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Tooele Transcript-Bulletin · Tooele, UT
Nearby: Tooele, UTA Tooele man was arrested Nov. 2 following an alleged domestic incident in which he reportedly threw a bottle at a victim and attempted to strangle them before fleeing from responding officers. The following information was provided in a probable cause statement written by Tooele City PD’s Officer Carson Leavitt concerning the incident that occurred on Nov. 2, 2026, in the area of 700 N 100 E. Prior to Officer Leavitt’s arrival, he was advised by dispatch that the reporting party was a third party to the incident where she stated the victim, her friend, was being assaulted. Once Officer Leavitt arrived on scene he made contact with the victim who stated the male, identified as Shawn Ronald Thomas, was no longer on scene. As it was described by the victim, Thomas allegedly threw a bottle at, and attempted to strangle, them. The victim continued, adding that the argument started because Thomas had court that day regarding a different domestic violence case concerning the two parties.
Tooele Transcript-Bulletin · Tooele, UT
Nearby: Tooele, UTThe former U.S. Magnesium facility, located along the southwestern shore of the Great Salt Lake near Rowley, is slated for potential redevelopment under a proposed agreement between the State of Utah and Texas-based Mariana Minerals. The company plans to explore new mineral extraction methods while working toward long-term environmental cleanup at the site. The State of Utah has selected a mineral extraction company to oversee the proposed redevelopment of the former U.S. Magnesium facility near Rowley with officials saying it could generate new economic opportunities for Tooele County and help address decades of environmental contamination along the Great Salt Lake. On Nov. 5, Gov. Spencer J. Cox announced that the Utah Division of Forestry, Fire and State Lands (FFSL) had selected Texas-based company Mariana Minerals to lead a phased redevelopment and potential restart of mineral extraction at the former industrial site.
Tooele Transcript-Bulletin · Tooele, UT
Nearby: Tooele, UTMore Heart of Service Awards were presented to Mayor Maresa Manzione, Dori Wilkinson, Nancy Stallings, Mike Wells, Colleen Johnson, Bob Johnson, Pat Saling, Dennis Hullinger, Rosemary Hullinger, Marcia Garza, Betty Shubert, Esmeralda Peña, William Davis, Sherille Davis, Jonathan Dewegeli, Jasmine Luna, Maren Beazer, Karen Pinkelman and Candy Winters. During a Tooele City Council meeting held on Nov. 4, 2026, at 7 p.m., America250 Tribute presented a number of JustServe awards to nominated residents for the various ways they have served their community. Mayor Maresa Manzione introduced the presentation, explaining that Tooele City takes pride in being a JustServe community and encourages residents to find opportunities to serve others. Cameron and Annalese Thorpe, local JustServe representatives, then explained the purpose behind the awards and the organization’s partnership with America250.
Tooele Transcript-Bulletin · Tooele, UT
Nearby: Tooele, UTDaoust prides himself on versatility in his shop after 23 years of experience. Erich Daoust, owner and operator of Black Elk Tattoo in Tooele, brought more than 20 years of experience to the table when he opened the studio’s doors four years ago. Daoust grew up in Heber City, Utah, during the 1980s and 1990s, which, as he explained, “led me to promptly want to move from that place, being a non-member of the church.” After moving to and spending a year in Salt Lake City, Daoust eventually relocated to Eugene, Oregon, where he began his first tattoo apprenticeship. After two years at that shop, he moved to another studio in Eugene to help open a new location in 1996 called High Priestess. After spending eight or nine years with the studio, he moved to Crimson Torch, where he worked alongside well-known local tattoo artist Joshua Carlton for approximately eight months. After Daoust’s wife accepted a position with Primary Children’s Hospital, the family moved back to Utah in 2013.
Deseret News · Salt Lake City, UT
Nearby: Salt Lake City, UTInterfaith and political leaders convened in Salt Lake City this week to discuss a pressing question: As the world moves forward with AI, how can humans thrive rather than fall behind? One organization offers up some ideas. The OI26: Human Flourishing in the Age of AI summit was held at the Utah state Capitol on Tuesday. Speakers included members of the Utah House and Senate, academics and professors from several universities, and faith leaders from multiple traditions. “We are not at the mercy of what may happen next,” the Rev. Marian Edmonds-Allen said in an interfaith panel at the conference.
Church News · Salt Lake City, UT
Nearby: Salt Lake City, UTIn mid-2025, seven young adults arrived in Salt Lake City, Utah. They were from all over the world — Brazil, the Philippines, France, Japan, Ghana, Mexico and the United States. They are all members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. And they were all participating in a six-part video series produced by the Church called “Dedicate.” The series premiered Sunday, Oct. 4, after the October 2026 general conference on that same YouTube channel, youtube.com/@churchofjesuschrist. It is also available to watch on Amazon Prime. Throughout the series, the seven young adults are shown touring Salt Lake Temple renovations and testifying of Christ, temples and temple covenants. “Dedicate” also includes interactions with several Church leaders, including President Dieter F. Uchtdorf, acting president of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, and Elder Neil L. Andersen and Elder Patrick Kearon, members of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles. Episodes 1 through 5 are now available.
Dispatch-Argus · Vineyard, UT
Nearby: Vineyard, UTThe Salt Lake Tribune reports on Utah City's development within Vineyard, focusing on its walkable downtown amidst skepticism from new city leaders about density and costs.
