Four Dixie State University alumni tell how their friendship and DSU experience influenced the making of their business, Waffle Bliss.

With all the talk of government shutdowns, people being denied health care and porn being illegal in St. George (don’t worry—that was just a hoax), it’s sometimes hard to find something positive on which to focus. 

Thank heaven the St. George Marathon is just days away.

Nothing ...

Big decisions impacting Dixie State University's students are about to be made, and odds are most of the students won't take any part in the decisions.

But it's not because they won't have the opportunity.

Washington County general elections are on Nov. 5, and voters will ...

Dancer, actor and singer Kelby Morrison is a member of Raging Red. Multimedia reporter Kylee Young spoke to her about her favorite performing experiences and how she spends her free time.

Society pictures a beauty queen as a perfect face with a stick figure, but I’m here to knock out that stereotype.

First, I do not agree with the term beauty queen. There is so much more than beauty when it comes to a refined young woman competing for a ...

Though the rain washed away the chalk, it didn’t wash away the Dixie State University Student Association’s plans for D-Week.

Due to bad weather conditions, the D-Week kick-off, which involved clubs and students drawing with chalk by the fountain, was canceled.

“It was disappointing that the weather wasn ...

Springtimeis approaching the St. George area. Reporter Kylee Young talked to students about what they're most looking forward to this spring.

Multimedia Reporter Kylee Young spoke with students about their top picks for the NCAA March Madness Tournament.

Dixie Sun News multimedia reporter Kylee Young spoke with junior forward Dalton Groskreutz basketball and the determination of the team in this week's Player Profile.

Multimedia reporter Kylee Young spoke with center Mandy Munns about her journey to Dixie and her experience playing college ball in this week's Player Profile.

Men’s basketball center Zach Robbins is not a man of many words, so he spoke through the game when he helped bring in the recent triple digit-win against Pacifica University.

Robbins not only posted 12 points and seven rebounds for Dixie State College’s record-breaking game on Jan. 2 ...

Welcome to Dixie State University.

At least, that’s what the college will be known as if it continues on its path to university status. 

In one of the most anticipated board of trustees meeting in Dixie State College’s history, the institution’s new name was motioned, seconded and ...

Multimedia reporter Kylee Young spoke with students about their goals for the upcoming year. Find out what their goals are and who's still on track.

Angela Kristensen has recently been removed from her position as head women’s basketball coach.

Athletic Director Jason Boothe said Kristensen has violated many department policies over time, and if ignored would have left the program to NCAA sanctions. He said the institution is highlighting that honestly and integrity is ...

Months of research culminated in the big reveal of Dixie State College’s potential new name Wednesday night.

Erik Sorenson of Sorenson Advertising gave the firm’s recommendations via the public presentation at the Cox Auditorium. The agency’s top four recommendations for the school’s name as it transitions ...

Dixie Sun reporter Kylee Young talks with softball catcher Marla Reiter.

Finals are complete, and students share their experiences with the last tests of the semester.

As the holiday season comes around, people have already started planning their Christmas vacations.

From going on trips to trimming trees, people have their own different traditions.

Some of the more popular and common things people like to do around this time include looking at Christmas lights, skiing on the ...

Dixie State College could potentially house child care in the future, but finances and real estate are currently an issue.

Dixie State College presented the Students of The Semester banquet on Nov. 28. Faculty from each department awarded students who put in the extra effort. The student Senate put together the event and invited family and friends of the recipients to honor their hard work.

 Whether it’s skydiving, running a marathon, or traveling to new places, students want to live life to its fullest by experiencing life goals.

For Anna Jordan, a junior dental hygiene major from Washington City, going to Ireland is on her list of things to do in her life.

“I ...

Dixie Sun News reporter, Kylee Young, talks with students to see their perception on getting good grades.

Phi Beta Lambda marched on Nov. 17 to raise awareness and get donations for babies born prematurely. This is the first of several marches to raise money for newborn and unborn babies.

In order to become successful in the business world, a dirty job or two must take place first.

Students and professors shared some of the worst jobs they've had and tricks to make the best of a bad work situation. 

Jordan Bracken, a junior English major from Perry, grew ...

The Whitehead building’s rubble and dust has cleared, giving way to a lawn that will open up additional space and leisure room for Dixie State College students.

Restoration of the area where the Whitehead used to stand is one of many projects that have taken place as DSC closes ...

Students, faculty, alumni and community members are torn when it comes to picking what the future name of the campus will be; the word “Dixie” is polarizing all the attention. 

The Name Change Forum held Nov. 1 allowed for people’s concerns to surface.   

Erik Sorenson, president and CEO of ...

A stereotypical finals week may include late nights, cramming, junk food and copious amounts of caffeinated beverages, but contrary to popular belief, this is not the experience all students have.

With the right planning and good habits, finals week does not have to be as hellish an experience as some ...

Social networking sites are still exploding with election opinions and reactions.

Barack Obama was re-elected Tuesday night, and whether it was excitement or distaste, many people had something to say about it.

"I've heard a lot of people say they are moving out of the country since Obama was ...

Student disc jockeys on 91.3 The Storm crank up the noise by playing America’s top 40 hottest hits. 

Staff running Dixie State College’s growing radio station reach people across Washington County and into parts of Iron County. People in southern Utah can tune in to listen to ...

It’s time for the students to sit back, relax and be entertained while their teachers feel the pressure of taking center stage in the upcoming Faculty Fall Concert. 

Every fall for the past six years, the music faculty has put on a concert for the students and the community ...

Grabbing coupons, making days-long road trips and drinking blended omelets could all potentially earn Dixie State College and one of its students a big chunk of cash. 

Brandon Price, a senior communication major from Brigham City, sent in an audition video to Zions Bank’s “Cheapster,” a Web series dedicated ...

St. George hosts the 2012 Bands of America championships. High school marching bands across the western United States gathered to compete for the top spot.

If you want a local and affordable place to burn some calories or earn some credits, check out the Dixie Fitness Center.

Veterans Reconnect is a club on campus that supports veterans who are getting back into schooling. They provide services such as helping with G.I. bills and obtaining employment. They hosted a Thurs-"D" event on campus that was a fundraiser not only for the club, but for a platoon ...

Dixie State's Dance Company presents the semi-annual Fall Dance Concert Nov. 30 and Dec. 1. 

Fun was the word of the day to those in DSC’s upcoming theater production of “Guys and Dolls.”

The romantic comedy is about two love stories between Nathan Detroit and Miss Adelaide, and Sky Masterson and Sister Sarah Brown. Nathan, who is friends with Sky, bets Sky that he ...

Local restaurants Applebee's and Honolulu Grill offer Karaoke nights each week.

Dixie's dance team, The Rebelettes, doesn't get the same attention as other athletic teams. Kylee young, Dixie Sun reporter, spoke with dance team member Flori Wentzell about her experience and interests on and off the dance floor.

Wednesday night started off with light chuckles and turned into big laughs. Tommy Johnagin arrived at Dixie State College Campus a little late but wasted no time getting the crowd laughing.

It’s not all tiaras and tears on stage; the participants of the Miss Dixie Pageant are standing for something much bigger.

Hayley Weaver, Dixie State College's 2011-2012 Miss Dixie title holder, passed on the crown to Krissia Beatty, a sophomore business major from St. George, Tuesday night at ...

