Gail Lee Anderson Erichsen passed away peacefully in her sleep during the morning hours of June 30, 2026. It gives our family so much peace knowing she left this earthly existence the way she wanted. Other than the limitations of old age and the frailties of the body, she remained her fun loving self in…
It is with tender hearts that we announce the passing of Joyce M. Cox—a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, who departed from this earthly life on July 1, 2026. She lived a life illuminated by faith and defined by devotion. Joyce’s story began in Manti, Utah, on Oct. 13, 1940, as the youngest of…
Suzanne Chapman Simons, born on July 22, 1947, in Mt. Pleasant, Utah to Dern and Ethelyn Morley Chapman, peacefully departed this life on July 2, 2026,14 years to the day after her dad passed, joining her beloved family in eternal rest. She left just shy of her 79th birthday, reuniting with her cherished husband and…
LuDene Amundsen Hamilton passed away peacefully on July 1, 2026. Her cause of death in the best of medical opinions was TMB. (Too Many Birthdays). She was born in Fairview, Utah Oct. 6, 1931 to the kindest and most loving parents, Whitford Leroy Amundsen and Verda Christena Anderson. She was raised with friends and cousins…
Jack LeRoy Bailey Jr., born June 2, 1974, in Nephi, Utah, said “adios” on July 2, 2026 at 5:44 am, in Bountiful, Utah. Jack was a man of kindness, love, and laughter — funny as hell, as anyone who knew him would say. Raised in Moroni and Jerusalem, Utah, he is the beloved son of…
Carol Rhoda Maynes, aged 98, of Manti, Utah, peacefully completed her earthly journey in 2026. Carol lived a life of devotion to her family with an open heart that welcomed everyone she met. Carol met the love of her life Roy Maynes, and was married in the Salt Lake Temple on Dec. 11, 1946. Carol…
SPRING CITY—Most respondents to a recent public survey expressed support for a proposed network of new nonmotorized trails in Ephraim and Spring City canyons, according to information released by the Sanpete County Travel & Tourism Department.
MOUNT PLEASANT—As communities across America gathered to celebrate Independence Day and the 250th anniversary of the nation, one story unfolded in Mount Pleasant that highlighted hope, perseverance and the power of people coming together.
MANTI-Few months hold as much significance in Utah as July. The month begins with Independence Day celebrations and quickly shifts toward Pioneer Day on July 24, before communities turn their attention to the start of another school year in Aug. After this year’s widespread America250 festivities across Sanpete County, from Indianola to Axtell and Fayette to Fairview, the focus now turns to the holiday that is uniquely our own.
FAIRVIEW—The North Bend Entertainers will present the musical Fiddler on the Roof at the Peterson Dance Hall in Fairview on July 17, 18 and 20. Performances begin at 7 p.m.
MAYFIELD-The Mayfield Town Council received an update on the town’s annual Pioneer Day celebration during its July 8 meeting. Mayfield Lions Club President John Glauser outlined the schedule for the July 24 event, which is organized by the Lions Club.
SPRING CITY—Spring City will celebrate Pioneer Day with activities scheduled July 18-26 under the theme, “Pioneer Spirit, Pioneer Strong.”
MOUNT PLEASANT—As America celebrated the 250th anniversary of the nation’s founding, Intermountain Health helped new parents and their babies mark the occasion with a special America250 onesie.
CENTERFIELD—A GoFundMe campaign has been launched to assist a longtime Sanpete County farm after severe drought and record-breaking heat left the operation facing significant crop losses and water shortages.
MANTI—Stage 2 fire restrictions took effect Friday, July 10 across the Manti-La Sal National Forest as federal officials responded to high fire danger and severe fire weather conditions.