KPCW Local News Hour

Park City Mountain official reflects on impact of ski patrol strike, Summit County Manager Shayne Scott previews this week's county council meeting, PCMC Economic Development Director Chris Eggleton provides an update on the Main Street Area Plan, Park City Library Head of Events & Publicity Becca Lael and Friends of the Park City Library board member Cathy Lanigan talk about the upcoming book festival.

Utah's Olympic advisors dream big ahead of the 2034 Games, Engine House project manager Rory Murphy provides an update on the affordable housing project that is set to open this fall, Park City Council looks to balance density and parking in 5-acre project, Youth Sports Alliance Executive Director Emily Fisher and Ski Utah President and CEO Nathan Rafferty share details on a new partnership between the two organizations, Wasatch County School District will set new boundaries in October and Park City Mountain COO Deirdra Walsh talks about how the resort is moving forward after last season's challenging start.

Investigation reveals concerns in Jordanelle road rage shooting case 1 year later, Wasatch County School District Business Administrator Dr. Jason Watt and Director of Secondary Education Stephanie Discher discuss key school topics, Park City Councilmember Jeremy Rubell recaps Thursday's council meeting and rock climber Emily Harrington talks about her new film "Girl Climber."

Trails report with Mountain Trails Foundation, Summit County Councilmember Megan McKenna recaps Wednesday's council meeting, Kimball Art Center Executive Director Aldy Milliken and Carly Fischer, Deputy Director of the Center for Art and Advocacy, share an update on the new "Gaze into These Eyes" exhibition and PCMC consultant and founding principal of Brinshore Development David Brint and PCMC Resident Advocate Michelle Downard provide an update on the process for developing the Bonanza 5-acre site.

Founder of the Utah Film Center Geralyn Dreyfous shares details on the grand opening of the Geralyn White Dreyfous building and the state of independent film along with V who discusses their play "Dear Everything," Deputy City Managers Jodi Emery and Heather Sneddon preview this week's city council meeting, missing kayaker from Salt Lake County found in Echo Reservoir and Park City Summit County Arts Council Executive Director Jocelyn Scudder and Brian Richards of Mountain Town Music share details about their collaboration on this month's gallery and music stroll.

Park City Chamber optimistic about winter visitation after "relatively flat" summer, Summit County Manager Shayne Scott previews the agenda for Wednesday's county council meeting, Leadership Park City Alumni Association President Frank Lynch shares details on an upcoming tour to Nevada, UDOT invites feedback on plans to widen south U.S. 40, Joe Wrona arrested after alleged probation violation, Timpanogos Valley Theater co-director David Thorpe shares details about the upcoming production of "The Addams Family," Park City Council to review design elements of bus rapid transit project and Utah Mammoth Sled Team coach Dave Nicholls shares details about the second annual Utah sled hockey tournament.

Investigation into Wasatch County Sheriff's Office finds allegations of absenteeism, retaliation and misuse of funds, High Valley Transit Executive Director Caroline Rodriguez shares an update on bus routes and BRT construction, Park City Chamber Bureau CEO Jennifer Wesselhoff provides an update on summer lodging numbers and Summit County Clubhouse Executive Director Jen O'Brien and Program Director Luisa Katoa share an update on recent renovations.

Bedell resigns from Recycle Utah general manager post, Park City to begin installing driving range net in October, Teighlor Kodel from the Utah Department of Health and Human Services shares tips for reacting to and processing traumatic events, Basin Rec looks at tax increase for ongoing costs and new positions, Wasatch County updates emergency response plan, the Friday Film Review of "Sorry, Baby," Heber warns residents about door-to-door water testing scam, Utah State University Extension Professor Katie Wagner shares want to know about what fall colors we will see this year, Kenworthy withdraws from Park City Council race and New Rabbi Jeff Dreifus joins the show to discuss his new position at Temple Har Shalom.

Trails report with Mountain Trails Foundation, Summit County Council Member Roger Armstrong recaps Wednesday's meeting, Park City School District Superintendent Lyndsay Huntsman and board member Nick Hill provide an update on the start of the new school year, Heather Koopman, Director of the Byrne Family Foundation Trust, shares details on their "Fast Track" grants with the next granting cycle beginning Sept. 22-26, J.R. Smith Elementary celebrates bike-to-school day Friday, Sundance Resort to remember Robert Redford with chairlift vigil and US 40 construction to reduce lanes near Quinn's Junction Thursday.

