In the wake of today’s shooting at Utah Valley University, I reached out to Brady Thomson, chapter leader of Turning Point USA at Cedar Valley High School, for a statement. Brady responded with the following: “Today’s events at UVU has shaken me and my chapter. I was personally not present at the event but we…
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Breaking: Shot Fired at UVU During Charlie Kirk Event, Suspect in Custody
Live Updates OREM, Utah — A single gunshot was fired Wednesday afternoon on the campus of Utah Valley University during a speaking event featuring conservative activist Charlie Kirk. The incident occurred during the first stop of Kirk’s “American Comeback Tour,” hosted by Turning Point USA. According to an official UVU Alert, the shot was directed…
Read moreRebooting the Admin: A New Column for the AI Era
Mark Stevens has been in IT longer than most servers stay online. Now he’s tackling the biggest shift yet—AI. His new series for Cedar Valley Sentinel explores how seasoned pros can adapt, evolve, and laugh through the transition.
Read moreEagle Mountain’s Walmart Supercenter: A Glimpse Into the Future of Retail
Eagle Mountain’s new Walmart Supercenter isn’t just another store—it’s one of only two “Store of the Future” prototypes in the U.S. Featuring immersive displays, digital shelf labels, and a redesigned layout, this next-gen retail hub blends technology with convenience. Learn how this groundbreaking location is reshaping shopping in Cedar Valley.
Read moreThe Great Internet Provider Debate: No Matter Who You Pick, You’re Wrong
Picking an internet provider in Eagle Mountain is a no-win game—no matter who you choose, someone will insist it’s the worst company ever. From fiber to satellite, every option has fans and haters, and no list could ever cover every “provider” (including your neighbor’s open Wi-Fi). Here’s a humorous look at the pitfalls of choosing internet in Eagle Mountain.
Read moreDoors and Corners
Life is full of choices and challenges—some arrive as doors of opportunity, others as corners where support and resilience are found. In Doors and Corners, Rio L. Barney reflects on the lessons learned from stepping through uncertain doors and the importance of knowing who stands in your corner when life gets hard.
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