuckerberg Addresses the Dark Side of Facebook
March 25, 2011, No commentsPROVO - Dressed in jeans and a hooded sweatshirt, Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg addressed the BYU Techonolgy Forum today saying that if he had to do it all over again, ...
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Hatch, Zuckerberg Prepare for BYU Technology Forum
March 25, 2011, No commentsPROVO – In a one-on-one with Sen. Orrin Hatch before the BYU Technology Forum, Hatch described Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg as a good friend who is shy and humble. In ...
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Season for Marijuana Grows to Begin, Law Enforcement Cracking Down on Increasing Number of Farms
March 24, 2011, 1 CommentSOUTHERN UTAH – The U.S. Attorney’s Office, along with the Washington County Sheriff’s Office, Bureau of Land Management, U.S. Forest Service and other local agencies, held a press conference today ...
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UPDATE: Police Barricade Telegraph, 100 East after Child Hit by Truck
March 24, 2011, 2 CommentsWASHINGTON - A young boy was taken to the hospital today after being struck by a truck on the corner of 100 East and Telegraph just after 5 p.m. Sgt. ...
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Avoiding the Wicked Stepmother Role and other Step-Parenting Tips
March 23, 2011, No commentsSOUTHERN UTAH – Many families in Southern Utah are made up of blended families, however when “parenting” is often discussed, the step-parent can be left out of these important conversations. ...
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Man Arrested on Sex Abuse Charges
March 23, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – A 34-year-old St. George man was arrested on felony charges of forcible sex abuse after a 15-year-old girl disclosed she had been inappropriately touched by the man ...
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Masked Men Break Into St. George Home, Assault Owner
March 22, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE - St. George Police are investigating an assault that took place last night when two men broke into the house of a 25-year-old resident and punched him several ...
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St. George Woman Helps Detectives Catch New Gang in Washington County
March 21, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – A St. George woman helped detectives track down the identity of a new gang in Washington County after catching one of the gang members tagging property. Det. ...
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Fighting the No. 1 Killer in Women
March 21, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – Zumba’s Latin Ladies are fighting back against the No. 1 killer in women – heart disease. “Dance From the Heart” is a 90-minute Zumba party with proceeds ...
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Reclaiming Your Life Post Breakup
March 21, 2011, No commentsHave you ever ended a relationship and then wondered “If only I’d…” or “If he could have just…” Or maybe you’re one of those girls that says “This time I ...
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Update: Siblings Apparent Victims of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
March 20, 2011, No commentsUpdated Monday, March 21, 2011 at 9:35 a.m. ST. GEORGE –Two siblings remain in critical condition today at Dixie Regional Medical Center and are being treated for carbon monoxide poisoning. ...
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Man Taken to Hospital After Semi Rolled on I15
March 18, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE -A 25-year-old Washington County man was taken to the hospital in fair condition after the semi-truck he was driving blew a tire, fishtailed and made one complete roll ...
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Spectrum’s Ed Kociela Leaving Utah
March 17, 2011, 2 CommentsST. GEORGE – If Facebook reports are to be believed, The Spectrum’s News Editor Ed Kociela is moving out of Utah and leaving his journalism career with The Spectrum. An ...
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Man Arrested for Sexually Abusing Teen
March 17, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE - Officers arrested a 22-year-old Washington County man yesterday on five counts of unlawful sexual activity with a minor. Troy M. Wellman, 22, was arrested officers investigated allegations ...
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Chalk Art to Cover the Streets of Ivins
March 17, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – A gigantic mural will soon cover the streets of Ivins as the inaugural Kayenta Street Painting Festival comes to town. Kayenta Art Festival Video On April 9-10, ...
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Authorities Search for Missing Pilot
March 16, 2011, No commentsGRAND CANYON – Authorities are searching for a missing pilot near Grand Canyon after the Coconino County Sheriff’s Office contacted the National Park Service about a missing person. Joseph Radford, ...
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Unsolved Cases Will No Longer Go Unnoticed
March 16, 2011, No commentsWASHINGTON COUNTY – The Washington County Sheriff’s Office announced today that a new page on the department’s website will display photographs and information regarding unsolved crimes in the area. “It ...
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Teen Arrested for Running Over Two Girls, Minor Consumption
March 15, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – Officers arrested a 19-year-old Washington City teen for allegedly running over two girls in a parking lot. Officer Johnny Heppler said a 20-year-old and 16-year-old girl were ...
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Police: Residents are Enabling Criminals
March 14, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – Vehicle burglaries continue to rise, but police are seeing another type of crime spike due to the economy – gas siphoning. Sgt. Craig Harding said last week, ...
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Perks! Names New Drink After Habitat for Humanity Manager
March 13, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE - Perks! Espresso & Smoothies created a new drink last week in honor of Tracy Sahleen, Habit for Humanity of Southwest Utah Restore manager. When Sahleen heard a ...