Hiccups can be a real bother, everyone knows that, but what is the actual cause to those annoying gasps? Dixie Sun reporter, Kylee Young, talked with a biology instructor to find out the actual cause to hiccups and what you can do to get rid of them.

Students share their opinion on the True Rebel Tradition.

"Ferocious Beauty" is an art show that took place on Oct., 13 2012 in St. George Utah. Local artists showed off their dark side. For more information on "Ferocious Beauty" and Gina Jrel's art, visit www.ginajrelart.com. 

Standing in a crowded space can be awkward for many people.

Some elevator passengers tend to overlook personal boundary lines in a tight space and make the already uneasy atmosphere even more uncomfortable.

"It's pretty creepy when people just stare at you," said Mindy Allred, a junior sociology major ...

Students tell us what their favorite Halloween Candy is and why.

Dixie State College presents the "Great Faiths" discussion from the series titled "A Window on The World." This noontime forum features speakers from various religious backgrounds to open the eye up to the multicultural world we live in. The next forum will be held Oct. 18, and the presentation will ...

Campus cleanliness is top priority when it comes to what can and cannot be tacked to Dixie State College's advertising boards.

Dean of Students Del Beatty is making changes to the student advertising policy allowing students to post fliers, but in a way that keeps things tidy.

According to ...

Dixie Sun reporter Kylee Young gives a couple of easy tutorials for Halloween treats. With a little bit of creativity and a few store-bought ingredients, you'll have the perfect spooky treats to welcome the Halloween spirit. 

Find out what's happening with the smoke-free initiative on campus and what students are saying about it.

Local sports grills managers tell us why their restaurants are the place to be come game day.

A variety of multicultural events, such as pow wow drum sessions, documentary films and meals from around the world, will be on campus this week.

Events will occur throughout the week to promote the different cultures present at Dixie State College.

"Diversity week is about learning and knowing others here ...

An education is earned through hard work and lots of money, but graduating college does not guarantee a job—a person has to get through the interview process first. 

Andrew Skaggs, employer outreach specialist for Dixie State College’s Career Center, said one of the biggest faux pas an interviewee ...

Catching the flu will raise the body temperature while plummeting the GPA, but students can take measures to keep healthy this flu season.

Until spring, the odds of becoming ill are high, particularly of the flu. Strep throat, sinus and respiratory infections and the common cold are all prevalent during ...

As a college student, it is hard to find time to focus on anything other than school, your job and homework; you barely have enough time throughout the day to do the little things.

One little thing that turns into a big necessity is taking the time to learn about ...

Tuition and student fees are part of college, but some might not know where their money is allocated and if more money will be required once Dixie State College is knighted a university.

DSC President Steven Nadauld and Frank Lojko, vice president of student services and government relations, have answers ...

The fall 2012 television lineup gives everyone a decision: Which shows should be added to their television schedule, and which shows are not worth their time altogether.

This fall has some exciting and controversial shows that are being brought to the table. But which ones will actually succeed?

One of ...

When it comes to creating a home away from home, there are three different schools of thinking.

Some students create a house, some create a home, and some create a fortress. The best way to survive apartment living is to do all three.  

In order to create a house, everything ...

With Halloween creeping around the corner, students have unmasked the top five scariest movies that have made them scream. 

After polling 78 people, students voted "The Ring" as the No. 1 scariest movie with "Halloween" following close behind. The spot for third place was tied between the “Paranormal Activity” series ...

With a variety of goods, from turquoise jewelry to handmade crepes, the Tuacahn Saturday Market is providing local vendors an opportunity to peddle their wares.

The Tuacahn Saturday Market began four years ago when Chris Graham, the Saturday Market organizer and Tuacahn Gift Gallery manager, wanted to create a market ...

Dixie Sun News A&E Editor Heather Dake gets the scoop on The Beast.

Cadets and veterans respectfully laid old flags to rest at the 9/11 flag retirement ceremony on Sept 11.

Flag retirement happens whenever flags become too worn for duty.

“When our nation’s colors become tattered or dirty or torn, it’s the flag code that we destroy the flag ...

Dixie Sun News reporter Samantha Tommer reports on the Holland Building dedication.

McKell Smith contributed.

Sports reporter Stephanie Moreno and guest television play-by-play commentator Ryan Forsey bring you the game preview for Dixie's home opener.

The Dixie Red Storm and the Western Oregon Wolves will kick-off in front of the home crowd Saturday September 8th at 6:00 P.M. MST at the Hansen ...

Imagine a gunman walking into your classroom and opening fire while you are studying.

If none of the students in your classroom have a concealed weapon in their possession, then you and your classmates do not have much of a chance of surviving.

With recent mass shootings such as the ...

The Whitehead Building on the campus of Dixie State College comes down. 

Dixie Sun News reporters Samantha Tommer and Rachel Bowler find out responses from Dixie State College students about W.O.W.'s Club Rush on Aug. 27 and 28.

Dixie Sun News reporter Ashlee Millett interviews students of Dixie State College to get the details on what they did with their summer.

The Jeffrey R. Holland Centennial Commons isn’t only gaining oohs and ahhs for its shiny newness, but it’s quickly becoming the central point on campus for students.

The Holland Centennial Commons, which cost Dixie State College $38 million, houses the library, information technology, student services, business services and ...

Classic and modern jets roared overhead as Thunder Over Utah took place at the St. George Municipal Airport.

St. George welcomed the most elite aviation acrobatic team, the Blue Angels, for their first performance in Utah last weekend. The team is known world wide for its crisp maneuvers, difficult flight ...

A standoff that shut down portions of I-15 northbound and southbound and lasted more than nine hours has ended peacefully.

Traffic was diverted for all of the afternoon from exits 16 to 27. 

The freeway reopened about 9 p.m. Monday.

Two fire engines and crews were dispatched Saturday evening to a home in the Washington Fields area. No injuries were reported. The home is located on Sandia Road.

"At this point, we want to have the most accurate information possible, and it's still under investigation," said Ed Kantor, Washington ...

A man suspected of breaking into a local business and separate storage unit is in jail following his arrest on multiple theft and burglary charges.  29-year-old Timothy Cleveland Griffith of Hurricane was arrested Monday and charged with four third-degree felony counts of theft and burglary of a dwelling and non-dwelling ...

Southern Utah University gymnastics will begin its season this Friday, January 13, when the Thunderbirds host the University of Missouri. However, fans will be able to get a sneak peek at the team during the annual Red/White Preview on Tuesday night at 7:00 in the Centrum Arena.

The ...

Entrance fees will be waived for all visitors to Grand Canyon National Park January 14 - 16, 2012. Visitors arriving in the park on any one ...

An Ivins resident is behind bars after stealing funds from a local charity.  St. George Police say 36-year-old Gregory Swenson was arrested for theft of two Coins for Kids donations boxes.  Officials initially responded to two convenience stores in St. George with reports that the suspect entered both stores and ...

If you’re a poacher, you should think twice before pulling the trigger on a mule deer in Utah.

If ringing in the New Year includes alcohol, AAA has a program to guarantee that you make it home safely. 

On ten different holiday and special events in 2011, AAA offers a free ten-mile tow home for drinking drivers and their vehicles.

