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KPCW’s flagship news program, Local News Hour, follows NPR’s Morning edition from 8 to 9 a.m. KPCW Senior News Director Leslie Thatcher hosts Monday through Thursday and Roger Goldman hosts Fridays. Get information directly from the people making news in the Wasatch Back with live interviews every weekday.

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Park City Chamber Bureau CEO Jennifer Wesselhoff discusses the June occupancy and room rates and says double-digit increases are expected in June and September, Kimball Arts Center Executive Director Aldy Milliken previews this year's Kimball Arts Fe... more

U.S. Forest Service Spokesperson Brenda Bushell has an update on the Buck Basin Fire in Wasatch County, which is now 64% contained, Southern Utah Wilderness Alliance Executive Director Scott Braden discusses the 90% reduction of Bears Ears and Grand ... more

Summit County Councilmember Canice Harte recaps Wednesday's meeting, including more discussion on adding a $150 million bond for two new fieldhouses on the November ballot, Park City Planning Director Rebecca Ward and Commission Chair Christin Van Di... more

Snyderville Basin Water Reclamation Executive Director Mike Luers discusses the June flush index which shows a 7% drop in visitors over 2025, Heber City Councilmember Aaron Cheatwood recaps Tuesday's council meeting and the possibility of shifting pa... more

Summit County Manager Shayne Scott previews the agenda for Wednesday's council meeting, including consideration of a $150 million bond for Basin Recreation facilities, Ballet West principal faculty member Allison DeBona discusses about the inaugural ... more

Summit County Health Department Director Phil Bondurant discusses the impact of wildfires on air quality and West Nile virus in the county, Summit County Sheriff Kacey Bates and Chief Deputy Jon Evans talk about the success of the July Fourth firewor... more

PLACE-PC representatives Tom Seitz and Kelly Pfaff talk about the grassroots group's objections to the Bonanza Park development plans, Park City Councilmember Tana Toly recaps Thursday's meeting, including an update on the senior center project and W... more

Summit County Councilmember Tonja Hanson recaps Wednesday's meeting, director of TedFest Ryan Shupe has details about this year's three-day music festival in Wallsburg and Park City Film Executive Director Katy Wang has a preview of upcoming Sundance... more

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Episode: Local News Hour | July 2, 2026
Rachel Sahlman
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Episode: Local News Hour | July 2, 2026
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Episode: Local News Hour | July 2, 2026
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Episode: Local News Hour | July 2, 2026
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Episode: Local News Hour | July 1, 2026
Cherie Wellmon
Park City Fire Marshal
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Episode: Local News Hour | July 1, 2026
Kathryn McMullin
Summit County Emergency Manager
Summit County
Episode: Local News Hour | June 30, 2026
Cindy Ball-Malone
Utah Talons Softball Head Coach
Utah Talons
Episode: Local News Hour | June 30, 2026
Hannah Flippen
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Episode: Local News Hour | June 30, 2026

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Leslie Thatcher
Senior News Director and host of Local News Hour; regular anchor with extensive coverage of Wasatch Back local news.

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Local News Hour | March 19, 2026
Q: What are the main local issues being addressed by the Summit County Council in this episode?
The council discusses redevelopment at Kimball Junction, the Dakota Pacific influence, the Canyons BRT funding, and the development agreement process, including how to mitigate impacts and ensure affordable housing components and public access policies.
Local News Hour | April 1, 2026
Q: What is the current status of the Browns Canyon and Klein-Darri projects?
Programs and planning discussions are ongoing, with text amendments and rezoning steps in play, along with upcoming planning commission work sessions to refine the code and address public input.
Local News Hour | March 26, 2026
Q: How does PEAK affect typical daily schedules for students?
The program prioritizes morning core academics and allows afternoons for training, with enrichment activities in music, art, and other programs, plus partnerships with local facilities to transport students.
Local News Hour | March 26, 2026
Q: What inspired the creation of the PEAK program and why now?
Elizabeth Phillips described listening to community needs, expanding support for student-athletes beyond skiing, and balancing rigorous academics with athletic training through coordinated transportation and open enrollment.
Local News Hour | March 25, 2026
Q: Which bills deserved more attention but didn't gain traction this session?
Homelessness and housing bills, particularly those aiming to ease zoning or enable ADUs, didn't move, illustrating ongoing concerns about housing affordability and local zoning authority.

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What is Local News Hour about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This program delivers in-depth local news coverage for the Wasatch Back region, with daily weather updates and live interviews from newsmakers, officials, and community leaders. Episodes typically blend meteorology, public safety, governance, transportation, and community events, often featuring discussions with city and county officials, nonprofit leaders, and local organizations about ongoing projects, budgets, and public initiatives. A notable strength is its strong emphasis on accessibility to local audiences through firsthand accounts and practical details—such as upcoming elections, infrastructure plans, and funding initiatives—making it useful for listeners who want a reliable pulse on regional happenings. The show's recurring format... more

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