KPCW Local News Hour

The show starts with an update on backcountry conditions from the Utah Avalanche Center, then Summit County Manager Shayne Scott previews the agenda for Wednesday's county council meeting, KUER reporter Hugo Rikard-Bell has a status update on bills moving through the 2026 legislative session and PRO Skijor co-founder Brian Gardner previews the Frontier Finals, professional skijoring's championship tournament in Kamas Feb. 28-March 1.

We get the latest from the Utah Avalanche Center Report on the 60 slides and several fatalities over the past week, Lt. Alan Siddoway, who leads Summit County's Search & Rescue team shares his tips for safe recreation in the backcountry, the Park City Chamber Bureau's Vice President of Sales and Marketing Dan Howard has a look at the mixed impact the slow start to winter has had on tourism and Park City Ski and Snowboard's Director of Operations Jackie Wilkinson and board member Ellen Hall Adams highlight PCSS grads at the 2026 Winter Games in Italy and give an update on the organization's search for a new executive director.

Get the latest on backcountry risks from the Utah Avalanche Center forecast, USA Bobsled/Skeleton CEO Aron McGuire has an Olympic medals update, Park City Intermountain Health doctor talks about the risks of hear disease for women and local ultra marathoner Matt Garretson previews the 1,000 mile Iditarod Trail Invitational in Alaska he'll compete in starting Sunday (34:49

Utah Avalanche Center forecast, Utah Olympic Legacy Foundation CEO Colin Hilton calls in from Italy with his impression of the Milan-Cortina games, Heber City watches tax bills under consideration in 2026 legislative session, Snow Survey Supervisor Jordan Clayton has an outlook of the state's water supply with the new snow and Peruvian Filmmaker Augusto Zegarra shares details on his film "Runa Simi" which premiered at Tribeca and screens Feb. 19 at the Jim Santy Auditorium.

As snow comes down in buckets, the Utah Avalanche Center updates the backcountry forecast, University of Utah atmospheric sciences professor Dr. Kevin Perry discusses a new study of dust control options for the drying Great Salt Lake, Heber City Mayor Heidi Franco talks about early plans for the 2034 Winter Games and the Newcomers Club of Greater Park City leaders share their plans for the club's 30th anniversary party.

Get the latest from the Utah Avalanche Center on backcountry warnings now that there's fresh snow, then Wasatch County Manager Dustin Grabau previews this week's council meeting, including more on the Heber Valley bypass EIS and a $45 million lease revenue bond to pay for courthouse renovation debt, an update from KUER government reporter Sean Higgins on bills progressing on Capitol Hall and Recycle Utah's Executive Director Andy Hecht and Director of Education Chelsea Hafer have the latest on plans for a new center.

the latest on backcountry conditions and a warning head of an expected snow storm, a previews of plans for a news Kimball Arts Center from Executive Director Aldy Milliken and Youth Sports Alliance Executive Director Emily Fisher talks about current winter programs and the 41 Olympic athletes competing under the Park City Nation banner. Finally, Park City Recreation's Ken Fisher and Jessica Moran provide a progress report on construction projects, including the Mine building and the $10 million pool renovations and preview key registration dates for summer day camps.

First up is a backcountry forecast from the Utah Avalanche Center, then Park City councilmember and Bill Ciraco talks about his self-funded trip to Italy to get ideas for Park City's 2034 Olympic planning efforts. Then KPCW's own Connor Thomas talks about jury selection in the Kouri Richins trial and what to expect once the proceedings get underway Feb. 23. The hour wraps with the Byrne Family Foundation's Trust director Heather Koopman and PC Gardens/EATS Executive Director Helen Nadel with a discussion how the garden's use its foundation Fast Track grants.

First we get the latest from the Utah Avalanche Center on backcountry conditions, then the Park City Museum Director Morgan Pierce has details on a new Smithsonian affiliation and the perks museum members. That's followed by Park City Film Executive Director Katy Wang's reflections on the end of the Sundance Film Festival and plans to add 70 screenings at the Jim Santy and Tom Kelly, the 2034 Olympics spokesman, has an update on what Utah's delegation of state and local leaders are learning from their trip to the 2026 Milan Cortina Games in Italy.

