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Draper clinic is first in the West to implant an AI-designed lens, station reports

A Draper eye clinic began using an AI-designed intraocular lens this week, and FOX 13 reports its surgeon is the first in the Western United States to implant one.

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Draper TOD lot lines would be redrawn for multiple-family development under plat request

Four lots inside Draper's TOD area would be reconfigured under a request to support future multiple-family residential development, the notice states.

DRAPER — Lot lines inside Draper's TOD area would be redrawn under a request the Planning Commission will take up next month, according to a public hearing notice [1].

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Herriman opens Wide Hollow Trailhead and its 234-step incline

The trailhead near 6602 W Wide Hollow Drive adds parking for about 70 vehicles, a restroom and a new route onto the Bonneville Shoreline Trail.

HERRIMAN — Herriman City has opened the Wide Hollow Trailhead near 6602 W Wide Hollow Drive, adding a new access point to the Bonneville Shoreline Trail in the city's southern hills, the city said [1].

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Waterwise Improvements on Herriman Main Street

About 73,000 square feet of median grass was replaced and irrigation switched to drip, a change expected to cut water use 30 percent.

HERRIMAN — A landscaping project along Main Street replaced about 73,000 square feet of grass in the roadway medians with water-efficient rock mulch planter beds and upgraded the corridor's irrigation from traditional spray irrigation to drip irrigation, the city said [1].

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Monument Park Now Open

The 7.47-acre park on Herriman's west side has a playground, pavilion, four pickleball courts and an athletic field.

HERRIMAN — Herriman City has opened Monument Park, a 7.47-acre community park on the west side of the city built in partnership with the Olympia development. [1]

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Midas Creek Trail Extension Opens

The extension adds a pedestrian bridge near 12092 S Middle Teton Drive and anticipates a planned park and athletic complex.

HERRIMAN — Herriman City has opened the Midas Creek Trail Extension, including a new pedestrian bridge near 12092 S Middle Teton Drive. [1]

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Community Center Opens

The former military barracks, Lions Club and Herriman's first City Hall has reopened after a federally funded remodel.

HERRIMAN — Herriman City has celebrated the grand opening of the newly remodeled Herriman Community Center, reopening one of the community's most historic buildings. [1]

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West Nile Virus Awareness

Herriman City advises residents to drain standing water and use repellent after surveillance found West Nile virus earlier than usual this year.

HERRIMAN — Mosquito surveillance has detected West Nile virus earlier than usual this year, with more mosquito samples testing positive than at the same point in recent years, and health officials are encouraging residents to take simple precautions to reduce the risk, Herriman City said [1].

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Splash Pads Closing for the Season

Herriman's splash pads close for the season beginning Sept. 8, shortly after Labor Day, to allow maintenance and save water.

HERRIMAN — Herriman City's splash pads closed for the season beginning Tuesday, September 8, the city said.

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FrontRunner 2X canal work starts east of Royal Coachman Drive

Bluffdale alerted residents to heavy equipment, dust and noise from canal work starting as early as Sept. 21, 2026 and running through spring 2027.

BLUFFDALE — FrontRunner 2X crews were expected to begin construction as early as Sept. 21, 2026 on a section of canal that runs east of Royal Coachman Drive in Bluffdale, according to a project alert Bluffdale posted in its alert center on Sept. 21, 2026 [1].

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Public Safety Message: Preventive Measures for Burglaries

Riverton's police chief said in a January message that keeping car and garage doors locked is the most effective defense, as burglaries historically rise with winter.

RIVERTON — In a public safety message dated Jan. 7, 2026, Riverton Police Chief Shane Taylor urged residents to keep car and garage doors locked as winter approached, noting that vehicle and home burglaries have historically increased during that time of year [1].

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Your Government

Jordan School District·

Jordan District Runners Place Well at State Cross Country Meet

Herriman High School’s Trevin Lounsbury paced the field at Sugar House Park and won the UHSAA 6A State Cross Country Championship. Lounsbury finished first in the three-mile run in the boys’ division in 15:08 and helped Herriman secure a fourth-place … Continue reading → The post Jordan District Runners Place Well at State Cross Country Meet appeared first on Jordan School District .

Herriman·

Water Source Transition

Seasonal Water Source Transition Now in Effect Herriman City has completed its seasonal water source transition and is now relying on water supplied by the Jordan Valley Water Conservancy District ...

Jordan School District·

Announcement of Jordan School District Board of Education Member Vacancy Voting District 5

The Board of Education of Jordan School District announces a midterm vacancy in Voting District 5. Voting District 5 geographically covers some areas within the cities of Copperton, Herriman, South Jordan, and West Jordan. The Board of Education will meet … Continue reading → The post Announcement of Jordan School District Board of Education Member Vacancy Voting District 5 appeared first on Jordan School District .

Regional Media

Utah News·

AI-designed lens offers new vision option for Utah patients

A new artificial lens designed with the help of artificial intelligence is being used in Utah, offering some ophthalmology patients a new option for vision correction. At Hoopes Vision in Draper, Dr. Benjamin Buckner began using Rayner’s Galaxy lens on Tuesday. (Source: Fox 13)

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Jordan District Runners Compete at State Cross Country Meet

Trevin Lounsbury of Herriman High School won the UHSAA 6A State Cross Country Championship at Sugar House Park. According to an October 27 report, Lounsbury's performance helped Herriman secure a fourth-place team finish in the boys' division. (Source: jordandistrict.org)

Utah News·

Mountain Ridge High Student Dies in Arkansas Accident

Landon James Dutson, a 16-year-old mountain biker and student at Mountain Ridge High School, died on Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2026, following a tree-cutting accident in Arkansas. A memorial service for the Herriman resident is scheduled for Friday, Oct. 30, 2026. (Source: results.bikereg.com)

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South Jordan City Council may attend 2026 ULCT Convention

The South Jordan City Council may attend the Utah League of Cities and Towns 2026 Annual Convention in Salt Lake City. According to a October 26 notice, no motions or actions will be taken by council members during the event. (Source: utah.gov)

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South Jordan Council Members May Attend Titan Awards Oct. 27

The South Jordan Mayor and City Council members may attend the South Valley Chamber Titan Awards on Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2026. According to an Oct. 26 notice, no motions or actions will be taken by the council members during the event. (Source: utah.gov)

Utah News·

Why Crossroads Urban Center wants UTA to postpone its proposed fare increase

Updated - Oct. Carter Williams KSL A Utah Transit Authority bus travels east on 3500 South at Redwood Road in West Valley City on June 26, 2023. Leaders of the Crossroads Urban Center sent UTA leaders a letter last week urging the agency to pause its proposed fare increase until it increases outreach over discounted passes. (Source: KSL)

Utah News·

Dog rescued after house fire sparks in Herriman

HERRIMAN, Utah (ABC4) — Multiple crews responded to a house fire in Herriman on Monday evening. According to Unified Fire, the fire was located near 6300 W 11800 South in Herriman. Neighbors called in the fire at approximately 6:10 pm. When crews entered the residence, heavy smoke and flames were seen on the main level. (Source: ABC4)