Weekly Sports Roundup: Cedar Valley and Westlake High Schools (June 2–8, 2025) As the 2024–25 high school sports year transitions into summer, postseason competitions have wrapped up for most Utah high schools, and local teams at Cedar Valley High School and Westlake High School are entering the offseason. This week saw minimal athletic activity with…
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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.
The Quiet War on Words: How Censorship and Vocabulary Control Threaten Intellectual Freedom
The article discusses the erosion of intellectual freedom, emphasizing the dangers of censorship imposed by social norms and individuals. It highlights the significance of open discourse and warns against tactics like ad hominem attacks that divert attention from arguments. The importance of resisting vocabulary control and maintaining freedom of expression is underscored.
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“`html Cedar Valley and Westlake Weekly Sports Roundup: May 26 – June 1, 2025 As the 2024-25 high school sports calendar wraps up, the past week brought postseason action and end-of-year accolades for Cedar Valley High School and Westlake High School. With spring sports concluding and summer preparations underway, here’s a look back at the…
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Cedar Valley and Westlake Weekly Sports Roundup: May 19–25, 2025 As the school year draws to a close, postseason excitement took center stage for Cedar Valley High and Westlake High athletes. Baseball and softball teams entered state tournament play, while track and field competitors wrapped up their season at the state championships. Here’s a recap…
Read moreParent Tips: Summer Routines That Keep You Sane and Your Kids Semi-Civilized
By Julie Adamic – educator (Executive Director of John Hancock Charter School), mom of six (ranging from 34 to 10 yrs…. Yes, I am crazy), grandma (the sparkle in my eyes), and survivor of many, many summers (but who’s counting?) Ah, summer. That magical time of year when kids believe bedtime is optional, dishes disappear…
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Weekly Sports Roundup: Cedar Valley and Westlake High Schools (May 12–18, 2025) The week leading up to May 19, 2025, featured dramatic postseason action for high school athletes in the Cedar Valley area. Both Cedar Valley and Westlake high schools saw their spring sports teams battle in state tournaments, with baseball, softball, and boys soccer…
Read moreCamp Floyd Days – May 26, 2025
Camp Floyd State Park is hosting Camp Floyd Days on Memorial Day. The event will allow visitors to experience camp life through exhibits and demonstrations. Visit the graves of soldiers who died in the service of our country. See artifacts from Camp Floyd from the time it was occupied (1858-1861) in our museum and tour…
Read moreHome Run Munchies: The Ultimate Baseball Snack Mix
There’s something magical about spring evenings under the lights at local ball fields like Cory Wride in Eagle Mountain or Patriot Park in Saratoga Springs. The crack of the bat, the cheers from the bleachers, and the scent of concession stand treats make for unforgettable childhood memories—and a fair bit of nostalgia for parents, too….
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Weekly Sports Recap: Cedar Valley and Westlake High School (May 5–11, 2025) The week leading up to May 12 brought high-stakes matchups as area high schools wrapped up regular-season play and entered postseason tournament action. Both Cedar Valley and Westlake High athletes were in action across spring sports, with notable achievements and competitive results as…
Read moreCedar Valley’s Flash in the Pan: The Saga of Fairfield
Alright there, gather ’round, you curious cats, and let ol’ Clemmie spin you a yarn about a place that went from a bustling boomtown to a whisper in the wind faster than a tumbleweed in a tornado. I’m talkin’ about Fairfield, nestled right here in our neck of the woods. Now, you might mosey through…
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