Trick-or-treater beware: Size does matter when it comes to candy bars
Is Halloween candy becoming smaller every year? It sure seems so. Candy bar size didn’t used to be an issue. Some were bigger than others, but that was OK and acceptable. A Three Musketeers was bigger than an Almond Joy. They were all “full-sized” or candy bar sized. Size didn’t really matter. As it seems, […]
Salem High School cross country team holding 13th annual ‘Witches Run’
On Oct. 29, the Salem Hills High School cross country team will hold its 13th annual “Witches Run” to raise funds for the team. Jennifer Hughes has been coaching the team for the past several years, and said that the event has been a community favorite. “The Salem witches run started 13 years ago as […]
‘The One Good Thing’ mixes good and bad
The One Good Thing by Kevin Alan Milne offers a little something for a variety of reader types, which isn’t always a good thing. In this case, however, it is a good thing, which is fitting, given the book’s title. Main character, Nathan Steen, is a good guy. He tries to do the right thing […]
‘Star Trek: Picard’ fails to engage
In mid-2018, rumors started floating around that Patrick Stewart would reprise his role as fan-favorite Jean-Luc Picard in a Star Trek series that would focus on the “Star Trek: The Next Generation” captain. Rumor became reality in August of that year when CBS announced “Star Trek: Picard,” which would air on CBS All Access (now […]
‘Star Trek: Strange New Worlds’ revives Star Trek excitement
If you read my review of The Orville in last month’s issue, you’ll remember that I pointed to Star Trek: Picard and Star Trek: Discovery as evidence that the Star Trek universe has lost its way. Well, Star Trek: Strange New Worlds (SNW)—now streaming on Paramount+ only—is proving that the Star Trek universe is in […]
Spanish Fork residents participate in National Day of Service
On September 10, hundreds of residents in Spanish Fork took time out of their day to serve their community on the National Day of Service. According to City Councilmember Stacey Beck, the day was a positive one for the community. “Over 500 residents showed up to paint the entire 3,000 feet of the cemetery perimeter […]
Community Action Services and Food Bank needs your food deposits
By Tom Hogan People love to give. However, while there are many generous, good-hearted people who want to donate and help others, they don’t always know how they can help. It can be difficult to find the right opportunities to do good and know that one’s efforts are making a difference. Community Action Services and […]
Utah’s New Gold Money: The Goldback
By Benjamin Shaffer There is a new kind of money here in Utah, and hundreds of Utah businesses are hoping it becomes the Gold Standard for our local economy. The Utah Goldback looks like a golden ticket, which acts as a thin gold coin that fits in your wallet just like paper bills. While the […]
Springville Kiwanis Club Celebrates 100 Years
On October 20, 2022, at 7:00 PM, the Springville Museum of Art will host the Springville Kiwanis Club as they celebrate Club’s 100 years of serving Springville. A dinner and program will highlight the 100 years. Those interested in attending may purchase tickets by calling John Jacobson at 816-682-9425, purchase them from any Kiwanis Club […]
Five local pumpkin patches to go enjoy
‘Tis the season to pick pumpkins, and there are many places to do just that right here in south Utah County. Here’s a roundup of local pumpkin patches that can serve your jack-o-lantering needs and beyond this Halloween and fall season: Jaker’s Jack-O-Lanterns It’s quite possible that you have seen the Howard Farm produce stands […]