Serve Daily Stories

Payson City has officially partnered with the City of Lehi to establish a permanent 480-acre conservation easement protecting the Forebay area in Payson Canyon. We explore how 25 years of municipal vision, grassroots trail building by Carey Pierce, and cross-city collaboration ensured this beloved recreation destination stays open for future generations.
 

Former Miss Salem’s Teen Rowan Meagher launched the "Birthday Card for America" project to celebrate the nation's 250th anniversary. We highlight how her traveling, community-wide card has collected messages of gratitude from students, local veterans, Salem leaders, and Governor Spencer Cox as it spreads civic pride across Utah.

On Saturday, October 10, up to 15,000 participants will gather along 17.76 miles of the Murdock and Provo River Trails to form a massive, continuous U.S. flag chain from Lehi to Provo. Organizers Active Impact and America's Freedom Festival invite community members of all ages to join this historic patriotic demonstration celebrating our shared freedoms.

Springville resident Kelli Oswald shares the heartwarming story of "Noodle," a painted rock snake in her front yard that grew to 45 rocks in less than a week. Discover how a simple sign invited neighbors, riding scooters and taking walks, to turn a fun idea into a colorful, shared Art City tradition.

Author Matt Kelly offers a thoughtful perspective on why good news doesn't always bring out the celebration we expect from those around us. He breaks down the emotional dynamics of envy, vulnerability, and stewardship, helping readers recognize who can truly hold space for their happiness without minimizing their wins.

Spring Lake Elementary honors Perry Ewell, an outstanding fifth-grade educator celebrating 37 years of dedicated service in Utah schools. We highlight his impact through annual student theater productions, State Capitol visits, mentoring 15 student teachers, and bringing community joy through the Hope of America concert and senior center caroling.
 
 

Former Miss Nebo Erika Dalton has been crowned Miss Utah 2026 during the organization's historic 100th anniversary celebration. We highlight her journey as a world-class violinist, her dedication to music education in Title One schools, and her courageous advocacy for survivors of sexual violence across Utah.
 

Fitness instructor Lauren Schofield was inspired by her 4-year-old daughter with Down syndrome to launch a new adaptive strength class at Springville's Clyde Recreation Center. We highlight how this inclusive program adapts workouts for all abilities, removing barriers to fitness while helping participants build confidence, health, and lasting friendships.
 

Writer Shellie Peterson reflects on her encounter with Amish families at a busy work convention and the profound lessons they taught her about slowing down. She explores how chronic busyness drains our joy and why adopting a more unhurried, intentional pace allows us to truly connect with and care for those around us.
 

Columnist Joe Capell takes a lighthearted, humorous look at the white lies we tell ourselves every single day—from "I'll only check my phone for a minute" to "I'll eat these vegetables before they go bad." We explore how procrastination, screen time, and morning alarm routines unite us in everyday human self-deception.