Springville: 66.9°FSurprising Ways Smiling Can Improve Your Life
Do you need something to smile about? National Smile Day is coming up on Saturday, May 31, and it’s the perfect excuse to show off…
Author: Shellie Peterson
Shellie Peterson is a mom, wife and freelance writer. She currently lives in Santaquin with her husband and daughter. In her spare time, she loves to sing, read, write and spend as much time as possible camping.
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….
How To Help Break the Stigma Surrounding Mental Health
March is a great month for raising awareness about mental health. From World Teen Mental Awareness Day on March 1 to World Bipolar Day on…
Meet the Utah Elvis: Bringing Nostalgic Rock ‘n’ Roll to Life Across Utah
Glen Barker loves to sing, but he had no idea he could make a living from his talent until he sang an Elvis song during…
Nephi woman and her ‘quilting sisters’ make blankets for orphans in Samoa & the Philippines
Nephi resident Margaret Peterson and her sisters Brenda Hoskin and Nelda Morrison know the value of serving others. They get together regularly to work on…
Local artist reveals secret to success and continual self-improvement
Spanish Fork resident and artist Beki Tobiasson is always entering art shows and chasing her dream of sharing hope and light through her work. Most…
Lifelong friends create ‘Cornhole for a Cause’ to raise money for cancer patients
When Teressa Phillips of Payson decided to do an Avon Breast Cancer walk nine years ago, she had no idea the impact her humble efforts…
Local ‘Lost Dog Lady’ proves that even the smallest acts of kindness can have a big impact
Brandi Buys has lived in South Utah County her entire life. Lovingly known as “The Lost Dog Lady,” Buys has earned the love and respect…
Santaquin welder creates impressive custom metal artwork
Sarah Beals spends her days cleaning teeth and beautifying smiles as a dental hygienist. In her free time, however, she creates commissioned artwork made from…
Jimmy John’s Celebrates the Grand Opening of Its New Franchise in Payson
On November 12, Jimmy John’s held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for its new franchise location at 1025 W. 800 S. in Payson, Utah. Residents of Payson…