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St. George · issues
Topics getting the most attention in St. George City public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
A new auto service shop is proposed near River Road, adding commercial retail options to an established shopping corridor.
A new 70-lot residential subdivision is moving through the review process in the Desert Canyons area.
The developer of Rusty Cliffs South is asking to cut the number of planned homes from 380 down to 294, potentially lowering neighborhood density.
A large new medical and professional office building is planned near Mall Drive, expanding healthcare and professional services in east St. George.
Developers want to shuffle home counts across different neighborhoods in the Ledges master plan. The total cap of 2,600 homes won't change, but some areas will get slightly more units while others lose them.
St. George is hitting an 'orange alert' for power usage because of this brutal heatwave. The city is asking everyone to dial back their electricity use during peak hours to keep the grid from crashing.
A resident requested speed bumps on their street, citing dangerous traffic levels and speeding vehicles using the road to bypass traffic lights.
Beaver City is picking up the pieces after a massive flood wrecked about 200 homes. If you want to lend a hand or need a place to turn for help, the city is officially organizing relief efforts right now.
The city is testing whether private companies can do certain jobs cheaper than city employees. So far, the city is finding that keeping these jobs in-house is actually better for both the budget and the quality of service.
St. George is taking over the famous 'H' on Hurricane Hill, meaning the city will now be the one taking care of this iconic local landmark. It's a big shift in how this piece of local history gets maintained.
A St. George councilwoman is catching heat for dropping over $100k in public funds on legal battles against drag queen events. Critics are calling it a massive waste of taxpayer cash for what they see as her personal agenda.
St. George is on the hook for $350,000 because they tried to ban a drag show. A court said that move violated the First Amendment rights of the performers, costing the city a hefty sum.
St. George is paying out $350,000 to drag performers after a legal battle over a banned show. The city tried to stop the event, but the courts said 'no way,' forcing the city to foot the bill.
St. George taxpayers are about to feel the pinch because the city lost a legal battle over a drag show. Expect your wallet to be a little lighter as the city has to pay up.
St. George has a brand new public space downtown called City Hall Plaza, and it's officially open! It's got a cool sculpture and is meant to be a place for everyone to enjoy.
The St. George Art Festival is getting a superhero upgrade this year! A special themed band is set to pack the place, making it a must-see event.
Congressman John Maloy held a town hall in St. George, and it wasn't all smooth sailing. Some folks showed up to protest, making it clear there are some hot-button issues on people's minds, both locally and nationally.
St. George is being called the best small city, but it's not all sunshine and rainbows. Major issues like water scarcity and sky-high housing prices are casting a shadow over the city's top ranking.
St. George isn't growing as fast as expected, which might mean adjustments to how the city plans for the future and uses its resources. It's a bit of a reality check for growth projections.
St. George's first female mayor, Michele Randall, lost her reelection bid. She's now planning her next steps after her term wraps up.
St. George is getting a new mayor, and the incoming guy, Hughes, is promising to be way more hands-on and available to you. It's a big shift from the usual, so expect some changes at city hall.
Tired of that awful smell from the dairy plant? St. George is stepping in to deal with the odor problem. Get ready for some fresher air!
Get ready for a fresh look downtown! St. George is sprucing up its historic core, focusing on Town Square to bring new energy and attract more visitors.
Remember that ugly scar on Black Hill? St. George is finally doing something about it after 40 years! Get ready for a cleaner look and maybe even better trails.
St. George's economy is absolutely crushing it, with job growth way outperforming the national average! This means more opportunities and a stronger local market for everyone.
Think St. George is growing too fast and losing its charm? The Santa Clara City Council candidates are talking about how to balance growth with keeping that small-town vibe. Get ready to hear a lot about this as they try to win your vote.
St. George voters, get ready! Your election guide just dropped, breaking down all the candidates and key issues. Don't go to the polls guessing – this is your cheat sheet for making informed decisions in the upcoming general election.
St. George voters are looking at a mayoral candidate who's promising to just listen to residents as their main strategy. They believe hearing people out is the key to tackling the city's challenges. It's a different approach, and we'll see if it resonates enough to win the election.
St. George is taking a different path than other cities when it comes to homelessness. Instead of kicking people out of encampments, they're focusing on offering services to help those in need find stability.
St. George is gearing up for a rematch! The current mayor and a city council member are battling it out again in the fall election. It's going to be a close race to see who leads the city next.