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Yahoo
3 days ago
- Climate
- Yahoo
Monsoon moisture lingers before drying out this weekend
SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) — Happy Weekend, Utah! There's a few storms today with gradual drying expected for Sunday. This weekend will start off with lingering monsoon moisture before a drier airmass takes over. On Saturday thunderstorms will still be around, but mainly in higher terrain. The Wasatch Front could see a storm pop up, but nothing too significant. There isn't as much moisture for the storms to tap into, so what rain we do see shouldn't cause too many problems. Flash flooding will be 'Possible' for Bryce Canyon National Park, Capitol Reef National Park, and the San Rafael Swell, but not as high as it has been the past couple days. Things continue drying out into Sunday with only a couple showers possible in the northeast corner of the state. A bit of lingering moisture will bring a mix of sun and clouds, but precipitation does not look very likely in valleys. Temperatures will be in the low to mid 90s for most valleys, upper 70s to mid 80s for higher terrain, and upper 90s to low 100s for the typically warmer spots. There won't be a whole lot of variation in temperatures from this weekend and into next week, which means we're expecting fairly seasonable temperatures for at least the next few days. On Monday the dry airmass will still be in place and winds are expected to pick up. That's not a great combination for fire danger, which could become critical to start the workweek. The bottom line? A few more thunderstorms on deck to start the weekend, but drier air is moving in. We'll keep you updated in our 4Warn Weather forecast both on-air and online, we are Good4Utah! Latest headlines: Rock slide near Bell's Canyon, authorities responding Congress approves public media and foreign aid cuts: What to know Tony Hawk's Vert Alert: Skateboarding legend hosts free event at U of U Monsoon moisture lingers before drying out this weekend Republicans eye efforts to quiet Epstein uproar but can't quash it Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Solve the daily Crossword
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Travel + Leisure
08-07-2025
- Travel + Leisure
The 5 Best Resorts in Utah of 2025
From the towering hoodoos of Bryce Canyon National Park to sweeping Bonneville salt flats, Utah's dramatic scenery draws travelers who want to take full advantage of their surroundings. The best resorts in the state maximize their guests' experience with thoughtfully designed accommodations and programming that puts nature at the forefront, no matter the season. So whether you want to stare at the Milky Way from a hot tub or go fly fishing in the Provo River, you can rest assured your stay will be as unforgettable as the setting itself. Every year for our World's Best Awards survey, T+L asks readers to weigh in on travel experiences around the globe — to share their opinions on the top hotels, resorts, cities, islands, cruise ships, spas, airlines, and more. Nearly 180,000 T+L readers completed the 2025 survey. A total of more than 657,000 votes were cast across over 8,700 properties (hotels, cities, cruise lines, etc.). Hotels were classified as either resort hotel, city hotel, inn, or safari lodge based on their location and amenities, and they were specifically rated on the criteria below: Rooms/facilities Location Service Food Value For each characteristic, respondents could choose a rating of excellent, above average, average, below average, or poor. The final scores are averages of these responses. Scenic view from the outdoor pool at Goldener Hirsch, Auberge Resorts Collection. Auberge Resorts Collection T+L readers want to immerse themselves in Utah's natural beauty without sacrificing access to creature comforts. Four out of five properties on this year's list are sophisticated resorts in and around Park City. The well-appointed St. Regis Deer Valley (No. 5) capitalizes on its proximity to the rugged Wasatch Mountains with a year-round slate of activities, including snowshoeing in winter and horseback riding in the spring and summer. 