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Welcome, Oliver Leland Wilson!

Moab Sun News3 hours ago3 hours ago

Happy parents Kendra Cupps and Chris Wilson are thrilled to introduce their newest family member: Oliver Leland Wilson!

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Letter to the Editor: Proposition 4, Utah Redistricting, and Brammer’s Bill

Moab Sun News4 hours ago4 hours ago

“For those of us in southern Utah, stapling large pieces of Salt Lake to rural districts reliably shifts campaign attention north.”

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Letter: Support for Proposition 13

Moab Sun News4 hours ago4 hours ago

“Proposition 13 is about peace of mind. It ensures that when you call 911, help is always available. Or when fires break out, crews have the right equipment and gear. And when your senior needs a place to be, they can find it close to home.”

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Congrats to Aylah and Estelle, Margaret L. Hopkin Middle School Students of the Month!

Moab Sun News1 day ago1 day ago

Margaret L. Hopkin Middle School announced their choices for students of the month: Aylah Stocks-Dalton and Estelle Surkes!

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Science Moab: Unearthing Tiny Mammals in Cisco’s Jurassic Past (listen to the podcast!)

Moab Sun News4 days ago1 hour ago

Paleontologist Brian Davis uncovers rare Jurassic mammal fossils near Cisco, Utah—teeth, jaws, and clues to ancient ecosystems—shedding light on overlooked microhabitats and fossilization’s challenges.

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Moab Election 2025: Watch the debate hosted by the Moab Chamber of Commerce

Moab Sun News5 days ago5 days ago

Watch candidates speak at the Moab City Debate hosted by the Moab Chamber of Commerce. Video & full transcript of statements.

  • Community

Grand County High School Class of 1975 celebrates 50th reunion

Moab Sun News5 days ago5 days ago

Over 100 alumni in Grand County High School Class of 1975 came together in Moab on September 12-13 to celebrate their 50-year reunion.

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Dr. Angela Alexander: “Support Proposition 13 – Our Community’s Safety Depends on It” (opinion)

Moab Sun News1 week ago1 week ago

Proposition 13 proposes a 0.5% sales tax on hotel stays, restaurant dining, tours, and in-town clothing purchases—just five cents on every ten dollars spent. Revenue will support Grand County EMS, the Moab Valley Fire District and Canyonlands Care Center.

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  • Outdoors Stories

BLM reconsiders Labyrinth Canyon off-road vehicle restrictions amid political pressure

Moab Sun News1 week ago1 week ago

The BLM cites Executive Order 14313, “Establishing the President’s Make America Beautiful Again Commission,” as justification for reconsidering the restrictions.

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Moab mountain bike team heads to state championship after racking up another win

Moab Sun News1 week ago1 week ago

The Red Devil mountain bike team secured their spot in the state championships with a first-place finish in Panguitch on Saturday.

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