Ann has served in her community, in various aspects, for many years.
Helping many as the President of the San Juan Credit Union.
She was instrumental in starting “Bountiful Baskets” so families could have access to fruits and vegetables at an affordable price.
She and her husband, Clark, run the local San Juan Theatre.

by David Boyle
News Director
Members of the Blanding City Council approved continued participation in a law enforcement task force, received reports on zoning, and discussed an administrative leave award at their latest meeting.
Members of the Blanding City Council formally approved their partnership in the Major Crimes and Drug Task Force through a resolution at their September 9 meeting.

by David Boyle
News Director
The annual Blanding Fall Festival is back this weekend with fun for the entire family at Centennial Park. Games, dancing and a community dinner all make up a day of fun on Saturday September 13.
The Fall Festival kicks off at 11:00 am Saturday morning with three-on-three basketball and cornhole tournaments with prizes to the winners. You can sign-up on the city website.

by David Boyle
News Director
Members of the Blanding City Council accepted primary election results, heard more comments on a proposed zone change, and reviewed downtown survey results as part of their August 26 meeting.

by David Boyle
News Director
The annual Ute Mountain Ute Tribe White Mesa Bear Dance is once again being held in San Juan County starting on Friday, August 29, and concluding on Monday, September 1. A full schedule of events can be found on page A4 in the San Juan Record.
The event is open to the public.
Friday starts with the sunrise prayer and blessing at 6 am at the Bear Dance Corral in White Mesa. 

by David Boyle
News Director
Blanding had a new city manager appointed at their latest meeting. The council also tabled a decision on a mobile home rezone request and approved agreements with the county and school district at their latest meeting.
Members of the Blanding City Council appointed Pratt Redd to serve as Blanding’s next city manager at the August 12 meeting.

Blanding city council primary election result will see four candidates advance to the November general election.
Blanding residents cast ballots during the August 12 election, 581 ballots have been counted with 1,494 registered voters in the city the primary election saw a 39-percent turnout.

Blanding City is holding a primary election on Tuesday August 12. Five candidates for Blanding City Council will be narrowed down to four candidates by Blanding City voters.
The top four vote earners next week will advance to the November municipal election as voters decide two members of the council.

by David Boyle
News Director
Members of the Blanding City Council approved policies to encourage additional housing, recognized firefighters and got an update on the potential water line to White Mesa at their latest meeting.
Members of the Blanding City Council received an update on the proposed water connection line to the White Mesa community at their July 22 meeting. 

Members of the Blanding City Council approved a demolition bid, heard a report on the 4th of July celebration and raised concerns with a proposed county landfill policy at their latest meeting.

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 small sample of their lifetime of service to community and county: 

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 five days starting July 1 and wrapping up on the 5th of July.

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 Manager Trent Herring shared he accepted a job as the Human Resource Director for Utah Navajo Health System.

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.

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.