'We had mountain bikes, and the staff took such good care of the truck and the bikes,' recalls one reader. The outlier on this year's list? Ofland Escalante (No. 4), a stylish glamping option situated five hours south of Park City between Grand Staircase–Escalante National Monument and Capitol Reef National Park. The mix of cabins, tiny homes, vintage airstreams, and campsites caters to a wide range of travelers, who take full advantage of shared amenities like a pool and firepits. One T+L reader raved about their stay in an 'immaculate' tiny cabin: 'We had one of the best meals of the trip at the food truck on-site, but they have grilling packs and grab-and-go meals as well. Their 'drive-in' movie theater with classic cars and great movies is unique, fun, and nostalgic. We watched 'The Goonies' under the stars in a vintage golf cart while eating popcorn and listening to the sounds of the desert.' In the end, though, there was no beating a refined mountain escape that reclaimed the No. 1 ranking it last won in 2023. Goldener Hirsch, Auberge Resorts Collection: Park City, Utah Interior of a suite at Goldener Hirsch, Auberge Resorts Collection. Auberge Resorts Collection A Deer Valley fixture since 1992, this resort deftly straddles the line between classic and contemporary. The 18 rooms and suites in its original chalet invoke the charm of traditional Austrian inns with antique bric-a-brac and painted-wood furniture, while 50 multi-bedroom residences channel a sleeker aesthetic with marble fireplaces, tricked-out chef's kitchens, and floor-to-ceiling windows. That finely tuned balance is just one of the things T+L readers appreciate. 'This hotel is unique and charming,' writes one WBA voter. 'It has an amazing history, but also is modern. The restaurant is terrific, and the staff is on point. I would highly recommend.' Dialed-in experiences—an Auberge hallmark—tap into Utah's pristine landscape, including river rafting, horseback riding, and snow tubing. For those who prefer to stay on-site, there are recovery-oriented workout classes (to ease ski- or hike-weary muscles) and a pretzel-making workshop that nods to the hotel's Bavarian influences. 1. Goldener Hirsch, Auberge Resorts Collection: Park City, Utah Reader Score: 94.33 2. Stein Eriksen Lodge Deer Valley: Park City, Utah Reader Score: 94.32 3. The Lodge at Blue Sky, Auberge Resorts Collection: Park City, Utah Reader Score: 93.89 4. Ofland Escalante: Escalante, Utah Reader Score: 93.56 5. The St. Regis Deer Valley: Park City, Utah Reader Score: 91.56
Yahoo
29-06-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Hundreds of firefighters continue battling Forsyth, France Canyon fires
Two wildfires in southern Utah are continuing to grow, while hundreds of firefighters are working to contain the fires and keep them from spreading through nearby recreational areas. The France Canyon Fire near Bryce Canyon National Park now covers 32,504 acres — growing almost as large as the Yellow Lake Fire, Utah's largest in 2024. Officials said the fire is now 15% contained, and has a total of 760 people working to control it. On Friday, fire crews completed a successful tactical firing operation on the south side of Proctor Canyon, and officials said Saturday they hope to do the same on the north side of the canyon. They are also working to bring the area near the Hillsdale community into full containment, and assessing the possibility of interior firing operations southwest of a reservoir. The update said the weather Saturday will be warm, dry and sunny, and although a monsoonal surge is expected early next week, the chance of rain is still low and precipitation is not expected. The Utah Department of Natural Resources captured almost 100 cutthroat trout from Blubber Creek which will be temporarily transported to a Fountain Green fish hatchery. Bryce Canyon National Park is still open, although smoke in the area is expected, so officials encouraged monitoring air quality conditions with the fire and smoke map. National Forest System lands in that area south of state Route 12 are closed with the exception of a few trails and campgrounds. Officials encouraged people to use extra caution when walking or driving in areas near the fire, noting that traffic control measures are in place to manage increased activity. The Forsyth Fire in Pine Valley, which has already destroyed 14 homes, is now 11,642 acres large and 22% contained. Winds of up to 20mph aligning with the slopes are expected Saturday which could lead to growth in the fire. The Washington County website shows that although residents were cleared to go home on Friday, evacuations are currently ordered in Pine Valley, Grass Valley and Gray's Ranch, while the Pinto area is asked to be ready to evacuate and have a plan for where to go. A crew of 682 people is fighting the Forsyth Fire, and have contained areas south, northeast and west of the Pine Valley community and from Water Canyon to the fire's north point. The crews are identifying areas where the fire can be held at natural barriers and areas where they can safely engage with the fire. Officials have said the fire started due to lightning. Like the France Canyon area, storms are expected early next week but will likely come with winds and dry lighting and only have a slight change of wet rain that would help the crews fight the fires.
