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Investing in Education: West Valley City, Utah's Hometown Scholarship Empower the Next Generation
Aug 22 2023Guided by a commitment to education and sustainable growth, West Valley City, Utah's Economic Optimization & RDA continues to spearhead the Hometown Scholars Initiative. Partnering with the University of Utah, the initiative provides access to Opportunity Scholars program's comprehensive suite of retention resources designed to empower first-generation students on their...

Parks and Recreation Shape the Quality of Life in the City of Motion: West Valley City, Utah
Jul 21 2023West Valley City, Utah, is a thriving community that recognizes the importance of parks and recreation in fostering a high quality of life for its residents. The city has created a haven for physical activities, mental well-being, and fitness enthusiasts with abundant well-maintained parks, open spaces, and recreational facilities...

Your Guide to the Best Live Concerts in West Valley City, Utah: Unforgettable Musical Experiences
Jun 22 2023Are you ready to immerse yourself in the captivating world of live music? Look no further than West Valley City, Utah, where a dynamic music scene awaits you. From intimate venues to large outdoor amphitheaters, this guide will take you on a musical journey through the concerts set to rock...

As West Valley City (WVC), Utah, seeks to upgrade infrastructure, establish economy-boosting projects, and address sustainability, the benefits of private-sector involvement have grown.
Public–private partnerships (PPP) have become an increasingly popular way to get major infrastructure projects built. Compared with traditional procurement solutions, PPPs can boost the efficiency and...

April is National Diversity Month, an apt opportunity to examine the full demographic story of West Valley City’s growing population. West Valley City dynamically remains the second most populous city in Utah at 140,230 residents, according to the 2020 Census. Nearby Salt Lake City remains No. 1 at just under...

West Valley City (WVC), Utah's second-largest city, rises against the backdrop of the Oquirrh Mountains. Under ten minutes from downtown Salt Lake City, we are a thriving community for economic development and new business, attracting over $336 million in capital investment annually. To further enhance our prosperity, we have prioritized...