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Las Vegas Residents Arrested for Stealing Big-O Tires
March 10, 2011, 1 CommentST. GEORGE – Three Las Vegas men were arrested this morning around 1:30 a.m. after stealing approximately $7,000 in tires from Big-O Tire on the Boulevard. Sgt. Craig Harding said ...
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Two Arrested after Dry Ice Bomb Hits Police Officer, Family Member
March 10, 2011, 1 CommentST. GEORGE – Two St. George residents were arrested on several felony charges yesterday evening after debris from a dry ice bomb they made hit a police officer and another ...
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Smoke at Olive Garden Sets Off Alarm
March 9, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – Smoke from a heating unit on the roof of Olive Garden sent off fire alarms that brought three trucks from the St. George Fire Department earlier today. ...
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Terri Clark: Unplugged and Intimate
March 9, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – In 1995, Terri Clark was just getting noticed when Billboard Magazine named her “Top New Female Country Artist.” Now, over a decade later, Clark has has skyrocketed ...
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Transparency in Government – Just Not in Utah
March 9, 2011, No comments“Our goal is open and transparent government,” Gov. Gary Herbert was quoted saying in the Deseret News. “I think we should try to be as open as possible,” Rep. Dave ...
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‘Spice’ Topic of City, Police Discussion Tonight
March 8, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE - The City of St. George, the Washington County Area Task Force and the City Attorney’s Office met with the community about the dangers, and the new ban, ...
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Weekly Construction Update March 4
March 4, 2011, No commentsKane County U.S. 89 Guardrail Kanab to Glendale Location: North of Kanab Activity: Construction workers will begin guardrail installation north of Kanab this week. Impact: Isolated single lane closures. Planning ...
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Operation Southern Tempest Nets 14 Gang Members in St. George
March 2, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – St. George gang detectives arrested several illegal immigrants last week in part of a statewide operation called Southern Tempest. Lt. Dave Moss said the gang unit has ...
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Zion Closes Campsites in the Narrows
March 2, 2011, No commentsZION NATIONAL PARK – Park Rangers with Zion National Park announced yesterday that all campsites located in the Narrows are closed until further notice. Rangers believe that backcountry sites were ...
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Tipping the Scales – Is it Willpower or Willingness?
March 2, 2011, No commentsSOUTHERN UTAH – From growing up as the daughter of a forest ranger, to best-selling author, to being a regular on The Today Show, Dian Thomas has just about done ...
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Ivins Detective Tracks Down Suspect Using Footprints
February 28, 2011, No commentsIVINS – An Ivins man was arrested on drug and other charges after a detective with the police department used the suspect’s footprints to locate him. Lt. Jay Randall said ...
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Cigarettes Likely Cause of Home Fire
February 27, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – A series of explosions that attracted the attention of resident’s in St. George and Washington Friday night may have been caused by cigarettes. KSL reported last night ...
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Home of Hot Air Balloon Company Catches Fire
February 25, 2011, 1 Commenthome explosion video click here to watch. Video by Tyler Ames ST. GEORGE – An explosion and loud booms heard this evening throughout St. George and Washington were caused by ...
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Mrs. Utah Speaks Against STAR Act
February 25, 2011, No commentsSALT LAKE CITY – Jenny Bezzant, current Mrs. Utah United States and President of the Utah Lyme Disease Alliance, presented last week on the need for Lyme legislation in Utah. ...
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Retired Attorney Receives Five-Year Prison Sentence for Federal Child Pornography Conviction
February 25, 2011, No commentsSANTA FE—United States Attorney Kenneth J. Gonzales announced that this morning, Chief United States District Judge Bruce D. Black sentenced Robert A. Warren, a 71-year-old retired attorney who resides in ...
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Weekly Construction Update Feb. 25
February 25, 2011, No commentsI-15, Black Ridge to the Iron County Line Contract: W.W. Clyde & Co. Location: Between the Toquerville and New Harmony exits. Activity: * Workers continue laying conduit on the northbound ...
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Man Arrested for Stealing Video Games from Friend’s Home
February 24, 2011, 3 CommentsST. GEORGE – A 20-year-old male from St. George was arrested on second-degree felony charges of theft and criminal mischief after a friend called police saying his video game console, ...
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Alert Neighbors Stop Burglary in Progress
February 24, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – A 27-year-old St. George man was arrested on charges of breaking into a vehicle early this morning. Sgt. Craig Harding said police responded to a burglary in ...
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Four Men Arrested for Assault May Have Ties to Local Gang
February 24, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE - Officers arrested three adults and one juvenile for rioting and assault on Tuesday after the four allegedly beat up an 18-year-old in the street on the east ...
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One Taken to Hospital After Vehicle Rollover on Red Cliffs
February 23, 2011, 1 CommentST. GEORGE - The driver of a Ford SUV was taken to the hospital after her vehicle rolled and landed on it’s top on Red Cliffs Drive earlier this evening. ...
