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Utah voters ousted several incumbent mayors, citing rapid growth and costly projects.

Provo and Cottonwood Heights mayors faced strong challenges from former lawmakers.

Voters prioritized transparency and local issues over partisanship in this year's municipal elections.

SALT LAKE CITY — Utah voters ousted mayors across the state on Tuesday, including in Provo and St. George, highlighting concerns over rapid growth and expensive city projects, which made all the difference in low-turnout elections.

Challengers defeated Cottonwood Heights Mayor Mike Weichers, Orem Mayor Dave Young, Provo Mayor Michelle Kaufusi and St. George Mayor Michele Randall — all running for a second term, except Kaufusi who was seeking a third.

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