Breaking the Stigma: Encouraging Open Conversations About Mental Health
Talking about mental health should be the norm. Opening up about feelings can be tremendously beneficial for a person’s well-being. However, being vulnerable about thoughts and feelings can be daunting. How can we position ourselves to truly be there for those we care about? How can we help others overcome the stigma and fear of […]
From Provo With Love: ‘Yo Gabba GabbaLand!’ is a Treat
Back in 2007, Nickelodeon’s Nick Jr. introduced us all to the vibrant, surreal world of Yo Gabba Gabba! Fronted by the orange tracksuit-wearing DJ Lance Rock (played by Lance Robertson), the show featured the quirky monsters Muno, Foofa, Brobee, Todee, and a robot named Plex. Yo Gabba Gabba! was notable for not just educating children, […]
It Took Me 40 Years to Hike to the Y
I first moved to Utah County forty years ago. I was a skinny, fresh-faced* kid, coming from Idaho to start my freshman year at BYU. (*”Fresh-faced” means, “I wasn’t shaving yet.”) And, at some point during that freshman year, I looked at the Y on the mountain and said to myself, “I’d like to hike […]
Question and Answer with local band ‘Lemonfern’
With their first single released this past January, and their first show in May at the Velour—Provo’s largest and best independent music venue—Lemonfern is on the up-and-up. The quartet, led by frontwoman Aislyn Ercanbrack on vocals and guitar, includes percussionist Murray Adamson, and brother-sister duo Trey and Mazzy Barker on guitar and bass, respectively. This […]
Jean’s Golden Girls proving age is just a number
If you’ve been to a Utah Jazz game over the past 28 years, you’ve likely been graced with the privilege of watching the dance sensation known as Jean’s Golden Girls. This one-of-its-kind group was started nearly 30 years ago by Utah County’s very own Jean Dixon Elliott, who, at the age of 83 still choreographs […]
Pando Refitters in Provo having annual ‘Send Fest’
As the snow and ice melts, Pando Refitters in Provo is gearing up to bring you the best prices on new and gently used outdoor gear for spring and summer. We had an excellent ski and snowboard season, helping many of you find the perfect gear for your winter adventures. You loved our low prices […]
Provo Seventh Day Adventist to host “In the Valley of Decision” evangelistic series
The Provo Seventh-day Adventist Church is cordially inviting all of our Provo community to a week of evangelism. Our theme for the week is “In The Valley of Decision.” We will have multiple speakers, praise and worship music, gifts, special prayers, and on Friday night snacks. Therefore, save the dates, it will all begin May […]
Utah Valley Rides Seeking Volunteers to Transport Seniors
As we age, the specter of financial insecurity looms larger, compounded by health concerns and diminishing mobility. Many seniors find themselves grappling with the question: Will my life’s work sustain me through the twilight years? Utah Valley Rides steps in to alleviate some of these worries, offering transportation services to seniors facing limited mobility options. […]
Green thumbs and helping hands: Plants and Noble is on a mission to spread happiness
Elias Johnson loves plants. As a student at BYU studying biodiversity and conservation, plants are a major part of his life. Not only do they take up a lot of his time, but they take up a lot of his space as well. “I just love growing houseplants,” Johnson said. “I have a plethora of […]
Utah’s newest medical school opens doors to the public
Cyber Monday is arriving extra early this year at Noorda-COM’s Grand Opening. Noorda-COM is the Noorda College of Osteopathic Medicine, and the grand opening will showcase a week’s worth of internal events beginning with a tech-forward open house on Saturday, March 9. The open house will offer heart attack and birthing demonstrations on CAE patient […]