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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Nebo School District holds 12th Annual Welding Competition
Every year Nebo School District’s five high schools rotate the location of the annual Nebo Welding Competition Invitational. This year the competition was held at Spanish Fork High School, and Provo High School was invited to participate. The students prepare all year and host their own in-house contest to select the three best welders. For […]
Payson Community Theatre brings local community together both on and off the stage
When it comes to stage productions, Payson Community Theatre holds itself to a high standard. The local theater has had almost 55 years to perfect its craft, and, according to its mission statement, has “Sought to further enhance the theater experience and elevate the community in the process,” and have a “Long-lasting tradition of creating […]
Payson Station Area Plan – Public Visioning Workshop
UTA and Payson City are developing a new community plan around the future UTA FrontRunner Station in northern Payson. The development of a new transit hub presents many opportunities for improving transportation to and around the area, and to define the surrounding streets and neighborhoods into a vibrant new community. Located at the northern entry […]
Nebo Community School open for Winter 2023
Nebo School District has opened enrollment for its Community School classes that will begin in January. This is an amazing opportunity to expand your horizons and improve your abilities. The goal of the Community School Program is to meet the needs and interests of the people in the community. There are many course options to […]
Payson Santaquin Chamber of Commerce Welcomes New Executive Director
The Payson Santaquin Chamber of Commerce is sad to say goodbye to Michelle Lines as its executive director. Michelle led the Chamber out of the pandemic and has been a great ambassador for the Chamber for almost three years. We will miss her and wish her the best of success in her new venture. Thank […]
Local Veterans of Foreign War provides service, support for veterans, their families
Returning home from active military duty can be a daunting endeavor for many veterans, but that’s where theVeterans of Foreign War (VFW) comes to help. The Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States is a nonprofit organization that provides veterans service to all members including veterans and military service members from the active guard […]
Add Music to your Child’s School Experience, You Won’t Regret it
A Whether your children attend public or private schools, or if you chose to homeschool them, music instruction should not be overlooked. There are countless studies that will attest that music education plays a critical role in their mental, and emotional development. Being a parent and lifelong student of music, I have often wondered what […]