It Took Me 40 Years to Hike to the Y
I first moved to Utah County forty years ago. I was a skinny, fresh-faced* kid, coming from Idaho to start my freshman year at BYU. (*”Fresh-faced” means, “I wasn’t shaving yet.”) And, at some point during that freshman year, I looked at the Y on the mountain and said to myself, “I’d like to hike […]
What do I Charge For Rent?
When deciding how much to charge for rent on your property, it’s important to avoid making these top 3 mistakes: 1. Don’t set the rent based solely on your expenses. Instead, look at the current market to determine a competitive rate. Even if your property has a negative cash flow, real estate can still be […]
Famed Composer John Williams Supports Abravanel Hall
Legendary composer and conductor, John Williams has stepped forward in support of preserving Abravanel Hall, home of the Utah Symphony in Salt Lake City. Williams is best known for composing the iconic film scores for “Star Wars,” “Jaws,” “Home Alone,” “Indiana Jones,” “Harry Potter,” and more. The acclaimed composer penned a heartfelt letter emphasizing the […]
Construction ongoing for new Springville High School
As the school year kicks off and students return to the classrooms, construction continues on the new Springville High School, which is being built adjacent to the current building. According to the Nebo School District, the construction, which began in earnest earlier this year, is only about 37 percent complete, with the school’s opening still […]
‘Sweetwater: a Pioneer Novel Review
A beautiful metaphor of “Sweetwater” winds through author Marilyn Brown’s latest tribute to the remarkable pioneer, James S. Brown. Latter-day Saint Apostle Hugh B. Brown was quoted as saying, “It would be difficult to state just what phase of James S. Brown’s career appeared strongest. As a member of the Mormon Battalion he was all […]
The Fellas Chop Shop growing responsibly with community in mind
In 2018, Mersadies Reber had no idea that she would own her own barber shop, let alone that in six short years, she would add eight more locations. Yet, here she is, serving up a unique style for the ‘Fella’s’ who walk into her door. The Fellas Chop Shop offers cuts, beard shaves and trims, […]
10-year-old dances her way to national Scottish competition
When 10-year-old Gracie Christensen first heard Scottish music, she couldn’t help but dance to it. Now she is sitting in a top ranked spot after having earned 10th place at the ScotDance National Championships. ScottDance is a competition that promotes Scottish Highland dancing and culture in the United States. The annual event was held in […]
Crossword Puzzle: Week 33 – Fall Crossword Puzzle
We are thrilled to announce a fun and engaging addition to the Serve Daily website: themed crossword puzzles! We know our readers love a good challenge, and we’ve decided to bring more entertainment to your day with puzzles that not only test your knowledge but also connect you with local businesses in a unique way. […]
Encouragement in the Community
Good job! Way to go! That was a great catch! Wow, you can run fast! I can tell you’ve been practicing! You sounded great! You played beautifully! I loved your character! You rode that horse really well! It’s summer and the kids are participating in their chosen (or chosen for them) activities. While it can […]
Payson Golden Onion Days celebrating 95 years
The Payson City Golden Onion Days will celebrate its 95th anniversary of bringing locals and passers-by a sense of hometown magic and timeless traditions. The official festivities will go from August 30 to September 2, and will kick off with the annual Mountain View Hospital/Payson City Concert featuring the American country music artist Phil Vasser. […]