Homegrown Leadership
When Tom Bonner first stepped into the role of Parks and Recreation Director for Wasatch County on June 6, 1995, the entire department consisted of… well, him. “I was the only employee,” he recalls. “I hired a few seasonals in the summer to mow grass and chalk baseball diamonds. But everything else? I did it […]
Moe’s Grill.
When I get asked where I like to go for lunch here in Heber, Moe’s Grill, located in the Mountainland One Stop gas station, is always at the top of my list. With its wallet-friendly large portions and satisfyingly fresh signature dishes, sandwiches, and Mexican options, Moe’s is a great place to get something for […]
Gathering Places.
If you’ve driven by the old Tabernacle building in the past few months, you might have noticed and wondered about the construction work going on. Improvements, updates, and development are hotly debated subjects among Heber Valley residents, and understandably so. Progress will always be met with both support and opposition. Every resident living in the […]
The Return of The Hub
Whether you’ve lived in Heber your whole life or are new to our community, you probably know that The Hub is a beloved local treasure, and has been for nearly a century. Originally built in 1933, The Hub has seen a few owners and a whole lot of history, but it has always belonged to […]
Katrina Berg
“A man should hear a little music, read a little poetry, and see a fine picture every day of his life, in order that worldly cares may not obliterate the sense of the beautiful which God has implanted in the human soul.” – Johann Wolfgang von Goethe This quote is Katrina Berg’s favorite. The German […]
Keeping Tradition Alive
You might have already visited and loved the new Milk House at the Homestead Resort but in case you haven’t, allow me to describe it to you. The Homestead Resort has been a unique and beloved property in Utah since it opened in 1891 as a hotel and saloon built by Swiss immigrants Simon and […]
Some Bunny is Hungry
2023 is the year of the rabbit. And that’s no coincidence for Ania Gorkiewicz-Sullivan as her masterpiece cake creations are truly hoppin’ this year! For years, the Heber Valley had little to no options when it came to a custom-order, made-from-scratch cake bakery. That is, until a handful of talented bakers made their way to […]
Lost (and found) Treasures
When you visit Lost Treasures for the first time, it can be surprising that a store this size could hold so many different items all under the same roof. Browsing in the unique kitchen items, hard-to-find phone accessories, and a generous sized kids section, you soon realize: this is not an ordinary store but a […]
Sweet and Twisted
If you haven’t been into the new Twisted Sugar shop at 458 North Main Street in Heber, it definitely needs to be your next stop. Once you read this, go try it for yourself, but don’t be surprised if you’re tempted to stop in multiple times a week. Twisted Sugar is a gourmet cookie shop […]
2 Farm Boys
If you love buying local products and supporting our small business economy — you should visit 2 Farmboys. This wonderful family-owned and operated goat farm and soap-making company is located right here in our talent-filled valley. 2 Farmboys Soap is created in a ‘soap shed’ in small batches on the Cummings farm in Heber. The […]
Lace-Up and Get Ready To Skate
If You’re Skating On Thin Ice, You Might As Well Dance! Anita Shreve When all the leaves have fallen, the gardens put to rest, and frost starts to sparkle our mornings; some might lament the coming of winter. However, others look forward to this time of year for one special reason — the Midway Ice […]
Beljar Home
“Laid back luxury for lifestyle and home” is the statement Beljar has listed as their home decor shop’s description but when you walk through the doors of the local Heber shop, you quickly find out its meaning runs much deeper than that. Opening their doors in April 2020, owners Aimee Simpson and Desiree Ashworth […]
Heber City Tabernacle
When Heber City Main Street’s Tabernacle Was Facing Demolition, a Community Banded Together to Protect Their Heritage. As a resident of this beautiful valley, and an admirer of anything local, I have a deep appreciation for all the history we share and all the beautiful, historical buildings and homes that are still standing. One of […]
Alicia Stockman
TURNING DREAMS INTO REALITY WITH THE HELP OF THE COMMUNITY
Casperville Road Museum
By Noni Henderson Driving along Casperville Road, you may notice the eye-catching memorabilia on display and wonder what exactly you are seeing. On this back road is a unique treasure trove of antiques, each with a story full of memories, history, and knowledge of our incredible valley, you likely won’t find anywhere else. It was […]
Fort Heber
If you’ve ever driven around the northwestern end of Heber, you may have noticed several sandstone markers displayed at the corners of 100 West 500 North, 100 West 100 North, 300 West 500 North, and 300 West 100 North, that mark the location of Fort Heber. Perhaps in your hustle to Smith’s Marketplace, you’ve wondered […]
A Fruitful Past
“It looks as though all nature was kind to me and that even the trees smiled.” – Johannes Huber One of the first orchards in the Heber Valley, the Huber Grove began as a 160-acre family homestead. Built by Swiss immigrant and one of Midway’s founding fathers Johannes Huber, the historic Huber house and creamery […]
Where there’s smoke, there’s fire…
Fall is here in our beautiful valley, and with the changing leaves come some pretty noticeable changes at Wildfire Smokehaus at the Zermatt Resort in Midway. Once mostly known for its finger-licking good wings, nachos and casual cowboy atmosphere, Wildfire is ready to be known for living up to the “smoke” in Smokehaus. “I’ve tried […]
Welcome to Fran’s Roots and Wings
If you’re ever driving east on Center Street in Heber and notice the cutest aqua and white retro trailer and cheerful garden, be sure to stop by. Inside the refurbished vintage trailer named “Frankie” you’ll find the sweet and welcoming owner of Fran’s Roots and Wings ready to inspire you with beautiful flowers, homemade items […]
Wigglish
Whether you say “Wigg-lish” or “Wiggle-ish,” there’s no denying that Wigglish is a different kind of toy store. It is, in fact, Heber Valley’s only specialty toy store. Amy Schulthess learned about the wide world of imaginative and creative play while living in Paris, France, with her husband and two young children. After moving to […]