We begin with the Utah Avalanche Center forecast as snow falls in the Wasatch Back and then hear from Capt. Nicholas Fricchione about the 2026's 90-pound Rucksack Challenge's debut at Park City Mountain. The event honors the U.S. Army's 10th Mountain Division. That's followed by Alf Engen Ski Museum Director Annie Bommer and Swaner EcoCenter & Preserve's Director of Visitor Experience & Exhibits Hunter Klingensmith preview of the upcoming "Ski with a Scientist" event, well has a preview of the upcoming Ski-a-Thon fundraiser from the National Ability Center CEO Willie Ford and Park City Mountain's VP of Mountain Operations Chris Ingham and finish out the hour Heber Valley Chamber Public Relations Manager Jessica Turner who previews a full slate of February events, from truffle-making and wine trains to cross country competitions at Soldier Hollow.

First we get the latest on the backcountry from the Utah Avalanche Center, then Summit County Manager Shayne Scott talks about his upcoming trip to Italy to learn about the operational aspects of the 2026 Olympics. Then KUER Hugo Rikard-Bell gives and update on the bills moving through the legislative session, including a new Constitutional Court and juvenile justice sentencing reforms. That's followed by Christian Center of Park City Executive Director Steve Richardson and his wife Emily Richardson, a counselor at the Wellness center with an update on programs and marriage counseling options.

The show begins with an update from Summit County Health Department Director Phil Bondurant on an immigration-related health care bill proposal from lawmakers, a rise in measles vaccinations and the good news in the SHARP survey results. Then, Park City Sister City Association board members Tina Quayle and Karri Walzer,, along with student Maizy Binger talk about the upcoming student cultural exchange in Courchevel, France, and finally, Park City Education Foundation leaders discuss preschool openings, $175K in student scholarships and the streamlining of its key initiatives.

Friday Local News Hour Host Roger Goldman speaks to Summit County Democratic Party chair Anne Kirvan about the 2026 legislative session, the party's lack of statewide representation and previews the upcoming March caucus meetings. Then Summit County Republican Leader Ari Ioannides promotes the annual Lincoln Day luncheon and previews the March 17 caucus meetings, where delegates to the annual GOP conventions are picked. The hour wraps with, Jewish Family Service Executive Director Melissa Zimmerman who discusses expanding its services to Medicaid clients

The latest Utah Avalanche Center forecast, Summit County Council Member Roger Armstrong recaps Wednesday night's council meeting, Wasatch details plans for new emergency services grant and 2026 legislative proposals that could impact the county, an overview of Tourism Day on Capitol Hill with Natalie Randall from the Utah Office of Tourism and Film and an update on the Utah Olympic Park's plans for opening ceremony watch party and other events during the 2026 Winter Games.

The latest Utah Avalanche Center forecast, Summit County Community Development Director Peter Barnes has an update on development projects throughout the county, Park City Councilmember Tana Toly recaps Tuesday's council meeting and founder of Roots Transition Kami Black shares details on a February 9 presentation at the Park City Library about teens and mental health.

The latest Utah Avalanche Center forecast, Dakota Pacific development makes room for gondola in Kimball Junction, Lindsey Vonn injury update, Wasatch County Manager Dustin Grabau previews this week's county council meeting, KUER government reporter Sean Higgins shares an update on key issues during this year's legislative session and CEO of Summit Land Conservancy Cheryl Fox discusses open space issues.

The latest Utah Avalanche Center forecast, Amy Redford shares father's story in stand against Trump immigration policies at Sundance, acting City Manager Jodi Emery and Deputy City Manager Heather Sneddon preview this week's city council meeting, Heber City Public Information Officer Ryan Bunnell previews Tuesday's city council meeting and a winter sports update with Beyond the Podium's Chris Needham and Olympian Hunter Hess.

Utah Avalanche Center forecast, Wasatch County residents pack public hearing to comment on bypass, Park City Police Chief Wade Carpenter and Captain Rob McKinney talk about the challenges of policing during the Sundance Film Festival, Nordic Combined USA Developmental Coach Michael Ward and board member and Olympian Taylor Fletcher talk about efforts to make women's Nordic combined an Olympic sport and Summit County Deputy Manager Janna Young and Solid Waste Superintendent Tim Loveday discuss changes to Summit County's solid waste master plan.