The Tipsy Tow program is open to everyone ...

Long-time St. George resident and local attorney V. Lowry Snow has announced his intention to seek the Utah State House of Representatives seat recently vacated by Republican David Clark of Santa Clara.  Clark’s seat in District 74 will be filled at a special meeting of the Central Committee of ...

A St. George man is behind bars on 10 counts of fraud to obtain prescriptions and 10 counts of forgery. 

Law enforcement responded to a call last Thursday at the Lin's MarketPlace Pharmacy located at 1930 West Sunset Blvd. on a prescription forgery.  Police met with the pharmacy manager ...

A routine traffic stop leads to the arrest of two Utah men on several drug charges.  Officers from the Southern Area Interdiction Narcotics Team (S.A.I.N.T.) observed a vehicle with an unreadable temporary tag driving in the northbound lane of I-15 near mile marker 114 and conducted ...

The Southwest Utah Public Health Department (SWUPHD) has announced the winners of the "Click It, Don't Risk It" video contest:

Elementary: Caleb Ence from Lava Ridge Intermediate (for his entry "Angry Birds").

Secondary: Karen Miller, Debora Cruz, Ethan Brown, & Piero Scattolon from Success Academy (for their entry entitled "Buckle ...

The St. George Area Chamber of Commerce, along with its Community Action Committee, will be hosting their bi-annual “Issues Over Eggs” on Friday, December 16.  The public forum will host state Representatives Don Ipson, Brad Last, Mike Noel, Evan Vickers and Senator Steve Urquhart.  Each elected official will speak about ...

A kick of the leg and flick of the wrist revs the motor to life, accelerating the heart and increasing adrenaline levels-- this is motocross.

For 10 years, motocross enthusiasts in southern Utah have waited and wished for a local track to quench their thirst for speed, dirt and big ...

Milford Utah cowboy Jesse Wright claimed the 9th go-round win at the National Finals Rodeo on Friday night. The win came after his ride atop "Cinnamon Jack," scoring 87 points. After the round win Wright commented on the privilege to come to the Thomas and Mack and ride on the ...

The Washington County Area Task Force found $339,000 in hidden compartments of a vehicle recently, and are now investigating a possible drug case.

Highway Patrol were conducting a traffic stop on I-15 when their police dog indicated that it smelled what was most likely drugs. Given permission to search ...

The Red Storm made the most of their final home game of 2011, and their first conference game of the season on Monday night at Burns Arena. 

After falling behind with an early 9-2 deficit to the Argonauts of Notre Dame de Namur, Dixie State eventually found their range. The ...

When you think about December foods, fruit and veggies probably aren’t the first things that come to mind. During a month of cocoa, candy canes and cookies, produce seems to take the backburner. That is until you find a basket full of bounty is just a few blocks away ...

A La Verkin home, four vehicles, and a storage shed are completely destroyed after a fire Thursday around 2 a.m. One of the adults noticed the smell of smoke and all three people in the home were able to get out safely.   

Firefighters arrived on the scene to find ...

Hundreds of people showed up in Ivins Thursday afternoon despite blustering winds and chilly temperatures to show support for the groundbreaking of the new Ivins Veterans Home. 

Amongst those that turned out were Senator Steve Urquhart, Representative Don Ipson, and Representative David Clark who were three crucial people involved in ...

Former Ironman St. George champion Michael Weiss has been banned from the sport for  two years on a doping infringement.

Weiss, who claimed gold in the St. George Ironman in 2010, denied the accusations upon arriving in St. George for the 2011 race.

Austria's anti-doping agency claimed it had ...

The Utah Highlanders football team is pumped up, looking to dominate over the Nevada team in the first round for the Football University (FBU) National Championship. Several Utah 7th and 8th graders have been recruited to represent Utah as part of the state team to face off with 39 other ...

The Hurricane Tigers shut out the Desert Hills Thunder 21-0. After three straight runner-up's for the Tigers, finally getting over the hump lefts players, coaches, and fans with a feeling of jubilation and allowing them a sigh of relief.

It all comes down to this.

The 2011 3A State Championship will be decided Friday night at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City. The 12-0 Hurricane Tigers will face a familiar foe, their Region 9 opponent, the 9-3 Desert Hills Thunder. 

For the Tigers and Thunder, Friday night's state ...

Utah's Dixie is known for many things. The majestic red rocks of Zion, the wondrous plays of Tuacahn, and the dead heat of summer. 

But what Dixie is most famous for is its lush greens during the mild winter months.

Golfers from all around the West, and even from ...

At least two-thirds of the St. George City Council will remain intact after Tuesday's election. 

Incumbents Jon Pike and Gil Almquist were both re-relected while incumbent Gloria Shakespeare is being given a run for her money by challenger Jimmie Hughes in a very close race. 

As of Wednesday morning ...

All national parks, monuments, recreation areas, and historic sites will be celebrating Veteran's Day by offering fee- free entry. Local national park units include Grand Canyon, Zion, Bryce Canyon, Pipe Spring, Glen Canyon, Lake Mead, and Capitol Reef.

This year, the fee free designation will apply to the entire ...

The Hurricane Tigers welcomed the Wasatch Wasps tonight for the first round of the 3A state playoffs. Hurricane came out strong in front of the home crowd and wasted no time putting the first points on the board with Weston Yardley on a 33 yard run. Hurricane blew the Wasps ...

A local family farm is celebrating its ten-year anniversary with nearly three times more visitors than last year.

Staheli Family Farm had so many people flooding to 3400 South Washington Fields Road Saturday night that visitors were informed it could be a three-hour wait for the Field of Screams- southern ...

With the regular season finished, Region 9's top four teams will now turn towards Region 10 in this week in the first round of the playoffs. 

Hurricane vs. Wasatch

Where: Hurricane High School

When: Friday, October 28, at 5:00 p.m.

The 2011 season has played out just ...

Around 6:00 Friday evening, a semi truck hauling produce was traveling northbound on I-15 at approximately  mile marker 8.5 when the driver lost control and crashed through the barricade and fence on the side of the freeway. The semi truck came to a stop in front of Arctic ...

A two car accident Friday evening sends two to the hospital, with one by Life Flight.

Sgt. Craig Harding with the St. George Police Department told SUN News that a vehicle was on waiting to turn onto mall drive when a vehicle traveling an unknown direction on Mall Drive apparently ...

Enterprise: In the first round of the 2A state playoffs the Emery County Spartans traveled to Enterprise to take on the Wolves. Emery hit the ground running before turning the ball over on downs giving the wolves a start at their own 30 yard line. With two passes down the ...

In the thick of an economic downturn, many southern Utah businesses continue to struggle to survive. One business in particular, Dixie Care and Share, may be closing its doors due to continued costs and too little money to maintain them. Utah-based internet business Infowest has a plan to hopefully ease ...

Following Governor Herbert's visit to the area Tuesday, Congressman Jim Matheson visited Dixie State College Wednesday and addressed the college's rapid growth and its effect on St. George's economy as a whole. 

Matheson toured DSC's Computer Crime Institute, which is just one example of educational expansion ...

Every city has a special beacon which sets the example for growth, prosperity and innovation. Utah Governor Gary Herbert paid a special visit to Dixie and told SUN News what he thinks southern Utah's beacon really is.

