Eva “Bink” Herinková
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#BREAKING: Search and Rescue teams are looking for a missing kayaker who was reported missing by his family.
They've found an overturned kayak on the water, but Sgt. Skyler Talbot said the scene is still considered an active search as of 7 p.m.
They've found an overturned kayak on the water, but Sgt. Skyler Talbot said the scene is still considered an active search as of 7 p.m.
Search and rescue operations underway for missing Echo Reservoir kayaker - Park Record
Search and Rescue teams are attempting to locate a kayaker who they believe may have fallen overboard while recreating on Echo Reservoir.
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September 24, 2025 at 1:24 AM
#BREAKING: Search and Rescue teams are looking for a missing kayaker who was reported missing by his family.
They've found an overturned kayak on the water, but Sgt. Skyler Talbot said the scene is still considered an active search as of 7 p.m.
They've found an overturned kayak on the water, but Sgt. Skyler Talbot said the scene is still considered an active search as of 7 p.m.
Summit County officials are reviewing the progress they’ve made so far on the annual work plan, an expansive document detailing every major initiative and project the county hopes to achieve in the four months before the end of the year.
Staff provide mid-year update on work plan to Summit County Council - Park Record
Summit County officials are reviewing the progress they’ve made so far on the annual work plan, an expansive document detailing major initiatives.
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August 22, 2025 at 8:07 PM
Summit County officials are reviewing the progress they’ve made so far on the annual work plan, an expansive document detailing every major initiative and project the county hopes to achieve in the four months before the end of the year.
Thank you to the Park City School District and the Summit County Sheriff's Office for letting me tag along during a SWAT training exercise at Treasure Mountain Junior High School this week.
Here's what I learned:
Here's what I learned:
Treasure Mountain Junior High serves as real-world training ground for law enforcement - Park Record
Law enforcement officials gathered at the soon-to-be-demolished school to practice SWAT techniques in a realistic situation.
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August 22, 2025 at 5:56 PM
Thank you to the Park City School District and the Summit County Sheriff's Office for letting me tag along during a SWAT training exercise at Treasure Mountain Junior High School this week.
Here's what I learned:
Here's what I learned:
The Summit County Council gave its final approval of the 910 Cattle Ranch’s conservation easement last week, paving the way for the county Lands and Natural Resources division to close on the 8,500-acre Jeremy Ranch property by the end of September.
Summit County to close on 910 Cattle Ranch by end of September - Park Record
Summit County expects to close on the 8,500-acre 910 Cattle Ranch property by the end of September.
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August 18, 2025 at 3:43 PM
The Summit County Council gave its final approval of the 910 Cattle Ranch’s conservation easement last week, paving the way for the county Lands and Natural Resources division to close on the 8,500-acre Jeremy Ranch property by the end of September.
The Francis City Council reluctantly approved the architectural plans for a hotel on the corner of S.R. 35 last week after an informal mediation process, as part of an ongoing lawsuit, resulted in an opinion favoring the development company.
Francis City Council reluctantly approves hotel's architectural design - Park Record
The Francis City Council reluctantly approved the architectural plans for The Stonewright after an intermediary unofficially sided with developers.
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August 13, 2025 at 7:38 PM
The Francis City Council reluctantly approved the architectural plans for a hotel on the corner of S.R. 35 last week after an informal mediation process, as part of an ongoing lawsuit, resulted in an opinion favoring the development company.
#BREAKING: Summit County's preliminary results are in.
Candidates vying for the mayoral seat were eliminated in Coalville and Henefer, as well as a swath of competitors eyeing positions on the Coalville and Francis city councils. #utpol
Candidates vying for the mayoral seat were eliminated in Coalville and Henefer, as well as a swath of competitors eyeing positions on the Coalville and Francis city councils. #utpol
Summit County's preliminary election results are in - Park Record
The final ballot counts from Tuesday’s primary election are still trickling in, with voters choosing preferred candidates in several municipal elections.
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August 13, 2025 at 3:05 AM
The real estate company spearheading the construction of a luxury housing development near Coalville, Wohali Land Estates, filed for bankruptcy in federal court last week with a reported debt totaling more than $13 million.
Wohali files for bankruptcy with debt totaling more than $13 million - Park Record
Wohali Land Estates filed for bankruptcy in federal court last week with a reported debt totaling more than $13 million.
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August 12, 2025 at 6:50 PM
The real estate company spearheading the construction of a luxury housing development near Coalville, Wohali Land Estates, filed for bankruptcy in federal court last week with a reported debt totaling more than $13 million.
Construction on the Park City School District’s multimillion-dollar Treasure Mountain Sports Complex is officially underway.
Construction starts on Treasure Mountain Sports Complex - Park Record
Construction on the Park City School District’s multimillion-dollar Treasure Mountain Sports Complex is officially underway.
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August 11, 2025 at 8:09 PM
Construction on the Park City School District’s multimillion-dollar Treasure Mountain Sports Complex is officially underway.
