Nebo Reporter

Wanting South Utah County residents to be able to enjoy The Nutcracker ballet without having to travel far or pay a lot of money are just a few reasons why one local dance academy owner is featuring two performances of The Nutcracker in December.

Payson Webelos Troop 909 of the Payson 18th Ward in Payson Utah Stake visited the Nebo Reporter Office Tuesday November 25 to pass off a Communication Activity Badge. Pictured l-r, Leader Hariella Crouch, Gabe Corrigan, Zak Gowans, Brennan Cummings, Luke Merryweather, assistant leader Marlies Anderson. Editor Kenna Holm answered questions and explained how the newspaper was put together and published each week.

The Winter Lights Parade was held on Friday night, the day after Thanksgiving.¬  Hundreds of people showed up to watch over 40 makeshift floats and decorated vehicles make their way down Main Street in Spanish Fork.

June Lopez, teacher at Goshen Elementary, received a grant for literacy through the Nebo Education Foundation. This grant will fund Big Books to help with whole group instruction, shared reading, buddy reading, and independent reading.

Looking for that perfect gift for the angler or hunter on your Christmas list?¬  If so, a Utah fishing or hunting license might be the answer.¬  These licenses make great Christmas gifts.¬  And they're easy to buy!

The fuel-efficient Chevrolet Aveo5 is a rigid performer, with a new design, a smooth, safe driving experience and amenities that are unusual in the segment. For 2009, a more powerful engine, the 1.6L Gen 3 Ecotec, is standard in all models, delivering more horsepower with the same great fuel efficiency.

Do you believe in Santa Claus? Do you believe in his helpers? Do you believe in magical trains and toys? Then come to Peteetneet on Saturday, December 6th from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. and you we will convince you and your children that "Yes there is all kinds of magic at Christmas". This year we have a very special treat because Santa's helper, "Sparkle Plenty" will be there to tell stories and share with you the real meaning of Christmas. She has a very special treat for all good little boys and girls and you won't want to miss it.

On Monday, November 24th, Mrs. Julie Cole from the Utah County Stormwater Coalition came to Taylor Elementary to inform the fourth grade about water use.¬ Students were able to be involved directly in water cylcle activities as well as get a great understanding of how important it is to not pollute our waters.¬  Taylor Tigers sure enjoyed Mrs. Cole's presentation again this year!

Central Bank is excited to introduce Central Bank Angels, a Christmas charity program organized to help local families within the community.¬ 

Even with a three-month reprieve on repaying excess sales tax to the state, Utah County's unincorporated residents will still have to pay more property taxes in 2009.

A call came into dispatch on November 24 when the caller spotted a small child in the middle of an intersection in Payson.¬  Officers responded but were not able to locate the child.¬  However, 20 minutes later a report came in stating that a Provo police officer was with the 4 year old boy.¬  The boy's mother was located and the case will be referred to DCFS for review.

2008 ballet features brand new Christmas tree after 29 year