Beyond the Heat Lamp: Good Grindz Serves Up Scratch-Made Hawaiian Comfort
When you hear Hawaiian food you may think of your typical teriyaki chicken lunch plate with some rice and macaroni salad. When you walk in Good Grindz in Salem, however, you will be blown away with all the menu options. Think chicken katsu with a crispy tempura fried exterior and tender chicken complimented by the […]
Not a Matter of If, But When: Preparing Your Children for the Digital Reality
Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about my children, my future grandchildren, and the world they’re growing up in. Many parents, myself included, want to believe their children won’t encounter online pornography — but the reality is starkly different: it’s not a matter of if a child will be exposed to pornography, but when. And […]
Wrapped in Love: Analane’s Angel Apparel Turns Wedding Gowns into Burial Gowns
When Analane Powell sews her Angel Apparel, her heart is with the little ones lost too soon and those who love them. For the past seven years, Powell has been taking donated wedding dresses and turning them into what she calls “angel apparel” for infants who left this mortal world far too soon. “I became […]
Perseverance in Service:Elder Evan Glazner’s Mission Marked by Faith, Pain, and Purpose
When Elder Evan Glazner began his Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saint mission on November 20, 2023, he did so with the same hope and determination shared by thousands of young missionaries: to serve others, strengthen his faith, and grow into the person he felt called to become. What followed, however, was a mission […]
Small Town, Big Leagues: Goshen to Headquarter New Pioneer Little League
South Utah County will have an official Little League International team thanks to one Goshen man with a passion for all things baseball. Ray Petrulsky recently presented his plan to create a Little League International team to the Goshen City Council and Mayor Staheli. He was given go-ahead to use (and improve upon) the two […]
When Caring Becomes Heavy: Understanding Compassion Fatigue
There is a quiet kind of exhaustion that comes from caring deeply for a long time. It does not show up the way physical tiredness does, and it is not always easy to explain. You might still be functioning, still showing up, still doing what needs to be done. But inside, something feels worn down. […]
The Things We Do For Love
It’s February, so you know what that means: President’s Day Mattress Sales!!! Wait, no one gets three-exclamation-points excited about mattress sales. But, some people do really enjoy Valentine’s Day! It’s a day dedicated to romance and love, and that’s a good thing to think about in these troubling times. Traditionally, Valentine’s Day is more focused […]
Choosing Self-Care Without Guilt
I want you to pause for a moment and do a simple exercise. Write down the five people you love most right now. Now look at your list. Did you put yourself on it? If you did, what number were you? And if you didn’t … why not? For so many of us, this question […]
Teacher of the Month: Whitney Safford at Art City Elementary
Whitney Safford is a dedicated and inspiring educator at Art City Elementary, where she teaches third grade. Now in her fourth year of teaching, Whitney has quickly established herself as a trusted teacher, leader, and advocate for students. Her classroom is a place where students feel respected, supported, and encouraged to grow—not only academically, but […]
More Than Metal and Paint:Gordon’s Ace Hardware Serves Families in Need
When you think of Gordon’s ACE Hardware Store, you probably think of hammers, paint, wood and other such tools. This isn’t a wrong characterization of a hardware store, but there’s a side of Gordon’s that you might not immediately think of — a side that gives back to the community. Taylor Gordon’s family has lived […]