Cedar City, UT
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About Cedar City
- • Garth Gunderson, an NFL player, hails from Cedar City, playing tight end.
- • The Neil Simon Festival, dedicated to the playwright's works, originated here.
- • Iron production put Cedar City on the map in the mid-19th century.
- • The city's Main Street was once part of the original Mormon Road.
- • A devastating fire in 1958 destroyed many downtown buildings.
- • Named for abundant cedar trees, it was founded in 1851.
- • Population is around 35,000, smaller than neighboring St. George.
- • At 5,846 feet, elevation provides cooler summers than lower deserts.
- • Education and healthcare are major employers in Cedar City.
- • The vibe is friendly and laid-back, with a strong sense of community.
- • The Utah Jazz, based in Salt Lake City, are the closest major pro team.
- • Southern Utah University's football team won the NAIA championship in 1958.