When independence was officially declared in 1776, John Adams declared on that date it would be “the most memorable epocha in the history of America.”Ironically enough, it wasn’t until two days after his declaration, on July 4, 1776, that the final text of the Declaration of Independence ...
Throughout this week, the Daily Herald has published a series of articles focusing on homeschooling and those who choose to provide education to their children just a few feet from their bedroom.If you have not had the opportunity, we would highly recommend reading reporter Braley Dodson’s ...
For the Utah County Sheriff’s Office, it’s felt like recent years has provided one more road bump after another — with many inextricably tied to the County Commission.Those with the Utah County Sheriff’s Office who served in some form or fashion in public safety and retired in the last ...
June is considered by the LGBTQ community and its allies as Pride Month, and we would like to use this editorial platform to talk openly about the LGBTQ community in Utah Valley and how the county as a whole should be allies to this often marginalized community.We understand being LGBTQ in Utah ...
Three religion-affiliated panelists tackled the issue of whether religion should have an influence on public policy <a ...
This past week, a congressional hearing in a House Judiciary subcommittee gained public attention after former late-night comedian Jon Stewart lambasted Congress during the hearing for not showing enough support for 9/11 victims and first responders — specifically for a bill providing ongoing ...
Former representative of Utah’s 3rd Congressional District, Jason Chaffetz, announced last week that he would not enter the 2020 election for governor.Enter: collective sigh of immense gratitude.Perhaps you think us harsh. But, we’d beg to differ.After all, it’s hardly been two years ...
The community likely recognizes the new face taking the helm of the Springville Department of Public Safety.Craig Martinez, as the public information officer of the Orem Police Department, was an active part of promoting and being a voice for the department. Whether he was taking part in ...
Many state and national leaders gathered in Salt Lake City this past week once again, this time to discuss Utah’s future energy plans.On Thursday, Gov. Gary Herbert joined U.S. Secretary of Energy Rick Perry, as well as Wyoming’s governor, CEOs of Dominion Energy and Rocky Mountain Power, ...
Amid the few dozen politicians who’ve put their name forward to run for president of the United States in 2020, it can be easy to forget the importance of the local and municipal elections happening this year.Next week, from June 3 through June 7, is the filing period for individuals to ...
