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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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Public Safety Message: CPR Courses Offered by Unified Fire Authority

Riverton's message on the two Unified Fire Authority CPR courses gives no dates, locations or sign-up path, and says CPR training can save a life.

RIVERTON — Unified Fire Authority offers the public two CPR courses, Riverton City said in a public safety message dated Feb. 1, 2026 and tied to American Heart Month [1].

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Riverton lifts boil water order after tests find no bacteria

All required tests came back negative, including for E. coli, and the city says bacterial and chlorine sampling in the area will increase.

RIVERTON — A boil water order issued by the Riverton City Water Department on May 19, 2026 was terminated effective immediately in a notice the city distributed May 21, 2026, after all required tests came back negative for bacteria, including E. coli, the city said [1].

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Riverton bans personal fireworks through July 21 under state order

Cox's executive order barred personal fireworks statewide through July 21, 2026; professional displays, including Riverton's July 4 show, were permitted.

RIVERTON — Personal fireworks were prohibited anywhere in Riverton through July 21, 2026 under a statewide ban issued through an executive order by Gov. Spencer Cox, the city said [1]. The period the order covered has since passed.

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Draper adopts ten ordinances, from records policy to development agreements

The notices record an ordinance number, the code section touched and the date of adoption; none describes the language changed or states a reason.

DRAPER — The Draper City Council adopted ten ordinances between August 2025 and September 2026, covering government records, short-term rentals, development agreements and amendments to the city's land use maps, according to the city's notices of ordinance adoption [1][2][3][4][5][6][7][8][9][10].

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Draper sets Oct. 6 hearing on request to halve minimum lot size near New Hope Drive

A request would rezone a property on 960 East from RA1 to RA2, cutting the minimum lot size from 40,000 to 20,000 square feet.

DRAPER — Draper City will hold a public hearing on Oct. 6 on a request to change the zoning designation of a property near 960 East New Hope Drive, a change that would allow smaller residential lots there.

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Trader Joe's to Open Herriman Store Oct. 9

The grocery chain also has a confirmed West Jordan store and plans one in South Jordan, according to The Salt Lake Tribune.

HERRIMAN — Trader Joe's will open its Herriman store on Friday, Oct. 9 at 9 a.m., the company said in a news release, according to The Salt Lake Tribune [1].

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Public Safety Message: New State Laws Regarding E-Bikes

Riverton City outlines new Utah e-bike rules taking effect May 6, 2026, and says police will educate first before issuing tickets.

RIVERTON — Riverton City is telling residents about new state laws covering e-bikes and other electric devices, most of which take effect on May 6, 2026, in a public safety message the city attributes to Police Chief Shane Taylor [1].

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Fall Cleanup Returns

Herriman's Fall Cleanup took two loads per household at Butterfield Park from Sept. 8-12; that drop-off window has now closed.

HERRIMAN — Herriman's annual Fall Cleanup ran Sept. 8 through Sept. 12 at the Butterfield Park West parking lot, 14200 S. 6400 W, and that drop-off window has now closed, according to the city. The lot took material each of those days from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. [1]

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Herriman Says School Zone and Standard Crosswalks Carry Different Rules

Zebra-striped school zone crossings require drivers to wait for pedestrians to cross the entire street; standard crosswalks do not.

HERRIMAN — With a new school year under way, Herriman City is reminding drivers and pedestrians that they will again be sharing busy streets and crossings around the city's schools, and that not all crosswalks carry the same requirements [1].

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Herriman council seeks gate options at Extra Space Storage; two items pass 5-0

Staff will return with cost estimates for the northeastern Herriman pedestrian connection; a recreation bond and field rental rules also came up.

HERRIMAN — The Herriman City Council directed staff to prepare options and cost estimates for improving a gate and closing a pedestrian connection between the Extra Space Storage property and the adjacent neighborhood in northeastern Herriman, after residents raised safety concerns [1].

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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 ...

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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 .

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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)

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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)