Historical Highlight: Springville Museum of Art grows from student-led effort to state-wide attraction
The Springville Museum of Art has long been a defining factor of Springville, with its roots stretching back to over a century ago. The museum…
Author: Josh Martinez
Josh Martinez is a graduate of Southern Utah University and Arizona State University where he studied communication and journalism. He has written for numerous publications in both Arizona and Utah on a bevy of topics including sports, city government and education. Martinez is a 2009 graduate of Springville High School and lives in Springville with his high school sweetheart and two kids
Historical Highlight: Peteetneet Museum and Cultural Arts stands as testament to Payson Citizens
There is a lot of history found throughout Payson, but the Peteetneet Museum and Cultural Arts Center stands above the rest. This former school sits…
Historical Highlight: Mapleton Old Towne Square
South Utah County is a mecca for historical sites, and Mapleton’s Old Towne Square is one such place. The historical site is located at the…
Icelandic Association of Utah shine light on Spanish Fork past
Did you know that Spanish Fork was the first Icelandic settlement in the United States? It’s true, and one local association seeks to honor that…
Payson Community Theatre brings local community together both on and off the stage
When it comes to stage productions, Payson Community Theatre holds itself to a high standard. The local theater has had almost 55 years to perfect…
Local Veterans of Foreign War provides service, support for veterans, their families
Returning home from active military duty can be a daunting endeavor for many veterans, but that’s where theVeterans of Foreign War (VFW) comes to help….
Spanish Fork High School boys basketball, police department provide community with night of fun
Basketball is more than just a game at Spanish Fork High School. The school’s varsity basketball team has used its preseason scrimmage as a means…
‘The Redeem Team’ a good hoops watch
Basketball has long been one of the few Olympic sports where Americans expect greatness, so what happens when USA Basketball is anything less than the…
Spanish Fork Gun Club offers unique shooting experience
There’s a lot that goes into making the Spanish Fork Gun Club a must-visit among trap shooters. The shooting facility sits along the slopes of…
Returning Home: The benefits of a strong welcoming community
It’s been about 20 years since I first arrived in Springville. It was a place that I didn’t appreciate at the time, but it would…