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 sits at 126 E. 400 South just off Main Street in Springville. The building itself has made its way into numerous depictions around the city, and its mere presence is […]
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 just off 100 North at the eastern end of Utah Avenue in Payson. The building, which is part of the National Register of Historic Places, has undergone massive restoration and […]
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 corner of Maple and Main Street at the south end of Mapleton Park, and is filled with a bevy of historical buildings for residents to go to experience a blast […]
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 unique part of the town’s history. The Icelandic Association of Utah seeks to recognize the nearly 400 Icelanders who left their native country and immigrated to the Beehive State between […]
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 its craft, and, according to its mission statement, has “Sought to further enhance the theater experience and elevate the community in the process,” and have a “Long-lasting tradition of creating […]
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. The Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States is a nonprofit organization that provides veterans service to all members including veterans and military service members from the active guard […]
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 to bring together the community and the school through a common passion. Each year, the basketball team invites the Spanish Fork Police Department for a friendly competition. The most recent […]
‘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 best? That is, in part, the crux of the Netflix documentary The Redeem Team, an exploration of the 2008 U.S. men’s basketball team that won the Gold Medal at 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 the mountains at the mouth of Spanish Fork Canyon, providing large views of Utah Valley and Utah Lake. Furthermore, its weather and backdrop make it a popular destination for shooters […]
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 become an adopted home. My family moved from the inner city suburbs of Los Angeles over Labor Day weekend in 2002, and as a newly-turned 11-year-old, I didn’t want to […]