"Dixie State College is really moving along and is the headquarters for ...

The Tigers pounced on the Thunder to claim the out-right Region 9 title at Desert Hills High School Thursday night.

It didn't take Hurricane High School long to get on the scoreboard. In fact, it was the Tigers' first play from scrimmage, after stopping the Thunder on a fourth-down ...

Local radio personality Jon Smith, host of "The Jon Smith Show" on 95.9 The Hawk, is taking his job out of the office, for a very special opportunity.

Smith boarded a plane headed for Baghdad Friday morning, where he will spend time with Southern Utah's very own Utah ...

Hundreds of young and old alike gathered on Tuesday, October 11, to welcome the "Reggae Cowboys" to Dixie State College's Burns Arena.

In conjunction with the Huntsman World Senior Games, the Bellamy Brothers performed for nearly 500 athletes, students, and community members. They played hit songs such as "Redneck ...

Last weekend food connoisseurs were able to sample the likes of Bombay Café, Pepper’s Cantina, Café Rio, Le Parry Pastry Shoppe and Brick Oven all in one stop.  

Vernon Worthen Park was the source of yet another October Event, this time for the resurrected "A Taste of Dixie." Thousands ...

The Dixie Flyers soared into Cedar City tonight to pick up a huge Region 9 victory and spoil Cedar's Homecoming game. 

The Flyers got on the board early in the game. The Redmen forced a punt, but then fumbled it, only to be recoverd by Dixie inside the 10 ...

Members of the St. George Community converged on the gazebo at Vernon Worthen Park on Thursday night for the first general assembly meeting about "Occupy St. George."

Despite the rain and cool temperatures, citizens both young and old met at the park to discuss the status of our nation. Inspired ...

Police responded to a call this morning of a reported stabbing in St. George.

The call, which was made by 21-year-old Otis Maloney, came in at 11:05 Thursday morning. Maloney told dispatch that he had stabbed his mother.

When officers reported to a residence at the 2500 East block ...

Recent GOP debates have parents all over the nation wondering how far government is willing to go in the name of protecting the general public.

Since the beginning of the Republican primary debates, Texas Governor Rick Perry has sustained consistent criticism over the HPV vaccine mandate he implemented for his ...

The youth of the Washington LDS Eighth Ward know that being thanked 6,000 times is well worth getting up at 3 a.m.

This weekend I was right up in the action of the annual St. George Marathon. No I did not run, now that would be an announcement ...

The Hurricane Tigers remain undefeated after a match up Friday against the Pine View Panthers. Hurricane showed why they have made it to the state championship the past three years by putting the first points up on the board with a 9-yard run from Thompson. After a 30-yard run from ...

When southern Utah football coaches get together for the same cause, the outcome tends to be an unstoppable one. That is the plan for Youth Football USA and for several coaches here in St. George.

"We are here to show the rest of the world that we are a force ...

Dixie State College's men's basketball team is one of the school's elite athletic programs, as the team has won two consecutive PacWest championships and enters this season fresh off a Sweet 16 appearance in the NCAA Tournament.

By the intensity already evident this preseason, it is apparent ...

A national organization is going the extra mile to soothe the pain of women going through chemotherapy by offering a free house cleaning once per month for 4 months of their treatment.

Cleaning for a Reason will send a maid service in the patient's zip code area to her ...

The Cedar Redmen welcomed the Panthers of Pine View in another Region 9 matchup Friday. The Redmen held the Panthers scoreless until the third quarter, but Pine View came clawing back.

Cedar High entered the break up 21-0. A touchdown in the third from both teams took the score to ...

The Flyer offense took off quickly in the Thunderdome Friday night, despite losing the coin toss thrown by Governor Gary Herbert.

Dixie jumped out to a quick start behind a strong defensive core and quarterback Blake Barney, who got the Flyers off to a 17-0 start. Desert Hills battled their ...

The Dixie State College football team won its first football game last Saturday night, a 42-7 victory over Simon Fraser University.

DSC is now 1-0 in the GNAC and the team is experiencing a new-found optimism. Various figures around the program, from coaches Scott Brumfield and Judd Thompson to players ...

The campus of Dixie State was a little more blue than usual Thursday. 

Students covered the lawn with ribbons representing the portion of Dixie State Students that have been, or will be, a victim of sexual assault. 

Take Back the Night, one of the largest student groups on campus, is ...

Several of Utah's presidents have declined to accept raises that were unanimously approved by the Utah Board of Regents.

The Board of Regents voted in favor of giving raises to eight of Utah's college and university presidents. The raises totaling $100,000 were spilt among the presidents. Many ...

Over the past year Dixie State College has celebrated the school's centennial. Dixie's centennial has been the ongoing theme as student government's slogan this year is "Team of the Century" and the Homecoming theme will be "From Pioneers to 100 Years." 

September 19 marks the birth of ...

An accident on River Road sends one motorcyclist to the hospital with minor injuries. 

Around noon on Tuesday a motorcyclist traveling southbound on River Road was cut off by a car making a U-turn. The motorcyclist was forced to lay down the bike to avoid hitting the automobile. The biker ...

With the 2011 college football season in full swing, schools around the state are looking to build up momentum and confidence as they head into conference play. With some teams playing in new conferences, and others looking to beat familiar foes, this year is already off to a wild start ...

Lately my Saturdays have been completely consumed with Tuacahn.

No, I’m not pursuing an acting career, and I don’t have gold tickets to Little Mermaid. I recently discovered the Tuacahn Saturday Market and now they can’t keep me away.

Each Saturday a canopy of white tents is ...

The Desert Hills Thunder traveled across town to play the Pine View Panthers, and they came to win.

Right out of the gate, Porter Harris put up six for Desert Hills with a 80-yard run. Pine View answered with a short pass to Arslanian to end the first quarter tied ...

As you drive down the freeway, a large portion of the traffic you'll encounter will probably have 18 wheels.

Truckers drive across the country to deliver goods to locations throughout the nation. Though some might view these 10-ton rigs as a nuisance on the road, southern Utah takes a ...

Friends and family of Jeremy Johnson fronted $2.8 million worth of property to bail Johnson out of jail on Wednesday.

The St. George businessman was arrested by IRS agents in Phoenix on June 11, and has been in custody ever since. Johnson was initially arrested on a single charge ...

Football is back, and St. George gridiron fans turned out on Monday night to celebrate the 42^nd season premiere of “Monday Night Football,” an American sporting tradition.

Paul Webb, athletic trainer for Desert Hills High School, said he traditionally reserves Monday night for friends and football. “After work, when ...

Ballots were cast, sorted and counted, and the results are in. Five St. George City Council members will be moving on to the general election, but a sixth spot remains undetermined due to a close vote count.

Three of the six incumbents topping the race are current City Council members ...

 World Premiere Musical, Nathan Hale in November!

The Dixie State College Theatre Department recently announced its 2011/12 season performances. The college’s centennial season will include the world premiere musical, Nathan Hale, in November. Following is a schedule of the family-friendly presentations offered throughout the year.

All productions start ...

The St. George Police Department and Crime Stoppers have upped the ante for information regarding last month's Smith Pharmacy robbery.

Now there is up to a $5,000 cash reward being donated by the pharmaceutical company Purdue Pharma L.P., a combined effort between industry pharmacists and law enforcement ...

