Meet Smithfield’s very own secret weapon—15-year-old Kelsey Kartchner.

While most high school sophomores are mastering TikTok dances, she's out there dominating goalball (yes—ball. With bells… and blindfolds!).

Kelsey just snagged All‑American honors as a national champ, turning heads and racking up medals faster than you can say “cache this talent.”

Dive into her story and see why even sighted sports are paying attention!

🌟 Ready for a night of musical magic in Cache Valley?

GENTRI will be teaming up with the American Festival Chorus and Orchestra for the "A Million Dollar Dreams" concert.

Picture this: soaring harmonies, powerful orchestral arrangements, and heartwarming melodies that will have you on your feet in no time.

Trust us, this concert is not one to be missed!

Get the full scoop on this star-studded event in the article from our friends at Cache Valley Daily.

Grab your tickets and let the music sweep you off your feet—your soul will thank you later!

Turns out, Utah State isn’t just growing minds—it’s growing the state’s economy, too.

A new report shows USU pumped a whopping $2.3 billion into Utah’s economy last year.

From research to rural outreach, they're not just hitting the books—they're hitting big impact.

Cache Valley’s favorite college town is pulling serious weight in the Beehive State!

🍽️🎭 Dinner and a Show? Yes, Please!

Skip the hangry lines and secure your spot at the Community Dinner before the Nibley Children’s Theatre performance!

We highly recommend ordering your meal online—your future self (and stomach) will thank you. 🍔🎟️

👉 Order here before it sells out!

🥍💪 Hey High School Girls—Want to Try Something New (and Awesome)?

Incoming freshman to seniors—this one’s for you! Local high school coaches are hosting a FREE lacrosse try-it-out event just for young ladies.

No experience? No problem.

Just bring your game face and a willingness to have fun.

🔥 Spots are limited, so grab yours now!

👉 Sign up here!

🌸✨ Get Ready to Feed a Hummingbird… By Hand! 🐦💫

Hummingbird Night is fluttering your way! Join us June 17th at Stokes Nature Center for an up-close (like, really close) encounter with these dazzling pollinators. 🥹

Local expert Adam Brewerton will give a quick, fascinating presentation—and yes, you'll actually get to hand-feed the birds!

🕓 Two sessions:
4:30–6:00 PM or 6:30–8:00 PM
🎟️ RSVP here → logannature.org/community-programs

Spots go fast—don’t wing it last minute!

🦋📚 Pollinator Party for the Littles! 🌼🐝

Bring your kiddos (ages 0–11) to Firefly Park on June 18th at 11:00 AM for a sweet little storytime + activity all about our favorite flying friends—bees, bats, butterflies, and beyond! 🌸

It’s a fun, hands-on way to learn how these tiny workers help our world bloom.

📍 Firefly Park Learning Classroom
2456 S 800 W, Nibley

It’s buzzing with fun—don’t miss it!

🏌️‍♂️💚 Fore a Good Cause!

Want to spend the day on a golf course and make a difference? Volunteer at The Family Place’s Annual Golf Tournament on July 18th at Birch Creek Golf Course!

You’ll help with games, hand out drinks, and maybe even witness a hole-in-one.

⏰ 4-hour shifts
🍽️ Volunteers = well-fed
🙌 No experience needed

All proceeds go toward strengthening families and protecting children ❤️
📧 Interested?

Email Allyssa.W@thefamilyplaceutah.org or drop your email below!

💜📚 It’s a Purple-Powered Week at the Library! 🎉

From mindful movement and fairy house crafting to teen D&D and an Oreo tasting party (yes, really), the Smithfield Library is stacked with fun June 16–21! 🎶🍪👶

Come beat the heat and join us for a week of creativity, connection, and community vibes—all tied together with our color of the week: PURPLE!

📅 Full schedule at: smithfieldutah.gov/library

Let’s make it a novel week!

🧺💛 Make a Real Difference—One Shift at a Time

WAB Warming Center is looking for compassionate volunteers to support our Summer Outreach Program!

Whether you’re helping guests with laundry, distributing supplies, or simply offering a kind word, your time matters.

Here’s what you’ll do:
🧼 Assist during laundry shifts
🧃 Support outreach efforts alongside our case manager
✅ Complete quick training + background check

📍 Get started: wabwarmingcenter.org/get-involved
📧 Questions? volunteercoordinator@wabwarmingcenter.org

Be a steady hand for someone who needs one. 💛

🕶️👾 Gamers & Tech Explorers—This One’s for You!

Step into a whole new reality (literally) at Hyrum Library’s VR & AR Activity on June 20th from 2–4 PM! 🎮

Try out the brand-new Meta Quest 3S, learn the difference between AR and VR, and experience the future of gaming and tech.

🎯 Ages 12–17
📍 In the Boardroom
🍪 Yes, there will be snacks.

Come for the tech. Stay for the treats. 🚀

🐾💗 Meet Juliet – Your New Best Friend 💗🐾

This gorgeous girl is ready for her happily ever after! Juliet came to us as a stray and, while her past is a mystery, her future is full of promise.

She's vaccinated, microchipped, spayed—and full of love just waiting to be shared.

She’s a tennis-ball-chasing, back-scratch-loving cuddle bug who just needs a little patience to blossom (especially around new men).

Once she trusts you, she’ll melt into your arms and never let go. 🐶💕

🎾 Loves toys (especially squeaky ones!)
🦴 Treat-motivated and eager to learn
🐕 A gentle soul looking for a forever family

💌 Apply to meet Juliet: Adopt Juliet

Bonus: Juliet insists all family pups come to the first date—it’s her version of speed dating! 💘

🧸 Local Business Spotlight: Saranoni – Built on Love, Growing with Purpose

What started as a way to pay for their daughter’s surgery has blossomed into one of Cache Valley’s most heartwarming success stories.

Saranoni, founded by Nathan and Emily Peterson, began with a single ultra-soft blanket—and has grown into a nationally loved brand known for luxury, comfort, and compassion.

Now located at 1616 S. 1000 W., Suite 120 in Logan, Saranoni offers more than just blankets—they offer comfort with a cause.

The company donates to several charities and remains committed to giving back, staying true to the values that sparked its beginning.

Whether you’ve wrapped a baby in one of their lush blankets or gifted one to a loved one, chances are you’ve felt the Saranoni difference.

And with their new Logan location, it’s easier than ever to shop local and support a business that puts family and community first.

🛒 Visit them in person or online at saranoni.com

Because sometimes, a blanket is more than a blanket—it’s a beginning.

🎲 "Mystery Meal Night" – but with a twist!

Instead of eating out, turn your kitchen into a restaurant roulette. Here’s how it works:

1. Each family member secretly picks one ingredient (within reason—no sardines and ice cream combos, please).

2. Put the ingredients in a bag or box and do a big reveal.

3. As a family, create a meal using only those ingredients (plus pantry basics).

4. Bonus twist: Assign “restaurant roles”—a host, chef, waiter, and food critic.

It’s hilarious, collaborative, and great for picky eaters to try new things they helped "invent."

Plus, you’ll never forget the time you turned hot dogs, mango, and tortillas into gourmet night.

See you around town!
– The Cache Valley Locals Team