Spanish Fork Rotary Club Supports Landmark High School’s Nebo Pantry
O It is a wonderful time of year for giving, and the Spanish Fork Rotarians are always focused on looking for ways to serve our community. Recently, we collected donations for the Nebo School District’s Nebo Pantry and were able to provide coats, hygiene items and food at our visit to Landmark High School on […]
Community rallies around Ghanaian family in need, parents hope for family to reunite soon
Dickerson Automotive donated a car to a family in need just in time for Christmas as part of its Wheels With Heart program, and one woman close to the family said that she couldn’t think of a more deserving family. It was seven years ago when Rebecca Rivas first met Sulelumana “Sule” Issah when she […]
Santaquin City Bike 4 Kidz Event
For the second year in a row Santaquin City has participated in the FB4K Free Bikes 4 Kidz event where 18 youth from four Santaquin Elementary Schools received free bikes. The event was coordinated by Mayor Dan Olson, Council member Jeff Siddoway, Miss Santaquin team, Santaquin resident Michael Romero, and supported by Santaquin Community Services […]
Caring through action makes for a better community
I love this time of year. For all that’s wrong in the world, this is the season of “Good Will.” I see it in different businesses as someone wearing felt reindeer antlers greets a customer with extra joy. I see it on social media when people set up a pantry for families who are struggling […]
Utah Food Bank opening new warehouse facility to help families in need
Over the past few months, a large warehouse has appeared alongside I-15 near the Walmart in Springville. That in and of itself isn’t a terribly unusual sight with how much south Utah Country has been growing; however the “Utah Food Bank” signage made it clear that this wasn’t “just another warehouse;” this had the potential […]
Springville Kiwanis Club Annual Food Drive & Sub-for-Santa Project Needs You
The Springville Kiwanis Club is working with community and business leaders to prepare for the annual Food Drive/Sub-4-Santa Project on December 9, 2023, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the old Springville gym behind the Museum at 26 E. 400 S., Springville. With the support and generosity of Springville residents for over 30 years, […]
RSVP AmeriCorps Seniors: Empowering Seniors to Make a Lasting Impact in Communities
In the heart of Utah County, a group of local heroes quietly but steadfastly shapes our community for the better. More than 250 senior volunteers donated more than 15,800 hours last year as RSVP volunteers. The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP), an AmeriCorps Seniors initiative launched over five decades ago, empowers individuals aged 55 […]
Local woman receives second chance at life after rare heart condition, husband paying it forward
In November of 2018, a 24-year-old newlywed was dealt a card in life that no young woman should have to accept. Unlike most 24-year-olds in the prime of their lives, Violette Gubler was tired every day, had difficulty breathing normally, and was experiencing severe chest pains. After a series of tests, it was determined that […]
Discovering the Rich Rewards of Volunteering at Your Local Food Pantry
Have you ever wondered what drives people to volunteer at their local food pantry? Beyond the altruistic desire to help those in need, there are numerous rewards and enriching experiences that come with giving your time and energy to support your community. In this article, we’ll delve into the deep and meaningful benefits of volunteering […]
Tabitha’s Way Local Food Pantry Calls for Volunteers
With the onset of the new school year, Tabitha’s Way Local Food Pantry, a dedicated nonprofit organization committed to eliminating hunger in Utah County, is faced with a noticeable decline in volunteers. The need for volunteers has intensified due to the ramifications of the current economic climate. “In these tough economic times, we need volunteers […]
