Local Woman Who Lost Her Sight 16 Years Ago Finds Purpose Serving Others
Lorraine A. Swalberg hasn’t had an easy life, and yet she’s one of the happiest people you could hope to meet. Despite living with total vision loss for the past 16 years, the Spanish Fork native still lives a rich, purposeful life. She finds joy in serving others and knits hats for the homeless and […]
Downsizing Without Downsizing Your Joy
As a team with decades of combined experience in real estate and lending, we’ve seen the ebbs and flows of life that lead people to consider downsizing. Whether it’s due to becoming empty nesters, preparing for retirement, or simply seeking a change, downsizing can be one of the most freeing decisions you’ll ever make. But […]
Genola family creates ‘Giving Tree’ ornaments to help others in need
Ten years ago, Annamaria Weaver looked at her four young sons, and something in her wanted more for them. She wanted to instill a love of serving others, but she didn’t quite know how. That thought has turned into a thriving organization called the Giving Tree that gives to those in need during the holidays. […]
Provo’s Best Film Festival Returned for its 11th Year
The FilmQuest Film Festival, one of the premier genre film festivals in the United States, returned to Provo for its 11th year, drawing filmmakers and audiences alike to celebrate a diverse array of fantasy, horror, sci-fi, and experimental films. Running for 10 days, the festival has become a go-to destination for fans of boundary-pushing cinema […]
Young Mapleton residents work together to create ‘Special DOLLivery’
In mid-October a group of young Mapleton residents participated in a “doll packing” service event for the non-profit group Special DOLLivery. During the event, residents prepared 50 doll kits that will be given as holiday gifts to immigrant children living in West Valley City. Each participant chose a doll from the table of refurbished American […]
Seven Excuses for Not Returning Your Shopping Cart
It really isn’t that difficult to return a shopping cart to the cart return, is it? It’s common courtesy. It takes just a few seconds. It’s not rocket science. Or brain surgery. Or rocket surgery. And yet, if you drive into most parking lots, you’ll likely find a wide array of shopping carts scattered […]
How to Cut Down Your Own Christmas Tree in Manti-La Sal National Forest
Christmas tree lots can be pricey, and artificial trees can lack the charm and elegance of live pine — as Charlie Brown once opined so famously. Luckily, those living in Utah’s more mountainous region, there’s a third option. Every year, the forest service makes a certain number of Christmas tree permits available. These permits allow […]
Be The Horse You Want to Ride
I used to work at a Guest Ranch many years ago, a vacation destination that offered an immersive Western experience. It was a place where you could go and participate in activities from horseback riding, cattle drives, and fishing to archery, shooting, and hiking. With three meals a day and amenities like a pool and […]
Christmas 2024 Community Coloring Book
Bringing Creativity and Connection to Our Communities Welcome to the third edition of the South Utah County and North Juab County Community Coloring Book, brought to you by Serve Daily! We are thrilled to continue this exciting journey, providing families and community members with an engaging and creative outlet. These coloring books are more than […]
E-Edition: December 2024 – Issue 151
The December 2024 – Issue 151 of Serve Daily is brimming with inspiring local stories about individuals who serve, perform, and make a difference. Discover opportunities to give back, attend community events, save with exclusive coupons, and support the advertisers who make this publication possible. We value your input! Share your thoughts or submit an […]