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Park City, Utah · Park CityJayden Parker Sever — the 20-year-old son of Heber City Police Chief Parker Sever — was taken into custody this week on two first-degree felony charges, attempted rape and object rape. According to court documents, the incidents occurred sometime between Feb. 1 and March 6 when Jayden was employed at Spring Gardens Senior Living. The Utah Attorney General’s office is investigating the case. “An allegation had been received that the defendant ha…See the Story
Heber City police chief’s son arrested on charges of raping dementia patients in assisted living facility
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Park City, Utah · Park CityA large crowd at the Utah Olympic Park on Wednesday celebrated the selection of Salt Lake City as the host of the 2034 Winter Olympics. Many left brief written messages about the Games on an oversized torch made of cardboard, providing insight into the thinking of people in the hours after the 2034 announcement.Clayton Steward/Park Record One couple at the Utah Olympic Park on Wednesday to celebrate the awarding of the 2034 Winter Olympics to t…See the Story
Winter Olympic messages in Park City: ‘Can’t wait for 2034!’ and ‘Beat Russia!!!’
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Park City, Utah · Park CityFew film festivals are more synonymous with its location than Sundance and the snowy mountains of Park City, Utah. But with the festival’s contract with its longtime host set to expire after the 2026 edition, a new era could be on the horizon. This spring the Sundance Institute accepted proposals from cities seeking to become the festival’s new home, ultimately narrowing the list down to six finalists: Atlanta, Georgia; Boulder, Colorado; Cincin…See the Story
Where Should Sundance Live? An IndieWire Poll
Park City, Utah · Park CityGoldener Hirsch, Auberge Resort Collection announced Thursday the appointment of James Miller as General Manager. As a seasoned hospitality worker with over 30 years of luxury hotel experience, Miller will oversee all operations, services, offerings and guest experiences. Miller has held management roles at luxury hotels around the world, according to a press release. His hospitality career began in Asia, where he started with Six Senses Resor…See the Story
Goldener Hirsch names new general manager
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Park City, Utah · Park CityThe Park City Kimball Arts Festival is Kimball Art Center’s largest fundraiser and is hosted in Old Town from August 2-4 this year. Here’s what you need to know to navigate getting to the festival. The festival itself will run 5-9 p.m. on Friday, August 2, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. on Saturday, August 3, and 10 a.m.-6 p.m. on Sunday, August 4. Tickets are $12 for adults, $6 for kids ages 6-17 and free for kids 5 and under. Bob Wells and Brew Pub Parking …See the Story
Kimball Arts Festival brings road and parking closures; here’s what to know
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Park City, Utah · Park CityA small fire started Wednesday afternoon in eastern Summit County. It’s since grown into a 200-plus acre wildfire that’s 0% contained. Local firefighters, bulldozers and aerial resources are working to extinguish the Dikker Hill Fire west of Echo Reservoir as dry conditions and fine fuels push the blaze to burn hot and fast, making it difficult to contain. The North Summit Fire Service District responded to the report around 4:30 p.m. on Wednesd…See the Story
Dikker Hill Fire in Echo reaches estimated 250 acres
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Park City, Utah · Park CitySix young Parkite athletes appeared alongside hundreds of other young athletes on the grassy Le Jardin d’Acclimatation, Paris’ oldest park, for the Sport dans la Ville’s Festival 24. The event formalized a partnership between the French youth group Sport dans le Ville and the Utah bid committee and included speeches from Utah first lady Abby Cox, Utah Jazz owner Ryan Smith and Lindsey Vonn.
Over 500 youth from 36 nations will participate in Fes…See the Story
Six young Utah athletes attend Sport dans la Ville’s Festival 24 in Paris
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Park City, Utah · Park CityThe National Ability Center announced Thursday morning the appointment of Willie Ford as the organization’s new CEO. “After an extensive eight-month search and reviewing over 100 applications, Willie stood out through his deep connection to our team, mission, and values,” read a post on the center’s website. “His exceptional leadership and extensive background in the outdoor industry make him an excellent fit for our organization.” Ford, who has…See the Story
National Ability Center names new CEO
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