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WBB: Red Storm Stay at No. 12
February 23, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE - After picking up two wins this week at home, the Dixie State College women’s basketball team remained at No. 12 in the Week 14 version of the ...
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Suspect Named in Double Homicide
February 22, 2011, No commentsWASHINGTON CITY – Richard Jones was officially named a suspect in the murder of his wife Michelle and his step son, Owen “Christopher” Ellis, the Washington City Department of Public ...
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Failure to Yield No. 1 Reason for Traffic Accidents in St. George
February 22, 2011, 1 CommentST. GEORGE – A two-vehicle accident just before 8 a.m. this morning slowed traffic to a crawl on Sunset Boulevard. Sgt. Craig Harding said a gray Toyota pickup truck going ...
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City to Hold Free Training on the Dangers of Spice
February 22, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – A new city ordinance in St. George now makes the possession of “Spice” illegal and city officials are hoping to educate the public about the dangers of ...
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Wife, Step Son of Purgatory Worker Found Murdered
February 18, 2011, 4 CommentsWASHINGTON -A family argument led to the death of Michelle Jones, 42, and her 19-year-old son Owen “Christopher” Ellis. Last night around 9 p.m., neighbors heard gunshots and immediately called ...
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Parade of Homes: ‘The Best of the Best’
February 17, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – When going to see this year’s Parade of Homes, attendees will see 26 of “The best of the best,” according to Rick Richardson of Richardson Homes. The ...
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Five Arrested on Drug Charges
February 17, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – Detectives with the Washington County Drug Task Force arrested two Washington County residents on Valentine’s Day for allegedly dealing methamphetamine. Lt. David Moss said investigators had been ...
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Cash for Gold Event to Help Wounded Warrior Project
February 17, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – Perks! Espresso & Smoothies is holding a fundraiser this Saturday for the Wounded Warrior Project. Perks! owner Lori Hanna said the Cash for Gold party is usually ...
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St. George Man Arrested on Sex Offender Registry Charge
February 17, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – Officers arrested a 35-year-old St. George man yesterday evening on a sex offender registry charge. Joel Christopher Best, 600 North 2450 East, St. George, was arrested on ...
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DSC Symphony Presents ‘Transcendent Journey’
February 15, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – The Dixie State College Symphony Band will lead off DSC’s mid-winter concert by presenting “Transcendent Journey” on Tuesday, February 22, at 7:30 p.m., in the Dolores Dore’ ...
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Love In Their Inbox: A True Love Story
February 14, 2011, No commentsSANTA CLARA – Lori, a 42-year-old single mom, spent long days running her chain of local coffee shops, Perks, and trying to convince her teenage son to find his dream ...
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Former DSC President to Address Tuesday’s Forum
February 13, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE - Dr. Robert Huddleston, who served for nearly 12 years as the 15th President of Dixie State College of Utah, will address the next weekly noontime “Dixie Forum: ...
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Grand Victory in Extra Innings
February 13, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – Junior first-baseman Tyson Littlewood broke a 2-2 stalemate in the 10th inning by blasting a grand slam to left field to give the Dixie State baseball team ...
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Marketplace: Fargo’s Thrives After Fire
February 13, 2011, No commentsSANTA CLARA – On June 30 at 1:05 a.m., Jeff Fargo’s business literally went up in flames. After kitchen rags that had not properly been cleaned by the company he ...
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Wall that Saved Ford Dealership Would be Ineffective in Future Floods
February 12, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – A 42-foot deep sheet pile wall that prevented the flooding of the Ford dealership in December, would be ineffective if St. George flooded again. Scott Wascombe with ...
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Changes to Unemployment Benefits Requires Four Weekly Job Contacts
February 10, 2011, No commentsSOUTHERN UTAH – Effective Feb. 20, those who receive unemployment benefits will be required to apply for four jobs each week, as opposed to two. The Department of Workforce Services ...
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Three Arrested for Burglary, Alleged Kidnapping
February 9, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – Officers arrested three St. George residents after a traffic stop led to the investigation of an alleged kidnapping and recent burglary. Officer Johnny Heppler said just before ...
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DSC Women’s Basketball Team Returns Home for Upcoming Game
February 9, 2011, No commentsTHIS WEEK-The #13-ranked Dixie State College of Utah women’s basketball returns home this week for two of five consecutive home game. They welcome on Thursday the Penguins of Dominican University ...
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Crews Mid-Way Through Dixie Drive Interchange
February 8, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – Construction on the new Dixie Drive Interchange is mid-way through the project as crews from Ralph Wadsworth, UDOT, Granite Construction and other crews work on the sub ...
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California Real Estate Executive Pleads Guilty to Bid Rigging at Public Foreclosure Auctions
February 7, 2011, No commentsSACRAMENTO, CALIF. – A real estate executive pleaded guilty today in U.S. District Court in Sacramento, California, to conspiring to rig bids and commit mail fraud at public real estate ...