Judge won't rule on new Summit County town's constitutionality until after incorporation vote, Utah Congressman Mike Kennedy talks about his first year on the job and legislation he's working on, Park City superintendent invites residents to talks with district leaders, Park City man launches nonprofit to provide safe drinking water worldwide, Heber City Councilmember Mike Johnston recaps this week's meeting, Summit Community Gardens/EATS Executive Director Helen Nadel has an update and Park City remembers Robert Redford for bringing the arts to a ski town.

Park City Mountain summer workers vote to unionize, Wasatch County Manager Dustin Grabau with a preview of this week's county council meeting, Park City Education Foundation President and CEO Ingrid Whitley, Vice President of Advancement Jen Billow, and Park City High School Bright Futures Counselor Pepper Elliott share an update on programs offered by the foundation, stolen sign from historic Park City building returns to owners and Recycle Utah General Manager Jim Bedell with the latest on a location for a new center.

Park City Fire District Marshal Mike Owens provides an update on the 2025 fire season, Hydrologica CEOs Michael Montgomery and Brandon Stone share details on their upcoming Vision Night, founder of Live Like Sam Ron Jackenthal and parent advocate Holland Lincoln share details on the upcoming gala and screening of the film "Can't Look Away" and Snyderville Basin Recreation Director Dana Jones provides an update.

Heber Valley temple lawsuit heads to Utah Supreme Court, sign stolen from historic Centennial building on Park City's Main Street, Wohali needs $6M to successfully restructure during bankruptcy, Park City High School's Joanna Andres wins 2026 Utah Teacher of the Year, Beulah Fire update with Forest Service spokesperson Brenda Bushell, local artists to participate in annual drawing competition this weekend, Wasatch Community Foundation's Bruce Wardle previews the organization's 25th anniversary celebration and KPCW's Sarah Ervin wraps up the summer pledge drive as the station continues raising funds through weekend.

Trails report with Mountain Trails Foundation, Swaner Preserve and EcoCenter's Hunter Klingensmith previews their Every Kid Outdoors event in October and an open house September 17th and Heber Valley Chamber Executive Director Dallin Koecher highlights upcoming events

Heber City Manager Matt Brower previews Tuesday's city council meeting and Mountain Mediation Center Executive Director Gretchen Lee with details on their 20th anniversary fundraiser.

Summit County Communications Director Derek Siddoway provides some updates on the county's emergency policies and South Summit Superintendent of Schools Greg Maughan shares updates after the first month of the new school year.

Summit County Health Department Director Phil Bondurant provides a monthly update and previews upcoming events and Holy Cross Ministries Communications and Marketing Director Andy Cier shares details on Fiesta 150, their special fundraiser which takes place on Oct. 4.

UDOT finalizes Kimball Junction traffic improvement plan, Serve Park City's Karen Marriott and Danny Glasser talk about the upcoming 9/11 Day of Service, Park City Councilmember Ed Parigian recaps Thursday's council meeting, local film producer Jackie Nico talks about her new project, "The Ballad of the Bushmere," and the submission process for the Sundance Film Festival and Park City Singers scale up ranks ahead of December concert.

Appeals court upholds resident challenge of Park City Mountain lifts (02:50), Sheriff investigation! Wasatch County Manager Dustin Grabau has a preview of this week's county council meeting (07:25), Park City Ski and Snowboard Development Director Heidi Voelker and Nordic Coach Adam Loomis have details on the Moose on the Loose finale (Sept 6) and Freedog concert (Sept 12) (25:03), Executive Director Utah Open Lands Wendy Fisher discusses open space issues. (32:43)

Trails report with Mountain Trails Foundation, Jodi Emery named interim Park City Manager, Summit County Councilmember Canice Harte recaps Wednesday's meeting, Park City Singers Mary Gootjes and new Artistic Director Darla Cardwell on the new season, Park City Film Executive Director Katy Wang has a preview of upcoming screenings, Edward Wald talks about his upcoming event at the Park City Library titled "Living Paintings: A Night of Music and Moving Art," Third roundabout planned in Silver Summit, Promontory area, Park City Council to discuss Clark Ranch housing project and police give ‘all clear' after report of armed person at Park City High School

Summit County Community Development Director Peter Barnes provides an update on development projects throughout the county, Park City Manager Matt Dias and Deputy City Manager Jodi Emery preview this week's city council meeting, RISE Boxing Founder Maryguenn Vellinga and participant Neve Stein share details about this weekends Mountain Mettle Boxing and Charity event.

