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In other news, Spanish Fork is receiving $1.2 million in federal funds to assist in flood repair. And, roads in two northern Utah cities have closed due to malfunctioning railroad crossing arms.

Tribune reporter Emily Anderson Stern and Moab Times-Independent reporter Andrew Christiansen join UPR’s Tom Williams, who broadcast live from Moab this week, to talk about the latest news.

Utah currently has 227 "high hazard" dams, 107 in which are in need of some sort of rehabilitation based on Utah's criteria. The issue is the state only has funding for 6 of these 107 dams.

In other news, a Logan Walmart was evacuated early Sunday morning after an online bomb threat was made against the location, and various southern Utah state parks are expected to experience flash flooding this week.

In other news, fireworks sparked a brush fire in Parley's Canyon on Tuesday. With July 4 approaching, more fires are expected.

In other news, Salt Lake County libraries are now providing free menstrual products at all 18 of its branches. And, the Supreme Court is considering reviving approval for a rail project that would boost fuel production in rural eastern Utah.

In other news, Provo City officials are warning the public to stay away from the Provo River this summer. And, Utah has received $20 million in federal funding from the Federal Highway Administration to help “connect the West.”

Snowpack near Logan hit a peak of 27 inches the first week of April, due to warm spring temperatures, almost half has already melted.

In other news: the Cougar Pride Center has announced a date for its fourth annual Pride in Progress march and festival, which will celebrate LGBTQ+ individuals, especially those associated with Brigham Young University.

In other news, Davis Behavioral Health has received $8.2 million to build supportive housing for those struggling with substance abuse or mental health issues, and Panguitch residents urged to prepare for potential dam failure