Why I’m Starting a Turning Point USA Chapter in Our Community
A few weeks before Thanksgiving, I reached out to Sara Nasuta, the Turning Point USA leader here in Utah. I wasn’t calling with plans to start a chapter myself. My intention was simply to connect, encourage her by sharing positive examples from other communities, and explore whether she might affiliate with another organization I’m involved […]
Cold water dangers rise as temperatures drop
Safety tips to help recreators stay safe this winter season With temperatures dropping rapidly across Utah, the Division of Outdoor Recreation (DOR) and the Division of State Parks are urging those who continue to boat, fish, hunt and recreate on or near the water to take extra precautions. Cold water immersion can be deadly, even […]
Opinion: What I learned from my experience at Charlie Kirk’s rally
In tragedy, I saw instinctive kindness, courage, and faith. His death has sparked an awakening that no bullet can silence. On Wednesday, September 10, I pulled my son out of school for a lesson no classroom could teach. Charlie Kirk was coming to Utah. I had heard of him but wasn’t a follower. What I […]
E-Edition: August 2025 – Issue 159
We’re proud to share this month’s edition, filled with inspiring stories, local heroes, and community events that remind us just how special it is to live, serve, and grow together. From neighbors making a difference to celebrations of creativity and kindness, every page is crafted with heart. A heartfelt thank-you to our advertisers and community […]
Utah’s OSR Homesteading Festival Returns to Inspire Greater Self-Reliance
Utah’s first and only off-grid homesteading community, Riverbed Ranch, is proudly hosting the 2025 OSR (Operation Self-Reliance) Homesteading Festival this coming June. This immersive three-day event invites families, backyard homesteaders and gardening enthusiasts to discover a wealth of knowledge for self-reliant living. The event will include engaging presentations, ranch tours and visits with our off-grid […]
Santaquin resident organizes fundraiser to send local police department to Washington DC for Sergeant Hooser Memorial
Mandi Southwick, a beloved Santaquin resident, is always going out of her way to uplift and serve others. She especially enjoys supporting local first responders. In late 2024, Southwick came up with the idea to hold a fundraiser for the Santaquin Police Department. The goal of the fundraiser was to raise enough money to send […]