Utah Avalanche Center forecast, Park City skier qualifies for 2026 Olympics after year-long recovery, Summit County Councilmember Chris Robinson recaps Wednesday's meeting, Utah governor calls on residents to pray for snow amid dry winter, Utah Geological Survey geologist Adam Hiscock on fault lines and earthquakes in the Wasatch Back and PC/SC Arts Council Executive Director Jocelyn Scudder discusses a new county-wide arts plan and previews this month's gallery stroll on Friday night.

Utah Avalanche Center forecast, Park City Mountain seeks to upgrade two chairlifts for second time, Utah 2034 spokesman Tom Kelly with a preview of his trip to the 2026 Winter Games, Ivory Homes looks to form new town in Browns Canyon area, UDOT begins work in Wasatch County to improve rural internet, Deputy Director of the Alliance for a Better Utah Chase Thomas on the organization's mission and their role at during the legislative session, "Cookie Queens" premiere highlights cutthroat world of Girl Scout cookie sales and the power of Redford's legacy, Park City Senior Center Executive Director Trason Dixon and board member Craig Weakley share the latest plans for the new center, US sending ICE unit to Winter Olympics for security prompting concern and confusion in Italy and Longtime festivalgoers say final Utah Sundance may also be their last.

Utah Avalanche Center Report, Utah governor vows to defy the environmental odds at "The Lake" screening, Summit County Manager Shayne Scott previews the agenda for Wednesday's county council meeting, KUER government reporter Hugo Rikard- Bell discusses several key legislative issues, Founder of TEDxPark City Women Teri Orr and co-director Bari Nan Rothchild share details on this year's event happening Feb. 10. and Parkites protest after 2nd Minneapolis resident killed by federal agents.

Utah Avalanche Center report, Mountain Mediation Center Executive Director Gretchen Lee and Associate Director Nicole Droitsch share details on their $100K grant, Park City Chamber Bureau CEO Jennifer Wesselhoff discusses this year's challenging winter tourism season, US Ski & Snowboard's Chief of Sport Anouk Patty discusses preparations for the 2026 Winter Olympics in Italy and athletes to watch for and Park City School District says it's following state regulations after illegal water dumping.

Utah Avalanche Center forecast, UDOT's bypass choice offers glimpse of Heber Main Street's future potential, Utah DNR Division of Law Enforcement Sgt. Ethan Justinger and UT Snowmobile Association President Cody Sargent on cars driving on snowmobile trails, Park City police investigate Main Street jewelry smash-and-grab, Jeremy Ranch golf course closing for renovations this summer, eight Sundance films nominated in 98th Academy Awards, Park City Fashion Week founder Kim Kienow previews this year's event and Heber Valley Chamber Executive Director Dallin Koecher with an update on upcoming events.

Utah Avalanche Center forecast, Utah Representative Mike Kohler on this year's legislative session, Park City School District Superintendent Lyndsay Huntsman and school board member Nick Hill share an update, Habitat for Humanity Executive Director Shellie Barrus and Administrative Services Director Meagan Nielsen share details on Silver Creek Village homeownership and Sundance Film Festival leaders reflect, look forward as last Park City event begins.

Utah Avalanche Center forecast, Park City Council selects bus lanes as preferred option to reduce SR-248 traffic, Snyderville Basin Water Reclamation Executive Director Mike Luers with a monthly update, New Executive Director of Hive Family Collective Kayla Kantor has details on the Hive Membership Program, new leadership and expanded board of directors, Lawmakers flock back to Capitol Hill: What to expect from the 2026 Utah Legislature, Recycle Utah's new home may cost up to $7M to build and Heber City Councilmember Aaron Cheatwood with an update.

Utah Avalanche Center forecast, Hideout's Richardson Flat plans could include a gondola, Wasatch County Manager Dustin Grabau provides a preview of the upcoming county council meeting, KUER government reporter Sean Higgins previews this year's legislative session and Recycle Utah's new Executive Director Andy Hecht and board member Heleena Sideris share updates on the organization's progress and future plans.

Utah Avalanche Center forecast, Deputy Summit County Manager Janna Young previews this year's legislative session, Youth Sports Alliance Executive Director Emily Fisher and Programs Director Heather Sims share updates on youth sports programs and Robert Parish, the new executive director of the Snyderville Basin Recreation District, provides an update on programs.

