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Guest opinion: Orem’s short-term rental debate deserves accurate data

Many Orem homeowners made decisions based on the rules and approvals that existed at the time. Many short-term rental hosts moved forward in good faith after receiving city approval and operating under the understanding that we were complying with the rules in place. For families who relied on ...

Matters that Matter: Mental health awareness is suicide prevention

Something we do every day is an important step in taking care of our own mental health and in helping others. In fact, it’s an invaluable step in preventing suicide: talking. Talking about mental health and talking about suicide can help to save someone’s life. During this month, Mental ...

Guest opinion: Squirrels!

Last year, while we were on vacation, we got this exciting text from our daughter,  “THERE’S A SQUIRREL IN MY BED!!!”  My Disney brainwashed mind, which will override safety concerns and common sense any day, was happy for her.  “That’s great!” I cheered. “They’re ...

Guest opinion: How golf helps in times of mental decline

Looking back, what first drew me toward organizing golf experiences was the wish to show people a different side of the game. Too often, golf is associated only with tournaments, money, branding, or spectacle, while the things that actually make people return to it are rarely talked about. I ...

Guest opinion: The effects of short-term rentals in our schools

Orem’s schools are one of the main reasons families choose to live here. But the continued spread of short-term rentals threatens the long-term stability of our neighborhoods and our schools in ways that cannot be ignored. Orem currently has approximately 529 short-term rentals spread across ...