Elevate, Inspire, and Inform the Cedar Valley Community
I have always been interested in computers. I liked computers before computers were household items like a toaster is today. I was born in 1970. Let’s put this date into perspective. On July 20, 1969, the astronauts Neil Armstrong and Edwin Aldrin became the first humans to ever land on the moon. Then, a little…
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Eagle Mountain, UT — The Cedar Valley Sentinel is proud to announce an exciting new collaboration with one of Utah’s most trusted culinary names—Rockwell Catering and Events. Beginning this spring, the Sentinel will feature a series of exclusive recipes straight from the kitchen of Chef Ethan Ingram and his team at Rockwell Catering. Founded in…
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Eagle Mountain, Utah — Eagle Mountain City is calling upon its residents to nominate individuals for the esteemed role of Grand Marshal in the 2025 Pony Express Days parade. This honorary position is awarded to someone who has made a significant impact on the community through service, leadership, or dedication. Pony Express Days: A Celebration…
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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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SARATOGA SPRINGS, Utah — The city of Saratoga Springs is mourning the loss of a trailblazing civic leader whose vision and tenacity helped shape the foundation of one of Utah’s fastest-growing communities. Mia Love, who served the city for over a decade, is being remembered for her tireless dedication, principled leadership, and unshakable belief in…
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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 March 2025 edition of The Eagle’s View newsletter from Eagle Mountain City highlights major infrastructure improvements, community initiatives, and local history. Mayor Tom Westmoreland announced significant transportation upgrades, including new roads, traffic lights, and expanded freeway access. Water and sewer projects are underway, including new water tanks and treatment plant expansion. The newsletter also features a piece on the hidden history of Camp Floyd State Park and ongoing mule deer conservation efforts. Additionally, it informs residents about city regulations on short-term rentals, offers spring home maintenance tips, and shares optimistic developments in local business growth.
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EAGLE MOUNTAIN, Utah — For Brandon King, what started as a weekend frustration in the garage turned into a full-fledged entrepreneurial endeavor that’s reshaping how families think about boating. After 16 years as a resident of Eagle Mountain, King’s story is one of homegrown ingenuity, parental practicality, and the grit of small-town entrepreneurship. Like many…
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Before Utah’s modern counties took shape, the region experienced several shifts in territorial boundaries and government organization. One short-lived but significant chapter in early territorial history was Cedar County, which had its county seat in present-day Cedar Fort. Though little-known today, Cedar County played a foundational role in the early governance and settlement of what…
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March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness about one of the most common — and most preventable — cancers in the United States. With more than 153,000 cases of colorectal cancer diagnosed and over 53,000 deaths in 2024, early detection is critical. Colon cancer is highly treatable when caught early, with…
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