Utah Avalanche Center forecast, Wasatch County's Luke Searle to seek Utah statehouse seat, Point-in-Time Count leaders Heather Hogue and Amanda Christensen share how residents can get involved in the annual homelessness count, Wasatch Back state parks host "first-day" New Year's hikes, Utah Olympic Park General Manager Jamie Kimball shares an update on the park's facilities and upcoming events, Utah Avalanche Center warns skiers and riders of backcountry dangers after slides, Austin Smith from Bogus Basin ski resort in Boise talks about using snow storage as an unconventional early season snow solution, Utahns will be banned from using SNAP to buy soda starting Jan. 1 and Utah public safety offering Lyft gift cards for sober rides.

Woodward Park City's marketing director Jay Burke talks about the park's snow status and upcoming events, Wyatt Woolley, UDOT's region three spokesperson, discusses the Heber Valley Bypass decision and Utah State Parks spokesperson Ally O'Rullian highlights winter activities at the state parks.

Director of Utah Forestry, Fire and State Lands Jamie Barnes talks about House Bill 48 and how it will mitigate fire risk and insurance issues, Midway Mayor Celeste Johnson reflects on her time in office and DWR Conservation Outreach Manager Tonya Kieffer-Selby discusses the Christmas bird count in Heber.

Utah Department of Alcoholic Beverage Services spokesperson Michelle Schmidt, Wasatch County School District's David Johnson and Amanda Edwards discuss the district's GED program and renowned ski resort map artist Rad Smith join Roger Goldman on the Local News Hour.

Utah Highway Patrol spokesperson Sgt. Mike Alexander, Recycle Utah spokesperson Chelsea Hafer and Hideout sailor and Olympian Francesca Clapcich join Connor Thomas on The Local News Hour.

Summit County Deputy Manager Janna Young, former Kamas land owner David Ure, and Arts Council of Park City and Summit County Arts Community Inclusion and Engagement Coordinator Andrea Zavala and Marketing and Community Relations Manager Kendall Kelley join Leslie Thatcher on the Local News Hour.

Park City Councilmember-elect Tana Toly looks back at her time in office, Park City Chamber Bureau CEO Jennifer Wesselhoff has an update on tourism and Vice President of The Utah Nordic Alliance (TUNA) Richard Hodges join Leslie Thatcher on the Local News Hour.

Utah Avalanche Center forecast, UDOT to announce Heber Valley bypass route Jan. 7, Park City Rabbi Yudi Steiger discusses Park City Hanukkah parade and concerns after terror attack at Australia's Bondi Beach, Park City Mayor Nann Worel shares an end-of-year recap, National Weather Service Meteorologist Brittany Whitlam discusses unusually warm and dry start to winter, Summit County Council denies Canyons Village tool to finance development, Summit County health and schools partnership vaccinates 300 ahead of flu season, State releases map of high-risk wildfire areas assessed new fee and Wasatch County passes 2026 budget as sheriff commits to more transparency.

Utah Avalanche Center forecast, Park City School District addresses Treasure Mountain construction concerns, Summit County Councilmember Roger Armstrong recaps Wednesday's council meeting, PCSD Superintendent Lyndsay Huntsman and board member Meredith Reed provide an update on school-related issues and Park City Film Executive Director Katy Wang previews upcoming screenings including two films that are on the shortlist for the Academy Awards.

Utah Avalanche Center forecast, Holy Cross Ministries highlights its work ahead of International Migrants Day, Sundance announces 54 short films for final Utah festival, Snyderville Basin Water Reclamation District Executive Director Mike Luers discusses local water topics including monitoring wastewater, Acting City Manager Jodi Emery and Deputy City Manager Heather Sneddon preview this week's city council meeting and Heber City Councilmember Yvonne Barney provides a recap of the latest council meeting.

Utah Avalanche Center forecast, Summit County closes 834-acre Ure Ranch purchase near Kamas, Wasatch County Manager Dustin Grabau provides a preview of this week's county council meeting, Park City resident Elizabeth Smart discusses her new book "Detours," which explores personal growth and resilience after trauma, Wasatch County opens first phase of $23M courthouse renovation, Telluride ski patrol may strike during holiday season, Bryon Friedman, singer-songwriter and founder of Freedog, shares details on the upcoming Winter Solstice Experience and warm weather allows construction to continue on Park City recreation projects.

