Big news for Box Elder County! A new Community Campus has opened in Brigham City, packing in a ton of new services. Think easier access to support and resources for everyone in the area.
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Rising — being discussed more frequently. 5 mentions in the last 30 days, 2 the 60 before, 2 the 90 before that.
Expanding access could require significant funding, with estimates around $319,000 annually.
Children under five and families living outside of Brigham City.
The county taxpayers, as the cost of maintaining the facilities is not being fully offset by user fees.
BRIGHAM CITY - Senior citizens in Brigham City are still trying to adjust to not having a city-run transportation system. The city stopped transporting seniors to different locations two years ago.
The Bear River Safe Communities Coalition (BRSCC) recognized local individuals and organizations Monday evening whose service has strengthened northern Box Elder County during its second annual 'Shine Your Light' awards celebration.
The Brigham City Council has appointed Kurt Manship and Lanae Ayotte to the Brigham City Library Board. The appointments were approved June 18 as part of the councilu2019s consent agenda. Before the vote, Mayor DJ Bott welcomed the two new members and said both would u201cdo a fantastic jobu201d helping the library moving forward. The board consists of six trustees <a href="https://www.benewsjournal.com/articles/two-appointed-to-bc-library-board/">[&hellip;]</a>
Save Medicaid choice in recovery Editor: Choice in recovery saves lives. Our northern Utah communities face a quiet shift in healthcare access. It was recently announced that Bear River Mental Health will soon be the sole Medicaid-accepted substance recovery provider in our region—Box Elder, Cache, Rich Counties. As an RN/hypnotherapist working in the recovery field, in Box Elder County I <a href="https://www.benewsjournal.com/articles/yourperspectives-31/">[&hellip;]</a>
WASHINGTON, D.C. – In the midst of a heated re-election campaign, U.S. Rep. Blake Moore (R-UT) is claiming credit for securing more than $30 million in federal funding for his constituents to address water infrastructure, public safety, military readiness and other concerns.
Brigham City discussed the hiring of approximately 110 seasonal employees during the May 21 City Council meeting as departments prepare for the cityu2019s busiest summer months. The seasonal workers support operations including parks, recreation programs, the city swimming pool, golf course maintenance and other summer services. Mayor DJ Bott said the city relies on employees u201cto take care of the <a href="https://www.benewsjournal.com/articles/brigham-city-prepares-for-summer-operations/">[&hellip;]</a>
The county is looking at how to use federal block grants to improve local water infrastructure. This is important because it helps ensure reliable water services for residents in the Riverside North Garland area.
The county is seeing more requests for free use of the fairgrounds, which is putting a strain on resources and staff.
An update was provided on the Box Elder County Victims Advocate Services, detailing the number of victims assisted and the services offered, including information on victim rights and forensic interviews.
CAPSA speeds up transitional housing project in Box Elder County after Tremonton tragedy FOX 13 News Utah
Many children in outlying areas of the county currently lack free access to library services. The United Way is pushing for solutions to ensure all kids can get library cards.
Why tax repeal in 3 cities won't change plans to expand FrontRunner into Box Elder County KSL News
Box Elder County adds agent to state Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force KUTV
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