Blanding

Jim and Karen Slavens: Lives of San Juan Service

Jim and Karen Slavens were honored as the Grand Marshals of the 4th of July parade in Blanding. They will also be honored in City Council on July 8. Jim and Karen Slavens have given their entire lives to the building and the betterment of Blanding, as well as San Juan County. The following is a...

Blanding set for 2025 Independence Day Celebration

by David Boyle News Director Fireworks, a parade, a prayer breakfast and a host of events are happening across Blanding city as the area celebrates the 249 Independence Day for the USA. “Let Freedom Ring” is this year's theme for the Blanding 2025 Independence Day Celebration. Events stretch across...

Blanding City hears water and fire reports, and begins search for Administrator

by David Boyle News Director Members of the Blanding City Council received water and fire reports, passed their budget and will be looking for a new city administrator. While not reported at their latest meeting, news has recently broke that the city will be seeking a new administrator. City...

The Dinosaur Museum. photo courtesy Dinosaur-Museum.org

Dinosaur Museum celebrates 30 years

by David Boyle News Director The Dinosaur Museum in Blanding is proudly celebrating its 30th anniversary this year. To commemorate three decades in the community, the museum is offering half-price admission during the Blanding Independence Day celebration. In an interview with Redrock Radio co-...

“Foul Works at the Fireworks Factory”, a melodrama presented by the Edge of the Seaters Theatre Company, will be presented at the Arts and Events Center in Blanding July 1 through July 5. Under the direction of Debbie Knight, the cast includes (left to right): Sammie Hughes, Kari Pugh, Steven Legler, Anita Legler, Alicia Bayles, Paul Murdock, James Laws, and Debbie Knight. Courtesy photo

Foul Works at the Fireworks Factory, Blanding celebrates 42 years of 4th of July melodramas

By Kara Laws Contributing writer Independence Day is just around the corner and Blanding hosts an outstanding celebration. In addition to the traditional activities like a parade, booths, and fireworks, the 4th of July celebration in Blanding has included a melodrama since 1983. This year’s...

Little Miss Blanding crowned

Thirteen girls vied for the Little Miss Blanding title on June 19 but just five were left standing after the dust settled. Pictured are: (left to right) First Attendant Lucy Harris (daughter of JB and Loni Harris), Queen Austri Shumway (daughter of Logan and Kelli Shumway), Fourth Attendant Paisley...

Blanding water use up, city changes rate tiers

By David Boyle News Director Members of the Blanding City Council received a report on affordable housing, approved a trade with the county and warned about water usage at their latest meeting. Members of the city council received a report on a letter being sent out to residents to encourage water...

New O’Reilly Auto Parts store to open at South Main in Blanding

The Friendliest Parts Store in Town has opened a new location in Blanding, and is welcoming new customers with a big sale. The store is located at 736 S. Main St., and will host a grand opening celebration on Tuesday, June 24, 2025. The car show begins at 2 p.m. and the cookout begins at 5 p.m. As...

Candidates declared for municipal elections in Blanding, Bluff and Monticello

16 candidates filed for municipal elections in Blanding, Bluff and Monticello last week. Candidates for mayor and two council seats in all three towns will be seeking appointment to four-year terms by voters this year. Blanding is set to have the only primary race in the county. Five candidates are...

Blanding city approves grant for reservoir path, talk R2 zoning

Blanding city council members received a grant for a walking path, got an update on water and reviewed R2 zoning at their latest meeting. Members of the Blanding city council approved receipt of a grant to fund the fourth reservoir walking path project at the May 27 meeting. The city accepted $438,...