🌱 Why is an Iron County commissioner suing over a secret meeting?
Cedar City, Utah Patch AM: a 4 min readGood morning Cedar City! Your connection to what's happening around town is here. Take a sip of coffee and read on. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- Why is an Iron County commissioner suing over a secret meeting?
- How an all-night drive to Cedar City changed one dancer’s future
- What a Cedar City trauma expert wants you to know before you ride
Also on today's calendar: High School Musical and 5 more events.
Today's riddle: What do sweet potatoes wear to bed? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Friday: Very warm, with a high of 93 and low of 63 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Saturday: Warm; a stray p.m. t-shower, temps: high: 92, low: 61.
- Sunday: An afternoon shower, with a high of 89 and low of 57 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Iron County Commissioner Paul Cozzens threatens lawsuit against Iron County over closed meeting (ksl.com) — An Iron County commissioner from Cedar City is threatening a zero-dollar lawsuit over a May 26 closed meeting he says improperly excluded him and veered off topic, raising transparency concerns. The dispute has already led to his removal from several liaison roles and a tense public exchange, as county leaders debate whether the closed-session recording should ever be released. 
• Lucy Smith Dances Her Way to Southern Utah University (pvc.news) — A determined young dancer is heading to Cedar City after earning a coveted spot on Southern Utah University’s dance team, balancing college life with intense practices and performances. Her whirlwind audition trip, including an overnight drive into town, sealed years of training and support from family and coaches. Residents can expect to see her representing SUU at games and community events soon.
• Key Safety Tips For Outdoor Recreation In Southern Utah (b921hits.com) — A trauma specialist at Intermountain Cedar City Hospital is urging residents to gear up and buckle up as summer recreation ramps up, stressing helmets, seatbelts, and proper clothing for ATV and motorcycle rides. He also warns about Southern Utah’s dangerous heat, advising plenty of water, light clothing, and quick action if symptoms of heat illness appear so locals can enjoy the season safely.
📸 Around Cedar City
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Upcoming Events in
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★ Featured events ★
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Vets Helping Vets Poker Run →
D&D Variety, 437 Aviation Way, Cedar City
10:00 am
Saturday June 13
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Other local events
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High School Musical →
The Forge Center for the Arts, 170 E Fiddlers Canyon Rd, Cedar City
7:00 pm -
Smart Saving Strategies
USU Extension - Iron County Office Virtual
12:00 pm -
Sustainable Grazing Workshop
USU Extension - Iron County Office 3580 S Hwy 89/91 Wellsville, UT 84660
10:00 am -
Smart Saving Strategies
USU Extension - Iron County Office Virtual
12:00 pm -
Sustainable Grazing Workshop
USU Extension - Iron County Office 3580 S Hwy 89/91 Wellsville, UT 84660
8:00 am -
DE Parent Night
Canyon View High AUD
5:30 pm -
Money Talks: How to Have Conversations About Finances
USU Extension - Iron County Office Virtual
12:00 pm
Saturday June 13
Tuesday June 16
Wednesday June 17
Thursday June 18
Friday June 19
Monday June 22
Tuesday June 23
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🗓 Events Nearby
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DSDHH: South Center - ASL Bowling Night Cedar City →
Cedar Bowling Center, 421 E N Old Hwy 91, Cedar City
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From Iron County With Pride: An America 250 Concert →
Upper Quad
7:00 pm -
Smart Saving Strategies
USU Extension - Iron County Office Virtual
12:00 pm -
Sustainable Grazing Workshop
USU Extension - Iron County Office 3580 S Hwy 89/91 Wellsville, UT 84660
10:00 am
Friday June 12
Tuesday June 16
Wednesday June 17
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- MARITZ COMPANY is currently hiring for remote positions, including Data Entry Clerk, Administrative Assistant, and Customer Service Representative roles.
These work-from-home opportunities offer competitive pay ranging from $25 to $35 per hour, with both part-time and full-time schedules available. … (Nextdoor Canyon View)
- The Home Depot, Inc. posted a job opening for Lot Associate in Cedar City. Apply here.
- Kroger posted a job opening for Bakery/Deli Clerk in Cedar City. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Cedar City here.
🗞 Nearby News
Hurricane
- Veterans on Course will tee it up at Copper Rock in Hurricane (stgeorgeutah.com)
- 'Look out for each other': Mountain lion sighting in Hurricane prompts safety warnings (abc4.com)
- TDS earns statewide and regional recognition for internet and community excellence (stgeorgeutah.com)
Washington
- Houlton Rallies Past Mattanawcook In Quarters (bigcountry969.com)
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Yammies! (Thank you Lynda S. for sending it in!)
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