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OPINION: Alpine School District Split: Let us not allow fear to take over
The upcoming Alpine School District split question on November’s ballot has already caused deep divisions within our community. With four months left until the vote, fear often dominates the discourse surrounding this issue. Like me, I’m sure you always strive to put your kids in the best educational environment to succeed, so resisting the temptation to let fear dictate the narrative is essential. I have my thoughts on the split, but there is no right or wrong answer. There is no good side or bad side to this issue. Each voter has their feelings and will make their decision when filling in the ballot bubble during the General Election.
Utah fireworks season significantly contributes to air pollution, BYU study shows
PROVO — Summer in Utah isn't complete without fireworks almost every weekend between two patriotic holidays and dozens of city festivals. And, while most are dazzled by the colors in the air, some BYU professors are concerned about the air pollution created by the explosive shows. For two years,...
Utah study examines fireworks and pollution in July
SALT LAKE CITY — Researchers at BYU have learned a little more about that cloud of smoke, or pollution, that hangs around after fireworks. After a two-year study, BYU Geology Professor Greg Carling said his team identified several metals in the smoke. The team collected particulate matter in northern...
Provo’s Epic Sports Park taking form; tournaments booked ahead of fall opening
Crews continue to make headway on the soon-to-be opened multiuse sports complex in west Provo. Sodding recently has been completed on more than half of the planned 21 turf grass fields at the new Epic Sports Park, while construction of the playground, parking lot and other features of the 100-acre park is currently underway.
Stage 1 fire restrictions now in place for Northern Utah
LEHI — You know a big summer holiday is coming when the Willes family sets up in the Lehi High School parking lot, especially when that holiday is celebrated with fireworks. “It is our Heaven. We wait for months and months for this,” Shane Willes said. Willes is...
Celebrate the 4th of July in Heber at Red, White & Blue Festival
KUTV — The following information was submitted by Heber Valley Tourism. The second annual Gordon Law Group Red, White, and Blue Festival is poised to illuminate Heber Valley with a vibrant celebration of patriotism and community spirit on Thursday, July 4th, 2024. From dawn till dusk, the festivities promise a day of engaging activities and entertainment, creating an unforgettable Independence Day celebration with small-town charm.
Utah's largest school district could split through interlocal agreements
DRAPER — Alpine School District could still be splitting, though not by way of a ballot measure put forward by the district's school board. That possibility was struck down when Utah lawmakers in June passed HB303 — sponsored by sponsored by Rep. Brady Brammer, R-Highland — during a special legislative session, which prevents local school boards from initiating a process to divide a district. Instead, two separate interlocal agreement proposals to split the district will be on voters' ballots come November.
Opinion: Utah’s primary election results raise questions about caucus-convention system
The initial primary election results point to the likely conclusion that Republican primary voters want the opposite of what they got from their party convention in the highest-profile races — and by significant margins. This raises important questions about how we use taxpayer dollars to nominate candidates for office. The state GOP leadership’s new push for candidates to sign a pledge to support the caucus-convention system magnifies the issue. We need a principled framework to answer such questions. The framers of the U.S. Constitution offer such a framework: 1) Limit the power of factions, and 2) Use a broad base...
Exurbs, suburbs outpace principal cities in housing stock growth
Housing stock in exurbs and suburbs outgrew that of major markets over the past decade, according to new analysis from StorageCafe. Inventory in exurbs grew by an average of 15% in the past 10 years, with suburbs trailing closely at 14% housing inventory growth. Housing supply in principal cities, on the other hand, saw an average increase of 10%.
Warning advisory issued for harmful algal bloom in areas of Utah Lake
SARATOGA SPRINGS, Utah (KUTV) — A warning advisory has been issued by the Utah Department of Water Quality for certain areas of Utah Lake due to a harmful algal bloom. The warning was put into effect for Provo Bay, Lincoln Beach, American Fork Beach and Saratoga Springs Marina, officials said.
Wasatch County joins Midway in North Fields funding commitment
The Wasatch County Council pledged $3.6 million for a conservation easement for the North Fields, a large swath of farmlands north of Heber and west of U.S. 189. Its decision June 26 came a week after the Midway City Council made a similar promise of $1.25 million for conservation. Both...
Pickleball Kingdom to Open Second Location in Utah
Pickleball Kingdom will see its latest franchise open in American Fork, UT. This new facility is the second announced in Utah and reportedly “underscores Pickleball Kingdom’s commitment to bringing premier indoor pickleball facilities to the Beehive State.”. “We’re pleased to bring Pickleball Kingdom to American Fork. The local...
Wasatch County considers tax bump for transit
The county council has been discussing the future of public transportation in the Heber Valley since February, when High Valley Transit Executive Director Caroline Rodriguez said demand for the service has soared since it was first introduced in the county. Fare-free transit arrived in the valley in November 2022, with...
No traction in Orem, Pleasant Grove, Lindon, Vineyard on school district agreement
As 10 of the 14 cities within Alpine School District are exploring the possibility of splitting off and forming their own districts through interlocal agreements, the remaining four municipalities could have a tough decision to make soon. The two interlocal agreements created include one with Saratoga Springs, Eagle Mountain, Fairfield...
Benjamin Franklin Plumbing Fuels Expansion into Utah with Opening in the Suburbs of Salt Lake City
Benjamin Franklin Plumbing, a leading provider of nationwide residential plumbing services, announced the opening of its newest location in Draper, Utah. Benjamin Franklin Plumbing of Draper is locally owned and operated by Tyson Siekiera. After working for more than 15 years in the automotive industry for Toyota Motor Sales and a tech startup, Tyson was eager to be his own boss. With an established business model in a resilient industry and an unparalleled level of support and training, Tyson quickly realized franchising with Benjamin Franklin Plumbing and Authority Brands was the perfect investment opportunity for him.
Health department begins data collection at Midway sanitation ponds
For years, Midway residents who live near the Heber Valley Special Service District (HVSSD) have said the smell of the wastewater treatment ponds has harmed their health and quality of life. Now, progress is underway to learn more about the science behind the stench. Late this winter, state toxicologist Alejandra...
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