Severe thunderstorms may have caused a fatal I-15 rollover Sunday evening near Leeds, when one person was killed and another injured.  

According to the Utah Highway Patrol, a Toyota Corolla rolled at least once then hit a large rock in the median, coming to rest on the driver’s side ...

Wandering around southern Utah, you're bound to hear all sorts of noise. But Wednesday night, bikers heard a cry for help and ended up saving a man's life. A 65-year-old male was found towards the bottom of a ravine in Mill Creek Canyon, where he had fallen that ...

Southern Utah's Washington County Administration Building became a battleground Wednesday when the proposals of U.S. Interior Secretary Ken Salazar drove close to home. For some residents, the proposals were too close. 

Residents from counties throughout much of Utah and Arizona attended the meeting to share their concern of ...

ST. GEORGE, UT -- Dixie State College and high school fans can now watch live local football action from anywhere via the Dixie Broadcast Network.  

Local games are broadcast live on television via the Baja Broadband Community Education Channel, 22. Online live streaming can be found at SouthernUtahNow.com and Voddov ...

The Red Storm offense could never really get going against the Grizzlies of Adams State on Saturday.

Possession was the name of the game at Hansen Stadium for the season opener. The Grizzlies dominated the possession of the game, holding the ball for over 39 minutes, in comparison to the ...

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Pine View wins over Salem Hills, 34-11.

Kanab beats Grand, 35-14

Desert Hills takes the win over North Sanpete, 46-14.

Skyline edges out Cedar, 21-20. Full story, Highlights Video

Hurricane beats Tooele, 52-7. Full Story, Highlights, Video 

Dixie crushes Uintah, 49-3. Full Story 

The Hurricane Tigers put on an offensive clinic Friday night on the new turf at Tiger Stadium in Hurricane.

The Tigers jumped out to an early 15-0 lead after the first quarter and never looked back. Behind quarterback Zach Prince, and running back Brian Scott, the Tigers scored at will ...

The Dixie Flyers traveled to Snow College to take on the Utes of Uintah High School. Entering the game with a perfect record, the Flyers did not let the travel affect the performance. In the first quarter, Blake Barney connected with Kyle Hansen for an easy TD. The second quarter ...

The United States of America has been strongly branded by Lady Liberty's presence, ever since the nation was gifted her from France in the 1800's.

A new American landmark is now taking shape, and its designer, Gary Price, made a stop in St. George Friday to help promote ...

The 2011 progress report for Washington County School District has been released, in connection with the No Child Left Behind act.

The report is optimistic, with the majority of local schools being ranked as 'proficient' in accordance to the guidelines.

In fact, all but four made the grade, which still ...

The $39 billion merging proposal between No. 2 wireless carrier AT&T and No. 4 carrier T-Mobile has been blocked after The Justice Department deemed it costly for consumers.

Government officials argue the proposal would greatly reduce competition and increase cost for consumers. Something CEO of No. 3 carrier Sprint ...

Lightning, dry conditions, and wind are playing a major part in what fire officials are stating as "nearly three dozen fires around southern Utah."

Sunday's lightning storms throughout the state played a major role in starting the fires that have plagued southern Utah. Public Affairs Officer Rachel Tueller told ...

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Pineview vs. Desert Hills Nev., Pineview wins 46-16.  Panther Braxton Peterson went 8-13 with 138 passing yards, throwing two touchdowns, and rushing in one. Teammate Prentiss Miller added two touchdowns and 204 yards.

Snow Canyon vs. Las Vegas Nev., Las Vegas wins 30-25 ...

The Moapa Valley Pirates visited the Thunder at Desert Hills High School on Friday night, and left with sinking hopes and the weight of Thors hammer on their heads.

Desert Hills was in control from the first whistle to the last, showing to be the more dominate team in every ...

Lightning has caused more than 10 fires since Friday night. The most visible fire from the St. George area is the Plateau Fire, located about 10 miles south of Bloomington. The fire has burned over 2,000 acres but has not threatened any structures. Resources from across the area were ...

Nearly 10,000 law enforcement agencies from all over the country are supporting Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over, including Zion National Park.  The campaign, designed to combat impaired driving, started August 19 and will continue through September 5. 

In 2009, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration states that over ...

Week 2 of High School Football takes to the turf Friday night with a festival of games. 

Canyon View at Richfield 7:00 PM

Highland at Cedar 7:00 PM

Moapa Valley, Nev. at Desert Hills 7:00 PM

River Valley, Ariz. at Dixie 7:00 PM

West Jordan at ...

After a robbery at their Brigham Road location nearly two weeks ago, Wells Fargo Bank in connection with the Utah Bankers Association, is offering up to a $10,000 reward for original information leading to the identification, apprehension, and conviction of the person(s) involved. 

The incident occurred on August ...

After Rep. Jason Chaffetz, R-Utah, announced Monday he won't run for U.S. Senate, questions of who will run against Sen. Orrin Hatch, R-Utah, started rising.

Although Chaffetz's announcement leaves a huge gap of candidates, Hatch's campaign isn't guaranteed to have an easy way in. According ...

After the 2010 Census, the Beehive State is facing changes in its districting.

Representative Don Ipson spoke to members of the St. George Chamber of Commerce at their weekly luncheon Wednesday. He addressed the topics regarding the state's redistricting, and how important it is for Washington County and Iron ...

A rash of robberies within the last month is prompting law enforcement and city officials to offer a monetary reward.  The City of St. George has offered $1,000 for any information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person(s) responsible for four different area robberies.  The suspect ...

Vehicle industry giants Ford Motor Co. and Toyota Motor Corp. said they will be working together to develop an advanced hybrid drivetrain system for light trucks and sport-utility vehicles.

The strategic move by both companies comes to improve fuel economy in larger vehicles long before federal fuel economy rules become ...

A brush fire that burned along SR-18 near the turn-off to Diamond Valley and the Snow Canyon Volcano has been contained.

Crews arrived at the scene of the fire, and were able to contain it within a few hours. Officials said the containment took longer than expected due to high ...

After Washington County Police received a call about hearing shootings, one man was arrested on six offenses.

Rodrigo Alexander Lopez was arrested on Sunday, August 21, near Lower Sand Cove Reservoir. Detective Nate Abbott told SUN News that Lopez was among a group of individuals who were questioned about the ...

There is good news and there is bad news in regards to Region 9 limping out of the gate during the opening week of high school football.

Four of Region 9's seven teams began the season in the loss column on Friday night. Cedar, Desert Hills, Pine View, and ...

Dixie State College of Utah, in conjunction with the DOCUTAH International Documentary Film Festival, will host "Mr. Las Vegas" Wayne Newton for a special press conference and meet and greet on Tuesday, August 23, at the DSC Eccles Fine Arts Center Main Stage Theater. The event runs from 2:30-4 ...

The Panthers of Pine View High School hosted the Leopards of East High School out of Salt Lake City Friday night. 

The Leopards jumped out to an early 13-0 lead in the first quarter. Pine View battled back in the first half to score three consecutive touchdowns, to take a ...

Tonight marks 'opening night' for high school football and SUN News will be there. Be sure to keep an eye on SouthernUtahNow.com for game highlights for your favorite teams.

