San Juan County

Proposed EMS tax will be on November ballot

by David Boyle News Director Members of the San Juan County Commission put an Emergency Medical Services tax question on the November ballot, signaled support for a Blanding affordable housing project, and reported on roads, water and rodeos at their latest meeting. Members of the Commission...

GOP seeks applicants to replace Assessor

The San Juan County Republican party is looking for applicants to fill the open position of San Juan County Assessor. Rick Meyer retired as the assessor on June 15. On June 9, the Utah State Tax Commission formally recommended that Meyer be removed from office, stating that the action is necessary...

San Juan County Landfill employee Kurt Lowe was the overall operator champion at a recent statewide competition, winning two of the four events. Courtesy photo.

Trash Talk: Local operators finish top in the state

by Jed Tate San Juan County Landfill Manager Two employees of the San Juan County Landfill earned top honors at a recent competition, including grand champion Kurt Lowe. On June 17, the State of Utah Beehive Chapter of Solid Waste Association of North America held a competition for landfill...

5 Ranges Phoenix Stables has partnered with Utah State University Extension to offer free, theraputic trail rides for U.S. military veterans in the stunning high desert landscape south of Lisbon Valley. The program held its inaugural ride on Friday, June 12. Courtesy photo

New nonprofit launches free trail rides for Veterans in San Juan County

A new nonprofit organization, 5 Ranges Phoenix Stables, has partnered with Utah State University Extension to offer free, therapeutic trail rides for U.S. military veterans in the stunning high desert landscape south of Lisbon Valley. The program, which incorporates elements of USU’s statewide Ride...

Four races in June 23 Republican primary

San Juan County voters who are members of the Republican party will participate in a June 23 primary election. The process will determine the party candidate on the November 3 general election ballot in several key races. Only registered members of the Republican party can participate in the...

County Assessor notifies of intent to retire

Rick Meyer has retired as San Juan County Assessor. The retirement became effective on June 15. On June 9, the Utah State Tax Commission formally recommended that Meyer be removed from office, stating that the action is necessary “to protect the public interest and restore the integrity of the...

New geospatial mapping software for San Juan County

by David Boyle News Director Members of the San Juan County Commission approved support for tourism marketing efforts, approved a county mapping software, and updated policy related to purchases as part of their latest meeting. Members of the San Juan County commission approved a three-year...

Custom Fit runs out of funding

For the first time since COVID, Custom Fit funds for San Juan County were exhausted before the end of the fiscal year. While businesses in hope of training support were unable to receive training reimbursement, exhausting the Custom Fit funding is a big win for the Southeastern Utah Custom Fit...

County Libraries invite readers to join Summer Reading Activities

by Sally Jack San Juan County Libraries are the grateful recipients of three recent grant awards: The Community Library Enhancement Fund Grant (CLEF) and the Teen and Children Book Enhancement Grant, which provided extra funds for new books, movie and fun educational activities, and a Technology...

Some of the swag that is available if you complete the Walk250 initiative in San Juan County. Courtesy photo

Special prizes for San Juan County as part of Walk250

by David Boyle News Director For those looking to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence this summer, a program offered across the United States has a neat twist in San Juan County. The Walk250 initiative is part of the broader America 250 celebrations occurring...