Forbes
16-06-2025
- General
- Forbes
Pilot Adopts Cat She Rescued After 380-Foot Fall In National Park
Pilot Chelsea Tugaw holds Mirage, a senior cat who survived a 380-foot fall in a soft-sided carrier ... More in Bryce Canyon National Park. A senior cat who survived a nearly 400-foot plunge that killed her owners in Bryce Canyon National Park has a second chance at life thanks to the rescue pilot who flew her to safety. Air Force veteran Chelsea Tugaw, a search and rescue helicopter pilot with the Utah Department of Public Safety's Aero Bureau, first met the remarkable cat on April 30 during a mission to recover the bodies of a couple found by hikers beneath Inspiration Point. She and her team responded to a call from the Garfield County Sheriff's Office. 'Due to the nature of the terrain, they needed our assistance with the recovery efforts,' she said. 'As part of that, they wanted us to go collect what they saw was a backpack on the hillside. So we hoisted my rescue specialist in and he relayed to us at that time it was actually a cat and a cat carrier.' Back on the chopper, he told the crew that the cat in the soft-sided carrier was alive – a welcome surprise for everyone on board. 'I can't tell you how many missions we've been on, but it's definitely the first one where we've flown a cat,' Tugaw said. 'She seemed like maybe she was in shock. She was very quiet. She didn't make any noise at all. So I figured she probably had some pretty extensive injuries from a fall like that.' A veterinary team at Best Friends Animal Sanctuary X-rays Mirage after her rescue from Bryce Canyon ... More National Park in Utah. Once on the ground, the cat went to Utah's Best Friends Animal Sanctuary in Kanab for veterinary care, where the staff named her Mirage because surviving the fall seemed unreal. The veterinary team discovered Mirage suffered broken ribs and teeth and required special care in Las Vegas for fluid around her heart. Tugaw followed Mirage's recovery with more than a passing interest. Soon after the rescue, she'd told Best Friends that she'd like to adopt Mirage if the family of the deceased couple approved — which they unequivocally did. So on May 19, Tugaw drove for nearly six hours to reunite with Mirage and adopt her. 'That was the first time I'd seen her since the rescue, so it was really fun to see her personality come out,' she said. 'She was really outgoing and cuddly and wanting to purr. Just kind of acting like a typical older cat where she was wanting to take a nap.' Pilot Chelsea Tugaw cradles Mirage, aka Mira, at home in Ogden, Utah. Now Mirage — nicknamed 'Mira' — is adapting to her new home with Tugaw's family, which includes her husband, their two cats and a German shepherd named Xerxes. While Mira remains a tad leery of the dog, the 12-year-old cat is getting along well with her new feline siblings, Max and Milo. She seems enamored with her forever family. 'Mira loves to cuddle. She'll come and sit on our laps and purr all the time,' Tugaw said. 'She's very much a people cat. So it's been good.' For her part, Tugaw loves that Mira purrs and cuddles so much. 'It's the cutest thing when I'll be laying in bed and she'll want to crawl under the sheets and just curl up next to me to sleep,' she said. Mira loves cuddles and purrs often. Tugaw hopes Mira's story inspires people to be more open to adopting older pets. She noted that senior pets at animal shelters across the country are often 'skipped over,' and wishes they'd be offered a second chance at a life outside of a shelter. 'I hope it inspires people to reconsider because they're just the most lovable pets. And a lot of times you can find an elderly animal that's already been trained,' she said. 'I'm glad Mira was able to come home with me, and I hope that she gets to spend a nice, relaxing rest of her life in our home.'
Yahoo
08-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Local boy competing in national Jr. Ranger program
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) — Eleven-year-old Brycen White's love of nature could result in $20,000 for college, thanks to the Jr. Ranger program, hosted by TV host and biologist Jeff Corwin. Brycen and his mother, Becky, live near Helena, and Brycen's sister entered him in the nationwide contest that emphasizes a love of nature and conservation. Brycen said his mom got pictures of him doing what he loves to do in his spare time: watching animals in the wild. I've always liked wildlife," Brycen said. "I like catching stuff and releasing them. I haven't ever caught a fish without releasing it, and I don't ever hurt anything, either." The photo that got the attention of the contest judges is Brycen standing with a wild turkey. His mom, Becky, also took a photo of him looking out at a scenic view at Bryce Canyon National Park in Utah. She said she grew up around nature in Kansas and has tried to pass on her love and respect for nature to Brycen and his siblings. "I believe it's important to spend time outdoors enjoying nature and learning about things in nature," Becky said. "I also remind my kids to leave a site nicer than when you entered it." She added, the Jr. Ranger program is ideal for Brycen, since he spends more time outside than around electronics, another value she has tried to instill. "He's always out there catching something — birds, fish, turtles — anything that he can grab," Becky said. "He really enjoys his time outside." Brycen said he is excited about the possibilities of winning the contest. Several rounds of voting culminate in a final round that runs from July 18-24. "They want you to help wildlife," Brycen said. "And the $20,000 would help with college. He added, the winner also appears in the Ranger Rick magazine and has the opportunity to meet Jeff Corwin. For Brycen, though, the contest goes along with his larger goals, which include working in nature as a ranger or a conservation agent in the future. Voting is open for the Jr. Ranger program at
