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The Babylon fire grew to the east overnight with crews continuing to focus on primary objectives of public safety and protecting high-value assets.
The fire is up to 102,932 acres and was active late Wednesday night and the early hours of Thursday. Relative humidity levels were in the single digits...
Fire crews celebrate an 11-percent containment on the perimeter of the Babylon Fire while also recognizing a lot of work ahead in efforts to battle the wildfire now 101,073 acres in size.
Additional crew are on scene with 1,353 personnel made up of 34 crews including 68 engines, 22 helicopters, 21...
Large crowds gathered in Blanding for an epic Fourth of July celebration to mark the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.
The big Independence Day parade, which was led by an honor guard, featured a host of floats, dancers, riders and displays. In addition, fire engines drenched...
The City of Blanding recently presented the Lifetime Achievement Award to Steve and Adell Lovell in recognition of their extraordinary dedication, leadership, and service to the youth of the community. The Lovells took a place of honor in the Independence Day Parade in Blanding on July 4.
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The largest wildfire in the United States continues to burn in San Juan County with zero-percent containment.
The Babylon Fire has burned 100,479 acres as of the San Juan Record print deadline. The fire has brought in resources from across the country with 30 crews made up of 1,204 personnel...
The Babylon fire has burned 96,594 acres at remains at zero-percent containment as of the morning of Monday July 6. The acreage burned puts it as the largest active fire in the US.
29 crews made up of 1,142 personnel are fighting the fire with 11 helicopters, 56 engines, four dozers and 15 water...
by David Boyle
News Director
Firework restrictions are in effect in Blanding city meaning a complete ban on fireworks, excluding the showcase put on by the city with professionals on hand.
While restrictions are in effect, the Blanding City social media and website will have up-to-date information...
Large crowds are expected to gather in Blanding this week for a grand Independence Day celebration. The celebration culminates on July 4, a full 250 years after the Declaration of Independence was issued from Philadelphia during the American Revolution.
“Made in America” is the theme of the annual...
by Blanding Mayor Trevor Olson
Blanding City announces Truitt and Bonnie Purcell as Citizens of the Year for decades of dedicated service, leadership, and commitment to the people of our community.
Truitt Purcell has spent much of his life serving the residents of Blanding through his work with...
by Blanding Mayor Trevor Olson
The City of Blanding is honored to recognize Mike and Shan Redd as the Grand Marshals of this year’s 4th of July Parade.
Mike and Shan have deep roots in the Blanding community and have dedicated their lives to building not only a successful business, but also a...
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