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Hi St. George, we made it to Thursday! In today’s edition: Temple Quarry Trail hike, Intermountain Cup mountain bike race, Pretty in Pink art exhibit, and more.
— Cait Baker
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📰 In the news
Family-friendly lava rock trek: Temple Quarry Trail offers an easy St. George hike near Tech Ridge with pioneer history and city views, reaching the quarry that supplied stone for the St. George Temple — see trail details and history.
Community-based farming model: USU Extension in Washington County envisions an agriculture center for southern Utah, tied to an unannounced Dammeron Valley Vineyards donation, that would offer hands-on learning in grapes and desert agriculture — get all the details.
Faith-driven compassion endures: St. George pastors Jimi and Rickine Kestin keep their 2006 food ministry going, serving hot meals and food boxes to neighbors in need, even funding it from Social Security — read the full story.
Community connections in focus: St. George’s Element Plumbing, Heating & Air has launched a podcast and online hub connecting residents to local businesses, featuring interviews with Southern Utah entrepreneurs — get all the details.
Gold & silver are hot: Coming off gold’s best year since 1979, the momentum is carrying well into 2026 with silver remaining one of the most talked-about assets. Curious why precious metals are back in focus? American Hartford Gold has a free guide that explains what’s happening and how people are approaching it today. It’s free – and definitely worth a read.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175 per month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
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🫶 We got your back
A fresh Valentine’s alternative: Pretty in Pink opened earlier this month at Kolob Gallery in St. George, a month-long showcase of miniature paintings. Fiber artist Teri McHale is the Solo Artist. Pieces are small and distinctive, and the exhibition is expected to sell quickly during February. Read the full story.
New traffic patterns coming: Roadwork is ramping up around St. George. UDOT will add medians and turn lanes on Bluff Street as early as May, taking about 18 months. I-15 widening from St. George Blvd to Bluff Street is slated for August and may last nearly two years. Expect narrower lanes and slower traffic. See what’s planned and when.
Locally grown, seriously good: Wood Ash Rye channels Southern Utah’s bounty into a seasonal menu sourced from nearby farmers and makers, with cocktails to suit the moment. When the week drags, split a few plates with a friend, then leave happily full, a touch smug, and quietly impressed.
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📆 Around town this weekend
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🏓 Dink with Dove @ Little Valley Pickleball Complex St George UT | Friday (2/27) at 9:00 AM – Dink with DOVE returns with its annual pickleball tournament that serves more than bragging rights. Rally with neighbors, trade a few friendly points, and know every dink and donation supports DOVE Center’s programs and survivors of domestic violence. Knees optional, compassion required.
❄ Dixie Winterfest 2026 @ Hilton Garden Inn St. George | Friday (2/27) at 2:00 PM – If you’ve been waiting for a sign to reset, Dixie Winterfest brings AA fellowship to sunny St. George for a midwinter recharge. Think meetings, fellowship, and genuine connection, plus the joy of wearing sunglasses while the rest of Utah scrapes windshields. Real, warm, and welcoming.
🎶 Southern Utah Heritage Choir @ St. George Tabernacle | Friday (2/27) at 7:00 PM – Whether you’re a St. George Tabernacle regular or just craving something beautiful, the Southern Utah Heritage Choir’s spring concert, The Gift of Love, fills the hall with sacred works on love, faith, creation, and mercy. Expect goosebumps, polished voices, and uplift that actually lasts.
🚵 Intermountain Cup – Desert Canyons Revival @ Desert Canyons Trailhead | Saturday (2/28) at 7:00 AM – Dust off the mountain bike and roll into Desert Canyons for Intermountain Cup, where Weber Davis folks are rallying a team, veterans and newbies alike. They’ll show you the ropes, link’s in the comments. Not an official thing, just red dirt, legs, and bragging rights.
🧘 Be Embodied @ Electric Theater Center | Saturday (2/28) at 11:00 AM – If you’ve been waiting for a sign to get out of your head and back into your body, this is it. A grounded immersion with guided practice, practical tools, and real conversation with like-minded locals. Expect breathwork, mindful movement, and take-home rituals, minus the fluff.
🎨 “Desert Landscape” Paint Night @ Settlers Point Luxury RV Resort | Saturday (2/28) at 6:00 PM – Nothing beats zoning out with a paintbrush while someone else worries about the dishes. Paint desert skies, surprisingly flattering cacti, and that moody sunset we all promise to watch more. No experience, all supplies, good tunes, and better company.
🛸 High Priest @ Blues Katz Rock N Roll Grill | Saturday (2/28) at 8:00 PM – High Priest brings a full-throttle Judas Priest tribute to St. George. Expect roaring riffs, soaring vocals, and enough leather to make your pickleball club blush, so swap the visor for earplugs and call it cardio.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 St. George report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 79°F – Low: 48°F – Precip: 1%
Sunny, with a high near 79. West southwest wind around 3 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 48. North wind around 3 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 79°F – Low: 51°F – Precip: 0%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 79. North northwest wind around 2 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 51.
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🔥 Worth a peek
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