Author: Kevin Thompson

ST. GEORGE, Utah — After 16 years of grueling endurance, global recognition, and community pride, St. George is preparing to host its final Ironman race this weekend—marking the end of what many have called the most challenging Ironman event in the United States. On Saturday, approximately 2,500 athletes will take part in the Ironman 70.3 North American Championship, which begins at Sand Hollow Reservoir and finishes along Main Street in downtown St. George. The race will not only close a chapter in the city’s sporting history but also attract a record number of competitors—up by 1,000 from the previous year—many…

OGDEN, Utah — A quiet Ogden neighborhood was shaken this week after officials removed more than 150 dogs and cats from a single home, prompting shock and concern from residents. The owner of the home, Miguel Salgado-Vargas, is now facing over 600 charges in connection with the case. Neighbors watched in disbelief as authorities spent hours removing kennel after kennel from the residence. The sheer volume of animals stunned even seasoned officers, with one initially estimating nearly 300 dogs inside. A newly released video from inside the home revealed the extent of the overcrowding and poor conditions, prompting emotional responses…