San Juan County
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...
The Babylon Fire is at 85,370 acres as of the last official report on July 3 at 8:00 am.
11 crews made up of 524 personnel are battling the flames including seven helicopters, 17 engines, two dozers and five water tenders.
Over 200 members of the public attended meetings held on Thursday July 2 at...
A combination of a record-dry winter, low humidity, high temperatures and howling winds have combined to create one of the most dangerous fire seasons in recent memory in San Juan County.
The Babylon Fire, which started near the Babylon Pasture on Elk Ridge on Friday, June 26, has exploded. As of...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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