The Utah Summer Games has new goals and a fresh direction this year as USG's new director, Casey McClellan, takes the reins. McClellan said he is excited to be a part of the games, and would like to continue growing the program. "I just want to continue with the successes of past years, and would love to in the future - not necessarily this year, but in the years to come - just figure out a way to continue to grow and make each sport better and just continue to have it be a great event," he said.
As college students begin packing up and leaving for home, those who choose to stay in Cedar City may be reassured to hear that residents would describe Cedar City summers as entertaining. Ed Andrus, an Iron County resident from Parowan, said even though many students leave, summer in Cedar City is far from boring.
In a time of "great political disaffection," the American dream is still alive and Senator Harry Reid, D-Nev., says he's out to prove it. In his recently published non-profit memoir, The Good Fight, Reid tells of his journey from a shack in rural Nevada where he was born to the powerful office of Senate Majority Leader; a path that led through Cedar City.
(Posted May 7) The SUU Board of Trustees heard details from SUU President Michael T. Benson concerning the campus master plan Friday, putting the plan on a fast track toward approval this summer. The plan is "two-fold," Benson said after the meeting, with goals for the university during the next 10 years and a look at how SUU could appear in 25 years if growth continues.
(Posted Today) Several city employees were commended for their outstanding service to the city at Wednesday's city council meeting. Barbara Cooper of the Disability Action Team and Pat Keehley of the Planning and Zoning Commission were congratulated and commended for their excellent records of service to Cedar City.
The 2008 graduating class is the largest in university history and has made a lasting impression on SUU. Executive Director of Alumni relations Mindy Benson said the ceremony will be traditional and formal to honor the accomplishments of all the graduates.
After most SUU students leave Cedar City for the summer, campus is more alive than ever with several summer camps and programs that aid in the mental, physical or spiritual development of young visitors. The Governor's Honors Academy Director Quinn Mortensen said high school students love being on the SUU campus during the summer.
Business and offices on campus are tailoring their offices for summer so students may need to make adjustments to avoid any inconveniences. The Mac and Digital Photography labs will be closed for the summer, Art and Design Department Chair Eric Brown said.
Students inquire info about summer school There are three sections to summer school: Maymester, first session and second session. Maymester begins May 5 and ends May 23. First session begins May 27 and ends July 1. The second session begins July 2 and ends Aug.
(Posted May 8) Cedar City residents and business owners voiced concerns about a proposed light ordinance designed to cut down on light pollution during Wednesday's city council meeting. City Manager Ron Chandler said there had been a number of complaints from Cedar City residents about light pollution from industrial areas.