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Officers Investigate Rape in St. George
February 7, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – Officers are investigating an alleged rape that occured last night around 9 p.m. Officer Johnny Heppler said officers responded to the 100 West block of Diagonal on ...
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Man Arrested for DUI While Driving Daughter to School
February 7, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – Officers arrested a 39-year-old male this morning after he allegedly left the scene of an accident while driving his seven-year-old daughter to school. He was also charged ...
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No Injuries in Home Fire
February 7, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – Gwynn Cantrell, a second grade teacher for the Washington County School District, got the phone call no homeowner wants to receive. The police were informing her that ...
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You’ve Got Mail: Inmates At Purgatory Able To Receive Email
February 3, 2011, No commentsWASHINGTON COUNTY – Inmates at Purgatory Correctional Facility can now send and receive emails. Detective Nate Abbott said the Washington County Sheriff’s Office contracted a new service so that inmates ...
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Jail Officials: No Suspicious Activity In Inmate’s Death
February 3, 2011, No commentsWASHINGTON COUNTY – An investigation into the death of an inmate at Purgatory Correctional Facility yesterday evening is pending an autopsy and toxicology reports, however authorities say they have found ...
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Local Businesses Still Struggling Despite Reports of Recovery
February 3, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – Despite signs of an economic recovery, many businesses in Washington County are still struggling to stay open. This week Quzinos, which was reopened just a few months ...
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New Marathon to be held in Hurricane, Sand Hollow in March
January 24, 2011, No commentsHURRICANE – Red Dog Events has released a brand new course for the inaugural Sand Hollow Marathon to be held March 26 in Hurricane, Utah. With spectacular scenery, amazing local ...
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Education, Medicaid Focus of 2011 Session
January 23, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – Dixie State College’s announcement that it was approved by the Utah Board of Regents for two new four-year degrees came just days before the 2011 General Legislative ...
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Teens Arrested for ‘Car Hopping’
January 18, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – Officers arrested three teens for a string of vehicle burglaries after teens admitted to “car hopping.” Officer Johnny Heppler said officers responded to 100 S and 1300 ...
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Recent Prostitution Sting Nets Mostly Non Residents
January 16, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – Police say that local residents are learning that prostitution will not be tolerated in Washington County after a sting operation last night netted nine males – most ...
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Dixie Direct Expands to Logan
January 13, 2011, No commentsWASHINGTON COUNTY – Now in it’s 14th year, Dixie Direct has expanded to northern Utah. After raising nearly $150,000 for the local community in fundraisers last year, Dixie Direct owner ...
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St. George Airport Grand Opening ‘Historic Day for State’
January 12, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – St. George officials, along with Governor Gary Herbert and Senator Orrin Hatch, kicked off the grand opening ceremonies at the St. George Municipal Airport today with a ...
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Life Flight to Make Appearance at St. George Airport
January 12, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – The new Agusta Life Flight helicopter for Dixie Regional Medical Center will make an appearance today at the grand opening of the replacement St. George Municipal Airport. ...
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Economic Summit: Job Growth Expected
January 12, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – Regional Economist Lecia Langston addressed today’s Washington County Economic Development Council’s Economic Summit by stating that Washington County is behind the rest of the state and the ...
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Officers Investigate Break-In at Panama Grill
January 10, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – Officers are investigating a break-in at Panama Grill in Ancestor Square that caused $5, 000 in damage. Officer Johnny Heppler said citizens reported seeing a broken window when ...
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Officers arrest two on drug charges at Pine View Middle School
January 7, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – Two men were arrested on drug charges after officers approached a suspicious vehicle in the Pine View Middle School parking lot, 100 North and 2145 East around ...
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St. George man charged with damaging officer’s vehicle, attempt to escape
January 5, 2011, No commentsST. GEORGE – Officers arrested a 21-year-old St. George man for kicking the window of a police car, knocking it off its track. Officer Johnny Heppler said around 1:30 a.m. today, ...
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Body of local hiker rescued late this evening in Snow Canyon State Park
January 3, 2011, No commentsWASHINGTON COUNTY – Washington County Search and Rescue was able to retrieve the body of a local hiker who went missing yesterday around 6 p.m. in Snow Canyon State Park. ...
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Washington City officers transported to DRMC after being hit on side of the road
December 30, 2010, No commentsWASHINGTON – Two Washington City police officers were transported to Dixie Regional Medical Center this morning when their patrol car was hit by another vehicle. Public Safey Director Jim Keith said ...
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La Verkin men headed to court on charges of child pornography
December 24, 2010, No commentsLA VERKIN – Two men who were arrested in La Verkin on the same day but in different cases for allegedly possessing child pornography will be heading to court next ...
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Kanab man killed in rollover
December 22, 2010, No commentsWASHINGTON – An adult male was killed on Interstate 15 mile marker 12 early this morning when his van rolled into the median. The victim was previously identified as a resident ...