Check out SUN News for highlights of these games Friday:

East @ Pine View

Syracuse @ Desert Hills

Olympus @ Snow Canyon

All ...

St. George Police are looking for a man who they say robbed the Smith's pharmacy Thursday evening just before 6:30.

Police told SUN News the suspect is a white male who was wearing sunglasses, medical mask, a white baseball style shirt with blue sleeves, long pants, and dark ...

Not even Kalisi Uluave knew what he was getting himself into when he decided to ride his bicycle from Huntington Beach, California, to Mount Desert, Maine. 

Kalisi began the Tour For a Cure on May 16, a fundraising effort to support a Cedar City boy battling cancer. When he reached ...

COLUMBIA, South Carolina - Giants in the Tobacco industry want a federal judge to put a stop to new graphic cigarette labels that are soon to go into effect on products of the companies.

Pictures (left) include a sewn-up corpse of a smoker, diseased lungs and other graphic images which those ...

Two-a-days have begun for the Red Storm of Dixie State College.

The football team is coming off a disappointing season, and is looking to flip the script this year. With 70 new faces on the team, marking head coach Scott Brumfield's first full recruiting class, the Red Storm are ...

Researchers in Australia have found some startling news for people who enjoy spending time watching the tube. For every hour of TV you watch after the age of 25, you can shorten your life almost 22 minutes.

According to the AFP News Agency, Scientists at the University of Queensland's ...

After extensive construction, the new I-15 Dixie Drive Interchange is starting to take shape. Road closures are scheduled during the evenings to allow workers to move barriers, re-stripe roads, and reroute traffic to the new interchange. Tuesday, August 16 from 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. on ...

Students throughout Washington County flooded the hallways and classrooms of schools today.

The 2011-2012 academic year is underway, and both the teachers and students are optimistic about the upcoming year. Washington County School District had an increase in test scores during 2010-2011 school year, and administrators are looking to keep ...

Washington County schools are back in session, which means kids are more likely to be at home alone after school until their parents get home. The American Red Cross has a few tips for you to help keep your kids safe while they are unattended.

• Post an emergency phone list ...

In a daily tracking poll released by Gallup, President Obama's approval rating has dropped below 40 percent for the first time ever.

The poll underlines his approval and the reasoning where Foxnews.com said, "39 percent of Americans approve of Obama's performance, while 54 percent disapprove. … A deeply ...

The Red Storm football team got back on track after their first full day of practice on Thursday.

With a morning conditioning session and an evening workout, the student-athletes showed a great tempo during practice. The new faces seemed to be learning the Red Storm system, keeping their tempo, knowing ...

The brain-child and what some call the biggest victory for President Barack Obama may have hit a major road block as a federal appeals court ruled components of the healthcare plan unconstitutional.

The ruling states that "Congress does not have the power to require all Americans to buy health insurance ...

Dixie State College of Utah officially welcomed new leadership for its Board of Trustees at a special meeting Wednesday morning. Steven G. Caplin, who has been a member of the DSC Board of Trustees since 2005 and most recently served as the Board's vice chair for the past two ...

Eleven more men were indicted by the U.S. District Court Wednesday, joining the 21 people already charged in connection with the marijuana grow operation near St. George on July 16.

The new indictment brings the number to 32 people charged out of the 39 suspects who were apprehended at ...

St. George Police and SWAT were forced to close down roads Wednesday near Little Valley after receiving reports of a man firing a gun in his house.

The call came in around 2:30 p.m. when police received reports that an intoxicated man fired a weapon and then became ...

The southern Utah days may be getting a little shorter, but the heat is still here and as dangerous as ever. Across the country, two football players, one coach, and a runner have all died recently due to complications from the extreme heat hitting our nation. The American Red Cross ...

The volunteers and employees of the Washington County Fair have been preparing and setting up this week for all of the upcoming events. The "Rock and Roll" themed fair will be held Wednesday, August 10 through Saturday, August 13.

It was a big day not only for the local owners of Hungry Howie’s Pizza, but for four southern Utah non-profit organizations.  In conjunction with a ribbon cutting held by the St. George Area Chamber of Commerce, owners Brian and Michelle Plait of Hungry Howie’s presented the Alzheimers ...

SUN News reporter Stephanie Moreno talks to the Equality Utah group in St. George, which collaborated Wednesday to officially unveil their new billboard on I-15 promoting LGBT rights — lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender rights.

A 17-year-old boy's body has been recovered from Quail Creek Reservoir.

A Utah State Park official told SUN News that Tory Jones, from St. George, went missing around 7:30 Thursday evening at Quail Creek Reservoir. He was at the reservoir with a youth group, when he disappeared. Officials ...

If you are looking for a show for the family filled with jaw-dropping special effects, you might need to go under the sea. In Tuacahn's performance of Disney's The Little Mermaid, both children and adults will be in awe at the creativity displayed in the costumes, set design ...

AUGUST 4, 2011 - When a catastrophic disaster strikes, preparation makes the difference.

WHAT: The Washington County Emergency Local Emergency Planning Committee is hosting the second annual Washington County Emergency Preparedness Expo featuring emergency preparedness and training to the public. Fifteen different breakout sessions are scheduled and Ivins City Public Safety ...

The Pacific West Athletic Conference continued to grow and embrace new ideas Thursday as a new logo is released. The conference has grown from seven schools to 14 over the past five years. 

The new logo was created by students at a conference school, Academy of Arts University. The new ...

Washington County Drug Task Force, St. George SWAT, the DEA and other agencies once again came together Thursday to eradicate another marijuana grow. The grow, located on General Steam Road about 10 miles northwest of Veyo consisted of 7,731 plants which were successfully seized and removed from the area ...

A Winchester Hills resident is arrested after a routine traffic stop by Hurricane Police turned up the vehicle he was driving was listed as stolen.  After calling for back up, Officer Travis Hall inventoried the vehicle and found very various sizes of knives, along with items consistent with drug paraphernalia ...

ST GEORGE: The Dixie State College Athletics announced during a press conference Tuesday, a partnership between athletics and Cherry Creek Radio of St. George. This partnership brings football and men's basketball back to Cherry Creek on Sports Radio 1210 AM. 

“We are very excited to get Dixie State sports ...

Archaeologists in Southern Utah recently discovered five new Virgin Anasazi habitations along the Southern Parkway Corridor. 

For the last few months archaeologists have been working at a site near the future Washington Dam Road Interchange, along the Southern Parkway. The fieldwork portion of the archaeological work is concluding, and the ...

The Dixie State College Athletics Department will hold a press conference Tuesday at 4:00 p.m. in the Burns Arena to make what they've called a "major announcement." The Athletics department has not given any hints as to what the big news will be, only that it will ...

In the past 150 years there have been tremendous breakthroughs in technology. Inventions ranging from automobiles, airplanes, telephones, space shuttles, and so much more. All of these inventions have been created for some form of making our lives more simple, safe, or enjoyable.

Even recently, simple advancements we use every ...

Twenty-one suspects arrested in connection with a large marijuana grow are scheduled to appear in federal court.

The suspects that were arrested on July 16 at the Cove Wash marijuana grow, just outside of Veyo Utah, were scheduled to appear in Salt Lake Federal Court Monday.

They were indicted on ...