Utah Avalanche Center forecast, Oakley, land trust ink Uinta foothills conservation agreement, Park City Fire District Marshal Mike Owens shares holiday fire safety tips, Youth Sports Alliance Executive Director Emily Fisher and Lily Cozad, Kodiak senior partnerships manager share updates on youth sports programs and continuing their partnership of YSA's after-school programs, proposed Kearns office redevelopment returns to Park City Planning Commission, Park City swears in first K9: Bruno the chocolate lab, Park City Council finalizes 2026 Sundance Film Festival plans, Park City Recreation Director Ken Fisher provides updates on recreation projects including the new community center dubbed "The Mine" and warm temperatures stymy snow sports across Wasatch Back.

Utah Avalanche Center forecast, Summit County Council approves 5% Basin Rec tax increase, Park Silly Holiday Bazaar to feature local vendors, Sundance Film Festival Senior Programmer John Nein talks about the movies to keep an eye on during the last festival in Park City, Mayor-Elect Ryan Dickey recap's the latest council meeting and USA Luge Director of Marketing and Sponsorship Gordy Sheer discusses the Eberspacher World Cup at the Utah Olympic Park and luge athletes to watch.

Utah Avalanche Center forecast, Summit County Councilmember Chris Robinson recaps Wednesday's council meeting, Park Silly Sunday Executive Director Kate McChesney shares details about the annual Park City winter holiday bazaar, Park City Singers Artistic Director Darla Cardwell and singer Mary Gootjes share details about this year's concerts Dec. 12 - 13, Hotel Thaynes General Manager Tom Underwood details the grand opening of the renovated hotel, Timpanogos Valley Theater board member and actor Gary Harter discusses their production of "Miracle on 34th Street," Park City Transit celebrates 50 years of free rides and access for all, Park City to begin Bonanza Flat shuttle amid winter schedule changes, Sundance releases film slate for 2026 festival which is the last in Utah and Canyons master developer eyeing land above golf course and village.

Utah Avalanche Center forecast, Utah State Representative Mike Kohler talks about the special legislative session, Utah State Senator Nate Blouin a candidate running for the 1st District seat in congress provides a democrat's response to the special legislative session, Park City Interim City Manager Jodi Emery and Deputy City Managers Heather Sneddon preview this week's city council meeting and Heber Valley Chamber Public Relations Manager Jessica Turner discusses upcoming holiday activities.

Utah Avalanche Center forecast, Summit County Manager Shayne Scott discusses the agenda for Wednesday's county council meeting including plans to adopt a new budget, South Summit Superintendent of Schools Greg Maughan discusses their 20-year facilities master plan, Director of the Swiss handbells team Cari Knapp provides details on their seasonal holiday concert and the Christian Center of Park City Executive Director Steve Richardson and Director of Operations Brach Pulver share details about holiday happenings at the center.

Utah Avalanche Center forecast, Summit County Health Department Director Phil Bondurant has a monthly update, US Ski and Snowboard's Courtney Harkins has an update on winter sports, Ballet West Academy Park City Campus Principal Allison DeBona has details on the annual Nutcracker performances at the PC Eccles Theater, Swaner Preserve & EcoCenter's Hunter Klingensmith on the Wild Winter Market and Wetland Supermarket and current exhibit, Summit County to eliminate road tax on north Chalk Creek residents and Park City to open applications for vacant council seat.

Utah Avalanche Center forecast, KPCW's Connor Thomas and Park City Mountain's Senior Manager of Communications John Kanaly join from the Sunrise Gondola at the Canyons for opening day, Park City History Museum's Dalton Gackle on ski resort opening day history, Rocky Mountain Power's Bianca Velasquez talks about how to recognize and deal with phone scams, Committee: No wrongdoing in Wasatch County treatment of Hayes family, Deadlocked Summit County Council delays Basin Rec tax vote, Park City historic Centennial House renovations underway, traffic impacts expected, Keith Lilley previews the 9th Christmas Concert in the Mountains at Shepherd of the Mountain Church on Dec. 6 and KPCW's Grace Doerfler and Deer Valley's Director of Communications Emily Summers join from the resort's opening day.