KPCW Local News Hour

Local historians explore century of Park City, Echo railroad to Rail Trail, Basin Recreation Chief Ranger Aaron Williams on dog owner responsibilities in and out of dog parks, Park City Film to add 70 annual screenings, Park City Councilmember Bill Ciraco has a recap of last night's meeting and Park City Performing Arts Executive Director Ember Conley on the first concert of the season and transportation, parking information.

The latest trails report with Mountain Trails Foundation, Summit County Council Member Megan McKenna recaps Wednesday's council meeting, local Historians and train enthusiast Dave Nicholas and Sandra Morrison share details on their lecture "End of the Line" and Park City Film Executive Director Katy Wang takes a look at some of their upcoming screenings.

Did Summit County shrink or grow last year? It depends who you ask, CEO of National Ability Center Willie Ford shares details about their 40th anniversary gala this weekend, Park City Board of Realtors CEO steps down to join NY luxury firm, Park City Manager Matt Dias previews this week's city council meeting and Heber Valley Chamber Executive Director Dallin Koecher recaps Heber's successful July 4th events and plans for a new heritage event in September.

Lower Pinebrook residents report 4 car break-ins in one night, Utah checks 10,000 boats for "STD of the sea" over Independence Day weekend, General Manager of Mountain Regional Water District Andy Garland and Assistant General Manager Lisa Hoffman talk about the proposed expansion plans, bonding and upcoming public hearing, former Park City Councilmember Dick Peek and his wife Laura Ritter share details on their world tour on a sailboat and People's Health Clinic Behavioral Health Program Director Linsey Broadbent provides details about the services they offer.

Residents take Summit County clerk to court over rejected petition signatures, Summit County Chief Deputy Kacey Bates and Public Information Officer Skylar Talbot provide an update on law enforcement issues, Heber City spokesperson Ryan Bunnell shares a preview of this week's city council meeting and other city updates and musician and founder Ryan Shupe has details on this year's TedFest.

The latest trails report from Mountain Trails Foundation, KPCW's Connor Thomas reports from Canyons Village on the installation of the Sunrise Gondola towers, new Wasatch County School District Superintendent Garrick Peterson shares his vision for the district, Oakley Rodeo Commission Chair Wade Woolstenhulme and committee member Sam Aplanalp share details on the rodeo's 90th year, Park City Special Events Manager Chris Phinney and Park City Police Lieutenant Vaifoa Lealaitafea provide details on Park City Fourth of July celebrations and Hill Air Force Base to celebrate Fourth of July with statewide flyover.

Motion to reject 75-unit Coalville annexation proposal fails, Utahns rounding up their liquor store purchases have raised $1.5M for homelessness, Summit County Community Development Director Peter Barnes provides an update on development projects throughout the county, North Summit Fire Chief Ben Nielson talks about July 4th fireworks safety and restrictions in the county, current and former KPCW program directors John Burdick and Jan Williams reflect on the history of the radio station as KPCW celebrates its 45th Birthday and Caren Bell, founder of Kept Current & Kept Kind and a KPCW DJ, shares details on her weekend-long celebration of kindness, community and connection.

Heber locals, leaders ask UDOT to consider lower speeds on US 40, Wasatch County Manager Dustin Grabau has a preview of this week's county council meeting, Missing rifles found in ReStore donations, shipping error suspected, Park City Heights neighbors worry about impacts of new housing project, Mike Lee pulls federal public land sale from ‘Big Beautiful Bill,' Canyons Village Management Association Director of Marketing and Public Relations Debbie LaBelle has details on this week's three-day Forum Fest and Director of Parking/Operations John Simmons with details on parking garage, Second lawsuit filed over odorous Midway wastewater treatment ponds, CEO of Summit Land Conservancy Cheryl Fox discusses open space issues and Music for the Mines fundraiser hits the right note for Ski Mountain Mining History

Park City to explore Deer Valley-Richardson Flat aerial connection, Summit County Clubhouse members share details on the 3-day Utah State Clubhouse Coalition Conference, Stage 1 fire restrictions enforced across Utah, Friends of the Park City Library share details on the upcoming used book sale, candidates for Heber City mayor and council embroiled in legal trouble, South Summit Superintendent of Schools Greg Maughan shares an update on the district's budget and planned capital projects.

