Top 5 weekend stories on St. George News

Ianthus Barlow, his girlfriend Rose Black and their 8-week-old son smile together inside Uzona Souvenir & Gift in Colorado City, Arizona, Jan. 15, 2024 | Photo by Jessi Bang, St. George News

ST. GEORGE — In case you missed it, here is your weekend recap of the top five most-viewed stories published on St. George News from Saturday to Sunday, Jan. 20-21.

See the related stories at the bottom of this page for five honorable mention stories.


Nothing ‘remotely funny’ about Washington County convict’s phone call to mom, judge says

Composite image with background stock photo of 5th District Court and overlay booking photo of Bryce Alan Taylor, 36, of St. George, taken in Washington County, Utah, December 5, 2020 |Photo courtesy of the Washington County Sheriff’s Office, St. George News

ST. GEORGE — A defendant found guilty of multiple first-degree felony crimes, including rape of a child following a jury trial held at the end of November, was back in court for a sentencing hearing held earlier this month.

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Horoscopes: A full moon in Leo magnifies creative talents. What’s in store for your sign?

Stock image | Photo by David Baileys/iStock/Getty Images Plus, St. George News

FEATURE — The first full moon of 2024 promises to stimulate matters of the heart, and have us all feeling a desire to stand out.

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Northbound lanes closed on I-15 after crash near Littlefield

This file photo shows traffic in the Virgin River Gorge, Mohave County, Ariz., date not specified | File photo by Sheldon Demke, St. George News

LITTLEFIELD, Ariz. — Northbound travel near Littlefield, Arizona, was interrupted on Sunday afternoon by a crash near mile marker 16 on Interstate 15.

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Back-to-back Warner Valley incidents keep Washington County rescue teams busy

File photo of Washington County Sheriff’s Office Search and Rescue team vehicle in the Dixie National Forest, Utah, Dec. 16, 2015 | File photo by Mori Kessler, St. George News

ST. GEORGE — Washington County Search and Rescue teams were kept busy Saturday afternoon in two incidents that required medical assistance for the patients.

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‘From dreams’: Colorado City carpenter creates high-end furniture, chess boards and more

Ianthus Barlow and his dog Scooby Doo stand inside the workshop for IB Woodworks in Colorado City, Arizona, Jan. 15, 2024 | Photo by Jessi Bang, St. George News
Ianthus Barlow and his dog Scooby Doo stand inside the workshop for IB Woodworks in Colorado City, Arizona, Jan. 15, 2024 | Photo by Jessi Bang, St. George News

ST. GEORGE —As the door to the shop opens, you step inside. The smell of wood fills the air as the fireplace roars, creating a cozy escape from the winter cold. This is where the handcrafted magic is created.

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