Summary
The county held a public hearing to gather feedback on its mental health and substance use disorder treatment services. Four Corners Community Health highlighted expanded services, including jail programs and a crisis receiving center, which are vital for community well-being.
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Last discussed Aug 19, 2026.
Impact analysis
The county operates on a thin budget for suicide prevention, which is currently strained by the loss of sponsorship funds.
Residents in mental health crisis and families affected by suicide.
Mentions & discussions (26)
Communities Gather for International Overdose Awareness Day
HUNTINGTON – On Monday, Aug. 31, community members from across Carbon and Emery counties gathered at the Huntington State Park for the 5th annual “A Light to Remember” event. Held for International Overdose Awareness Day, the evening brought people t...
Regular — August 19, 2026
The county is prioritizing mental health resources and community support to address high rates of suicide in the region.
How a rural Utah community hit hard by overdose deaths is responding to fentanyl
How a rural Utah community hit hard by overdose deaths is responding to fentanyl FOX 13 News Utah
Utah Opioid Task Force and Utah Fentanyl Task Force Announce Detection of Medetomidine in Utah’s Illicit Drug Supply
Utah Department of Public Safety press release SALT LAKE CITY, Utah — The Utah Opioid Task Force (Utah Attorney General’s Office) and the Utah Fentanyl Task Force (Utah Departments of Public Safety and Health and Human Services) are alerting communit...
Little Cities of Hope: Hands of Hope – A mission born from compassion and hope
Little Cities of Hope press release Guest article written by Michelle Ward, Executive Director Every community is stronger when people feel safe, supported, and connected. Harm reduction isn’t just about helping one individual—it benefits all of us b...
Inmate dies following incident at Carbon County Jail
Carbon County Sheriff’s Office press release On July 4, 2026, an incident occurred at the Carbon County Jail involving an inmate who sustained a self-inflicted injury. Carbon County Sheriff’s Office personnel, Emergency Medical Services, and assisti...
Regular — July 15, 2026
Castleview Hospital is opening the first inpatient psychiatric unit in rural Utah, which will provide much-needed local mental health services.
Southeast Utah Health Department Introduces New Medication Disposal Bin in Price
Southeast Utah Health Department press release PRICE – The Southeast Utah Health Department is pleased to announce the availability of a new medication disposal bin at its Price office, providing community members with a safe, secure, and confidentia...
Price City Police Department press release: Recent DUI incidents
Price City Police Department press release PRICE – Two separate accidents have caused substantial damage in suspected DUI crashes within Price City. On June 7, 2026 at 0206 hours, officers were dispatched to the Market Express Chevron on a report o...
Health officials investigate 10 reported cases of foodborne illness in Price
PRICE – The Southeast Utah Health Department (SEUHD) is actively investigating a localized outbreak of foodborne illness in the Price area and is asking the public to report any similar symptoms. On May 13, SEUHD received a report from an...
Little Cities of Hope: Understanding mental health & free tools for everyday wellness
Little Cities of Hope press release Guest article written by Amanda McIntosh, Suicide Prevention Liaison, Four Corners Community Behavioral Health Just as we all have physical health, everyone has mental health. Mental Health includes our...
New licensing requirements now in effect for retailers selling tobacco, nicotine, kratom, and cannabinoid products
UTAH — On May 6, 2026, the Utah Department of Agriculture & Food (UDAF) implemented new requirements for specialized product retailers, as directed by the Utah State Legislature under H.B. 385 Specialized Products Sales Amendments. “Specialized...
Commission Meeting — January 21, 2026
The county held a public hearing to gather feedback on its mental health and substance use disorder treatment services. Four Corners Community Health highlighted expanded services, including jail programs and a crisis receiving center, which are vital for community well-being.
Regular — November 19, 2025
The county is reviewing bids to provide medical care for inmates, balancing cost with quality of service.
Task force seizes drugs, cash in Carbon County amid rise in overdoses throughout rural Utah
Task force seizes drugs, cash in Carbon County amid rise in overdoses throughout rural Utah ABC4 Utah
Regular — August 6, 2025
The county is distributing settlement money to local organizations to help fight the opioid crisis.
Police seize several pounds of drugs at home next to daycare in Price
Police seize several pounds of drugs at home next to daycare in Price FOX 13 News Utah
Large amount of illicit drugs prompts Price housing complex evacuation, police say
Large amount of illicit drugs prompts Price housing complex evacuation, police say KSL.com
Regular — January 15, 2025
Residents and officials discussed the effectiveness of current behavioral health services provided by Four Corners Community Behavioral Health.
Rural Utah is reeling as fentanyl floods the state
Rural Utah is reeling as fentanyl floods the state Deseret News
A Light to Remember
A Light to Remember Join us on Monday, August 31, 2026, in Carbon & Emery Counties, and alongside communities across the state, as we honor International Overdose Awareness Day. These events seek to incre...
USU Extension- HEART prepares for fifth annual A Light to Remember event on Monday, Aug. 31
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Inmate dies following incident at Carbon County Jail
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Utah lawmaker pushes total kratom ban after reported death linked to mislabeled product
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Hope Squad of Carbon, Emery and Grand counties celebrated as Castle Country Radio’s September Charity of the Month
Across the nation, September is recognized as Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month. As such, Castle Country Radio has chosen to spotlight the HOPE Squad of Carbon, Emery and Grand counties as its Charity of the Month.
Free QPR Suicide Prevention Training
Free QPR Suicide Prevention Training Tuesday, July 7 at 5:30 PM At Southeast Utah Health Department at 149 East 100 South Everyone in the community is invited to attend the Free QPR Suicide Prevention...
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