Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 18th of August.
Good morning, Logan.
📰 Economy
Little Bear Bottoms at 5200 S.
US-89 in Wellsville is part of a $44.8 million boost to local agriculture as revealed by a Utah Department of Agriculture and Food study — this support is expected to advance agritourism and fuel economic growth in the area.
🌲 Environment
Great Salt Lake is near its second-lowest level at 4,190.40 ft and water officials say conservation efforts have kept it from hitting a record low today — if a dry winter returns, they will lease extra water and close the causeway berm to protect the lake.
USU Extension researchers recommend Japanese Wisteria for northern Utah landscapes as a vibrant, cooling addition to yards.
Gardeners should plant the fast-growing vine in spring or fall in full sun areas with sturdy support (routine pruning helps prevent unwanted spread).
Wildlife managers at Utah Division of Wildlife Resources advise hikers to stay 150 feet away from mountain goats grazing in alpine meadows this summer, as mothers with young may charge if approached, especially if dogs are off-leash & locals are urged to follow safety tips on local trails.
Wildlife officials euthanized a black bear seen in Cache Valley neighborhoods over the weekend due to severe heat stress and loss of fear toward people; officers tranquilized and captured the animal near Young Power Sports in south Logan on Sunday evening (neighbors tried cooling it with buckets of water).
🏛️ Government
Sen. John Curtis proposed a state-run temporary visa program to let Utah sponsor visas tailored to local labor needs in sectors like agriculture and construction; the bill provides safeguards for taxpayers and awaits federal approval amid debates over workforce shortages.
A new WalletHub study shows that Utah finished 50th nationally for women’s equality in work, education, health and political representation, while Idaho ranked 47th.
A WalletHub study showed that Utah ranked 50th for women’s equality based on measures in workplace, education and health; Idaho ranked 47th and Wyoming 35th, with data collected on July 20.
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