Dozier Field upgrades approved by Park City planning panel, Utah Women and Leadership Project study co-author Kolene Anderson discusses the state of female voters in Utah, Park City Councilmember Tana Toly has a recap of last night's meeting, Midway Art Association President Jerry Watterworth discusses this year's Wasatch Plein Air Paradise painting competition, Top athletes to compete at X Games Salt Lake City this week and Create PC opens new exhibit and designs new interactive Pride project.

Trails report with Mountain Trails Foundation, Rare bird finds a home in Park City local's front yard, Summit County Council Member Canice Harte recaps Wednesday's meeting, Utah Symphony/Utah Opera Communications Manager Julia Lyon has details about this summer's Deer Valley Music Festival, Park City Toastmasters President Karen Stone and Vice President of Education Gregg Davison have details on the 25-year celebration of the club, Arts Council of Park City and Summit County Marketing and Community Relations Manager Kendall Kelley and interns Grace Gladson and Liv Skylling talk about this month's gallery stroll on Friday night and Park City Council to consider potential aerial connections to Deer Valley.

Woodward Park City General Manager Gar Traynor shares details about the past winter season, their summer camp and X Games partnership, Park City Manager Matt Dias previews this week's city council meeting, Prospector Square Property Owners Association Executive Director Craig Dennis provides an update on construction in the Prospector area and Park City Ski and Snowboard Executive Director Christie Hind and Cole Sport buyer Kathy Burke share details on the annual 5K fun run on July 4th.

Summit County formally declares Dakota Pacific referendum petition "insufficient," Summit County Manager Shayne Scott previews the agenda for Wednesday's county council meeting, founder of Wild Heart Sanctuary Sonya Richins shares details on their annual benefit concert, Park City Community Foundation announces grant finalists, Don Roll and Colleen Logan provide details on the Friends of Ski Mountain Mining History fundraiser and PC Tots, Park City's early childhood education program, is celebrating a decade of service to Summit County families next month.

Park City Transit ridership up 4% in 2024-2025 winter season, Alf Engen Ski Museum Executive Director Annie Bommer and ski historian Tom Kelly provide details on the three new exhibits, Park City Chamber Bureau reports strong spring visitation numbers, Families delight in Heber's new Coyote Springs Park, PC Tots Executive Director Sue Banerjee Banerjee and board member Anne Sinnott share details on their Birthday Bash fundraiser and family and friends celebrate life of Park City's "Silver Fox" Rolf Sandberg.

Utah marathoners now have to run faster to qualify for Boston, Midway City Council support would help preserve 37 acres of open space, Salt Lake Tribune's Robert Gehrke examines Senator Mike Lee's controversial tweets about the Minnesota shootings, Karen Lock, senior program director at the National Ability Center (NAC) in Moab, discusses the center's expansion and operations, Angie Kell with Glenwild HOA discusses the joint HOA Wildfire Preparedness Fair, Deer Valley to host second summer pride event, Summit County creates WhatsApp safety and health resource for Spanish-speakers, Park City roads close for construction and Savor the Summit, Lawnmower racing debuts this summer at Kamas Fiesta Days and Trailside Elementary's new official mascot is an elk.

Trails report with Mountain Trails Foundation, Basin Rec in holding pattern on cemetery question, Utah Rep. Sandra Hollins talks about her work to pass a bill that removes slavery from Utah's constitution, Park City School District talks about their recently passed budget and Park City Sailing Association shares details on the annual Summer Sailstice this weekend.

Summit County draws five new voter districts for county council elections, Snyderville Basin Water Reclamation Executive Director Mike Luers shares a monthly update on wastewater issues, Park City to allow dogs on buses with new pilot program, Heber City Councilmember Yvonne Barney recaps key issues from Tuesday's council meeting and Summit Community Gardens/EATS Executive Director Helen Nadel shares an update on upcoming events and summer programs.

Garrick Peterson named Wasatch County School District's next superintendent, Wasatch County Manager Dustin Grabau previews this week's county council meeting, Summit County historian Sandra Morrison and Sonja Nordstrom share details on a lecture about locating historic unmarked graves and Recycle Utah General Manager Jim Bedell shares the latest on the search for a location for a new center.

