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227 Press Releases
  • Published on June 21, 2024 - 15:28 GMT

    - Naturalization Ceremony for 148 new citizens kicks off World Refugee Week

    SALT LAKE CITY (June 20, 2024) –– Today 148 individuals, including refugees, became U.S. citizens during a naturalization ceremony at the Utah State Capitol. The ceremony kicks off Utah’s 20th annual World Refugee Day celebrations. After completing all of …

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  • Published on June 21, 2024 - 13:47 GMT

    - Utah's Employment Summary: May 2024

    SALT LAKE CITY (June 21, 2024) — Utah’s nonfarm payroll employment for May 2024 increased an estimated 2.2% across the past 12 months, with the state’s economy adding a cumulative 38,100 jobs since May 2023. Utah’s current job count stands at 1,759,600. …

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  • Published on June 19, 2024 - 15:47 GMT

    - Daggett Municipal Building Authority receives funding for Community Health and Social Services Center

    Salt Lake City (June 19, 2024) – The Permanent Community Impact Board (CIB) approved a $5.786 million grant and a $1.447 million low-interest loan for the construction of an 18,000-square-foot Community Health and Social Services Center. "This new …

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  • Published on June 19, 2024 - 15:47 GMT

    - Town of Woodruff receives funding for road improvements

    Salt Lake City (June 19, 2024) – The Permanent Community Impact Board (CIB) approved a $564,392 grant for road improvements. "These road improvements will significantly enhance safety and accessibility for the residents of Woodruff," said board …

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  • Published on June 19, 2024 - 15:47 GMT

    - Town of Circleville receives $2.6 million grant for road improvements

    Salt Lake City (June 19, 2024) – The Permanent Community Impact Board (CIB) approved a $2.6 million grant for road improvements in the town of Circleville. "Improving these roads will significantly boost safety and accessibility for Circleville …

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  • Published on June 18, 2024 - 18:46 GMT

    - Utah celebrates 20th annual World Refugee Day

    SALT LAKE CITY (June 18, 2024) —  Utah celebrates its 20th annual World Refugee Day on June 21 and 22 at Big Cottonwood Regional Park (4300 S. 1300 E., Millcreek). Families can enjoy free activities, music and entertainment, storytelling, a global market …

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  • Published on May 17, 2024 - 14:11 GMT

    - Utah's Employment Summary: April 2024

    SALT LAKE CITY (May 17, 2024) — Utah’s nonfarm payroll employment for April 2024 increased an estimated 2.1% across the past 12 months, with the state’s economy adding a cumulative 36,800 jobs since April 2023. Utah’s current job count stands at 1,752,000. …

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  • Published on May 1, 2024 - 14:48 GMT

    - The Office of Homeless Services Announces Appointments for Utah Homeless Service Board

    SALT LAKE CITY (May 1, 2024) - House Bill 298 becomes effective today, officially establishing the Utah Homeless Services Board. The board will be responsible for coordinating efforts to provide wraparound services to individuals experiencing homelessness, …

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  • Published on April 30, 2024 - 16:25 GMT

    - Statewide Virtual Job Fair May 2

    SALT LAKE CITY (Apr. 30, 2024) – The Utah Department of Workforce Services is hosting a statewide virtual job fair, Thursday, May 2. Nearly 70 Utah employers will participate in the free online event. Employers at the event are hiring for more than 2,000 …

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  • Published on April 19, 2024 - 15:20 GMT

    - Utah's Employment Summary: March 2024

    SALT LAKE CITY (April 19, 2024) — Utah’s nonfarm payroll employment for March 2024 increased an estimated 2.1% across the past 12 months, with the state’s economy adding a cumulative 35,600 jobs since March 2023. Utah’s current job count stands at 1,739, …

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  • Published on April 2, 2024 - 20:43 GMT

    - Gov. Cox Declares Community Development Month in Utah

    SALT LAKE CITY, April 2, 2024 — Gov. Spencer J. Cox has officially proclaimed April as Community Development Month in the state of Utah. This declaration underscores the vital role of the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program, a crucial source …

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  • Published on March 22, 2024 - 14:13 GMT

    - Utah's Employment Summary: February 2024

    SALT LAKE CITY (March 22, 2024) — Utah’s nonfarm payroll employment for February 2024 increased an estimated 1.9% across the past 12 months, with the state’s economy adding a cumulative 32,600 jobs since February 2023. Utah’s current job count stands at 1, …

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  • Published on March 12, 2024 - 19:35 GMT

    - Workforce Services names Ben Crabb as new chief economist

    SALT LAKE CITY (March 12, 2024) — The Utah Department of Workforce Services announced the hire of Ben Crabb as its new chief economist. Crabb will replace Mark Knold, who is retiring in April 2024. “I’m excited to have Ben step into the role of chief …

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  • Published on March 6, 2024 - 14:34 GMT

    - Utah's Employment Summary: January 2024

    SALT LAKE CITY (March 6, 2024) — Utah’s nonfarm payroll employment for January 2024 increased an estimated 1.9% across the past 12 months, with the state’s economy adding a cumulative 32,100 jobs since January 2023. Utah’s current job count stands at 1,720 …

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  • Published on March 4, 2024 - 17:01 GMT

    - Statewide Virtual Job Fair Mar. 7

    SALT LAKE CITY (Mar. 4, 2024) – The Utah Department of Workforce Services is hosting a statewide virtual job fair, Thursday, Mar. 7. More than 50 Utah employers will participate in the free online event. Employers at the event are hiring for nearly 1,500 …

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  • Published on February 14, 2024 - 21:23 GMT

    - Town of Manila receives $3.5 million for sewer improvements

    Salt Lake City (Feb. 14, 2024) – The Permanent Community Impact Board (CIB) approved a $2,628,000 grant and a $877,000 low-interest loan for sewer improvements in Manila. At the Feb. 1, 2024, CIB meeting, the board also approved funding for the following …

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  • Published on February 14, 2024 - 21:23 GMT

    - Carbon County receives $283,000 grant for new emergency dispatch software

    Salt Lake City (Feb. 14, 2024) – The Permanent Community Impact Board (CIB) has granted $283,000 for the purchase of countywide emergency dispatch software for the Carbon County Sheriff, Price Police, Helper Police, East Carbon Police, and Wellington …

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  • Published on February 14, 2024 - 21:23 GMT

    - Milford receives $1.9 million for wastewater improvements

    Salt Lake City (Feb. 14, 2024) – The Permanent Community Impact Board (CIB) approved a $986,000 grant and a $986,000 low-interest loan for a wastewater improvement project at the Feb. 1, 2024, meeting. “We recognize the pressing importance of enhancing our …

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  • Published on February 14, 2024 - 21:23 GMT

    - Aurora receives $880,000 for roadwork projects

    Salt Lake City (Feb. 14, 2024) – The Permanent Community Impact Board (CIB) approved a $480,000 grant and a $400,000 low-interest loan for a road resurfacing project in Aurora.  At the Feb. 1, 2024, CIB meeting, the board also approved funding for the …

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  • Published on January 19, 2024 - 14:41 GMT

    - Utah's Employment Summary: December 2023

    SALT LAKE CITY (Jan. 19, 2024) — Utah’s nonfarm payroll employment for December 2023 increased an estimated 1.7% across the past 12 months, with the state’s economy adding a cumulative 28,900 jobs since December 2022. Utah’s current job count stands at 1, …

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