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Hey St. George, hope your week’s off to a good start! In case you missed yesterday’s email, BaseLocal Business went live last week… and it’s going way better than I ever could have imagined!
If you run a local business and haven’t signed up, you can join here for free.
The more businesses we have on the platform, the more events, announcements, news, cool spots to check out, and deals we’ll have to share with you all every week. So if you know of a local business that belongs in the newsletter, forward this email to them or send ‘em here so they sign up too! The more the merrier 🙂
That’s all for today – let’s get to it!
— Cait Baker
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📰 In the news
New numbers prompt regional rethink: University of Utah lowered Washington County’s growth forecast, projecting 384,339 residents by 2065. The shift could reshape water planning in St. George and delay the proposed Warner Valley Reservoir — see how planning could change.
City Hall changes ahead: Mayor-elect Jimmie Hughes lays out his agenda for St. George, promising business-style leadership, to restore public comment, streamline council meetings, and push for funding to expand the regional airport terminal — see what’s planned next.
Visitor travel impacts ahead: Zion National Park will restrict oversize vehicles on the Zion-Mount Carmel Highway starting June 7, between Canyon Junction and the east entrance, to protect heritage following safety studies — see vehicle size limits.
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.
Gold & silver are hot: Gold just had its best year since 1979. Silver did even better, climbing nearly 150% in 2025… and analysts expect the momentum to continue. If you’re curious about adding precious metals to your portfolio as a market hedge, American Hartford has a helpful guide that covers everything you need to know. It’s free — and definitely worth a read.
*We do our best to avoid paywalled articles. If any slip through, let me know which ones and I’ll permanently remove them from our source list!
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🫶 We got your back
What changed and why it matters: More Utahns can now seek federal downwinder compensation. RECA has been reinstated and expanded statewide, with payments for new applicants doubled to $100,000 and qualifying cancers like leukemia and multiple myeloma. Intermountain’s Downwinders Clinic in St. George is assisting residents and cautioning against unnecessary fees. Get all the details.
A local pour worth trying: At Silver Reef Wine, high‑elevation estate grapes from Pine Valley Mountain become sip‑worthy bottles. Think Bordeaux‑style Homestead Red or a mineral‑driven rosé fermented in a concrete egg. A low‑lift upgrade to weeknight dinner.
Dial in your stride: Skip the guesswork and let St. George Running Center fit you right, so your feet stop negotiating every run. They host community runs and stock trusted brands for every pace, making it an easy local fix for smoother miles.
A new haircare solution: My hair’s been thinning and I’ve been quietly ignoring it, hoping it’ll fix itself. Plot twist… it hasn’t. When I finally started looking into what I should do, there were so many options I didn’t know where to start. I stumbled on Keranique, and its simplicity really sold me. One kit, no pills, no choosing products, and no confusion whatsoever. It’s also on sale with a money-back guarantee (although I doubt you’ll need it).
An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial fee just to be seen to x-rays, surgery, medicine, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could get up to 90% cash back on your vet bill with this pet insurance plan.
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📆 Around town this week
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
This week
🎨 Frosted Sunset Paint Night @ Hive 435 Taphouse | Tuesday (1/20) at 7:00 PM – Think your stick figures have retired? Come prove them wrong at Frosted Sunset Paint Night, where you sip, chill, and coax a sunset onto canvas without judgment. Low stakes, high vibes, and creative therapy that pairs well with good company, and a glass.
🎶 Lew Winter @ George’s Corner Restaurant | Thursday (1/22) at 7:30 PM – Nothing beats unwinding to original, easy listening acoustic tunes, and Lew Winter has the mellow dialed in at George’s Corner. No covers, no Wonderwall, just songcraft with a pulse. Grab a seat, a drink, and let your shoulders drop a few inches.
🦆 Desert Duck Derby @ Red Hills Desert Garden | Friday (1/23) at 2:00 PM – Round up the crew and waddle over to Red Hills Desert Garden for the annual silly rubber duck race, celebrating National Rubber Ducky Day. Watch a fleet of plastic champions bob to victory, claim prizes, and enjoy that rare Utah spectacle, water moving on purpose.
This weekend
🏃 Sun Marathon @ Archie H. Gubler Park | Saturday (1/24) at 6:30 AM – Whether you’re chasing a PR or just the feeling in your toes again, this sunny St. George run offers a full, half, 10K, or 5K. Trade inversion for red rock warmth, log the miles, then bask in smug, post-race coffee like a champ.
🐂 Stout Park Stampede @ Sand Hollow Aquatic Center | Saturday (1/24) at 7:00 AM – Line up for the Stout Park Stampede, a cyclocross course that stitches paved paths and open terrain into a fast, flowing race. Expect quick laps, tight turns, and a steady rhythm, basically interval training that feels like play, with plenty of spots for civilized spectating.
🤝 Everyone Outreach Two Day Workshop @ Redemption Lutheran Church | Saturday (1/24) at 9:00 AM – Redemption Lutheran is hosting a two-day Everyone Outreach workshop, all about turning good intentions into everyday conversations that actually reach our neighbors. Think practical tools, zero guilt trips, and sustainable habits you can use long after the coffee, and the weekend buzz, runs out.
🎨 Brushes & Brunch @ Zion Brewery Station II | Sunday (1/25) at 12:00 PM – Call your brunch crew and come paint adorable Easter decor, sip mimosas, and catch up without shouting over a bar band. It is low-key self-care with a side of glitter, and you leave with a bunny you will actually display all spring.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 St. George report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 60°F – Low: 28°F – Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 60. East wind around 2 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 28. East northeast wind around 2 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 59°F – Low: 32°F – Precip: 0%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 59. South southeast wind around 1 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 32.
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