Elevate, Inspire, and Inform the Cedar Valley Community
Stay informed on the decisions shaping our communities with the latest updates from city governments across Cedar Valley, including Eagle Mountain, Lehi, Saratoga Springs, Cedar Fort, and Fairfield. From city council meetings and public hearings to zoning changes, budget approvals, and local ordinances, we cover the policies and people influencing life in Northern Utah County. Whether you’re a resident, voter, or local business owner, this is your go-to source for transparent, reliable coverage of local government actions and civic engagement.
ShopFest has quickly become one of Utah’s largest and most popular shop local events. It is held annually at Cory B. Wride Memorial Park and is managed by Rachael Smith, who has nine years of event planning experience. This year there are over 300 vendors and 25 sponsors, as well as inflatables, hot air balloons…
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To help reduce traffic in the Cedar Valley, Eagle Mountain back in 2021 started construction on what is to be known as Airport road to connect SR-73 (Cory B Wride memorial Highway) with Pony Express to help with congestion on Eagle Mountain BLVD and Pony Express Parkway. The city currently has spent $233,258 on design,…
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A heat spot refers to a localized area within a city where the urban heat island effect is particularly intense, leading to significantly higher temperatures compared to surrounding areas. The urban heat island effect is the phenomenon where urban areas experience higher temperatures than their rural surroundings due to human activities and the built environment….
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One of the biggest issues that cities are facing at the moment is pressure to fix the housing crisis. As I have mentioned before, I don’t think that Utah has a housing crisis, but that Utah has a Developer Crisis. The State Legislature has passed legislation that is making it harder and harder for Cities…
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My name is Mike Kieffer, I am the chief editor of The Cedar Valley Sentinel, an Ambassador for the Eagle Mountain Chamber of Commerce, owner of Lake Mountain Media, LLC, and co-owner of Quail Run Farms, but I don’t address you today in any of those roles, I address you as Mike Kieffer, resident of…
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Crews are scheduled to begin work on July 25 to lengthen the left turn lane at the intersection of Pony Express Pkwy. and Ranches Pkwy. in Eagle Mountain. The lane extension is planned to help alleviate traffic back-ups and safety concerns. The project is part of a larger effort to improve four intersections around Eagle…
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The concept of the public sphere refers to the arena where citizens come together to engage in open, inclusive, and rational discussions about matters of common concern. It is a space separate from the state and the private sphere, where individuals can freely express their opinions, share information, and participate in public dialogue. The public…
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In a special City Council meeting held on July 5th, significant agreements were made between the Mayor, the City Council, and the developer of the newly rebranded subdivision known as Firefly, formerly the Pole Canyon Development. This meeting followed a history of financial contributions from the developer, Nate Shipp, to various council members and the…
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The June edition of The Eagle’s View newsletter offers readers knowledge on summer safety, the wildflower superbloom, and Small Area Plans. It is available now for readers to enjoy. The Eagle’s View – June 2023 The June edition of The Eagle’s View newsletter is ready for your enjoyment. This month, we learn about summer safety,…
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Construction has begun to expand Smith Ranch Park in mid-May. The park will be expanded to a 16-acre area and will feature a new playground, skatepark and ninja course. Accommodations have been made for local plant and animal species and an accessible playground has been designed for children with adaptive needs. The skatepark is partially…
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