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Flood update: City asks residents to remove items from basements
December 21, 2010, No commentsWASHINGTON COUNTY – Reports came in this morning from an official with the fire department that Gunlock busted, however Marc Mortensen with the city of St. George said the Gunlock ...
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Flood warning issued for Washington, Kane Counties
December 21, 2010, No commentsST. GEORGE – A flood warning is in effect until Thursday at 3 p.m. in both Washington and Kane Counties. According to the National Weather Service, the flooding is anticipated to ...
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Win a seat on the first flight out of the new St. George airport in the 'What I Love About Dixie' contest
December 18, 2010, No commentsST. GEORGE – Entries are still being accepted for the “What I Love About Dixie” contest. Two grand prize winners will win a seat on board the first flight out ...
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Hurricane to discuss airport options tonight
December 16, 2010, No commentsHURRICANE – A meeting will be held tonight to discuss the possibility of using grants to fix or rebuild the city’s current airport. The meeting will be held at 6 ...
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Aiken may face jury trial
December 15, 2010, No commentsST. GEORGE – Defense attorney Douglas Terry asked Judge Eric Ludlow today to schedule a jury trial in the case of Hurricane man Brady Heber Aiken, 26, who is accused ...
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SAR rescues couple on the Red Mountains
December 12, 2010, No commentsIVINS – Members of the Washington County Search & Rescue High Angle Team, Ivins Fire and Rescue and Washington County Sheriff’s Office used two helicopters to rescue a couple from ...
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Murder victims identified, two men arrested
December 11, 2010, No commentsST. GEORGE – Two men were arrested in connection to this morning’s double homicide. Brandon Perry Smith, 29, was arrested for aggravated murder and aggravated assault. Paul Ashton, 31, was arrested ...
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Washington City Public Safety tests new recruits for fire division
December 10, 2010, No commentsWASHINGTON – Washington City’s Department of Public Safety tested 24 new recruits last week for volunteer positions with the fire division. Out of 24 recruits who took the written examination, 21 ...
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Three vehicles involved in accident near Outlets at Zion, Chili's
December 9, 2010, No commentsST. GEORGE – Three vehicles were involved in a car accident today near the Outlets at Zion when a female driving a vehicle equipped for handicapped access hit two other ...
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Seven arrested after Drug Task Force serves warrant
December 8, 2010, No commentsST. GEORGE – Officers with the Washington County Drug and Gang Task Force made several arrests early this morning after serving a warrant in Washington Fields. Lt. David Moss said officers ...
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Cooper’s Hawk rescued at Walmart
December 6, 2010, No commentsCorrection: Allen Fish from the Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy in Sausalito, Calif., emailed Dixie Press stating the bird rescued at Walmart is a Cooper's Hawk. Cooper's are a crow-sized, ...
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Methadone: A cure or an addiction?
December 4, 2010, No commentsST. GEORGE – Last month, a St. George man was arrested for filing a false police report after officers say the man filled out multiple police reports on different occasions ...
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Saving Toys “R” Us receipts can help a woman battling cervical cancer
December 4, 2010, No commentsHENDERSON, NEV. – Toys “R” Us and Babies “R” Us are working with the Make a Wish Foundation to help cover medical costs for Cortney Hendley of Henderson, Nev., who ...
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Las Vegas man arrested for urinating behind Harmons, not registering as a sex offender
December 2, 2010, No commentsST. GEORGE – Officers arrested a registered sex offender from Las Vegas after someone called to report that the man was urinating behind Harmons and leaving beer cans on the ...
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Two La Verkin men arrested for child pornography
December 2, 2010, No commentsLA VERKIN – Two La Verkin men were arrested on multiple felonies for allegedly downloading child pornography. Chief Lloyd Watkins said he received information from the Internet Crimes Against Children Task ...
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Walk the streets of 19th Century London at Christmastime
December 1, 2010, No commentsST. GEORGE – Those who wanted to know what it was like to walk the streets of 19th Century London during Christmas will have their chance this week at The ...
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St. George man arrested for burglarizing storage shed
November 29, 2010, No commentsST. GEORGE – A 23-year-old St. George man was arrested over the weekend after a man called police saying his storage unit had been broken into. Officer Johnny Heppler said a ...
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Emergeny Alert issued for Washington County as icy roads cause rollovers near Cedar City
November 29, 2010, No commentsWinter weather deceives drivers, I-15 rollovers increase IRON COUNTY – Travelers headed north from St. George may be in for a big surprise today. Signs along Interstate 15 yesterday warned of ...
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Health Department tip leads to sex offense arrest
November 22, 2010, No commentsST. GEORGE – A tip from the Health Department led to the arrest of a 19-year-old male who allegedly had a sexual relationship with a 15-year-old female. Lt. James Van Fleet ...
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Police find ecstasy at teen house party
November 22, 2010, No commentsEditor's note: Although police broke up the party early, they did not find evidence that the ecstasy was meant to be used as a date rape drug, although ecstasy has ...