Kouri Richins murder trial reset for 2026 and extended to 5 weeks, Park City exploring seasonal parking pass for Bonanza Flat, Summit County Housing Authority goals include housing vouchers and partnerships, Habitat for Humanity's 30th annual Overall Ball set for June 27, a 2-year-old dies in "tragic accident" near Uinta Mountains' Manor Lands, wildlife expert says Utah lacks habitat to support return of grizzly bears, Youth Sports Alliance Executive Director Emily Fisher shares an update on their summer clinics, Ski Utah Director of Communications Alison Palmintere provides details on this past season's skier days and Park City Recreation Director Ken Fisher provides updates on the new pool construction and parking limitations.

Intermountain Park City Hospital breaks ground on cancer center, ER expansions, Game Mammals Coordinator Darren DeBloois talks about what would happen if grizzly bears returned to Utah, Columbus Pacific awarded Cline Dahle development bid, Park City Councilmember Jeremy Rubell recaps Thursday's council meeting and Wasatch Fire Chief Eric Hales details federal funding cuts and summer fire restrictions.

The latest trails report with Mountain Trails Foundation, Summit County Councilmember Tonja Hanson recaps Wednesday's council meeting, Park City Elks Club members Cheryl Soshnik and Michael DeJarnette provide details on this year's Flag Day ceremony and Habitat for Humanity previews the upcoming Overall Ball Gala and auction.

Park City mountaineer Jenn Drummond shares the summits she's conquered, Park City's Main Street reopens after gas leak evacuation, Park City Manager Matt Dias previews this week's city council meeting and Heber Valley Chamber spokesperson Jessica Turner previews upcoming summer events.

Summit County to choose Columbus Pacific to develop Cline Dahle property, Summit County Manager Shayne Scott discusses the agenda for Wednesday's county council meeting, Mountain Town Music Executive Director Brian Richards shares details on next weekend's fundraiser and previews the free music throughout Summit County this summer and Christian Center of Park City Executive Director Steve Richardson previews upcoming events including the "Hike for Hunger."

Here's what changed in Dakota Pacific's new draft development agreement, Summit County Health Department Director Phil Bondurant shares an update on key health issues, Park City Fire District Chief Pete Emery and Fire Marshal Mike Owens discuss the upcoming wildfire season and Summit County fire restrictions, representatives with the Sunset Over Sunrise chairlift fundraiser preview the event which features 12 transformed two-seater chairs auctioned to benefit 12 nonprofits.

Parkites Jack Rubin and Beth Armstrong enter Park City municipal races, Park City School District staff and students honored for fostering a culture of kindness, UHP Sergeant Curtis Blair cautions drivers amidst rise in road rage incidents, Heber duckling adopted after losing family in storm drain, Park City Councilmember Ed Parigian recaps Thursday's council meeting, Park City Ski & Snowboard Cross Country Director Emma Garrard provides details on the annual Moose on the Loose trail running series, University of Utah professor Jake Nelson and KPCW Director of Development Sarah Ervin discuss the importance of free speech and Vail Resorts CEO Rob Katz says Park City Mountain not for sale.

Trails report with Mountain Trails Foundation, Summit County Council Member Roger Armstrong recaps Wednesday's council meeting, PCSD Superintendent Lyndsay Huntsman along with Shepherd Williams and Easton Jones — winners of the "We All Belong" campaign — emphasize the importance of kindness and inclusion, Holy Cross Ministries Executive Director Emmie Gardner and Director of Development and Communications Andy Cier share details on the 150th anniversary of serving Utah and Park City Film Executive Director Katy Wang previews upcoming screenings and events.

Park City School District superintendent and board working to move forward after previous leadership's "missteps," Park City preservation board considers revised Centennial House plans, Summit County Community Development Director Peter Barnes provides an update on development projects throughout the county, Park City Manager Matt Dias previews this week's city council meeting and Jackson Kaguri, the founder of the Nyaka organization which works with HIV/AIDS orphans in Uganda, talks about his recent visit to Park City's rotary clubs.

Park City Council considers reducing open space, parking requirements in Bonanza Park, Wasatch County Manager Dustin Grabau has a preview of this week's county council meeting, Summit County Library Director Dan Compton has details on this year's One Book One Community read and President of the Friends of the Summit County Libraries Sue Niblock has details on this month's used book sale, Utah Open Lands Land lead Resource Technician Wood Robinson has details about recent protection efforts, including the Pear Tree Llama ranch in Wasatch County and Park City Hospital to expand ER, surgery, cancer services.

