Elevate, Inspire, and Inform the Cedar Valley Community
Voters in northern Utah County cast their ballots in the August 12 municipal primary, narrowing the field for November’s general election. In Eagle Mountain, Jared Gray and Melissa Clark emerged as the top two mayoral contenders, while four council candidates advanced. Lehi voters set up a November matchup between Paige Albrecht and Paul Binns for…
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Over the past decade, prices have undergone significant changes — sometimes slowly, and sometimes almost overnight. Inflation, which measures how much the cost of everyday goods and services goes up over time, has shaped how we live, shop, and even where we can afford to live. For residents in Eagle Mountain, Lehi, Saratoga Springs, Cedar…
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The federal government has reinstated the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act, or RECA, after expiring over a year ago, and Intermountain Health’s Downwinders Clinic wants the community to know it is available to help families impacted by nuclear testing. The RECA statute provides family compensation for health issues encountered from radioactive fallout during the federal government’s nuclear…
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Well now, settle down and let ol’ Clemmie tell you about the second time the good folks of Lehi went to the ballot box to choose their leaders. It weren’t quite as novel as that first time, but it was still a mighty important day for our little town. Now, you recall how we finally…
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As Lehi enters another election season, voters deserve clarity on a troubling episode from the 2023 city council race. Several serious questions about transparency, accountability, and the integrity of our local elections have gone unanswered for nearly 2 years. What unfolded in September 2023 was not just a procedural error, but a case study in…
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To help residents make informed decisions for the upcoming Eagle Mountain City Official Nonpartisan Primary Ballot on August 12, 2025, this overview provides detailed campaign finance information for candidates running for Mayor and City Council. Voters will select one candidate for Mayor and up to two for City Council. The data presented includes each candidate’s…
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FAIRFIELD, UTAH — Camp Floyd State Park will honor those who have served and continue to serve in the U.S. military during Military Appreciation Day on Saturday, August 9, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. As part of the Utah State Parks system’s annual observance, veterans, active-duty military personnel, and their families (in the same…
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The communities of Eagle Mountain, Saratoga Springs, and Lehi are booming with new housing developments. But as homes sprout up rapidly across Cedar Valley, questions arise about long-term safety, resilience, and affordability. Most new houses in Utah County are built with traditional wood framing – a method that’s quick and familiar. Yet experts and recent…
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Local author Rio L. Barney, an aviation-trained firefighter-turned-writer, will be appearing at the American Fork Library on August 2, 2025, from 12:00 to 2:00 PM to discuss her debut novel A Flicker in the Dark. The book explores a hidden supernatural world where demons walk among us and only a chosen few—elite warriors known as…
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Underhanded moving scams are trapping more people each year. Fraudulent movers use sneaky tricks to take money and leave families helpless. They copy trusted brands and offer fake deals that sound like real bargains. Moving scams succeed because people trust what they see without double-checking the company’s license or address. Anyone can get fooled —…
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