Elevate, Inspire, and Inform the Cedar Valley Community
Well now, settle down and let ol’ Clemmie tell you about the second time the good folks of Lehi went to the ballot box to choose their leaders. It weren’t quite as novel as that first time, but it was still a mighty important day for our little town. Now, you recall how we finally…
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As Lehi enters another election season, voters deserve clarity on a troubling episode from the 2023 city council race. Several serious questions about transparency, accountability, and the integrity of our local elections have gone unanswered for nearly 2 years. What unfolded in September 2023 was not just a procedural error, but a case study in…
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To help residents make informed decisions for the upcoming Eagle Mountain City Official Nonpartisan Primary Ballot on August 12, 2025, this overview provides detailed campaign finance information for candidates running for Mayor and City Council. Voters will select one candidate for Mayor and up to two for City Council. The data presented includes each candidate’s…
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FAIRFIELD, UTAH — Camp Floyd State Park will honor those who have served and continue to serve in the U.S. military during Military Appreciation Day on Saturday, August 9, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. As part of the Utah State Parks system’s annual observance, veterans, active-duty military personnel, and their families (in the same…
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The communities of Eagle Mountain, Saratoga Springs, and Lehi are booming with new housing developments. But as homes sprout up rapidly across Cedar Valley, questions arise about long-term safety, resilience, and affordability. Most new houses in Utah County are built with traditional wood framing – a method that’s quick and familiar. Yet experts and recent…
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Local author Rio L. Barney, an aviation-trained firefighter-turned-writer, will be appearing at the American Fork Library on August 2, 2025, from 12:00 to 2:00 PM to discuss her debut novel A Flicker in the Dark. The book explores a hidden supernatural world where demons walk among us and only a chosen few—elite warriors known as…
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Underhanded moving scams are trapping more people each year. Fraudulent movers use sneaky tricks to take money and leave families helpless. They copy trusted brands and offer fake deals that sound like real bargains. Moving scams succeed because people trust what they see without double-checking the company’s license or address. Anyone can get fooled —…
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In a recent opinion piece published by the Lehi Free Press, Mayor Mark Johnson shared his reflections on the upcoming municipal election, urging residents to approach the process thoughtfully and with integrity. Drawing on his experience from seven political campaigns, including two early defeats, Johnson emphasized the value of respectful dialogue. He criticized the increasing…
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One of my mottos is: with great opportunity comes an even greater responsibility to serve and give back. That is why I am here. That is why I am running for Lehi City Council. I was born and raised in Utah. After graduating from Brigham Young University in history, I moved around the midwest with…
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Cue the groans. Cue the countdown. Cue the denial. But whether we like it or not (and I do), it’s that time again—Back to School. Now, before you start mourning the end of lazy mornings and popsicles at 10 a.m., hear me out: this is one of my favorite times of year! There’s something magical…
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