Filing period nears for municipal election bids in Summit and Wasatch counties, Why are public radio stations suing the president?, Park City Hospital CEO Lori Weston shares details on their new expansion, Silly Market opens for 19th season with new and returning artists, HBO film "Mountainhead" shot in Park City area now streaming, Heber City Manager Matt Brower previews Tuesday's city council meeting and Leadership Park City Class 31 members recap this year's city tour.

Ian Hartley announces Park City Council campaign, Professor Scott Ballenger discusses the NPR lawsuit brought against the Trump administration, HBO executive Janet Graham Borba talks about filming the HBO movie "Mountainhead" in Park City, International peace builder speaks in Park City on resolving conflict, Book of Mormon sculpture garden breaks ground in Heber City, Rocky Mountain Power requests rehearing on partial electricity rate hike, Francis stands by Best Western approval as residents appeal decision and Park Silly Sunday Market Executive Director Kate McChesney provides details on this year's market which begins this Sunday.

Trails report with Mountain Trails Foundation, Summit County Health Educator Paige Mitchell shares details about staying safe this summer, Park City School District releases former COO investigation findings, Part-time Park City resident and author David Jacinto talks about his new book "Where Eagles Fly Free," Latino Arts Festival Director Andrea Zavala and Marketing and Community Manager Kendall Kelley provide details about this year's festival, Deer Valley won't break ground on Snow Park Village this summer and Wasatch Education Foundation awards graduates during their annual Scholarship Night.

Snyderville Basin Water Reclamation Executive Director Mike Luers shares key wastewater issues, US 40 crash kills one near Heber where UDOT plans safety improvements, Summit Pride members Virginia Solomon and Rebecca Brenner share details on the "Raise the Flag" initiative and June Pride Month programming, Mediator and author Chad Ford and Mountain Mediation Programs Director Kris Campbell detail Ford's visit focused on understanding conflict and how to turn it into meaningful connection, Ecker Hill Middle School PTO President Brittany Bailey and parent organizer Kouy Kolar share details on year-end community events, Wasatch County rodeo and derby thwart scalpers with in-person only presale, Utah's newest state park opens near Moab with biking, offroading and fossils, UDOT warns drivers after increase in scam texts, calls and Summit County deputies issue reminder on e-bike safety.

Heber tweaks affordable housing rules despite county housing board's concerns, Park City Stormwater Manager Kelsey Christiansen and Summit County Deputy Manager Jana Young share details on the annual "Trails, Trash and Tunes" event, Park City Treble Makers Renee Hall and Jenny Floor share details about their annual Spring concert and Park City Chamber Bureau CEO Jennifer Wesselhoff provides a monthly update on lodging and tourism numbers.

Park City officials finalize golf course fees and add 5-play punch pass, Summit Community Gardens readies as growing season approaches, Park City School District athletics master plan faces layout and turf setbacks, Utah Olympic Park's Kole Nordmann shares details on summer season activities, Karl Hunt from the Utah Division of Forestry, Fire and State Lands discusses the state's wildfire season preparations, Park City Mayor Nann Worel recaps Thursday's council meeting, Lawyer Janet Conway explains West Hills incorporation lawsuit and Recycle Utah's future remains uncertain after September 2026 eviction date.

Trails report with Wasatch Trails Foundation, Summit County Councilmember Chris Robinson recaps Wednesday's council meeting, Park City Board of Education President Meredith Reed and Superintendent of Schools Lyndsay Huntsman share updates and Director of Exhibits and Visitor Experience at the Swaner Preserve and EcoCenter Hunter Klingensmith shares details on upcoming events and exhibits.

West Hills supporters threaten to sue Summit County and Kamas, Summit County Sustainability Director Emily Quinton provides an update on the status of the Utah Renewable Communities program, Park City Manager Matt Dias previews this week's city council meeting and Executive Director of Summit Community Gardens/EATS Helen Nadel shares an update on summer programs.

