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Data Centers vs. Water in Utah and Beyond: Utah’s pushback is spreading: Iron County paused data center applications for six months, Denver is weighing a one-year moratorium, and Wyoming’s new “Wyoming Way” framework would allow growth with guardrails—while Utah leaders debate downsizing Kevin O’Leary’s massive Stratos Project near the Great Salt Lake. Wildlife Funding: Utah’s Species Protection Account approved $5.1 million for 33 wildlife recovery projects in 2026–27, aiming to prevent future Endangered Species Act listings. Drought and Fishing: With low water and warmer conditions stressing fish, Utah DWR is urging anglers to plan ahead for drought-affected lakes and reservoirs. Wildfire Risk: Record-warm, dry conditions are driving elevated wildfire danger statewide, with officials warning communities to prepare for a “bad wildfire year.” Great Salt Lake Funding: A House appropriations bill cleared committee action to set aside $10 million for a Great Salt Lake Watershed Recovery Program—positioning Utah to pursue larger federal support. AI in Schools: Utah schools are set to roll out Google’s Gemini for Education statewide next year, with a focus on data privacy and responsible use.

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Utah’s Species Protection Account allocates $5.1 million to fund 33 projects in 2026 that help wildlife recover

Utah’s Species Protection Account allocates $5.1 million to fund 33 projects in 2026 that help wildlife recover

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Utah Ski Team signs Sebastian Hagan for 2027 season

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This rural Utah town is ready for the bad wildfire year many suspect is coming

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Data center proposals in Utah are controversial. What about in neighboring states?

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Utah Valley University signs Serbian forward Jovan Nekić for upcoming season

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Utah introduces AI tools in classrooms statewide


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