Interested Wohali buyer and 'Mountainhead' House developer Doug Bergeron, Park City Ski and Snowboard Director steps down, Promontory Foundation awards $330K in grants to local nonprofits, Better Boundaries new Executive Director Elizabeth Rasmussen, Dakota Pacific referendum group considers appeal of mootness ruling, Wasatch councilmember Luke Searle and Rotary member on Miners Day events.

Trails report with Mountain Trails Foundation, Park City Councilmember Jeremy Rubell recaps the council's two meetings this week, Protect Summit County representative Angela Moschetta discusses what's next now that a court ruling this week rendered the Dakota Pacific referendum moot, Paralympian and founder of Sisters in Sports Foundation Danelle Umstead and athlete Miranda Ritter have details on an upcoming fundraiser September 4, Park City Council approves agreement to build indoor pickleball facility and Park City to open new Historic Mine Route trail in 2026.

Major Summit County composting facility's permits revoked, Summit County Lands and Natural Resources Director Jess Kirby shares an update on the purchase of the 910 Cattle Ranch and newly approved conservation easement, Executive Director of the Utah Rivers Council Zach Frankel discusses their concern with approval of bill that could reduce 40% of the surface area of the Great Salt Lake and Leadership Class 31 class members Susan Odell and Polly Choque-Mendoza provide a project update on their "belonging benches."

Francis code changes ban future hotels and limit short-term rentals, new townhome proposals head to Heber planning commission, Ember Conley previews the Park City Performing Arts Foundation Main Stage schedule, Wasatch Back municipalities to certify primary election results, residents asked to name High Valley's bus rapid transit system, Lauren Lockey with Sage Mountain shares details about the organization and their upcoming annual fundraiser, Heber Valley temple construction begins in Wasatch County, intergenerational Sages & Seekers returns to Wasatch County Library, Historic Echo Church board member Sandra Morrison and Brian Craig provide details on the next lecture this Saturday and Summit County Council delays repeal of original Dakota Pacific approval.

Man in custody after SWAT standoff near Trailside Park, Summit County creates new agricultural tourism permitting process, Miners fall hard as Wasps and Wildcats notch first wins, Heber leaders discuss latest iteration of downtown rezone plans, Wasatch Immigration Project featured speaker Ketzel Morales previews her presentation on how to be an "undocu-ally," Parkite shares his journey from U.S. Ski Team to singer-songwriter, Park City Chamber Bureau CEO Jennifer Wesselhoff provides a monthly update on tourism trends, an 11-acre fire near Echo is contained after weekend lightning and Park City Manager Matt Dias and Deputy City Manager Heather Sneddon preview this week's city council meeting.

Back Alley Bash to mark start of KPCW summer pledge drive, Summit County disbands Basin open space board, for now, Gov. Cox says Utah would welcome another X Games, former Summit County planning commissioner joins state liquor board, Art on the Trails brings performers and painters to McLeod Creek trail, Beulah Fire update with fire spokesperson Erin Hanczyk, Heber leaders discuss latest iteration of downtown rezone plans, Park City Municipal golf director Vaughn Robinson discusses the end of the season and reactions to higher prices, Summit County Council delays repeal of original Dakota Pacific approval and Park City native Bryon Friedman talks about life as a US Ski Team member-turned full-time touring musician and Sarah Ervin previews the Back Alley Bash and upcoming KPCW Pledge Drive.

Trails report with Mountain Trails Foundation, Summit County Sheriff Frank Smith announces retirement, Summit County Councilmember Canice Harte recaps Wednesday's county council meeting, Park City School District Superintendent Lyndsay Huntsman and Board of Education President Meredith Reed talk about the start of the school year, Mid Mountain Trailhead closing until October and Park City and Summit County Arts Council Executive Director Jocelyn Scudder and Jacob Crane from Culture Fire Events share details about the upcoming Art on the Trails event this Saturday.

