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Join Utah’s Statewide Virtual Job Fair: Get Hired Online!

Community Development, Economic Development, Economic News, Hill Air Force Base | job opportunity, job-seekers, Utah Department of Workforce Service, Utah Statewide Virtual Job Fair, Virtual Job Fair

Are you looking for your next job opportunity without driving down to Salt Lake? The Utah Department of Workforce Services is hosting a Statewide Virtual Job Fair, connecting Davis County job seekers directly with hiring employers across the region. How to Register Head to jobs.utah.gov and log in (or create a free account). Click on […]

Utah’s Aerospace Sector and Economy Standing Strong

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Utah continues to dominate the best national state lists, reinforcing its economic development reputation. U.S. News & World Report Best States 2026: Utah was ranked No. 1 overall for the fourth consecutive year, the longest streak since the rankings began. Utah’s strong showings included Economy (No. 2), Fiscal Stability (No. 2), Infrastructure (No. 4), Education […]

Community Volunteers Clear Rail Trail: myHometown Day of Service

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On Saturday, August 15, 2026, dozens of local volunteers gathered along Layton’s Rio Grande Rail Trail for the latest myHometown Day of Service. The multigenerational team tackled a major trail cleanup, removing overgrown weeds, clearing debris, and trimming back unruly tree branches and bushes. Spanning from Phillips Street at the south end of town to […]

Strong Economic Growth Continues in Davis County

Economic Development, Economic News, Hill Air Force Base | Aerospace Expansion, Davis County, Defense Expansion, defense industry, economic momentum, Layton, Utah

Davis County, Utah is seeing strong economic momentum driven by defense industry growth, regional infrastructure projects, and dedicated support programs for small businesses and local entrepreneurs. Key economic highlights include: Defense and Aerospace Expansion Northrop Grumman Campus Expansion: Northrop Grumman continues its major presence near Hill Air Force Base with the expansion of a sixth […]

Utah a Substantial Economic Draw Despite Disputed Rankings

Business Resources and Information, Davis County Tourism, Economic News | aerospace, CNBC, cybersecurity startups, defense, healthcare, life sciences, Silicon Slopes, talent pipeline, Utah, Utah economy

Over the weekend, CNBC listed Utah as one of America’s 10 worst states to live in for 2026. We beg to differ. Utah has earned a reputation as one of the most dynamic economic engines in the United States. Its appeal relies on a strong mix of business-friendly policies, a highly resilient talent pipeline, and […]

WSU Helps You Turn Your Business Idea Into Reality

Business Resources and Information, Community Development, Economic Development, Economic News | business funding, Business Networking, intellectual property protection, product marketing, Weber State University

WSU presents “A Seat at the Table” Series: Your Big Idea — July 15th, 12:00 – 1:30 pm Do you have a great idea and wonder why it hasn’t been invented yet if this is you, and you are interested in turning your idea into a reality but just need to be pointed in the […]