1+ hour, 19+ min ago  (352+ words) A view of quagga mussels on the shoreline and other invasive species that could ride attach to a boat or trailer, date not specified, Lake Powell, Utah. The weather is warming up, making this a great time to get the…...

1+ week, 3+ day ago  (605+ words) Gov. Spencer Cox speaks with geothermal technology executives and Western Governor's Association officials after announcing the Mountain West Geothermal Consortium, location not specified, May 20, 2026." With a newly established Mountain West Geothermal Consortium, Utah, Colorado, Arizona and New Mexico are joining…...

1+ week, 6+ day ago  (844+ words) Each year, aphids gather on Southern Utah's plants, potentially causing damage to leaves and stems. Still, one popular predator keeps these insects at bay. "Perhaps the most well-known garden hero is the lady beetle,"the Red Butte Garden & Arboretum states....

8+ mon, 1+ week ago  (587+ words) Washington County is taking a consolidated approach to protecting its water future with the Washington County Water Conservancy District board's approval of a regional conservation plan earlier this month. The move is seen as a way to save money, time…...

2+ week, 1+ day ago  (877+ words) Water levels at Washington County's main reservoirs are near or over 100% of their storage capacity thanks to two back-to-back winters with above average snowpack. A report from the Natural Resources Conservation Service paints a positive picture for the state's water…...

2+ week, 2+ day ago  (670+ words) Don't let this invasive ankle-biter ruin your summer fun. Aedes aegypti is an invasive mosquito found in Washington County. According to the Southwest Mosquito Abatement & Control District, crews have been inspecting and treating affected areas and working to trap the…...

2+ week, 3+ day ago  (656+ words) Red Cliffs Desert Reserve's Mojave desert tortoise, Goliath, attends the painting of a tortoise mural on the wall of the Station 2 Bar by Zion Brewery, St. George, Utah, June 11, 2024. Conservation groups recently added an amendment to their lawsuit over the…...

2+ week, 6+ day ago  (185+ words) The Dixie National Forest is now issuing fuelwood permits online." Permits are valid through Dec. 31 and may be purchased online anytime by visiting the"Dixie National Forest e-permit website"or in-person at your nearest District Ranger Office." Clouds pass over…...

3+ week, 1+ day ago  (935+ words) A informational map shows Lake Mead at a higher water level than its current level, Boulder City, Nevada, April 1, 2026. Granite Camp is a popular site along the Colorado River, Arizona, date not specified." Absent a longer term deal on how…...

3+ week, 3+ day ago  (521+ words) The grass continues to grow, the pond is dug and the eagles are nesting at Cedar City's in-progress Iron West Park." Anthony Pearson, division head of Parks and Outdoor Facilities, shared updates about the upcoming park at a recent Cedar…...