Elevate, Inspire, and Inform the Cedar Valley Community
Celebrate life in Cedar Valley through stories that highlight family life, recreation, social gatherings, and everyday living. From parks and playgrounds to local traditions, this section captures the essence of community.
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.
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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.
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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…
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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…
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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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Intermountain Health’s transplant program reached a historic milestone in 2025, completing more than 500 organ transplants in a single year for the first time in Utah. The achievement highlights life-saving care available to local families and the continued importance of organ donation as hundreds of Utahns remain on transplant waiting lists.
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FAIRFIELD, Utah — Camp Floyd State Park will welcome home-school students and their families on Friday, January 23, for a special educational program focused on traditional wool production, offering children a chance to learn by doing in a historic setting. The Home School Friday activity begins at 10:00 a.m. and will guide students of all…
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Well now, settle down and let ol’ Clemmie tell you about the early days of our fair Lehi. It’s a story worth hearin’, about how folks came together and laid the foundations for the town we know today. It all started back in August of 1850, when a few hardy souls like Canute Peterson, David…
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Let’s be honest. Teaching kids to be grateful sometimes feels like trying to teach a cat tofetch. You hold out hope, you model the behavior, and then they roll their eyes and askwhy dinner doesn’t look like a YouTube cooking video. But here’s the thing: gratitude matters. Big time. It’s not just about teaching them…
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Well now, gather ’round, you young’uns, and let ol’ Clemmie tell you a thing or two about them iron horses that used to chug and clang right through our own Cedar Valley. It’s a story that’s tied up with progress and gettin’ folks and goods where they needed to be, just like a good sturdy…
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