Larsen Elementary student wins book review contest
Taylor Kivett, fifth-grade student, at Larsen Elementary, won the book review contest on Biblionasium and will receive a full set of books as well as video chat with the author. “I’m so excited I won! I think it’s really great because I’m getting more books to add to my collection!” Taylor said. “I think Biblionasium […]
Nebo schools earn gold star for sportsmanship
Maple Mountain and Salem Hills High Schools earned the Gold Star in the Utah High School Athletic Association Sportsmanship Awards. Payson High School also won the Silver Award. “We are pleased with the efforts of our student athletes and coaches as they implement the ideals of good sportsmanship as they compete throughout the year. The […]
Welcome to Sock-tember
During this unprecedented time, many families are struggling and one of the items needed are socks. Maple Ridge’s third-grade teachers are extremely grateful to all the school’s teachers, staff, and students for their support of “SOCK-tember!” Maple Ridge’s third-grade students orchestrated this event collecting socks for the homeless and needy for “SOCK-tember.” “We asked our […]
Nebo District recognized for energy awareness
At the recent October School Board of Education meeting, Cenergistic recognized Nebo School District for the success of Nebo’s energy program. Nebo partnered with Cenergistic in 2013 and has reduced energy consumption. The program delivers an environmental benefit from a reduced carbon footprint. Energy not used prevents the emission of carbon dioxide, sulfur dioxide and […]
Love Your Students!
Nephi teacher delights in guiding her students to always reach higher Merrilee Hoaldridge is a fifth grade teacher at Nebo View Elementary School in Nephi in the Juab School District. She has been teaching for 13 years and three of my children have had the privilege of learning from Merrilee. After my daughter, Nan, had […]
Springville-Mapleton Chamber welcomes Organa International to community
The Springville-Mapleton Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting at the Organa International Corp. Grand Opening. Organa is a manufacturing and retail company which sells natural health products. The company opened in 1997 and continues to grow every year without having a sales team and with little to no marketing. Liquid minerals are the company’s […]
Time Travelers Bakery prepares to open its doors in Provo
In 2017, Nathan and Cristin Hessing were experiencing an array of health symptoms: full-body pain, chronic fatigue, weight gain, mental health issues, and more. These symptoms were exacerbated by gluten, so the then-dating couple set out to find a bread they could eat with no side effects. After months of internet research, sourdough classes and […]
Crane Garden Asian Bistro selected as Business of the Month
The Payson Santaquin Area Chamber of Commerce voted The Crane Garden Asian Bistro as the Business of the Month for October. During a celebration lunch on Oct. 27, the Chamber of Commerce presented a plaque to Kristina Kang for Business of the Month. Following a ribbon cutting, commemorating the opening of the restaurant, they treated […]
Excel Chiropractic opens its doors in Payson
Excel Chiropractic and Accident Specialists, owned by Dr. Michael Van Dyke, celebrated their grand opening and ribbon cutting on Oct. 23. During the event they had drawings for door buster prizes that included free adjustments and massages to be redeemed at Excel Chiropractic for the winners. The event was well attended by patients and members […]
Kamy’s Pantry
Neighborhood Pantry Dedicated to Local Girl Helps Combat Hunger in Payson Tucked behind the sidewalk on 1175 East 100 North in Payson is a bright pink box standing about 4 feet tall. The glass door on the front is labeled with the words “Kamy’s Neighborhood Pantry,” and there are various food items inside. Many people in […]