On Sunday night, Republican and Democrat leaders came to an agreement in the national debt crisis and what to do next. Though neither side was completely satisfied with the attempt to reduce federal spending over the next 10 years, how does the plan affect southern Utah?

"I'm glad that ...

Dixie State Football adds three assistant coaches in anticipation of the 2011 football season.

Dixie State's Head Football Coach Scott Brumfield announced Monday that Judd Thompson, Derek Campbell, and Robert Grant will be joining the coaching staff.

Thompson is a Dixie State College graduate. He played quarterback and tight ...

As the saying goes, "All good things must come to an end." We have enjoyed bringing local news to southern Utah on KCSG-Television, and SUN News now enters a new era. With our new online capabilities we can bring you the latest news right when it breaks. Visit our new ...

At approximately 4:00 Saturday afternoon, St. George Police responded to reports of a vehicle roll-over on Tonaquint Drive. Upon arrival officers found the single male occupant out of his vehicle and walking around. The driver appeared to have been traveling southbound near Chandler Drive when his truck drifted to ...

A lunch hour car accident on Bluff street brings traffic to a stand still, and sends two people to the hospital. 

The drivers of each mid-size sedan were the only ones involved and injured in the accident. Authorities say the passengers sustained minor injuries, but were transported as a precaution ...

Ever dreamed of becoming a teacher but didn't want to go through the complicated processes involved in doing so? Well an alternative solution to that problem has just become available for aspiring educators.

The Alternative Routes to Licensure program allows individuals who currently hold a bachelor's degree or ...

State leaders released on Wednesday a new weapon to fight crime: a cell phone.

Utah Attorney General Mark Shurtleff announced a new initiative allowing residents around Utah to anonymously give authorities tips via text or cell phone applications. This new tool is a quicker way to respond to a crime ...

Polygamist leader Warren Jeffs has elected to represent himself in his pending Texas trials, foregoing a professional lawyer.

Presiding judge Barbara Walthers continually advised Jeffs to consider other options, but eventually allowed the request.  Jeffs reportedly made statements with long, drawn out pauses, prompting some concern. Judge Walthers had to ...

Drumming up support for their publicly fallen client, Jeremy Johnson's attorneys are still fighting hard for his freedom. 

Johnson had a court date scheduled in Salt Lake City Thursday, with the state courts and his attorneys further arguing whether or not he should remain in jail. 

At an earlier ...

A man crossing Bluff street on foot was struck by a truck pulling a camp trailer Thursday afternoon.

Officer Bristol with the St. George Police Department said, "This was a rare situation where there was an actual accident and I don't believe anybody is in violation of anything at ...

After a fatal bus accident nearly one year ago, the driver of the tour bus issued an apology letter to the families and friends of the victims.

Yashushi Mikuni's three page apology in Japanese was written in regards to the 14 Japanese tourists headed from Nevada to visit several ...

For more than 40 years, Utah residents tuned in nightly to watch Dick Nourse give the day's headlines. On Tuesday, Nourse visited St. George to deliver a personal headline celebrating the anniversary of Americans with Disabilities Act, bringing his son Dayne, who suffers from Osteogenesis Imperfecta, or brittle Bone ...

With people using online services to pay bills, send notes and messages, and get the word out, the United States Postal Service is seeing a drastic decline in products and services. That decline, coupled with a weekend economy, is prompting the Postal Service to consider other options.

The 3,700 ...

People weren't the only ones getting in on the festivities celebrating the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act early Tuesday morning.

The Healing HEART Sanctuary brought some of its own disabled patients to interact with the crowd throughout the ADA event.

If you would like more information about ...

A Dixie State golfer sinks enough putts and hits enough fairways to win the Brigham City Open.

Shooting 65 through the tournament, Red Storm golfer Nick Drost edged Marlin Widdison by two strokes to claim the title. Drost has played for Dixie State Head Coach Reed McArthur since 2009, and ...

Research in Motion, the maker of the BlackBerry tablet and smartphone, announced Monday that they will be cutting 2,000 jobs in order to preserve a financially sound future for the company.

RIM says the company became too large and the growth seemingly outweighed opportunity while competing with other companies ...

The adidas Futures National Softball Tournament, which kicked off Wednesday, July 20, came to an end Sunday morning. The program was created to be the voice of the player and to attract the nation's top eligible uncommitted fastpitch recruits, and they did just that. The tournament brought over 900 ...

Aside from a town council, many call city council the purest form of democracy in the country. And the Washington County City Council race is taking place soon. The deadline to submit an application this year was July 15, and the list of candidates is now available.

The candidates are ...

As southern Utah gets bigger, the pace gets faster! Everything from our internet to fast-food, our lives get quicker every day, and one new addition to St. George's medical arsenal will make your trip to the hospital move in the same direction.

Dixie Regional Medical Center unveiled its crown ...

Former Utah governor, Jon Huntsman Jr., who joined the race for the White House nearly one month ago hit a speed bump today after his campaign manager resigned.

Susie Wiles did not give a major reason for resigning telling the Miami Herald “it was just time.”

Huntsman took little time ...

Southern Utah is known as many things, but a "Boxing City" is not one of them. Changing the way people swing when they think of the Beehive State is Pano Tiatia. The four time National Junior Golden Gloves Champion awaits his fighters, but as of now there is no one ...

The Washington County Sheriff's Office has had a busy summer and today members of the Sheriff's office and Task Force had an opportunity to fill the public in on details.

The Chamber of Commerce held its weekly luncheon today, hosting those agencies and invited them to share a ...

The 2011 adidas Futures National Tournament will feature over 900 of the best unsigned/uncommitted softball players from throughout the country.  The event will kick off tomorrow and will end on Sunday, July 24 in St. George, Utah at the Canyons Softball Complex.  The opening night of the event will ...

Watch the full SUN Newscast from July 19, 2011.

Following an investigation by Hurricane Police, Washington County Drug Task Force Officers and FBI agents, three suspects are now behind bars.  Hurricane City Public Information Officer Nancy Perkins says the investigation led to a stash of counterfeit bills, drugs and a truckload of computers, printers and other equipment used to ...

Dixie Regional Medical Center is preparing to formally unveil the latest addition to its life-saving crew-- the Augusta Life Flight Helicopter.

The state-of-the-art aircraft will provide a quicker, more efficient way of maintaining the health of patients involved in serious accidents. The helicopter will be deployed all throughout southern Utah ...

ST. GEORGE-- Afternoon traffic was ground to a halt Monday, as a single vehicle accident near mile marker 15 on northbound I-15 closed all three lanes. A LaVerkin woman was driving northbound on I-15 Monday when witnesses say she lost control of the vehicle and struck the center divider. The ...

Sometimes plans for family fun go awry. An elderly woman found that out the hard way Friday in downtown St. George.

65-year-old Linda Williamson was enjoying the new carousel in town square with her husband and grandson when an 8-foot fiberglass panel, weighing about 25 pounds, fell on her head ...

Wendell Winsor Pickering, (84) beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather, and Friend, was called home July 12, 2011, with his beloved wife and family at his side. He was born November 9, 1926, in Enterprise, Utah, to Ernest Arthur and Maryann Winsor Pickering. He was the fifth of six children. He attended ...

Efforts of the Washington County Area Task Force, Drug Enforcement Administration and several other federal, state and local agencies paid off today with a successful marijuana bust in Cove Wash near Veyo.

