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August 25th, 2026 West Jordan’s 2026 9/11 Day of Service and Remembrance

Each year, West Jordan honors the September 11 National Day of Service and Remembrance by bringing the community together to serve, uplift, and remember. This year, residents have two opportunities to make a meaningful impact—one […]

Event poster for a mountain biking fest in West Jordan, UT, featuring bold MTB letters, event dates, sponsor logos, a biker, and a faded mountain bike wheel in the background.

August 25th, 2026 MTB X Turns Wheels Park into a Battleground for Mountain Biking’s Best

MTB X is bringing the very first race of its kind right to Ron Wood Wheels Park on September 18 and 19. This competition comes from the minds of two industry pros: Joe Sirlin, designer […]

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August 24th, 2026 Sneak Peek: West Jordan Officially Unveils the New Water Tank Mural

If you’ve driven near SLCC’s Jordan Campus lately, you may have already noticed something vibrant rising above the trees. Wednesday, the City of West Jordan, in partnership with Salt Lake Community College (SLCC), will officially […]

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August 24th, 2026 650 Stolen Identities, One Award-Winning Investigation

Congratulations to our Property Crimes Unit for their Unit Citation Award from Chief Robertson! This award goes to teams that go above and beyond the call of duty, taking care of residents with care and […]

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August 24th, 2026 Spot a Problem in West Jordan City? Report It in Minutes

Help us help you! Let us know what is going on in your neighborhood! Fill out our online Citizen Service Request Form. You can tell us about graffiti, potholes in the street, broken things in […]

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August 24th, 2026 West Jordan Moves One Step Closer to a New Recreation Center at Ron Wood Park

West Jordan is one step closer to a new recreation center at Ron Wood Park. Last week, the Salt Lake County Council voted to move forward with a bond proposal that would help fund the […]

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August 11th, 2026 Fire Hydrants Aren’t Just for Emergencies — Here’s Why

Have you ever seen someone open a fire hydrant that wasn’t a West Jordan City-marked truck, or a fire fighter? Contractors and construction companies can get permits to use water from hydrants for projects. This […]

Two women in cowgirl hats and sashes stand on a colorful parade float decorated with vegetables, flowers, and a Wheels Park sign. The float features large cartoon turnips and bright green foliage.

August 11th, 2026 West Jordan Float Wins Best Spirit of Harvest Days

The West Jordan 2026 parade float won the Spirit of Harvest Days in Midvale this August. “What better way to honor Harvest Days than with the beets that were once harvested in both of our […]

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August 11th, 2026 West Jordan Residents Cut Water Use Despite Extreme Heat

West Jordan residents have made impressive progress in water conservation this summer. Even with July temperatures hitting 108 degrees, citywide water use was lower than during the same month last year. This communitywide effort supports […]

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August 11th, 2026 She Guards the Crosswalk. Last Spring, She Saved a Man’s Life

Kids are going back to school this month, filling the sidewalks morning and afternoon. Tamara Farnworth is one of the crossing guards who will be watching your kids and your community as everyone crosses every […]