In our world dominated by digital screens and fast-paced lifestyles, the role of music education in shaping the minds of today's youth is more vital than ever. Beyond the notes and rhythms, music education provides a symphony of benefits that resonate far beyond the restraints of a ...
I am a resident of Morgantown, WV and WVU fan. I would like to thank all the BYU fans who traveled to Morgantown to attend the BYU-WVU football game. I can say nothing but good things about the fans that I had the pleasure to speak with. BYU is a great addition to the Big XII conference and a ...
Choosing city council members is more than just a vote; it's about understanding true intentions. Campaign slogans and political tactics often cloud real visions for our city. In Orem, dedicated volunteers have delved deep, scrutinizing candidates, their backers, and agendas. We've sifted ...
In an earlier letter to the editor I implied that Spencer Rand was the recipient of significant outside money in his run for Orem City Council. In reviewing campaign finances with Spencer, I learned that he is self funded, a remarkable feat and one which I commend. I know Spencer and his family ...
Cybersecurity Month is a vital reminder about the growing importance of protecting our digital landscape and online world. As we dive deeper into the digital age and move critical operations online, safeguarding our cybersecurity is synonymous with preserving our way of life. From local, ...
Many Orem residents have been disappointed by Mayor Young’s overbearing approach to running the City Council—seeking to limit the voices not only of Orem citizens, but even other members of the Council. Orem cannot afford two more years of an uncompromising City Council majority. While all ...
I read Murray Low’s Guest Opinion about the Orem Transportation Master Plan (October 17, 2023). I remember when he was appointed to the Planning Commission in January of 2022. New members of the Orem City Council had just taken office. It became apparent that certain members of our city’s ...
We were out of town at the time, so I recently watched the recording of a controversial Orem City Council Meeting (September 19, 2023). During the public comment period, 6 speakers voiced similar complaints about alleged wrongdoing on the part of a Political Issues Committee (PIC), and the top ...
Reading today's Daily Herald (5 Oct.), has caused me to make some comments. You usually include both sides on your opinion page for which you deserve commendation. I really liked John Stossel's column. We don't need 2.5 million federal employees (outside the Dept. of Defense) to govern our ...
The LDS church recently has shown its true colors. Those colors are green and black. Green for money and black for its civic heart. The Church's frequently vaunted billions of dollars of disposable income have been used as a threat to force the city of Cody, Wyoming to grant a permit to build a ...