Brigham City Council on May 15 approved a resolution authorizing contracts for a proposed natural gas power generation facility, advancing the project toward construction while leaving final financial commitments pending further approvals. The facility, designed to provide on-demand electricity during periods of high market prices, would be built within Brigham City near Mayor’s Pond. It would include three Caterpillar G3520K natural gas generators in the initial phase, capable of producing up to 15 megawatts. The city previously approved a feasibility study for the project in February, with the goal of reducing reliance on volatile wholesale energy markets. “We’re seeing more...

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Conversation grew heated at the May meeting of the Honeyville City Council following the reveal of a tentative agreement to rent the city owned property at 2620 W. 6900 North. The agreement would have seen a local couple move into the property at a rate lower than market in exchange for work to restore and maintain the property, which has been in decline. The agreement angered councilmember David Hougaard, who declared his intention to resign if it was approved. Hougaard said the agreement lacked assurances for the city concerning the renters’ backgrounds, credit, and security deposit. He further argued that...

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The Brigham City Council has unanimously approved a new interlocal agreement with the Town of Mantua to continue providing wastewater treatment services, replacing an expired contract with a more detailed and financially balanced framework. The five-year contract, approved May 15, reestablishes Brigham City’s provision of wastewater service to Mantua under updated terms. Brigham City Administrator Derek Oyler told the council that although the previous agreement had expired, Brigham continued providing service in the interim and wanted to ensure new terms were clearly documented and enforceable. “I feel like I’ve been working on this new agreement for more than five years,”...

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Box Elder County saw growth in maternal outreach, youth prevention work, and public health access in 2024, but a major reduction in federal funding could strain future services, according to the Bear River Health Department’s annual report presented May 14 to the County Commission. Health Director Jordan Mathis and Public Information Officer Estee Hunt delivered the report, which summarized service outcomes, health trends, and financial conditions across the department’s tri-county region of Box Elder, Cache, and Rich counties. Mathis said the department remains fiscally stable but has already absorbed a significant cut to its “health strategy” budget category. “We’ve already...

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Children and families in Box Elder County’s outlying communities could gain access to full library services under a proposal shared during the May 14 county commission meeting. Heather Crockett, community engagement director with United Way of Northern Utah, presented information compiled by the Box Elder Early Childhood Coalition, including findings from a public survey and a proposed funding plan. The proposal encourages cities outside Brigham City, including Perry, Willard, Honeyville, Corinne, and Mantua, to contract with the Brigham City Library, giving their residents access to the same services currently available to Brigham residents. “We know there’s further conversations we have....

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Box Elder County’s planning department will schedule a public meeting to discuss a proposed ordinance that would require land to be zoned for agriculture before it can be considered for an agricultural protection area. The meeting is intended to address confusion and prevent misinterpretation of the proposed change, which follows legal guidance confirming that under Utah law, unzoned land cannot qualify for an agricultural protection designation. Although the county has received applications to assign Ag protection area status from unzoned areas, those applications must still be processed under current rules until the ordinance is formally adopted. “We’ve started seeing an...

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The Box Elder High School baseball team saw their season come to an end sooner than they would have liked as the team lost their firstround playoff series against Woods Cross last Friday and Saturday. The Wildcats took Friday’s game by blanking the Bees 11-0, then finished the series with a 5-1 win on Saturday. The Bees had hoped to have built some momentum heading into the playoffs as they were able to split their series with Clearfield and then took both games against Bonneville over the final two weeks of the regular season. The Bees picked up a gritty...

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Celebrate 100 years of the Box Elder County Fair by helping Box Elder County Farm Bureau and the Box Elder County Fair 100 Year Celebration Committee feed 100 families high quality protein. Over 660 families visit the food pantries in Box Elder County every month. Additionally, protein is one of the hardest food items for food pantries to obtain. With the help of the community, Farm Bureau and local donors can support our youth and local agriculture, all while strengthening the community and helping families in need. Ways to help Attend the Box Elder County Fair, purchase an animal at...

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The Box Elder High School boys tennis team turned in a strong performance at the Region 5 tournament April 23-24, finishing second overall behind Woods Cross. Box Elder won four of five first-round matches, with standout play from sophomore Bryce Brotherson, who pulled off an upset at second singles over a higher-ranked Viewmont opponent. Isaac Dutson, after losing his first-round match, battled through the consolation bracket with two wins to add key points to the team total. At first singles, Ryan Jenson continued an impressive season by reaching the championship match, in which he lost to his opponent from Woods...

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With Brigham City increasing fees for ambulance services provided to neighboring communities, Willard officials are continuing their push to establish a cityrun ambulance operation, targeting a July 2026 launch. During the May 8 city council meeting, officials and staff reviewed projected staffing needs and potential revenue models, while emphasizing that much of the system’s structure remains in development. Councilmember Rex Christensen said the city will eventually need at least two full-time personnel to cover daytime calls, which are the most difficult to staff with current volunteers. “You’re going to have to have at least a couple of people that will...

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