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Task Force discovers indoor marijuana grow, meth lab
November 20, 2010, 1 CommentST. GEORGE – Officers with the Washington County Drug Task Force discovered evidence of an indoor marijuana grow and equipment for a methamphetamine lab while serving a search warrant Friday ...
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Sylar Newton Foundation to raise money tomorrow for The Dove Center
November 20, 2010, No commentsWASHINGTON – The Sylar Newton Foundation will be holding a fundraiser Saturday, November 20, to benefit The Dove Center. From 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., volunteers will collect donations at the ...
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‘Harry Potter 7′ better than the rest of the series
November 20, 2010, No commentsThese last two weeks I’ve been catching up on all the “Harry Potter” movies so that I would be prepared for part one of the seventh movie. Because I had ...
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Two arrested for smoking ‘spice’
November 17, 2010, No commentsHURRICANE – A 23-year-old male and 18-year-old female, both of St. George, were arrested in Hurricane after allegedly admitting to officers they had smoked “spice.” The male was initially stopped ...
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Man robbed, assaulted on Main Street
November 16, 2010, No commentsST. GEORGE – A 23-year-old man was assaulted and robbed by a group of men yesterday evening in the area of Main Street and Tabernacle. Officer Johnny Heppler stated in ...
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Washington male arrested for assault, stealing prescription medications
November 15, 2010, No commentsWASHINGTON – Officers arrested a 21-year-old Washington male on several charges of assault and interfering with arrest, and one charge of theft. Ed Kantor, law enforcement division chief for Washington City ...
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Woman arrested on 29 counts of violating a protective order
November 15, 2010, No commentsST. GEORGE – A 31-year-old St. George woman was arrested over the weekend on 29 counts of violating a protective order. Officer Johnny Heppler said the woman had a protective order ...
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Officers tase man who threatened co-workers after being fired
November 11, 2010, No commentsST. GEORGE – Officers arrested a 43-year-old St. George man for threatening his co-workers last night after he was fired from Viracon. Officer Johnny Heppler said the man was fired from ...
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Judge grants visitation between man accused of sexual abuse and victim
November 10, 2010, No commentsST. GEORGE – Brady Aiken, 26, was approved visitation yesterday to see the alleged victim that he is accused of sexually abusing. Prosecuting Attorney Ryan Shaum said Judge Eric Ludlow approved ...
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Officers arrest woman in La Verkin for leaving toddler in the street, driving away
November 9, 2010, No commentsLA VERKIN – A 23-year-old female was arrested Friday night after “putting her kid in the street.” Chief Lloyd Watkins said the woman was arguing with her ex-boyfriend when she was ...
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Two adults arrested after two-year-old found in cargo area of U-Haul
November 9, 2010, No commentsHURRICANE – Officers arrested a Wisconsin woman and a man believed to be her son after finding the woman’s two-year-old in the back of a U-Haul in Hurricane. Nancy Perkins, media ...
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Teen arrested after hot-wiring, crashing dad's car
November 8, 2010, No commentsST. GEORGE – Officers arrested an 18-year-old male for allegedly stealing his father’s car and then hitting a parked vehicle. Officer Johnny Heppler said officers responded to a hit and run ...
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Woman charged with harassment for texting two men
November 8, 2010, No commentsST. GEORGE – Police arrested a 29-year-old St. George woman for electronic harassment after two men asked to press charges because she allegedly would not stop texting them. Officer Johnny Heppler ...
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Man who shot at officers booked into Purgatory
November 8, 2010, No commentsST. GEORGE – A St. George man who exchanged gunfire with police on Halloween was released from the hospital and booked into jail today. Robert Bell, 49, was charged with a ...
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Should sex offenders be allowed on Facebook?
November 8, 2010, No commentsThe Dixie Press policy when covering crimes committed by sex offenders who must currently register, is that their full name, age and current and previous known address is always printed ...
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La Verkin couple charged with child endangerment, possession of marijuana
November 5, 2010, No commentsLA VERKIN – A La Verkin couple was arrested for child endangerment after officers discovered their children had access to and allegedly had been allowed to inhale or ingest marijuana. Lt. ...
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Pulsipher: Sheriff’s Office needs to be more involved in the community
November 4, 2010, No commentsWASHINGTON COUNTY – As the newly elected Sheriff, Cory Pulsipher is ready to make changes at the Sheriff’s Office and get more involved with the community. “We’ve got a lot of ...
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Sterling Stitchers donate blankets to police department
November 4, 2010, No commentsST. GEORGE – Thanks to a group of 12 talented women, police officers may be able to help local children going through a crisis situation in a new way. A ...
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The battle for America
November 3, 2010, No commentsUTAH – In possibly one of the most important midterm elections, Republicans are taking full advantage of voter dissatisfaction and sweeping in to take control over the House, though it ...