The Summit County Health Department aims to be as proactive as possible to educate community members about the virus and prevent a large-scale epidemic, especially with students returning to school in the next few weeks.
Summit County Health Department works with state, local schools to curb measles spread - Park Record
The Summit County Health Department aims to be as proactive as possible to educate the community about measles and prevent a large-scale epidemic.
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August 8, 2025 at 6:30 PM
The Summit County Health Department aims to be as proactive as possible to educate community members about the virus and prevent a large-scale epidemic, especially with students returning to school in the next few weeks.
Summit County is no longer considering a controversial affordable housing project near the intersection of U.S. 40 and Interstate 80 after the development company allowed its application with the county to expire earlier this year.
Highland Flats development application expires 'due to inactivity' after pushback from residents, Summit County Council - Park Record
Summit County is no longer considering a controversial affordable housing project after developers allowed the application to expire earlier this year.
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August 8, 2025 at 5:10 PM
Summit County is no longer considering a controversial affordable housing project near the intersection of U.S. 40 and Interstate 80 after the development company allowed its application with the county to expire earlier this year.
The Summit County Districting Commission finalized a map breaking the county into five pieces on Monday, aligning Summit County with new state legislation and showcasing the growing divide between mayors on the East Side and County Courthouse officials.
East Side, West Side officials clash before voting on district map recommendation - Park Record
The Summit County Districting Commission finalized a map breaking the county into five distinct geographical districts on Monday.
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August 7, 2025 at 7:45 PM
The Summit County Districting Commission finalized a map breaking the county into five pieces on Monday, aligning Summit County with new state legislation and showcasing the growing divide between mayors on the East Side and County Courthouse officials.
A woman who was hit by a vehicle on Kilby Road two years ago is suing Summit County and High Valley Transit over the intersection’s “negligently designed” crosswalk, which she claims contributed to the accident.
County Courthouse, High Valley Transit sued over Kilby Road crosswalk safety - Park Record
A woman who was hit by a vehicle on Kilby Road is suing the county and High Valley Transit over the intersection’s “negligently designed” crosswalk.
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August 7, 2025 at 5:08 PM
A woman who was hit by a vehicle on Kilby Road two years ago is suing Summit County and High Valley Transit over the intersection’s “negligently designed” crosswalk, which she claims contributed to the accident.
As a single mother of four boys, Lynsi Stone knows what it takes to juggle work, family and community to build a good life on the East Side.
That's why, Stone said, she’s running for a spot on the Francis City Council. #utpol
That's why, Stone said, she’s running for a spot on the Francis City Council. #utpol
Francis mother of four seeks City Council seat - Park Record
Lynsi Stone is a single mother of four born and raised in the Kamas Valley. She's now running for a spot on the Francis City Council.
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August 6, 2025 at 8:25 PM
As a single mother of four boys, Lynsi Stone knows what it takes to juggle work, family and community to build a good life on the East Side.
That's why, Stone said, she’s running for a spot on the Francis City Council. #utpol
That's why, Stone said, she’s running for a spot on the Francis City Council. #utpol
Posters demanding the federal government release files detailing the investigation into Jeffrey Epstein’s alleged sex-trafficking dealings decorated the Kimball Junction overpass along Interstate 80 Friday morning.
Kimball Junction protesters demand release of Epstein files - Park Record
Kimball Junction protestors hung posters over the overpass Friday morning to demand the federal government release the Epstein files.
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August 5, 2025 at 7:11 PM
Posters demanding the federal government release files detailing the investigation into Jeffrey Epstein’s alleged sex-trafficking dealings decorated the Kimball Junction overpass along Interstate 80 Friday morning.
Emery was in his early 20s when he joined the fire service, holding down a full-time job as a firefighter while attending UVU to study emergency management.
New Park City fire chief committed to 'history of excellence' - Park Record
Park City Fire District Chief Peter Emery has always wanted to be the best.
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August 5, 2025 at 6:34 PM
Emery was in his early 20s when he joined the fire service, holding down a full-time job as a firefighter while attending UVU to study emergency management.
Birds make a big splash on social media despite their rare encounters with Summit County Animal Control.
Birds make a big splash on social media despite rare encounters with Summit County Animal Control - Park Record
Summit County's social media posts about birds, or any animals other than cats and dogs, typically outperform other announcements online.
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August 4, 2025 at 10:07 PM
Birds make a big splash on social media despite their rare encounters with Summit County Animal Control.
#BREAKING: A large police presence was spotted on Interstate 80 in Summit County near the Wyoming border on Monday afternoon.
Officials say law enforcement is responding to reports of a "suspicious person," but no other details are available yet.
Officials say law enforcement is responding to reports of a "suspicious person," but no other details are available yet.
Large police presence spotted on I-80 near Wyoming - Park Record
Sgt. Skyler Talbot with the Summit County Sheriff’s Office confirmed a large law enforcement presence on Interstate 80 early Monday afternoon.
