Riverton's law enforcement service area board meets Nov. 17 with two items: approval of October's minutes and a second round on the long-range plan for the city's police operations.
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Riverton's America 250 program has two months left to run: the children's activity passport closes Oct. 31, a state traveling exhibit opens Nov. 2, and the city's patriotic art show closes Oct. 21.
RIVERTON — Riverton City's program marking the 250th anniversary of American independence is scheduled to continue into mid-December, with two of its remaining items closing in October, according to the city's exhibit schedule and its America 250 events page [1][2].
Riverton has almost finished metering its secondary water system, and state law gives the city until Jan. 1, 2030 to finish and until July 1, 2030 to bill by usage instead of lot size.
RIVERTON — Riverton's secondary water system runs through 182 miles of pressurized irrigation pipe with 2,581 valves and three reservoirs, and the city holds water shares in the Jordan River, Mayor Tish Buroker wrote in her April message to residents [1]. The system went online to all residential users in 2001, according to the Water Conservation and Efficiency Element of the Riverton City General Plan [2].
[Public Safety Messages] In the August 2026 Public Safety Message, Police Chief Shane Taylor explains how to recognize common cryptocurrency scams, avoid fraud, and protect yourself from financial scams targeting Utah residents.
RIVERTON — The Riverton Police Department published a public safety message on cryptocurrency scams, signed by Police Chief Shane Taylor and dated Aug. 1, 2026 [1].
A student riding an electric scooter was transported to the hospital after being hit by a car outside Mountain Ridge High School in Herriman on Monday.
HERRIMAN — A person riding an electric scooter was taken to the hospital Monday after being struck by a car in a crosswalk on Sentinel Ridge Boulevard, and the driver was cited for failure to yield to a pedestrian, according to FOX 13 Utah [1].
2026 General Election Information The 2026 General Election will take place Tuesday, November 3. Herriman residents are encouraged to review their voter registration information and become familiar...
HERRIMAN — The City of Herriman published information for the 2026 general election, which it said will take place Tuesday, Nov. 3, and is administered by Salt Lake County [1].
A new signal at Dragonfly Lane and Towne Commons Drive in Herriman is expected to begin operating Friday, Oct. 2, giving The Commons at Herriman Towne Center another access point.
HERRIMAN — A new traffic signal serving The Commons at Herriman Towne Center is expected to begin operating Friday, Oct. 2, the city stated in a notice posted Sept. 30 [1]. The signal will provide controlled access at Dragonfly Lane and Towne Commons Drive and adds a turn lane, creating a new turning option for drivers traveling to and from the development [1].
Herriman's Halloween Howl returns to J. Lynn Crane Park on Monday, Oct. 5, free to enter, and the city is telling sponsors to expect about 7,800 people.
Herriman Howl runs Monday, Oct. 5 from 5 to 8:30 p.m. at J. Lynn Crane Park & Plaza, 12998 S Fort Herriman Pkwy, with free admission and activities, the city states [1]. Lone Peak Herriman Emergency Room is the presenting sponsor [1].
Herriman opens Real Vista Drive and Juniper Crest Road to traffic on Oct. 6, completing the Mountain View Corridor connection the Panorama development agreement requires by July 2027.
HERRIMAN — Real Vista Drive and Juniper Crest Road open to traffic on Tuesday, October 6, along with a new traffic signal at the intersection with Mountain View Corridor, the city stated in a notice posted Sept. 29 [1]. The city said the connection will provide additional access between Mountain View Corridor and surrounding areas, and asked drivers to use caution as they become familiar with the new roadway, intersection and traffic signal [1]. The notice did not state a time of day for the opening [1].
The statement credits officers with professionalism and discipline, and lists protests, an officer-involved shooting and a fatal crash among the past two months' challenges.
RIVERTON — Riverton Mayor Tish Buroker and the five members of the Riverton City Council issued a joint statement thanking the Riverton Police Department, citing protests, an officer-involved shooting and a fatal crash among the events of the past two months [1].
Bluffdale Elementary's Portuguese immersion students marked Dia da Independência, the Brazilian holiday of Sept. 7, 1822.
BLUFFDALE — Students in Bluffdale Elementary's Portuguese dual language immersion program celebrated Brazilian Independence Day with song and dance, learning and performing traditional songs in Portuguese, the district said [1].
Another season of Friday Night Lights has come to an end in Jordan School District. Thank you to all the coaches, volunteers, and players who made this high school football season memorable across all six of our high schools. A … Continue reading → The post Herriman, Mountain Ridge Play in Football Semifinals appeared first on Jordan School District .
Join teacher Sam Densley and Westland Construction as they take you on a virtual tour inside the first phase of the West Jordan High School building renovation. The post Virtual Tour of West Jordan High School Remodel appeared first on Jordan School District .
The Riverton Law Enforcement Service Area Board will meet on Nov. 17, 2026, to discuss long-range planning. The meeting is scheduled for 7:00 PM at 12830 South Redwood Road in Riverton. (Source: utah.gov)
DRAPER — A Disney favorite is taking the stage at Corner Canyon High School, where students have spent months bringing the world of Arendelle to life. From live music to elaborate projections, performers say the school's production of Disney's "Frozen" is one of its most ambitious yet. (Source: KSL)
The Salt Lake County Board of Equalization is scheduled to meet on Tuesday, Nov. 17, 2026, to discuss several agenda items, including exempt property recommendations and late appeals. The meeting will be held at the Council Chambers in Salt Lake City and will be available for electronic participation via Webex. (Source: utah.gov)
Top-seeded Skyridge High School rallied past Herriman High School in a 35-34 6A state semifinal victory on Thursday, Nov. 12, 2026, to advance to the state championship. Junior quarterback Jagger Fountaine led the comeback with two rushing touchdowns and two passing touchdowns to secure the win at Rice-Eccles Stadium. (Source: lehifreepress.com)
Lynd Draper of Manti, Utah, passed away on October 30, 2026, at the age of 87. A celebration of her life is scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026, at Roy's Pizza. (Source: legacy.com)