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There’s no denying that Heber Valley is growing.  New buildings and plans for new buildings are popping up all over the place. One such building that is the clearest sign of Heber’s growth is the new fire station that is slated for completion in April 2025. The new station will provide emergency services to all of Heber’s residents and countless future residents to come. When you think of the fire department you may think that they are only responsible for putting out fires, but they also provide other essential emergency…

I’ve always been fascinated with the processes that go into the seemingly simple. I love those TV shows that let you peek behind the curtain to learn how various things are made. So, I was ecstatic about the opportunity to watch the process of roasting coffee beans at Pink Elephant Coffee Roasters in Heber. The Pink Elephant gathers and roasts beans from all over the world. Who knew so much work goes into something as simple as a cup of coffee? What once started as a hobby for Mitch Baker, who owns Pink Elephant with his…

Every morning, I pull out my cast iron pan and crack and cook six eggs for my family’s breakfast. Eggs are delicious scrambled, fried, or hard-boiled, I even tried poaching them one day (emphasis on tried).  How can we possibly keep up with that kind of demand for eggs? That’s almost 2200 eggs a year! Luckily, I have several chickens living in my backyard to thank for a nice, steady supply. With an enjoyable breakfast finished and cleaned up, it’s time to check on our feathered friends. My two-year-old holds my hand; with…

There’s been a murder at the Heber Senator! The award-winning bed and breakfast has seen a massive influx of patrons and would-be detectives investigating this mysterious murder. I sat down with Steve Douglas, owner of the Heber Senator, to get the scoop on what is going on in our normally quiet and peaceful town. It turns out the murder mystery dinners are the newest addition to the wild success that is the Heber Senator Bed and Breakfast. Steve is a very keen, well-dressed gentleman; he wore a smart vest, white shirt, and…

The Pizza Yard is Wasatch County’s coolest hangout for spectacular pizza and even better company. A few steps off the Main drag in the heart of Midway, it’s the perfect spot to meet with friends and grab the freshest slice, served hot out of a wood-fired oven. “Pizza is just the perfect social food,” says owner Matt Reshke. “Our motto kind of just became: We’re all friends here.” Matt sat down with me over a margarita pizza (his recommendation). He explains, as he prepares the pizza right before my eyes, “I’ve always said…

It’s amazing how sometimes when you walk into a restaurant, a store, or cafe you can immediately feel the atmosphere that the owners are aiming for. This is exactly what happened to me the second I stepped foot in Jade’s Cafe, it was as if there was an enchanting aura that enveloped the entire space. The vibe that the owners, Halle and Mason Squires, are trying to achieve is a laid back cozy cafe, somewhere you feel right at home. In Halle’s words, “My favorite, we have this lady that comes in with her mom. Her mom’s old…

Enrique Bautista and Gloria Vieyra are a husband and wife team that own and operate one of the most unique shops in Heber Valley. It’s no secret, as the name of their Mexican-themed snack shop implies, they make some Crazy Goodies! Enrique and Gloria grew up in different states in Mexico; it wasn’t until they came to the United States that they met. Enrique emigrated from Mexico City when he was a teenager to work with two of his older siblings. He recalls, “Back then, you could work during the winter and go back to Mexico…

When you first walk into Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory Café in the heart of Midway, you are immediately greeted by a flurry of sensations. The smell of delicious fudge and caramel, made the old fashioned way right before your eyes. Display cases choc full of so many varieties of chocolate you almost give yourself whiplash trying to take it all in. No café would be complete without the aroma of hot coffee, fortunately Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory Café serves fresh brew from Peet’s Coffee. n my first visit, after…