Authorities say the marijuana was being cultivated by a Mexican drug trafficking organization related to at least three ...

UPDATE: The Harrisburg fire is now 100 percent contained. Highway 91 south of Harrisburg and Highway 318 is reopened. Fire vehicles and personnel will remain in the area, so please use caution if you are traveling there.

Original story: Crews are battling a fire that has currently burned more than ...

As part of a renovation process, some St. George city roads will be chip sealed this summer. The chips must sit after the work is complete. However, crews will be out to sweep the roads within two weeks and residential streets will then be sprayed with a black seal coat. 

Come enjoy a hot summer night in remembrance of Chelsi Dawn Petersen. Don't forget you can still register for the 5k fun run/walk! All proceeds will go toward the Chelsi Petersen Memorial Scholarship Fund. The run will be tonight at 10 pm at the St. James Chapel in ...

July 14th, 2011

Southern Utah Now News is available to you where and when you want it! Click on the video to the left to watch the July 14 edition of SUN News bringing local news, weather and sports to St. George, Cedar City, Mesquite, and surrounding areas.

This broadcast ...

SUN Sports Limelight takes a look at Dixie State Football's Mike Langston.

SUN Sports Limelight looks at Sadi Dias, a Pine View High School Senior and outstanding basketball player.

School's out for the summer! But be warned, this can be the deadliest time of the year for teenagers. SUN News reporter Carson Stilson brings you the story.

St. George Landmark Judd's store turns 100 years old this year.

St. George, Utah - Shirley Mae Dearth Zwang passed away, at the age of 79, on July 1, 2011. She was born February 22, 1932 in Evanston, Wyoming to Frances Shirley and Wilford M. Price. She married Dee S. Dearth on August 11, 1954 in Evanston, Wyoming. They were later solemnized ...

Jack Keith Robinson, 87, beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, World War II veteran, coach, teacher and friend passed away in his sleep on June 9, 2011 in Saint George, Utah.

Jack was born February 26, 1924 to Paul G. Robinson and Ethel L. Paul in Rockford, Illinois.  Jack attended ...

Lois Kirk Reger, age 79, passed away Sunday, June 19, 2011 in St. George, UT. She was born June 17, 1932 in Pleasant Grove, UT to Wallace Robert Kirk and Cora Eleanor Tomlinson Kirk, who have since preceded her in death.

She is survived by her sons Robert Lynn Reger ...

Karl Alfred Schurter was born June 22, 1937 and raised in Glendale AZ by his native Swiss parents, Karl and Martha Schurter.

Karl was called to serve a mission to the Northern States Mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.  Upon returning from his mission, he enlisted ...

Hurricane, Utah - Our precious little Jayden, 2, passed away Sunday, June 26, 2011 at Primary Children’s Hospital in Salt Lake City, Utah. He was surrounded by his family. Jayden was born April 16, 2009 in St. George, Utah to Christina Renee Brown and Jason Alan Buchwitz.

Jayden’s big ...

St. George, UT - Barbara Louise Reboulet, 75, passed away June 23, 2011 in St. George, Utah. She was born on August 22, 1935 to Kurt Harold Berg and Marjorie Jane Carey Berg in Dayton, Ohio. She married Gerald C. Reboulet on February 23, 1980, their marriage was later solemnized in ...

Hurricane, UT - Caroline Martha Burns, age 73, passed away early Monday morning, June 13, 2011 at her home in Hurricane, Utah with her husband and two of her daughters at her side. She was born Caroline Martha Ranslow, daughter of Elwin Ranslow and Hazel McPhee, on June 25, 1937 in ...

St. George, Utah - Robert (Bob) Emery Krebs passed away June 13, 2011 in St. George, Utah. He was born July 2, 1935 in El Paso, Texas to Louis B. Krebs and Florence L. Kurtz Krebs. He was preceded in death by his wife, LaDonna Davis Krebs; his sister, Nancy A ...

Washington, UT - Mary Weber Fox passed away at her home in Washington, Utah on June 9, 2011. She was born in Gooding, Idaho on June 17, 1936 to Clara Weir and William Henry Weber.

The family moved to Eugene, Oregon where she received her early education. After graduating from high ...

St. George, Utah - Leon Gene Nebeker, 79, husband of Norma Jean Nebeker, passed peacefully June 5th, 2011 at 12:40 pm. Leon was born August 29, 1931 in Spanish Fork, Utah to Enoch Harmer and Gwen Gardner Nebeker. He married Norma Jean Nebeker on January 6th, 1954, who passed away ...

St. George, Utah - Bernice Sorenson Larson passed away June 3, 2011. She was born in a little adobe home in Axtell, Utah on September 21, 1913 to Peter Marlin and Sarah Lillian Sorenson. She and her two sisters and five brothers grew up on a farm in the strong family ...

St. George, Utah - Dorothy Jane (Janie) Bateman Blair was born December 17, 1916 in Decatur, Illinois to Bertha Beatrice (Betsy) Bateman Coombes and Lester Bateman. Janie, her sister Mimi, and brother Billy moved to Los Angeles, CA with their mother in the early 1920's.

She graduated from LA High ...

Santa Clara, Utah - Dan Beardshear, 75, passed away May 29, 2011 in Santa Clara, Utah. He was born May 24, 1936 to Kay Beardshear and Mary Eileen Teurman. Dan married Myrna in Palm Springs, CA on June 28, 1997.

Raised in Hayden, Colorado, Dan enlisted in the U.S. Marines ...

Ronald Wood Jensen, 82 passed away surrounded by his family Wednesday, June 1, 2011 in St George. He was born Nov. 22, 1928, in Holden to Harold and Grace Wood Jensen.

He is survived by his wife, Janeen Broderick; son Steven (Jolene); daughters Debbie (Stephen Bettinson), Julie (Doug Christian) and ...

Springdale has been receiving plenty of attention over the past month with talent from all over the country. World renowned Parachute being the most recent to grace the stage of O.C. Tanner Amphitheater. Being the last show of their tour before hitting the road with the Goo Goo Dolls ...

Graduation is something you might expect teenagers to be ecstatic for, a time to move on in life and mature. But not all graduations are for teenagers.

Utah Jazz Forward Jeremy Evans made his away around Utah, including a stop in St. George to host a basketball camp for St. George youth.

St. George local Dia Frampton continues her success on NBC's The Voice making it as one of the final eight contestants. SUN News joins the Frampton family to watch the show and talk about her success.

Fire destroys the home of one Toquerville family, and damages another, yet the victims manage to keep a positive outlook by relying on their faith to get them through this trial.

12-year-old Jacob Perry was at home with his father Craig Perry when he noticed his dad was choking. Jacob used the training he learned at Boy Scouts to save his fathers life.

The first annual St. George Polynesian Festival took place at Pine View High School. The festival offered art, food, and activities based on the Polynesian culture.

SUN News takes a looks a fad diets to decide which, if any, are most effective, and which diets employ best methods for losing weight and living a healthy lifestyle.

Cookie is a puppy that may look to be normal, but she's one of few dogs diagnosed with a rare disease called distemper. The virus, like many others, can not be cured once had. But vaccinations during early stages of its spread can stop it. Spread by contact with ...