Local developments in Lehi and Saratoga Springs include the opening of new businesses, temple location updates, and various community milestones.
In Lehi, Padeli’s Street Greek has opened its doors, marking the second Utah-originated fast-casual location for the family-owned business. Meanwhile, Lehi Police officials stated that traffic incidents represent the biggest problem currently facing the department, prompting an increase in patrol division efforts.
In the arts, Tom and Gayle Holdman have created stained-glass windows for 90 Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints temples globally. Additionally, the Alpine School District (ASD) Foundation recently held a dinner at Lone Peak High School to recognize three exceptional donors.
In Saratoga Springs, preliminary plans have been filed with the city for the construction of a new Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints temple located in the southwest area.
Other local news includes Lehi High School FFA students winning awards at the State FFA Convention and the Skyridge, Willowcreek, Lehi, and Lehi Junior High choirs performing together as SWeLL.
Other recent community events include clean air activists using chalk art near Lehi City Hall and the designation of the Gila monster as the Utah State Reptile by Governor Gary Herbert.