Federal grant helps Community Action Services & Food Bank to stop hunger in Utah
Every day, people in Utah struggle to put enough healthy food on the table to feed themselves and their families. As costs increase, so does the problem of hunger in Utah. From May 2022 to May 2023, our pantries saw a 155 percent increase in usage. Community Action Services & Food Bank is […]
Bikers Against Child Abuse has been keeping children safe since 1995
A biker gang – you’ve seen them in movies, heard about them in the news. Maybe you’ve seen them on the road while you were out and about yourself. Perhaps you were even a bit skeptical of their aims. Well, here’s an introduction to an interesting and valuable group of bikers unlike those stereotyped by […]
Spanish Fork Siblings Fighting Cancer with Cookies
In a heartwarming display of compassion and creativity, two local children have taken it upon themselves to make a difference in the lives of kids battling cancer. Kate, 11, and Jack, 6, from Spanish Fork are siblings who have embarked on a sweet mission – using their love for baking to raise awareness and funds […]
A worldwide service organization challenges kids to help those in need 50 yards at a time
Are you ready for a community challenge? If you are between the ages of 8 and 17 years old, you are being challenged to cut 50 lawns for FREE for the elderly, disabled, single parents, veterans, first responders, and anyone else in need of lawn help in our communities. The 50 Yard Challenge is becoming […]
How one tragedy saved many lives: donor recipient remembers family friend who saved her life
As Jane Derfler of Mapleton holds her 1-year-old granddaughter, she is grateful for a life that almost wasn’t. At the start of 2020, Derfler was on her deathbed suffering from autoimmune hepatitis which led to cirrhosis of the liver, and was unable to care for her youngest son Cory who had special needs. At the […]
Community Action Services and Food Bank Celebrates 56 Years of Service
On May 20, Community Action Services and Food Bank pulled out all the stops to celebrate its 56th birthday. Supporters and community members came together to enjoy food, games, and good times in recognition of the organization’s service through the decades. Community Action Services and Food Bank has been able to provide exceptional service thanks […]
Tabitha’s Way South Local Food Pantry Urges Community to Help Combat Summer Hunger
With summer in full swing, Tabitha’s Way South Local Food Pantry is calling on the community to help combat summer hunger. The summer months are a time when many child feeding programs are discontinued while school is out, leading to an increased need for food assistance. Unfortunately, summer is also when the pantry receives the […]
One Tragedy Brings Many to Pursue Their Passion
There is a story that I was made aware of, about a young man who lived an exemplary life. From a young age, this man was athletic, participating in track, boxing, and wrestling. Having been raised by his grandfather, who was well versed in hunting, he got involved in hunting and fishing at a young […]
Record water levels prompts citizens to come together to fill sandbags, officials urge community to stay safe
This past winter, Utah County was granted the much needed gift of record breaking snowfall. This year, we are sitting at more than 150% snowpack compared to average, and after years of drought, the moisture is most welcome – even if it felt like winter overstayed its welcome with snow storms still hitting in early […]
Volunteers Needed for Springville Kiwanis Club Scone Booth
As we start the month of June, we begin the countdown to the exciting annual summer celebration of Springville’s Art City Days. This event brings people and businesses from all over to set up a large variety of booths of art, clothing, handmade crafts, food, games, and many more wonderful items for sale. It also […]