Actor Rick Macy Shares Memories of the Silver Screen and Christmas Silver Linings
Rick Macy acts deliberately. While attending BYU in the 1970s, he committed to pursuing a career on the silver screen only if he received an answer to prayer that this was the right decision. He received an affirmative heavenly feeling after committing to use his talents as a missionary tool. “For me, it is […]
The Topanga – Home #25 – 2018
Home: The Topanga Address: 616 North 1375 West City: Lehi Custom doesn’t have to mean expensive. Come and experience a fun and enjoyable building experience. Journey’s End Homes builds your home, on your budget, with your agenda. Know your builder and take comfort he will be on your job site every day of the week. Please view […]
Traverse Modern – Home #26 – 2018
Home: Traverse Modern Address: 1481 West Revello Drive City: Lehi Murdock Builders combines over 35 years of experience in the custom home industry to provide Utah clients with some of the most beautiful homes anywhere. Each project is treated as a unique classic in the making. We aim to provide unmatched quality, service and design to our […]
Industrial Tranquility – Home #27 – 2018
Home: Industrial Tranquility Address: 5047 North Vialetto Way City: Lehi Foster Custom Homes is committed to build the finest quality custom home, on time and on budget, through superior craftsmanship, honest dealings, and diligent service. Our commitment to craftsmanship begins with creativity and vision and continues throughout the job. Our commitment to honesty is more than a […]
Home X – Home #33 – 2018
Home: Home X Address: 827 North Country Manor Lane City: Alpine E Builders, is an award-winning builder that specializes in designing and building distinctive and innovative custom homes. E Builders showcases master craftsmanship and attention to detail. The timeless finishes, beautiful materials, creative touches and stunning views will appeal to all your senses in a […]
Road work 2018: Expect major projects around Utah County
Snow is melting in the mountains, ski resorts are closing, temperatures are rising. It’s spring, aka the start of road construction season. And this year, Utah Valley residents can expect some major projects. “We always like to remind drivers to be alert and extra cautious in construction zones,” said Eileen Barron, a spokeswoman for the […]
Central Bank celebrates the opening of its Traverse Mountain office
Sponsored Story LEHI, Utah – Central Bank is excited to serve the communities and businesses of Alpine, Highland, and Lehi in their new state-of-the-art Traverse Mountain office—located conveniently on Timpanogos Highway just east of the Traverse Mountain Outlets. “Opening a new location in this area is a great opportunity for us to connect with people and […]
8 new restaurants opening in Utah County in 2018
Utah County had just over 592,000 residents in 2017. Over the next 50 years, new projections estimate that number will triple to more than 1.6 million. As this growth accelerates, several new businesses and restaurants are opening in Utah County. Here are eight restaurants to be on the lookout for in 2018. 1. Strap Tank Brewing Co., […]
Utah County development projects to look forward to in 2018
At this point it’s not a secret that Utah County is growing. Utah County is expected to double in size over the next 20 years, which will bring the population size to more than 1 million people. This has Utah County’s economic developers singing the same tune — growth means growing pains. “Our biggest challenge […]
All is bright: Meet the man behind the brightest house on the block
Untangling a giant mess of Christmas lights doesn’t exactly foster the Christmas spirit. But for Michael Downey, it’s a labor of love. His display garners the admiration of light lovers near and far, with roughly 2,000 cars driving by his Lehi house each year. He uses more than 10,000 lights and synchronizes them with classic […]
Get to the Point: Life surrounding Traverse Mountain
For decades, the Point of the Mountain has divided Utah Valley from Salt Lake Valley. However, the Point is now bringing people together from near and far. Utah Valley Magazine asked “pointed” questions to a resident, a business owner and a shopper who are in the fan club for what is now referred to as […]
New Lehi Facebook page gives residents direct line to city
Want to know what’s happening at what used to be a horse pasture in Lehi? Wondering why your road is torn up? Are you looking for more information about a Lehi event? The city recently started a new Facebook page where residents can ask these kinds of questions and more, and get answers directly from […]
Moooving in: Chick-fil-a opens new restaurant in Lehi
Utah County residents can now “eat mor chikin” as a new Chick-fil-A restaurant opened in Lehi on Wednesday. The Lehi Chick-fil-A kicked off its new location with the traditional First 100 campout, where 100 customers ages 18 and older camped in the parking lot for 24 hours in exchange for a one-year supply (52 meals) of free […]
The Drive: Take a road trip through Utah County with eight locals
Rev up the engine and take a road trip through Utah County. We’ll make eight stops and introduce you to the talk of each town. So buckle your seatbelt and kick it into high gear with locals in the driver’s seat.
