Many years ago, a few people came up with a philosophy which was solidified by Rush Limbaugh by what he called and “preached” as the “Four corners of Deceit.” This philosophy said: don’t trust the government, science, academia or the media. Many warned that this was a misguided and very dangerous philosophy, but many others…
Dear Gunnison Valley Community,Every year I think I’ve seen the full measure of generosity in this valley, and every year you prove me wrong. This year’s Sub for Santa effort was nothing short of extraordinary. Because of you, over 200 children in our community will have a Christmas filled with hope and joy. From personal hygiene items…
I would like to share how grateful I am for Mayor Scott. As Dennis Nordfeldt said in this month’s Ephraim City News, “[John Scott] is a natural leader… is kind and compassionate, but at the same time is fiercely protective, and a staunch defender of our city and our residents.” I agree.As Mayor Scott has…
I recently read the letter titled “Set aside political differences” by Ann Gardner. I was surprised that by the second paragraph she begins criticizing government policies simply because she disagrees with them. She mentions “mass firings” leading to higher prices. Those price hikes came from the Biden administration’s inability to control its own spending. Inflation…
We need to set aside our political differences and stand up for families and human rights.Mass firings have resulted in lost income, uncertainty, financial insecurity and lost sleep. Ill advised tariffs have driven up prices, straining and overwhelming family budgets with the high price of food and other necessities, and leaving many families struggling financially.This…
I was on my way to a job site early Saturday morning, headed out to hang windows, when I received a call from one of our loyal and always-friendly Lions Club members. She asked if I could swing by and help set up the big Christmas tree in the middle of the clock tower plaza.I…
It is Veterans Day as I write this. This morning, I was honored to attend the Veterans Day celebration at the Ephraim Elementary School. There was lots of energy, fun music, patriotism and warm thank-yous. When the program was finished, I approached a young student wearing an oversized jacket with sergeant stripes and an 82nd…
I am writing to express profound concern and outrage at your recent decision to publish the full name and photograph of a 12-year-old missing child on the front page of your newspaper as the lead story, prominently displayed as the top story image. Even more alarming is that while the minor’s face was printed in…
I know and understand that you don’t usually accept or publish anonymous letters. However, I am honestly fearful for my livelihood if I sign my name to this letter. If you choose not to publish it, please at least independently verify what I’m sharing and publish your own story about these things so the public…
Priesthood power only maintained by meekness, long suffering An open letter to the citizens of Sanpete County and especially to those living in Spring City. After reading Suzanne Dean’s article about Joe and Lee Bennion dated February 21,2025, my heart was troubled. I have been in Spring City many times, walking your streets and watching…