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 […]
SHS’s Key Club: The Key to the Heart of the Springville-Mapleton Community
The strengthening of any community is built on the foundation of service. At Springville High School, an organization called Key Club consists of students who give of their time and efforts to provide service to our local community. With their diligent efforts, many service projects have come to fruition, and there’s a chance you’ve witnessed […]
Military wife get much needed tip while waitressing at HutHot in Spanish Fork
On April 21, a waitress at HutHot Mongolian Grill in Spanish Fork was asked a question that would change her immediate life drastically. “What was your largest tip,” the customer asked? The waitress who has asked to be anonymous told the customer that her largest tip was $50, and then proceeded to ask why the […]
Community remembers Spanish Fork teen killed in car crash & raise funds for those injured
On March 19, 2023 tragedy struck. Four local teens on their way to the sand dunes in Juab County for a day of recreation were involved in a terrible car accident, killing Spanish Fork High School student Gideon Fudim. After hearing news of the tragedy, the local community was quick to come together. Within hours […]
Kiwanis Club of Springville Understands the Value of Early Childhood Literacy
The Kiwanis Club of Springville had the opportunity to host guest speakers Amy Collyer, and Alyssa Kerby with Early Learning Essentials, formerly Mountainland Head Start, during the March 16th meeting held at the DUP Museum, 175 South Main St, Springville. They spoke about the importance of reading programs in the school and home setting and […]
Local nonprofit lets kids raise funds for childhood cancer through utilizing talents
A new nonprofit organization out of Spanish Fork is aiming to help children with cancer in a unique way: By empowering youth to turn their passions into purpose to help kids battling cancer. Nick Thiele of Youth-Led Charities has long had a desire to help children from all walks of life see how special they […]
Tabitha’s Way Local Pantry Now Set Up to Accept Donor-Advised Funds
Tabitha’s Way Local Pantry, a local nonprofit organization dedicated to providing food assistance to individuals and families in need, is pleased to announce that it is now set up to accept Donor-Advised Funds. Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs) are a charitable giving vehicle that allows donors to make tax-deductible contributions to a charitable organization and then recommend […]
Spanish Fork Rotary Supports Sub for Santa
The lights are strung, the snow is sparkling all around, and there’s a bit more cheer in peoples’ countenances. It truly is “the most wonderful time of the year.” And with this magical time derives love and charity, something the Spanish Fork Rotary is continually focusing their efforts on all year long. This season the […]