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August 4, 2025 at 8:10 PM
#BREAKING: A large police presence was spotted on Interstate 80 in Summit County near the Wyoming border on Monday afternoon.
Officials say law enforcement is responding to reports of a "suspicious person," but no other details are available yet.
Officials say law enforcement is responding to reports of a "suspicious person," but no other details are available yet.
Rocky Mountain Power customers in the Kamas Valley have complained of unusually frequent power outages this summer, but the company says the disruption in service is an unfortunate new reality as the wildfire season in Utah becomes more and more severe.
Rocky Mountain Power says frequent Kamas Valley outages are to help prevent wildfires - Park Record
Rocky Mountain Power says the disruption in service is an unfortunate new reality as the wildfire season in Utah becomes more and more severe.
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August 4, 2025 at 4:43 PM
Rocky Mountain Power customers in the Kamas Valley have complained of unusually frequent power outages this summer, but the company says the disruption in service is an unfortunate new reality as the wildfire season in Utah becomes more and more severe.
The City of Oakley is proposing a small property tax increase to help the municipality combat inflation and cover the cost of capital improvement projects. #utpol
Oakley proposes small tax increase to cover capital project costs - Park Record
The City of Oakley is proposing a small property tax increase to help the municipality combat inflation and cover the cost of capital projects.
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August 1, 2025 at 7:34 PM
The City of Oakley is proposing a small property tax increase to help the municipality combat inflation and cover the cost of capital improvement projects. #utpol
The Summit County Fair kicks off this weekend, spurring a weeklong celebration of community and history along the Wasatch Back.
Summit County Fair offers free activities, family fun starting this weekend - Park Record
The Summit County Fair kicks off this weekend, spurring a weeklong celebration of community and history along the Wasatch Back.
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July 30, 2025 at 6:51 PM
The Summit County Fair kicks off this weekend, spurring a weeklong celebration of community and history along the Wasatch Back.
A solar panel company in Salt Lake County is suing Wohali Builders for unpaid debts totaling almost half a million dollars in the fourth lawsuit filed against the luxury real estate business this year.
Second company sues Wohali for unpaid debts in fourth lawsuit plaguing developer - Park Record
A solar panel company in Salt Lake County is suing Wohali Builders for unpaid debts totaling almost half a million dollars.
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July 29, 2025 at 6:02 PM
A solar panel company in Salt Lake County is suing Wohali Builders for unpaid debts totaling almost half a million dollars in the fourth lawsuit filed against the luxury real estate business this year.
The Summit County Health Department will not be as affected by federal funding cuts to public health programming as initially anticipated following the passage of the Trump administration’s Big Beautiful Bill, according to Health Director Phil Bondurant.
Health Department not as affected by federal funding cuts as anticipated - Park Record
The Summit County Health Department will not be as affected by federal funding cuts to public health programming as initially anticipated.
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July 28, 2025 at 11:19 PM
The Summit County Health Department will not be as affected by federal funding cuts to public health programming as initially anticipated following the passage of the Trump administration’s Big Beautiful Bill, according to Health Director Phil Bondurant.
A professional tennis instructor is suing Summit County’s three major news outlets in a defamation lawsuit, claiming the publications damaged his reputation and career by reporting on a criminal case accusing him of sexual exploitation of a minor.
Tennis coach sues Wasatch Back media outlets for defamation - Park Record
A professional tennis instructor is suing Summit County’s three major news outlets — The Park Record, KPCW and the Town Lift — in a defamation lawsuit.
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July 28, 2025 at 9:57 PM
A professional tennis instructor is suing Summit County’s three major news outlets in a defamation lawsuit, claiming the publications damaged his reputation and career by reporting on a criminal case accusing him of sexual exploitation of a minor.
The Coalville City Council has denied Larry H. Miller Real Estate’s request to explore annexing 316 acres as part of the company’s proposed Hidden Meadow Village project.
Coalville says no to bid for Hidden Meadow Village annexation - Park Record
The Coalville City Council officially denied Larry H. Miller Real Estate’s request to explore annexing the 316-acre Hidden Meadow Village project.
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July 28, 2025 at 7:33 PM
The Coalville City Council has denied Larry H. Miller Real Estate’s request to explore annexing 316 acres as part of the company’s proposed Hidden Meadow Village project.
Fryer, who has already served two terms as a city councilor, is throwing her hat in the ring for a third time, touting her almost 10 years of experience. #utpol
Incumbent Shana Fryer touts experience, past voting record in Francis City Council run - Park Record
Fryer, who has already served two terms as a city councilor, is throwing her hat in the ring for a third time, touting her almost 10 years of experience.
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July 25, 2025 at 6:39 PM
Fryer, who has already served two terms as a city councilor, is throwing her hat in the ring for a third time, touting her almost 10 years of experience. #utpol