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La Verkin men charged with cocaine distribution
November 2, 2010, No commentsHURRICANE – Two La Verkin men were arrested in Hurricane on charges of lewdness and cocaine distribution, a first-degree felony. Officers in Hurricane noticed two men urinating at Grandpa’s Pond around ...
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222, 213 prepare for deployment
October 31, 2010, 1 CommentSOUTHERN UTAH – The Triple Deuce received deployment notification on Friday for Alpha, Bravo and Charlie batteries, as well as the 213FSC. The troops will be leaving June 1 for ...
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Police exchange fire with gunman, man hospitalized after being hit in the torso
October 31, 2010, No commentsST. GEORGE – Police officers exchanged gunfire with an adult male around 1 a.m. after responding to a family fight in progress at the Millcreek Cottage Townhomes, 1040 N 1300 ...
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BREAKING NEWS: Neighbor heard 10 shots fired
October 31, 2010, No commentsST. GEORGE – Officers have evacuated a St. George neighborhood in the area of 1040 N and 1300 West, and set up a command post after shots were fired at ...
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Detectives arrest eight on drug charges
October 29, 2010, No commentsST. GEORGE – Detectives with the Washington County Drug and Gang Task Force arrested eight people in two separate cases on drug charges. Lt. David Moss said detectives received information that ...
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La Verkin man charged with sodomy, rape of ex girlfriend
October 29, 2010, No commentsLA VERKIN – A La Verkin man was arrested yesterday on charges of forcible sodomy, aggravated assault and rape after his ex girlfriend filed a protective order against him. Chief Lloyd ...
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Three Idaho residents arrested on felony drug charges in Hurricane
October 26, 2010, No commentsHURRICANE – Hurricane officers arrested two men and one female from Idaho Falls, Idaho, who were allegedly in the area with the intent to distribute methamphetamine. Thirty-year-old Lynn Briggs, 29-year-old Jessica ...
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Las Vegas man arrested in St. George for theft, burglary
October 26, 2010, No commentsST. GEORGE – St. George police officers arrested a Las Vegas man who was allegedly pawning stolen property in St. George. Capt. James Van Fleet said Las Vegas metro tipped off ...
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Hot Shot Model finalists announced
October 26, 2010, No commentsST. GEORGE – Thirteen finalists have made it the second round of the Hot Shot Model Search. The finalists were announced yesterday on the Hot Shot website, http://www.hotshotimages.biz/model/. "We are ...
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Latest media technology showcased at Vegas expo
October 25, 2010, No commentsLAS VEGAS – Hundreds of bloggers, freelance writers and anyone interested in “new media” converged on Sin City last week to get into the 3-day BlogWorld Media Expo, and see ...
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Honoring fallen heroes
October 24, 2010, No comments“My job was to take care of the wounded, and their job was to take care of me.” John “Doc” Henyan of Illinois, a medic in the U.S. Army A Company ...
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Brothers arrested on drug, weapon charges
October 23, 2010, No commentsST. GEORGE – St. George police officers arrested two brothers from Salt Lake City on drug and weapons charges last night at the Bluff Street Park. Capt. James Van Fleet said ...
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Officers arrest male on spice charges
October 23, 2010, No commentsST. GEORGE – St. George officers arrested an adult male early this morning for ingesting spice. Capt. James Van Fleet said officers were called to a noise complaint on Aztec drive ...
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Teen charged with assault after threatening officers
October 20, 2010, No commentsST. GEORGE – A 19-year-old female from California was arrested last night after allegedly threatening her mother’s life. Officer Johnny Heppler said the teen’s mom called police after her daughter allegedly ...
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Female stabbed during arguement
October 20, 2010, No commentsST. GEORGE – A female was taken to Dixie Regional Medical Center by ambulance after an altercation with another female that left her with a stab wound late last night. Officer ...
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Don’t miss the red carpet event
October 20, 2010, No commentsRachel’s Coffee in Washington is the hottest place to be tonight as Dixie Press hosts the inaugural red carpet event. Dixie Press, Southern Utah’s newest local newspaper, will be hosting ...
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Detectives investigate female for fraud
October 18, 2010, No commentsST. GEORGE – Detectives are investigating a Washington County resident who allegedly stole mail from resident’s mailboxes and then used their bank account numbers to steal money. Detective Choli Ence said ...
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Four arrested on drug charges
October 15, 2010, No commentsST. GEORGE – Four Washington County residents were arrested last night on varies charges of possession of heroine and cocaine. Lt. David Moss of the Washington County Drug and Task Force ...
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The Rebels are back
October 14, 2010, No commentsST. GEORGE – St. George’s semi-professional football team is gearing up for the new season with an upcoming fundraiser, new owners and a new name that will create some old ...
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Lightning victim able to walk, check Facebook
October 13, 2010, No commentsEditor's Note: The Dixie Press reported earlier that Christopher Dane Zdunich was released from the hospital, as reported by Associated Press writer Oskar Garcia. Dixie Press has been unable to ...
