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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 […]

August 11th, 2026 159 Years: The Forgotten History of Pioneer Hall

159 years ago, in 1867, Canada became a country. The United States purchased Alaska from Russia. Karl Marx published Volume I of Das Kapital. And West Jordan’s Pioneer Hall was completed. Pioneer Hall (1137 West […]

A smiling woman in a red cowboy hat, white shirt with red, blue, and silver fringe, jeans, and a sash reading Western Stampede Queen stands against a worn white wooden wall.

July 28th, 2026 Raised on Ranch Work, Crowned in Rhinestones: Western Stampede’s Rodeo Queen

Behind the glitz and glam is a woman who grew up feeding horses twice a day, cattle ranching every summer, and doing every chore imaginable on a ranch, inside and out. Addie Bowler calls West […]

July 28th, 2026 The City of West Jordan Receives Building Together Award

West Jordan proudly accepted the Building Together Award from the Economic Development Corporation (EDC) of Utah. Ryan Starks and Greg Bisping presented the award to the West Jordan City Council on July 14, in gratitude […]

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July 28th, 2026 Mayor Burton Joins Regional “Love Your Watershed” Initiative

West Jordan Mayor Dirk Burton has officially joined dozens of leaders across the Jordan River Watershed in the year‑long Love Your Watershed Mayor’s Challenge, a regional effort designed to protect and improve the health of […]

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Last update July 30th, 2026 Summer Isn’t Over Yet: Here’s What’s Still Happening in West Jordan

Think summer is winding down? Think again. There’s still plenty of fun left to enjoy in West Jordan! From food trucks and community markets to concerts, outdoor movies, family activities, classes, and unique events, there’s […]

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July 28th, 2026 Explore More with West Jordan’s New Interactive Countywide Trail Map

West Jordan’s GIS Department has launched a powerful new resource for outdoor enthusiasts: an interactive trail map that covers the entire county and makes exploring local paths easier than ever. The map is now live […]