Lehi’s Ganel-Lyn Condie lets loss lead to writing career
As told to Jeanette Bennett Two weeks before we closed on this Lehi home, I had a horrible impression that we weren’t financially going to be able to live here. My husband felt strongly that we were supposed to be in this Ivory home. We were both right. Two days before Thanksgiving 2013, we closed […]
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 […]
Weekend best bets: 6 Utah Valley events to fill your weekend
Summer is halfway over in Utah Valley, but things are just heating up. Make the most of your July weekends by marking these Utah Valley events in your calendar. Jigglefest Ashton Gardens is ready to get their jiggle on. Well, at least the Jell-O will be jiggling. Grab your swimsuit and goggles and join Thanksgiving Point for […]
ICYMI: BYU senior crowned as Miss Utah; Lehi man dies after falling in Bell Canyon
In case you took a break from the news this weekend, here are the weekend’s top local news stories. JessiKate Riley wins Miss Utah 2017 JessiKate Riley, a violin performance major at BYU, was crowned Miss Utah 2017 at the Miss Utah Pageant Saturday. Riley received at $10,000 scholarship and new car. She will compete in the […]
As the city grows, Lehi holds true to Lehi Round-Up traditions
Round ’em up and bring ’em out to the Lehi Round-Up. “It doesn’t matter what part of town you live in, whether you live by Traverse Mountain or down by Utah Lake or out on the Jordan River or where you live, you’re all part of Lehi,” said Lehi Mayor Bert Wilson in a Facebook […]
Journey’s End Homes – Home #19 – 2017
The Winnie Cooper, 1023 West 1630 South, Lehi “There are a lot of good things about both production building and custom building,” says owner Wade Peterson. “At Journey’s End Homes, we take the efficiency of production building and marry it with what we love about custom homes — the chance to sit down with our […]
Candlelight Homes – Home #22 – 2017
The Aspen, 2462 West Bluestem Drive, Lehi Candlelight Homes is a customer‑focused company full of passionate, dedicated people who care about delivering memorable building experiences. Candlelight Homes communities help families enjoy a lifestyle filled with long‑lasting wellness, happiness, and success. Candlelight Homes strives to make the homebuilding process exceptional. From initial contract to years after […]
Timber Creek Custom Homes – Home #23 – 2017
The Evanson Residence, 1173 North 1700 West, Lehi Founded on the guiding principle that clients come first, Timber Creek Custom Homes takes custom to the highest level. Communication is paramount and from day one, we strive to see and understand our clients’ dreams. Timber Creek then carefully considers every element of the home in order […]
Ivory Homes – Home #24 – 2017
Flagstaff Mountain, 2514 North Circle C Way, Lehi Ivory Homes has been Utah’s No. 1 homebuilder for 29 consecutive years —leading the way in number of homes, quality and customer service. Ivory Homes understands the big picture but also appreciates the little details. Ivory Homes focuses on creating an experience and a product that exceeds […]
Senator Hatch talks Trump and tech with local entrepreneurs
Utah Senator Orrin Hatch spoke to about 25 entrepreneurs and tech executives at Silicon Slopes headquarters in Lehi, Utah, Thursday afternoon. During the hourlong discussion held before lunch, the group discussed a myriad of topics from technology and its involvement in Utah’s growth to politics and transportation concerns. Here are seven insightful takeaways from Senator […]
Lehi’s Garett Bolles drafted No. 20 overall by Denver Broncos
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=00Wv11dChxE In the Thursday night NFL Draft, the Denver Broncos drafted University of Utah offensive lineman Garett Bolles as the 20th overall pick. The Westlake High School graduate will return to the state where he served his LDS mission. According his University of Utah athlete profile, he served in the Colorado Colorado Springs Mission. “This is […]
Flippin Traffic: Group wants state to move up Lehi I-15 project
If you’ve driven through Lehi on I-15 during the morning or evening commute — and even other times of the day — you know there’s a problem between Main Street and State Road 92, aka the Thanksgiving Point exit. Thousands of people work and live in the area, using the freeway and the interchange every […]
New app will get help to heart-attack victims faster
Your wife, husband, friend, co-worker, stranger standing next to you in line collapses — it’s a heart attack. You pull our your phone and call 911, then wait. You don’t know CPR or how to use an AED. But what if there were a way to get help even before the ambulance arrives? In a […]
Go Fish!: Of all the fish in the local restaurant sea, Tsunami at Traverse Mountain has the best sushi
By Mary Crafts-Homer I’m jumpin’ for joy that one of my favorite Salt Lake restaurants has opened a fourth location in Traverse Mountain! I have long been a fan of Tsunami at its original Sugar House location and find it a good place for both lunch and dinner. And sometimes just for an afternoon break, […]
7 things Wade Christiansen wants you to know about Lehi
Father-of-five and podiatric surgeon Wade Christiansen’s Lehi roots run deep. His mother was the town beautician, his grandfather owned a bussing company on Main Street, and his other grandfather was a Lehi police officer. Wade even remembers watching “Footloose” being filmed at Lehi Roller Mills. After graduating from Lehi High School in 1994, Wade served […]
It’s getting spooky: Halloween happenings around Utah Valley
On Friday night, Lehi’s Legacy Center will be full of adults and kids decked out in their Halloween costumes. They’ll be playing games, collecting candy around the movie-themed track, getting a little scared in the family-friendly spook alley, and having all kinds of Halloween fun. The Legacy Center — Lehi’s recreation center, 123 N. Center […]