Chris Herrod concedes 3rd Congressional District primary; updates on 2017 Utah County primary election results
Chris Herrod conceded the 3rd Congressional District primary to Provo Mayor John Curtis after the primary election results were updated on Friday afternoon. With the updated results three days following the election, Curtis led with 43.27 percent, Herrod had 32.24 percent of the votes while Tanner Ainge — who conceded Tuesday night — had 24.49 […]
Provo City Council and Provo retail experts council together on Provo’s retail problem
In a collaborative effort, the Provo City Council met with operators representing four of Provo’s largest retail centers to discuss how they can get new retail companies in the city. And the operators gave the council a lot to think about. “I think this city can do better at reviewing development applications,” said Provo city […]
Mitt Romney presses President Trump to apologize for Charlottesville comments
Former presidential candidate Mitt Romney pressed President Donald Trump to apologize for his comments made following the tragedy in Charlottesville, Virginia. “Whether he intended to or not, what he communicated caused racists to rejoice, minorities to weep, and the vast heart of America to mourn,” Romney wrote in a Facebook post on Friday morning. “His apologists […]
Eclipse tips for travelers and homebodies
Brigham Young University in Provo usually gets the most attention, but this weekend, the nation will turn their heads toward the home of BYU-Idaho as one of the best cities for viewing the 2017 total solar eclipse. Aug. 21 marks the first solar eclipse to span the continuous United States since 1918. Americans will see […]
LDS Church releases statement supporting LoveLoud Festival’s motives
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints made a statement applauding LoveLoud Festival’s motives after receiving multiple inquiries from journalist. “We applaud the LoveLoud Festival for LGBT youth’s aim to bring people together to address teen safety and to express respect and love for all of God’s children,” the LDS Church’s statement said. “We join our voice […]
Curtis (likely) wins 3rd Congressional primary; 1000s of ballots left to count
It’s (almost) official — Provo Mayor John Curtis won the Republican nomination for the 3rd Congressional District race to replace Jason Chaffetz. Almost, because there are still tens of thousands of ballots left to count in Utah County. Curtis’s opponent, Tanner Ainge, conceded the race around 9 p.m., after polls closed at 8 p.m. His […]
ICYMI: Homes prices in Wasatch Front rising; Orem man saves woman at Deer Creek Reservoir
In case you took a break from the news for some weekend barbecuing, here are some headlines to brush up on. Home prices on Wasatch Front have risen to record highs The Salt Lake Board of Realtors released a report saying home prices on the Wasatch Front have risen to a median price of $300,000 […]
Cedar Hills Mayor Gary Gygi known for being a clear communicator
When Gary Gygi was appointed mayor of Cedar Hills in January 2012, residents were sharply divided in their view of the Cedar Hills Golf Club. Some loved the golf course, others resented it. Rancor and animosity over the golf course was tearing the town apart. “Our city had a real contentious number of years about […]
Utah-Tube: GENTRI encourages being ‘The One’ in new video shot in India
GENTRI: The Gentlemen Trio released a new video called “One” about the lessons they learned in India about the power and influence of “The One.” “It only takes one life to make a difference,” trio member Brad Robins said at the end of the “One” video. The trio worked with Rising Star Outreach, an organization […]
Duncan Aviation on track for Provo Airport expansion
Last year, Duncan Aviation announced plans to expand its facility at the Provo Airport. Though it’s hit a bump, the company is moving ahead. David Walter, director of the Provo Redevelopment Agency, told the city council and Provo School Board on Thursday that the company had hit a regulatory snag. But the project, which would […]
Provo School District giving one-time bonus to employees in November
Provo School District is giving its employees a one-time bonus at the end of November, Provo School District President McKay Jensen announced in a joint meeting with the Provo City Council on Thursday. Following Thanksgiving break, district employees will receive a bonus that is worth 2.5 percent of their salary. “We wanted to make the […]
New York Times shares ‘Unusually Popular Summer Travel Spots for Each State’
Utahns love to travel to Tonga, according to a Facebook study. The data was based off of where people “check in” on Facebook when they are traveling abroad during the summer since 2012. The New York Times wrote that this unusually popular destination was the most surprising. “Despite the island’s small footprint, it was the most […]
Donny Osmond shares precious picture of meeting his newest grandson for the first time
#AGoodDayIncludes meeting my sweet new grandson. I’d like to introduce you to Peder Clark Osmond. pic.twitter.com/xq4y1hKTks — Donny Osmond (@donnyosmond) August 8, 2017 Donny Osmond is beyond puppy love after posting a picture of him holding his newest grandson, Peder Clark Osmond, on Tuesday. On Friday, Osmond tweeted to announce the arrival of his newest […]
ICYMI: The Void creates Star Wars-themed virtual reality exhibit; SafeUT app is helping prevent teen suicide
In case you took a break from the news this weekend, here are a few local stories to catch you up after the weekend. The Void partners with Disney on Star Wars-themed virtual reality game The Void, a virtual reality company, has partnered with Disney to create an interactive Star Wars-themed virtual reality exhibit, the Deseret […]
John Curtis responds to negative ads with comical negative flier-use suggestions
Provo Mayor John Curtis knows how to make junk mail useful — at least that’s what he demonstrates in a video response to negative fliers. Curtis is one of three Republican candidates vying for votes in the special election for the 3rd Congressional District. Tanner Ainge, who just secured an endorsement from former vice presidential […]
