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After 40 years of teaching preschool, Pat Mehler isn’t going anywhere

Nov 07, 2018 11:46AM ● By Jana Klopsch

Pat Mehler of Sandy has taught preschool classes in her basement for the last 40 years. Kids love teacher Pat, and their energy and love keeps her going strong year after year.

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Survey says, Newman family shows the love on ‘Family Feud’

Oct 26, 2018 12:48PM ● By Jana Klopsch

The Newman siblings grew up in Sandy. After making it through a long audition process, they were on three episodes of “Family Feud” that aired in October and won them $20,000.

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A Sandy classic gone: The waterslides at Classic Fun Center will be replaced by new activities

Oct 18, 2018 02:10PM ● By Jana Klopsch

We loved the waterslides and there’s a lot of nostalgia there, but they’ve run their course.”

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Sandy chamber receives $120,000 grant from KeyBank to help educate current small business owners

Oct 04, 2018 02:56PM ● By Jana Klopsch

Small business owners in Sandy and beyond are eligible to apply for 13 classes that will teach them how to grow their businesses. The classes were made possible by a grant from KeyBank for $120,000, which was presented to the Sandy chamber on Aug. 28.

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Annual Healing Field spreading, raising money for charities

Oct 04, 2018 02:46PM ● By Jana Klopsch

Each year since 2002, Colonial Flag of Sandy has put out thousands of flags to remember the people who died on September 11, 2001. Thousands of residents came to see the display and attend the ceremony. Now named the Healing Field, it raises money for charities and is done all over the country.

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Utah boy powers through type 1 diabetes to American Ninja Warrior Jr.

Oct 01, 2018 03:04PM ● By Jana Klopsch

Kai Beckstrand of Utah participates in American Ninja Warrior Jr., despite his recent type 1 diabetes diagnosis.

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Open mic night at Sandy Amphitheater showcases local talent in professional setting

Sep 21, 2018 02:21PM ● By Jana Klopsch

The Sandy Amphitheater opened up its stage to locals at the open mic night on Aug. 29. The online signup spots filled quickly, and audiences were treated to talented musicians and a couple comedy acts. Many are hoping open mic night becomes a tradition.

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No need to ‘shush!’ at Smith Library’s Rockin’ Storytime

Sep 07, 2018 03:06PM ● By Jana Klopsch

Smith Library hosts Rockin’ Storytime, an interactive hour of live music, stories and songs performed by professional actors and local library talent.

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