Utah Legislature drafts changes to Summit County Council districts bill, Snyderville Basin Water Reclamation District Executive Director Mike Luers provides a monthly update on wastewater projects and programs, Heber City Mayor Heidi Franco recaps Tuesday night's city council meeting and Summit Community Gardens/EATS Executive Director Helen Nadel highlights summer growing programs and gives an update on the ongoing harvest season.

Council prepares to vote on central Heber zoning changes, Wasatch County Manager Dustin Grabau discusses topics from the county council meeting, Utah Chapter of Alzheimer's Association shares details on this year's Walk to End Alzheimer's and Recycle Utah Education Director Mary Closser and Community Outreach Manager Chelsea Hafer share the latest on programs happening at the recycle center.

Summit County officials court Utah's housing czar, new Park City manager won't be appointed until next year, mayor says, To advance nuclear plans, MIDA seeks $5M loan for Camp Williams project,En Garde! Olympic skiers take a turn at fencing to help grow the sport, Mitch Dumke with 3 Springs Ranch shares an update on the Oakley ranch and recaps last week's workshops hosted with Summit Land Conservancy, Youth Sports Alliance Executive Director Emily Fisher and Programs Director Heather Sims provide an update on their fall youth sports programs, Park City Recreation Director Ken Fisher shares an update on the new community center and closure of the pools at PC MARC and international mediator Chad Ford to lead conflict transformation workshop in Park City.

Lightning sparks additional small fire in Uinta Mountains, MIDA adds Deer Crest land to Wasatch County projects, PCHS Football Coach Josh Montzingo talks about the first game of the season, Oakley City Council approves small property tax increase, Park City Mayor Nann Worel recaps Thursday night's council meeting, bankruptcy Lawyer Tom Beckett with Parsons Behle & Latimer discusses the Wohali bankruptcy filing and Toly leads most neighborhoods in Park City Council primary results.

Trails report with Mountain Trails Foundation, Park City Council to talk state Route 248 study and park and ride options, Summit County Councilmember Megan McKenna recaps Wednesday's council meeting, this Utah ski resort is making a bold prediction for its 2025-2026 starting date, adventure challenge encourages kids to soak up the final days of summer, Mountain Mediation Center Program Director Kris Campbell and Conflict Mediator Chad Ford share details on an upcoming conflict transformation workshop, Song Summit Foundation Co- Creator Paige Anderson and Executive Director Meredith Lavitt highlight the free music happening on the Songwriter Porch and share an update on the Summit Rising program, Kenworthy holds on to final spot in Park City Council primary and early results show incumbents dominate Heber City primary races.

Toly, Zegarra lead Park City Council primary race, preliminary results show eastern Summit County primary leaders, Franco, Phillips lead 2025 Heber mayoral primary race, Intermountain Ski Hall of Fame Inductee Steven Nyman and Museum Manager Maddie Nunez share details on this year's Intermountain Ski Hall of Fame induction ceremony, Park City Manager Matt Dias previews this week's city council meeting and Heber Valley Chamber Public Relations Manager Jessica Turner provides updates on upcoming events.

Ballots due Tuesday for Wasatch Back primary elections, freelance journalist asks for dismissal of defamation lawsuit from Park City schools ex-COO, Summit County Manager Shayne Scott discusses the agenda for Wednesday's county council meeting, South Summit Superintendent of Schools Greg Maughan provides details on the new school year, Executive Director of Christian Center of Park City Steve Richardson and Director of Programs Eli Shackelford share program updates and Park City to begin construction on new City Park building.

Mayoral candidates Dickey, Rubin say Park City needs new direction at city hall, Summit County Health Department Director Phil Bondurant provides a monthly update, event organizer Nancy Major shares details about The V Foundation for cancer research and their upcoming fundraiser and Peace House executive director Kendra Wyckoff shares details about the organization's brand refresh to mark their 30th anniversary.

Oakley residents voice opposition to proposed city center development, Summit County fire in Uinta Mountains forces evacuations, road closures, Park City Community Engagement Manager Linda Jager and Communications Manager Clayton Scrivner discuss the city's new podcast, applications open for Heber Leadership Academy, medical duties and dangerous conditions drive summer unionization push at Park City Mountain, the science of snowmaking with ski resort planner Chris Cushing, Scott Stewart, middle school dean of the Weilenmann School of Discovery, talks about the new school year and affordable housing advocates are optimistic about federal tax credit changes.

