EAGLE MOUNTAIN, Utah – Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers®, a fast-casual restaurant concept, opens Wednesday, Feb. 18, at 3567 E. Pony Express Pkwy. A ribbon-cutting ceremony with the Valley Crossroads Chamber of Commerce is planned for Monday, Feb. 23, at 10 am. Non-profit group, Early Learning Essentials, will receive 10 percent of all regular and large-sized…
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Moving With a Career in Mind: How Your Job Shapes Your Relocation, Even If You Don’t Realize It
Most people begin planning a move by looking at rent prices, home sizes, and neighborhood safety. While those factors matter, career considerations often play a much larger role than many realize. From salary growth to promotion opportunities, your job shapes your relocation long before you start browsing listings. Many relocations begin with a desire to…
Read moreLiberty Lost by Invitation
In the early 1950s, a group of writers gathered essays warning about the steady expansion of centralized power. They weren’t debating technology; they were debating responsibility. Essays on Liberty, Volumes I and II, contain seventy-four essays written during that era on the subject of freedom. One of those essays, number twenty in Volume I, was…
Read moreNew Wave of Avian Flu Spreads Across Utah, Impacts Great Salt Lake Wildlife
A renewed surge of highly pathogenic avian influenza is impacting wild birds across Utah, with an estimated 50,000 eared grebes and hundreds of other birds dying near the Great Salt Lake in recent months. Wildlife officials say the outbreak, ongoing since 2022, is spreading during migration season and are urging residents to report clusters of dead birds while avoiding contact.
Read moreAustin Whitney: From Open Mic Nerves to Eagle Mountain’s Country Stage
Eagle Mountain country artist Austin Whitney didn’t always believe he could sing. Two years after his first open mic night, he’s releasing new music, performing across Utah, and writing songs inspired by family, faith, and life in Cedar Valley. The Sentinel sat down with him to learn more.
Read moreLocal High School Students Earn State Honors at Utah All-State Art Show
Students from Cedar Valley High School, and Westlake High School earned statewide honors at the 54th Annual Utah All-State High School Art Show. The juried exhibition features top student artists from 109 high schools across Utah and awards more than $30,000 in scholarships and prizes.
Read moreAmerica Turns 250 — Let the Celebration Begin!
In 2026, the United States turns 250 years old. That’s a big birthday. A really big one. The official name—the Semiquincentennial—sounds fancy, but the idea is simple: pause, remember, celebrate, and look ahead with hope. If you were around in 1976, you might remember America’s 200th birthday, the Bicentennial. I was a young girl then, and even…
Read moreKindness Counts Extra in Cruel Times
I’m sure you’ve heard the saying, “kindness counts”. I think we’ve all heard that from time to time, especially during the holidays. Holidays are falling far behind now, so moving forward, a gentle reminder that kindness does indeed count is needed. I am nowhere near the wisest, the smartest, or the most experienced person…
Read moreWhen Online Discussions Turn Personal — And How to Keep Them Productive
Online conversations have become one of the main ways residents share ideas, debate local issues, and stay informed. Whether the topic is city growth, water policy, schools, or neighborhood concerns, these discussions can be valuable — when they stay focused on the issue. But many conversations follow a familiar pattern:A discussion begins with facts or…
Read moreEagle Mountain Community Theatre Brings Disney’s The Little Mermaid to the Stage
EAGLE MOUNTAIN — The ocean is coming inland this February as Eagle Mountain Community Theatre prepares to present Disney’s beloved musical The Little Mermaid, featuring a cast of local performers and volunteers. The production opens February 19 and runs through February 23, with evening performances and a weekend matinee, offering families in Eagle Mountain and…
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