Payson Junior High Student Leaders Give Back
The eighth-grade Peer Leadership Class at Payson Junior high School made Hygiene Kits for Refugees in Bangladesh. In order to gather items to include in the kits, the students conducted a telethon where they called local businesses and residents to ask for donations. “We had a tremendous outpouring from the public including residents, police departments, […]
Governor Cox Visits Payson High School
Utah Governor Spencer Cox visited Payson School during his educational tour on April 19. While there, he took time to meet with all of the student leaders and was available to answer questions. During his presentation, Governor Cox talked about growing up in a small town, and shared his vision for the future of Utah. […]
Strike A Chord: How South County Lanes in Payson is mixing music and bowling
If you’ve been hearing a lot more than pins being knocked down at the South County Lanes in Payson, you’re not mistaken. The sounds of local music have been making waves throughout the decades-old, family-run bowling alley, and owner Bud Marrott said that not only does he welcome the new addition to the local attraction, […]
Payson High School’s Tallin Kunz takes home 5A State swimming title
Tallin Kunz, a Senior at Payson High School, took first at the Utah State 5A Championship Swim Meet in the 100-yard breaststroke with a time of 56.69. This is the first state title that the Payson High School swim team has ever claimed, adding extra sweetness to the victory. Tallin began swimming competitively at age […]
Would you like to help maintain trails at Forebay in Payson? Here’s why you should and how to do it:
Spring may come this year, and with that perceived future on the horizon, many who frequent the Forebay Trailhead up Payson Canyon are looking forward to spending some time on the well-groomed mountain trails. If you’re one who looks forward to riding your bike or taking a walk or run on any of these local […]
Payson City to hold interfaith Easter concert featuring local Maestro Benjamin K. Winkler
Payson City and the Mayor’s Interfaith Committee will be holding the 2023 Payson Easter Sunrise Concert on Sunday, April 9, and will feature local conductor, composer and arranger, Maestro Benjamin K. Winkler. Maestro Winkler brings over 50 years of international performing experience to the podium, including 21 years as a military musician in the U.S. […]
Historical Highlight: Peteetneet Museum and Cultural Arts stands as testament to Payson Citizens
There is a lot of history found throughout Payson, but the Peteetneet Museum and Cultural Arts Center stands above the rest. This former school sits just off 100 North at the eastern end of Utah Avenue in Payson. The building, which is part of the National Register of Historic Places, has undergone massive restoration and […]
Did you know Utah Lake has a Photo Club?
Have you read the book, ‘If You Give a Mouse a Cookie’? Well, here’s the story of what happened when Barb Johnson got a camera. Utah Lake is the centerpiece of Utah County. Thousands of people visit every year, either on their own, or attending one of the many events taking place at the lake, […]
A walk down Main Street in Payson gave me a taste of what used to be, and what I hope can one day be again
When I think of a Main Street, I picture a quaint row of charming shops and eateries nestled in the heart of a small town. It’s where townspeople go to connect and support one another. So imagine my delight when I moved to Payson, which is a much smaller town than my previous one. Once […]
February 2023 Nebo PEAK Award Winners
THE PEAK AWARD CUSTOMER SERVICE PROGRAMNebo School District wants to showcase our Positive Energy and Kind employees. PEAK Awards are nominated by patrons and recognized by the Superintendent Staff and Nebo School Board of Education. The award is administered by the Communications and Community Relations Department. Beth Nelson, Counseling Registrar, Salem Hills HighNominated by: Rachel […]