Thinking about hosting a foreign exchange student?
Have you ever thought about hosting a foreign exchange student? If so, you may want to know that there is a community representative in South Utah County who can assist you with the process. Jennifer Ruff of Spanish Fork is a community representative for Auysa International, which is a nonprofit high school exchange organization connecting […]
From Your Valentine
Have you ever wondered where the phrase, “From your Valentine” originated? While there are many historical and mythical accounts, there is one that I believe deserves to be told above all the rest, and you be the judge of whether it bears repeating for generations to come. As legend has it, and according to Encyclopedia […]
‘Surrender’ takes deep look in the history of U2
Do you like to listen to or read books? Given the hustle and bustle of everyday life (and the effects of aging eyes), it’s hard to carve out time to sit down and read a printed book, which makes audiobooks so popular these days. With that in mind, I opted to go with the audiobook […]
Payson High Pipe Band growing with help from dedicated locals
For over 40 years, the Payson High School Pipe Band has been dazzling the eyes and ears of thousands of people who have had the privilege of being in their presence. That tradition has not only been continuing, but has been ramped up thanks to the help of community members. Two of those community members […]
New Family Search Center Open in Springville
A new Family Search Center in Springville is finally open and ready to help with family history needs. The center is located at 260 South 700 East, with the entrance being through the south door. The center was dedicated by President Clinton Mortensen of the Springville Utah Stake On January 10, 2023. Stake presidents from […]
Utah Valley Woodcarving Club
Hi everyone! Just some quick newsy notes from the Wood Carving Club. We have had a really good year, both the Provo and Payson groups have increased in memberships and we are so glad to welcome new members. A lot of laughing and teasing each other goes on also. What a good group we have […]
Managing Your Fearful And Obsessive Thoughts
There are times when we encounter negative thoughts that can be overwhelming. For some people, the more they try to get rid of their thoughts, the stronger they become. If you are struggling with ridding yourself of fearful and obsessive thoughts, here is a brief list of techniques to help with that. 1. Don’t focus […]
Type 1 diabetes has nothing on this young bullfighter out of Payson
There is a local bullfighter who is proof that chasing dreams can pay off even when the odds are stacked against you. Westlee Jones of Payson began watching his dad, Gary Jones in the early 1990’s in NFR Wrangler bullfights. Westlee wanted to be just like his dad, but at the age of six, something […]
Founders of Springville-based Namify leave company in good hands while preparing to serve 3-year church mission to Ecuador
Founders of Springville based company Namify, Bryan and Jenny Welton will embark on a 3-year leadership assignment for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints to work alongside some 200 young emissaries in the Ecuador Quito Mission. The invitation to serve was one of 134 such appointments announced by the Church’s newsroom organization on […]
Jurassic Taco owner in Springville tells her story
For most of her life, Katty Christensen has loved making and serving food, and now she is living her dream as the franchise owner of the newest Jurassic Tacos location in Springville. Christensen, who is also the owner of Keloke Dominican Restaurant in Orem Provo said that she began serving food to people in her […]