Trails report with Mountain Trails Foundation, North Summit Fire District to issue ballistic vests for firefighters, Summit County Councilmember Tonja Hanson recaps Wednesday's council meeting,Ryan Bunnell discusses the Heber Leadership Academy and how to apply and Park City Film Executive Director Katy Wang previews upcoming screenings.

Summit County clerk defends decision to reject referendum, Summit County Community Development Director Peter Barnes provides an update on development projects throughout the county, Chabad of Park City Director, Yudi Steiger, on Utah's first-ever Jewish Festival in Park City, most Wasatch County drivers have close calls on north US 40 and Park City Opera Artistic Director Ben Beckman and Baritone Jake Stamatis share details on their first main stage production, "The Barber of Seville."

Prospector Park meeting to focus on future of state Route 248, Park City couple share turbulent Delta flight experience, Wasatch County Manager Dustin Grabau has a preview of this week's county council meeting, Heber poised to add safety bonus for city employees, Utah Outliers Game Operations Manager and Housing Coordinator Bill McCloud on Park City's newest hockey team and CEO Summit Lands Conservancy Cheryl Fox discusses open space issues.

Annual Kimball Arts Festival a success for artists and art center (01:53), Summit County Chief Deputy Kacey Bates and PIO Skylar Talbot have an update on from law enforcement (04:54), Heber City Manager Matt Brower previews Tuesday's city council meeting (18:25), Historic Park City Association Executive Director Ginger Wicks has details on this year's Mountain Mixer and a look at the summer season (32:02), Diversified Bars & Restaurants Marketing Director Matt Sullivan and owner Jesse Shelter have details on the 25th anniversary celebration of the No Name Saloon (41:13)

Park City Mountain bike patrol, trail crew move to unionize, lawsuit alleges Kilby Road Powderwood crosswalk is unsafe, Park City mayoral and council candidates to speak at forum, Park City Special Events Manager Chris Phinney shares details on the Kimball Arts Festival parking and road closures, Midway could become first town in Wasatch County to offer curbside recycling, BYU Plant and Wildlife Sciences professor Phil Allen explains how wildflowers can prevent wildfires, suicide prevention foundation offers Park City mental health course in Spanish, Parkite nears completion of his "40 after 80" retirement goal and Nim Shapira, director of the film "Torn," and Park City resident Harry Kantor talk about the film and preview an upcoming screening about the Israel-Palestine conflict.

Trails report with Mountain Trails Foundation, Coalville says new investor in Wohali to restructure resort's finances, debt, Summit County Councilmember Roger Armstrong recaps Wednesday's council meeting, Park City resident Dave Hanscom shares his goal of climbing a number of the country's tallest peaks, President of the Wasatch Back League of Women Voters Monica Schaffer and Anne Kirvan from the Pro-Active Alliance share details on Monday's candidate forum, Mirror Lake Highway brush fire contained by helicopter and ground crew and Old Town roads close Friday for Kimball Arts Festival.

Music teacher, OB-GYN named Park City Rotary 2025 citizens of the year, Kimball Art Center Director Aldy Milliken and board member Stefani Kimche have details about the Dakota Pacific location for the new art center, Park City Schools Mountain Bike Team to increase access and financial aid, Heber City Council candidate Jami Hewlett charged with alleged child abuse, Developer cites interest in bringing memory care, assisted living back to Summit County, Serve Park City Founder Karen Marriott has details about registering for the 2nd annual 9/11 Day of Service, Park City Ski & Snowboard Executive Director Christie Hind and Development Director Heidi Voelker have details about their upcoming fundraiser, POWDR CEO shares national park, ski resort aspirations and Local dyslexia foundation to transfer program to Montana school.

Summit County approves Dakota Pacific development for second time, Park City hotel occupancy up 3% through first half of 2025, water district urges Heber locals to be "waterwise" as reservoir levels sink, residents to appeal Heber Valley temple decision to Utah Supreme Court, Coalville luxury golf community saddled with debt and layoffs, lawsuits say, POWDR CEO Justin Sibley discusses his leadership role in the adventure lifestyle company and the complex portfolio of ski resorts under POWDR, Cult + King wraps up annual education week, and Dr. Barbara Wirotsko, founder of the Joseph James Morelli Legacy Foundation, and Dr. Carina Beck, Vice Provos of Montana State University, have details on the transition to MSU.