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Sanpete County

‘It’s the Hap-Happiest Time of the Year’

You’ll recognize the title of the column today as a variation of a lyric from a semi-old, popular Christmas song. I’ve had a really hard time getting that lyric and the tune of the song out of my head for several days now. The song is “It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year.” It ...

Sanpete County Happenings

Sanpete County announcements Fountain Green’s Petersen Dance Hall will be hosting a Christmas Boutique as well as a silent auction on Saturday, Dec. 14 from noon until 6 p.m. Shop local! The Peterson Dance Hall in Fairview will also be hosting the New Year’s Eve “Flappers and ...

Beehive Archive: The energy transition powered by rural Utah

Welcome to the Beehive Archive — your weekly bite-sized look at some of the most pivotal — and peculiar — events in Utah history. With all of the history and none of the dust, the Beehive Archive is a fun way to catch up on Utah’s past. Beehive Archive is a production of Utah ...

Ask an Expert – December Gardener’s Almanac Tips

Though yards and gardens have been put to bed, there are still outdoor tasks to consider and holiday gardening gifts to be given. Consider these ideas. Use deicing compounds sparingly to avoid salt damage to landscape plants. If precipitation is sparse and the ground is not frozen, ...

Melvin Wayne Atkinson

1941-2024 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Wayne Atkinson at the age of 83, after a lengthy battle with cancer and a mercifully short decline. His loving wife, Jan, was by his side. Wayne was born in Malad, Idaho to Melvin Sweeten Atkinson and Mary Pauline ...

Shawn Dale Szymanski Sr.

1975 – 2024 Shawn Dale Szymanski Sr. passed away on December 3rd, 2024 in Provo, UT. He was 49 years old. Son of Steve and Debby Szymanski, he was born April 29th, 1975 in Pocatello, ID. He graduated from Highland High School in 1993 and jumped into his career with both feet. He built his ...