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Nine arrested, cited after running from cops in St. George
October 12, 2010, No commentsST. GEORGE – Officers with the St. George Police Department arrested or issued citations to at least nine individuals after breaking up a house party that was allegedly providing alcohol ...
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Nine arrested, cited after running from cops in St. George
October 12, 2010, No commentsST. GEORGE – Officers with the St. George Police Department arrested or issued citations to at least nine individuals after breaking up a house party that was allegedly providing alcohol ...
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Three arrested in St. George on prostitution charges
October 11, 2010, No commentsST. GEORGE – Two Las Vegas residents and one Washington City resident were arrested this weekend after detectives learned that a female was working as a prostitute, allegedly operating out ...
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No injuries in Washington rollover
October 11, 2010, No commentsWASHINGTON – The driver of a truck was uninjured after the trailer he was pulling fishtailed and forced both the trailer and the truck to roll over on Telegraph this ...
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Washington County detectives seize drugs, $35,000 in cash
October 11, 2010, No commentsKOLOB – Detectives with the Washington County Drug and Gang Task Force seized $35,000 in cash yesterday after a park ranger detained a vacationer for allegedly carrying marijuana. Lt. David Moss ...
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‘Beating the Odds:’ Teens making quick recovery from lightning strike
October 8, 2010, No commentsSnow Canyon High School students, Christopher “Dane” Zdunich and Alex Lambson, are recovering quicker than family members expected, according to a blog the family set up to keep friends updated ...
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One teen conscious, fundraising efforts begin at high school for teens hit by lightning
October 6, 2010, No commentsST. GEORGE – Support for two Snow Canyon High School students hit by lightning yesterday have flooded websites like Facebook since the accident. Friends, strangers, neighbors and classmates are trying ...
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Teens still listed in critical condition
October 5, 2010, No commentsST. GEORGE – A junior and senior at Snow Canyon High School were critically injured after being hit by lightning this afternoon. At 8:15 p.m., a representative from the University ...
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Minor injuries reported in head-on collision, one driver cited
October 5, 2010, No commentsWASHINGTON – A teenager suffered minor injuries after a two-vehicle head-on collision last night under the off ramp on exit 10. A 17-year-old female told officers she had soreness in her ...
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Sex offender arrested in St. George
October 5, 2010, No commentsST. GEORGE – A sex offender was arrested earlier today after officers from the Washington County Sheriff’s office were called to a home on an unrelated incident. While there, officers made ...
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Suspected bank robber may face additional charges
September 24, 2010, No commentsST.GEORGE – Suspected bank robber Aldo Sanchez, 20, may face additional charges after officers at the Washington County Jail discovered Sanchez was using a false identity after being arrested on ...
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Task force arrests suspected drug dealer
September 24, 2010, No commentsST. GEORGE – Detectives with the Washington County Drug and Gang Task Force removed a suspected drug dealer from the streets Thursday evening. Jesus Palazuelos Guadalupe, 26, was arrested from his ...
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Two arrested in armed robbery
September 22, 2010, No commentsUPDATED ST. GEORGE – St. George police arrested two suspects for armed bank robbery after Beehive Credit Union was robbed at gunpoint earlier this afternoon. Kristopher Kenneth Johnson, 20, from ...
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Police arrest two from Nevada in armed bank robbery
September 22, 2010, No commentsST. GEORGE – St. George police arrested two suspects for armed bank robbery after Beehive Credit Union was robbed at gunpoint earlier this afternoon. Kristopher Kenneth Johnson, 20, from Henderson, ...
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Hurricane Tigers steal the Thunder
September 22, 2010, No commentsST. GEORGE – In an epic five-game battle at Desert Hills Tuesday night, the Tigers came from behind to beat the Thunder. The first set was won handily by the ...
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One dead in two-vehicle accident
September 19, 2010, No commentsWhile the cause of last nights fatal accident is still unknown according to Arizona DPS, it was confirmed that the first vehicle struck the median and rolled several times after ...
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Officers release name of man killed in vehicle accident
September 19, 2010, No commentsOfficers are investigating an accident that occurred just after 9 p.m. last night in The Gorge that killed a man from Nevada. John West Samford, 70, died after his ...
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Stevenson ready to lead Red Storm against Humboldt State tonight
September 19, 2010, No commentsST. GEORGE – Dixie State College freshman Cody Stevenson didn't realize that only three games into the football season he would have moved from third string to starting quarterback. But ...
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Suspected cop killer arrested without incident
September 19, 2010, No commentsKANAB – Suspected cop killer Scott Curley was arrested late last night in Kanab after police searched for four days after Curley allegedly shot and killed Kane County sheriff deputy ...
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Biggest Eric Dodge Fan winner to receive tickets to Eric Dodge, Western Underground concert
September 19, 2010, No commentsST. GEORGE – As part of the Dixie Round Up Rodeo kickoff, country music sensation Eric Dodge will open for Chris LeDoux's Western Underground in a special tribute concert. ...
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