ST. GEORGE — tourism’s impact on Springdale residents, the gateway to Zion National Park, was explored recently by Utah Tech University students who recently presented their findings to the community.
“We examined the way that tourism impacts the lives of those who choose to call popular tourist destinations home,” Utah Tech University Associate Professor of Communications Erin Ortiz told St. George News.
The high number of tourists visiting the area has led to concerns about the impact on quality of life, Ortiz said. So, the town leadership worked with communication students and Utah Tech’s City Alliance program. The research timeline spanned from fall 2023 to spring 2024.
City Alliance is a…
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