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Stay informed on the infrastructure and essential services that keep Cedar Valley running. We cover traffic updates, utility services, and energy news that affect daily life in our communities.
Saratoga Springs Reminds Residents: Pressurized Irrigation System Not Safe for Drinking, Urges Water Conservation as Spring Approaches As spring nears and lawns prepare to turn green, the City of Saratoga Springs is urging residents to handle their outdoor irrigation systems with care—and caution. The city’s pressurized irrigation system, which will become active the week of…
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EAGLE MOUNTAIN, Utah — Eagle Mountain City is preparing to vote on the site plan for a new Utah Transit Authority (UTA) Park and Ride facility along Pony Express Parkway. The proposal, which has received a unanimous recommendation from the Planning Commission, will come before the City Council at its April 1, 2025 meeting. The…
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The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) is inviting residents of Eagle Mountain, Saratoga Springs, and surrounding communities to participate in a public hearing regarding the upcoming Pioneer Crossing Flex Lanes project. This initiative aims to alleviate traffic congestion during peak hours by introducing two additional travel lanes in the peak direction, effectively enhancing the east-west…
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In a new development in the Eagle Mountain road rage case that resulted in two fatalities, Michael Alan Landen, the driver of the Nissan Maxima, has been formally charged with two counts of Negligent Homicide (Class A Misdemeanor) and Reckless Driving (Class B Misdemeanor). This follows the charges already filed against Peterson Drew Matheson, the…
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PROVO, UTAH – Peterson Drew Matheson was sentenced on January 6, 2025, in the Fourth Judicial District Court, Judge Kasey L. Wright presiding, following a guilty plea to manslaughter charges stemming from a fatal collision on June 4, 20231…. The incident, which occurred on Cory B. Wride Memorial Highway in Eagle Mountain, Utah, resulted in…
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The change in code and amendment to the QTS Deal is not just about supporting datacenters and the tech industry that is booming in Eagle Mountain. As stated by Melissa Clark a resident, and member of the City Council, “This will generate $12 million a year in MET (municipal energy tax), which goes directly to…
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A recent study by Siegfried & Jensen has shed light on Utah’s most dangerous roads, highlighting critical safety concerns despite the state’s well-maintained highways. Using data from Consumer Affairs and the Utah Department of Public Safety, the study reveals alarming crash statistics and identifies key factors contributing to road hazards. Shocking Crash Statistics The numbers…
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A new study by Texas Electricity Ratings reveals that Utah has the lowest average electricity bills in the United States. Utah residents pay an average of $93.21 per month for electricity, making it the most affordable state in the country for this utility. The study analyzed data from the U.S. Energy Information Administration to determine…
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On June 4, 2023, a devastating car accident in Eagle Mountain, Utah, claimed the lives of two individuals. Over a year later, Peterson Drew Matheson, the man responsible for the tragedy, pleaded guilty to two counts of manslaughter. This plea deal, reached on November 19, 2024, dismissed several other charges, focusing on accountability for the…
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During the sweltering summer months in Eagle Mountain, residents experience significant air conditioning problems, with units struggling to maintain cool temperatures as outdoor heat exceeds 100 degrees. Proper HVAC maintenance, including regular cleaning, clearing debris, and checking refrigerant levels, can help ensure efficient operation. To prevent and troubleshoot issues, such as frozen coils, residents are…
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