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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…

PROVO, Utah — As the orange barrels of construction season roll into Provo, several city projects are underway to improve safety for pedestrians, particularly children commuting to school. One of the most talked-about initiatives is a sidewalk and storm drain installation along a two-block stretch of 6th South, between 1400 West and 1600 West, directly in front of Sunset View Elementary School. The project, which began this week, is part of the city’s broader effort to enhance safe routes to schools. Danielle Nixon, an engineer for the City of Provo, explained that the project focuses on installing a storm drain…