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The Milken Institute put southwest Utah’s largest city in its top spot for the first time. The ranking highlights St. George’s job growth and wage growth, both among the nation’s highest in recent years.

Painting a picture based on the classical ideals of the United States, Gov. Spencer Cox took time in his annual speech to address the national mood and highlight work that will “improve the welfare of the citizens of Utah.”

Republican lawmakers want to save money, cut taxes and build more homes. Democrats are more focused on other parts of the household budget, such as child care and food security.

After President Donald Trump’s first year back, these Utah Latino Republicans applaud him on his handling of immigration and the economy.

The Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute has reduced its Washington County future population forecast. That could have ripple effects for southwest Utah’s water needs.

Judkins has just finished moving into her new office, and housing and west side investment are already top of mind.

While economic pressures are still high, a slow decline in interest rates could provide an opening for buyers who feel shut out of the housing market.

Many units are designed to be affordable, but even new luxury apartments can help clear space in less expensive buildings.

“I just don't buy anything that's not something that I need to breathe, live and survive,” said one St. George resident about affording her apartment. Rents in this part of southwest Utah have doubled in the past decade.

In Washington County, projects like townhome developments are less common than they were two years ago. In 2023, two out of every five new homes built in Washington County were condos and townhomes. Now, it’s just one in five.

A shift away from permanent supportive housing vouchers would force disabled Utahns out of their homes. One advocate calls it a lose-lose for residents and landlords.

Prefabricated housing is catching on in other parts of the country. Industry insiders see it as part of the solution for Utah’s housing needs.