From One Star Wars Nerd to Another (I Hope)
I am a diehard Star Wars fan. I’m such a Star Wars fan, in fact, that my top 11 favorite movies of all time are the 11 live action Star Wars films. I love everything about Star Wars. I love the depth of the lore, the familiarity and relatability of the characters, and the mysticism […]
Biggest Loser in Two-Party Politics is the People
It is an election year, and, like many, I have an election year tradition. It isn’t campaigning for my favorite candidate, staying up to date on the polls, listening to debates, or arguing with friends and family about politics. It isn’t even looking for homes in Canada, Mexico, or some other foreign country, just in […]
Financial help available when dealing with impact of COVID-19
Are you wondering how you’re going to pay next month’s rent, mortgage payment, or utility bill? People are getting back to work, and businesses are open, but COVID-19 is still wreaking havoc on the economy and population. The unemployment rate was at 11.1 percent in June—compared to 3.5 percent in February. Many unemployed Utahns have […]
Who Was That Handsome Masked Man?
There was a time, not so long ago, when if someone walked into a store wearing a mask, everyone would get nervous. A robbery in progress, perhaps? But these days, there’s more likely to be trouble if someone walks into a store without a mask. The coronavirus certainly has turned our world on its head. […]
Local business owner finds a way to find joy in serving others, even a world away
When Clint Robertson was still a teenage boy, he traveled to serve the people of Davao, Philippines on a two-year mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. The boy he was then had no way of knowing what the impact of those years of service would have for the remainder of […]
Local Artist Finds Success Pursuing Drive to Create
Beki Tobiasson, a new resident of Spanish Fork but longtime resident of Utah, recently received an Award of Merit in the Spring 2020 Alliance of Covenant Artists “Faithful Saints” Exhibition. Her piece “Blessings,” an oil and gold leaf work on aluminum panel, received the Award of Merit. Two additional paintings, “All Things Bow in Humble […]
Many of Our Hometowns had Different Names at the Start
The names of the cities and towns of south Utah County and nearby Juab County began with different names than we use today. Looking back at the original names and their origin provides an interesting historical perspective of where our towns and cities of today have come from. Springville was originally called Hobble Creek because […]
What I’ve Learned About Overcoming Fear
Writing for a publication like Serve Daily is something I’ve wanted to do for a long time. I’ve written content for more than eight years, but most of my work revolves around trying to sell something. I haven’t had many chances to share what really matters to me or spread genuine positivity. That’s why I […]
Loss Leads to Inspiration to Help Others
Natasha Dansie and Danielle Cook met seven years ago working for Utah State University in the Department of Family and Human Development. Although they worked in different areas they operated under the same grant and quickly became friends. In August of 2018, shortly after Natasha lost her mother unexpectedly, Natasha met with her now business […]
When Helping is All That Matters
Captain Josh Hicken has been with the Springville Fire Department for three years, but has 13 years of total experience serving his community as a first responder. He is originally from Ogden, and currently lives in Springville with his girlfriend. The first thing I noticed about Captain Hicken was his calm, amiable demeanor. He spoke […]