Summit County grant committee recommends not funding organizations late on reporting, Wasatch County Manager Dustin Grabau previews this week's county council meeting, PCHS engineering teacher Brad Gannon and PCCAPS student Jackson Carlson talk about building a road-worthy electric vehicle from the ground up, Recycle Utah General Manager Jim Bedell and Community Outreach Manager Chelsea Hafer share the latest on a location for a new center, appeals court affirms decision in Vail Resorts $2 million bowling injury case and Summer road projects to affect Thaynes Canyon and Bonanza Park traffic.

Matthew Prince buys Town Lift Plaza; sets sights on Park City Mountain ownership, Ballerina Farm lifestyle arrives in Midway with new store, Park City Engineer John Robertson details upcoming road projects and Parking Manager Johnny Wasden explains the new Bonanza Flat paid parking program, Youth Sports Alliance Executive Director Emily Fisher and Programs Director Heather Sims discuss The Circle of Excellence Awards and Snyderville Basin Recreation Director Dana Jones talks about upcoming projects and renovations.

Developers unveil plans for Bonanza Park 5-acre site, infrastructure spending slows for MIDA mountain development, Doctors Colton Miller and Shawn Miller preview the free Mental Health Awareness Night at Intermountain Health Park City Hospital, Coalville councilmembers reverse course on city attorney employment policy, Park City Councilmember Jeremy Rubell recaps Thursday's council meeting and Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation Boating Program Manager Ty Hunter talks about boating safety.

Offset Bier plans to move to Quinn's Junction, Park City Library opens new telehealth room with inaugural health fair, Summit County Council Member Megan McKenna recaps Wednesday's council meeting, Coalville mayor honored for pedestrian safety efforts, FiReFilms CEO Sharon Anderson Morris shares details about a free screening of the film "The Inn Between," Executive Director of Bridge 21 Stephanie Poulkoff and house resident Ava Jennings share details on the opening of their first neurodivergent housing, Park City Yarrow redevelopment discussion delayed, tattoo shops one step from approval in downtown Heber, director of CCPC's Counseling and Wellness Center steps down after 13 years and Bonanza Flat paid parking starts June 2 with free permits for Parkites.

"Tragic incident" claims life of contractor working at Victory Ranch, Park City Library Director Adriane Herrick Juarez and Angela Dohanos preview the upcoming health fair, Parkite raising money to fund burn and reconstructive surgeries in Nepal, Park City Manager Matt Dias previews this week's city council meeting and Heber Valley Chamber Executive Director Dallin Koecher highlights topics from the Wasatch Back Economic Summit.

Future of the "Bright Futures" program draws concerns, Summit County Manager Shayne Scott discusses the agenda for Wednesday's county council meeting, repeat Salt Lake hit-and-run suspect charged in Park City incident, second best skier visitation record set this past winter, 2034 Olympics officials launch listening tour for venue community residents, CEO of People's Health Clinic Mairi Leining shares funding and immigration concerns and new interim Hideout mayor Ralph Severini talks about the job going forward and what's new in Hideout.

Snyderville Basin cemetery hits public opposition in final stretch, Summit County Health Department Director Phil Bondurant discusses tick an sun safety, Co-Founder of The Lincoln Project Reed Galen explores what it means to stand up for democratic values and rebuild trust in our institutions, Summit County Behavioral Health Director Aaron Newman and new Mental Wellness Alliance Director Anna Frachou share details on events planned for Mental Health Awareness Month.

Wasatch County road rage incident draws felony charge after driver punched and left unconscious, Park City preservation board delays decision on Centennial House renovation, Pete Stoughton of the PCHS Mountain Bike Team shares details on this weekend's bike swap, Park City considers request to display Main Street Pride banners as state's flag ban kicks in, the spring projects open house offers project updates, Trudy Brereton with Wasatch Behavioral Health and Wasatch CAPS student Carla Nava talk about their new mural addressing underage drinking, Summit County declines to fund Sundance marketing for 2026 festival and UDOT to restripe roads in Summit and Wasatch counties this summer.

Wasatch County teacher can hang prayer flyer at school the district decides, Guardsman Pass expected to open this month, arrest warrant issued for Wyoming man accused of harassing Park City police, Summit County Councilmember Tonja Hanson recaps Wednesday's council meeting, Tommy Tanzer, one of the founders of the Bright Futures program, expresses his concerns about changes to the program and Park City Film Executive Director Katy Wang previews upcoming screenings.