More Than Metal and Paint:Gordon’s Ace Hardware Serves Families in Need
When you think of Gordon’s ACE Hardware Store, you probably think of hammers, paint, wood and other such tools. This isn’t a wrong characterization of a hardware store, but there’s a side of Gordon’s that you might not immediately think of — a side that gives back to the community. Taylor Gordon’s family has lived […]
Spanish Krishna Temple Operator Thanks Community for Support Following Vandalism, Looks Forward with Flying Colors
If you’ve lived in Southern Utah County and have driven through Spanish Fork or Salem, chances are you’ve seen a large white, domed building that looks as though it belongs in another place or time. The delicate arches and gold trim looks like something straight out of the book “Arabian Nights” or a photo of […]
Spanish Fork City to Open New FitCity
FitCity Center is a new community fitness center coming to Spanish Fork. Slated to open in late fall/early winter, this unique facility will meet several community needs under one roof. The fitness center itself will offer a large range of weight training and cardio equipment, an inclined indoor track around the upper level, as well […]
Service Animals Allow Individuals with Disabilities Freedom and Independence – Part 3
Since bringing home Babe the service dog, and writing my first two articles about our experience, I have been asked several questions regarding why our family opted for a service dog. I decided to dive more into my daughter’s story and what led to us making our decision. When my daughter was an infant, she […]
Spanish Fork Community Youtheatre
If you’ve ever been in Spanish Fork around the 24th of July, you’ve likely seen or heard of the annual musical put on by the city and its community partners. As a dedicated patron and occasional performer in these productions, I can confidently say that these musicals are put on by true professional artists who […]
Service animals allow individuals with disabilities freedom and independence – Part 2.
*Editor note: This is part two of an article where author Ariel Higgs talks about her journey getting a service dog for her daughter who suffers from epilepsy. Part 1 is in the July 2025 issue of Serve Daily titled, “Service animals allow individuals with disabilities freedom and independence.” Deciding on a service animal for […]
Spanish Fork resident’s passion for Second Amendment rights leads to informational book
Richard Norman has been a Spanish Fork resident since 2008. He and his wife Vada, relocated with their children from Texas to give them more opportunities to connect with others who share their faith as members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. On most good weather days, you’re likely to see him […]
Service animals allow individuals with disabilities freedom and independence
When my daughter was just 10 months old, she was diagnosed with infantile spasms. This is a very rare and dangerous form of epilepsy that affects children under the age of two and is notorious for changing forms as the child grows. By the time I got my daughter help, damage to her developing brain […]
Five Summer Exercise Tips
It seems as though Mother Nature has finally finished her epic hissy fit and springs finally in full bloom. The flowers are out, the bees are buzzing and if you’re anything like me, you’re already looking forward to having an active summer. Of course that’s usually easier said than done. Running a 5k on a […]
Taking Control of my Health
Fitness and health have always been a challenge for me. As a teenager, I struggled with my weight despite being an active member of the swim team and dancing regularly. No matter what I did, I was never “small” enough. My fitness level declined rapidly in college when I was juggling up to four part-time […]