Valley Grove breaks ground on 62-acre development in Pleasant Grove
Valley Grove is changing Pleasant Grove as we know it. For years, exit 275 has immediately led to open fields, but the new development is promising new sites in the future. St. John Properties held its official groundbreaking ceremony for the 62-acre development on Tuesday, Aug. 1. Valley Grove already has two office buildings completed and […]
Raise a glass: BYU continues streak as No. 1 ‘Stone-Cold Sober’ university
Raise a glass — BYU has once again secured the No. 1 “Stone-Cold Sober” university spot in the Princeton Review’s annual college rankings. This is the 20th year in a row BYU has earned the ranking. BYU was followed by College of the Ozarks in Point Lookout (No. 2), Missouri and City University of New York—Baruch College […]
ICYMI: Elizabeth Smart film coming in November; Eagle Mountain 3-year-old dies after SUV runs her over
In case you took a break from the news this weekend, here are a few stories you’ll want to catch up on. Elizabeth Smart film coming in November Elizabeth Smart is co-producing a film depicting her abduction in 2002, reported The Salt Lake Tribune and Deseret News. Smart spoke at the Television Critics Association summer […]
What to do with Utah County’s mail-in ballots or if you didn’t receive a ballot
Voters in Utah County won’t have to make time to get to a polling place on Primary Election Day — or on Election Day in November. That’s Utah County is delivering their ballots via the mail this year. Elections officials mailed ballots on Tuesday (July 25), so every eligible voter should have one in hand […]
LDS teen advances to the live show on ‘America’s Got Talent’ with another emotional song
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wF506F3nFsU In another emotional performance, 13-year-old Evie Clair performed once again on “America’s Got Talent” and was advanced to the live show for her special performance. The LDS girl from Florence, Arizona performed the song “I Try” by Macy Gray, a song that meant a lot to her. “A lot of things are happening right […]
ICYMI: Jimmer Fredette signs with Shanghai Sharks once more; Elder Holland speaks on scouting plan
In case you took a break from the news over the long Pioneer Day weekend, here are your top news stories from Utah Valley. Jimmer Fredette signs again with Shanghai Sharks Jimmer Fredette, former guard for the BYU basketball team, announced Monday he would return to play with the Shanghai Sharks for a two-year contract, […]
Modern pioneers: 3 countries where first-generation Saints are thriving
If Pioneer Day brings to mind images of 19th-century converts pushing handcarts across an unforgiving prairie floor, you’re not alone. And you’re right — the pioneers who came to Utah in the late 1800s are important to remember and left a heritage all Utahns (and all Church members) can appreciate. But pioneers exist today all […]
Utah-Tube: Miss Utah judges take to the stage to perform ‘Wicked’ song
Two Miss Utah judges took a break from judging the competition to sing “For Good” from the Broadway musical “Wicked” during the third day of the preliminary competition on June 16. “We just wanted to dedicate this tonight to the girls competing and for all their hard work and hopefully the friendships that they’ve made […]
Orem police officer demonstrates dangerous consequences of leaving children unattended in cars
It was 91 degrees Fahrenheit outside on Tuesday afternoon and Orem Police Department’s Lt. Craig Martinez decided to spend 20 minutes locked inside his car to teach a valuable lesson to parents. Martinez took to Facebook live on the Orem Police Department’s Facebook page to document his experience, which showed the dangers of leaving children unattended […]
Springville now requiring parking permit at Wayne Bartholomew Family Park
Springville City will require parking permits for Wayne Bartholomew Family Park beginning on Friday, July 21. While Springville residents can obtain a free parking permit from the city offices, non-residents will be charged $10 per day to park at the popular beach. “One of the main reasons this is being done is to make sure it […]
Utah ranks low on WalletHub’s most at-risk youth report
It turns out Utah is a pretty good place to be a youth. This morning WalletHub, a personal finance website, released their findings about the country’s most at-risk youth in each state — and Utah ranked low. Overall, Utah ranks 50 out of 51, being the second lowest for having at-risk youth. The state with […]
Utah Valley Chamber hosting night for Provo residents to meet their candidates
The Utah Valley Chamber is providing Provo residents an opportunity to get to know mayoral and city council candidates on Wednesday, July 19. With the primary election less than a month away — which will be held on Aug. 15 — the “Meet the Candidates Night” will feature all nine mayoral candidates as well as […]
Utah-Tube: Lindsey Stirling starts the week with Selena Gomez cover
Lindsey Stirling is kicking off Monday morning the right way with a new video featuring Kurt Hugo Schneider. In the video, Stirling shows off her mad violin and dancing skills to the song “It Ain’t Me” by pop star Selena Gomez and DJ/songwriter Kygo. Schneider, an American video editor, producer, musician, singer and songwriter, is […]
ICYMI: 25 Alpine homes evacuated; John Curtis GOP campaign raises the most funds
In case you took a break from the news this weekend, here are the top local news stories. Saratoga Springs man makes finalist list for the Lays Chip flavor contest Saratoga Spring’s Brandon Foster submitted “smoked gouda and honey” to the “Do Us a Flavor” contest, presented by PepsiCo Frito Lays, reported The Daily Herald. Foster’s […]
Top 10 moments with ‘Studio C’ to celebrate one billion views
The beloved clean-comedy sketch group “Studio C” took to Facebook on Thursday to announce they laughed their way to one billion views. In honor of their success, here are 10 of our favorite “Studio C” moments. 1. Scott Sterling kicks it out of the park The most popular sketch from “Studio C” is the notorious video of […]