St. George Temple, Christmas Lighting Ceremony

Thousands of lights will be turned on to signal the beginning of the Christmas season.  They will be viewable until after Christmas. Time5:30 PM until 7:00 PM Friday, November 25th, 2011. Free 490 South 300 East, St. George, Utah From I-15 take Exit 6 to Main Street and proceed North on Main-turn right on 400 S to Temple grounds. From …

The History of Veterans Day, November 11th

Veterans Day gives Americans the opportunity to celebrate the bravery and sacrifice of all U.S. veterans. However, most Americans confuse this holiday with Memorial Day, reports the Department of Veterans Affairs. What’s more, some Americans don’t know why we commemorate our Veterans on Nov.11. It’s imperative that all Americans know the history of Veterans Day so that we can honor …

Remember to VOTE!

The second Tuesday of every November is your opportunity to VOTE. One Vote DOES Make a Difference! If you’ve ever wondered if your vote really does matter, check out these facts from some extremely close elections. 1800 – ONE VOTE in the electoral college made Thomas Jefferson President over Aaron Burr. 1845 – ONE VOTE brought Texas into the Union. …

DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME ENDS

DAYLIGHT SAVINGS Its time to “fall back” due to DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME ENDING. When you go to bed Saturday night November 5th remember to change your clocks back 1 hour.

Welcome the Winter Season at Parowan Gap

Where: Parowan Gap Petroglyphs National Register of Historical Sites What: Observe the natural phenomenon that reminded the native americans of Southern Utah to prepare for the up-coming winter. “This is the most amazing event of all the events to be observed at the Gap,” said event coordinator/interpreter Nancy Dalton, who explained, “that before and after Nov. 6-8, the morning sun will …

Red Rock Film Festival Nov 10-14, 2011

5th Annual Red Rock Film Festival November 10-14, 2011 The Red Rock Film Festival is a gathering for cinematic art in Zion Canyon of Southern Utah, USA. It is retreat for independent premieres, films, and panels that both enlighten the senses and empower the mind. All genres are considered with a sense of well-being. http://www.redrockfilmfestival.com/index.html

HARVEST FESTIVAL Celebration of Families

The Many Faces of a Family Saturday, October 29, 2011 11:30 – 2:30  (Annually in the Fall) Vernon Worthen Park  (300 South 400 East) Located just four three blocks away from this St. George Hotel Peace within the home is key to sustaining communication, healthy relationships and unity.  Washington County is home to a diverse population, and though we may differ …

Huntsman World Senior Games – 2012

For individual athletes and teams give us a call and make your reservations prior to the end of 2011 and receive this year rate! The Best Western Coral Hills is one of the best St. George Hotels in town!  We’ve worked hard for the reputation and look forward to serving you next year.

What Women Want Expo 2012

The BIGGEST expo in Southern Utah…Starts This Friday! This year’s What Women Want Expo will be Friday, October 21st from 10am-8pm and Saturday, October 22nd from 10am-6pm.   Tickets are $5 at the gate or you can buy 2 for $5 till Thursday 20th at the Spectrum Newspaper office on the St. George Blvd.   Over 200 booth spaces and vendors, Cooking …

Harrisburg Ghost Town Near St. George, Utah

NAME:                Harrisburg COUNTY:          Washington ROADS:               2WD CLIMATE:        Cool winter with possible snow, warm summer. COMMENTS:   Right off I-15. REMAINS:         Many ruins. BEST TIME TO VISIT: Anytime One of the first settlements in the Southern Utah area was Harrisburg, founded in 1861 by Moses Harris and a few Mormon families who settled along Quail Creek. Despite their efforts in digging a 5-mile-long irrigation canal along what is …