Summer Bash: Save the Date. You are invited to the annual Highlands Neighborhood Summer Bash in the park on August 23rd at 5:30pm. Dinner will be served. You're welcome to bring a potluck side dish or dessert to share. Hope to see you there!

Spotlight on Two New Highlands Families! We are happy to welcome two new families to the neighborhood. The Morgans live at the top of the Highlands, and the Fugals live at the bottom of the Highlands. Both families have four children.  Jon and Bonnie Morgan moved here from South Weber. Their four kids are Gabe (26), Freeman (22), Bella (20), and Jace (18). Bonnie and Jon met while at USU at a fitness company. Bonnie liked Jon’s sense of humor, and Jon liked Bonnie’s laugh and her friendliness. They are both excited about the mountains and people here in Mountain Green and look forward to connecting.  Spencer and Emily Fugal moved here from Reno. Their four kids are Joshua (23), Daniel (21), Anna (18), and Benjamin (15). Emily and Spencer met while attending USU when their sisters set them up. Emily appreciated Spencer’s active nature and love for the outdoors. Spencer loved playing games with Emily and all the activities they did together. They are excited to live in the beauty of Mountain Green – both the place and the people – and be closer to family. They value friendliness and have already met many friendly neighbors.  Please welcome the Morgans and the Fugals to the neighborhood.

Farewell to our Beloved Earl McCain. Longtime Highlands neighbor, Earl McCain, passed away July 19, 2025, at the age of 88, surrounded by the love and comfort of his family. Earl and his wonderful wife, Carole, moved to Mountain Green 56 years ago on August 3, 1969. They raised four incredible children in these hills: Matt, Amy, Andrew, and John. Earl worked at Weber State University and was heavily involved in our community, including serving as Scout Master in scouting and so many other activities. He was passionate about education and served as the president of the Morgan School Board and as a member of the State School Board. It was fun to see him running the shot clock and game clock for WSU athletics. We will miss you, Earl. And we love you, Carole. Thank you for all that the two of you have contributed to our Highlands community. See https://www.walker-mortuary.com/obituaries/alonzo-mccain.

Celebrating Two Wonderful Weddings! Congratulations to Ty Turnquist and Tracy Montgomery on their recent marriage. And congratulations also to Robby Cameron and Kiley Miller on their marriage last week. As your friends and neighbors we celebrate this wonderful occasion with you and wish you all the best!

Celebrating Two Upcoming Weddings! Congratulations to Josh Malan and Marley Harris on their upcoming marriage on August 16. And congratulations also to Kacen Helsten and Madison Heaton on their upcoming marriage on August 8. As your friends and neighbors we celebrate this wonderful occasion with you and wish you all the best!

Highlands Block Parties Have Begun! Neighbors in Block 3 gathered together to enjoy for good food, good friends, and good fun. Thanks to Rick and Elise Barnes for organizing the event and to Bill and Beverly Dahlquist for hosting it at their home. It was a beautiful summer evening. Bratwursts were served, changing a decade old tradition of grilling burgers. Thanks to all who attended!

Back to School! Another year of school begins on August 19th. Best wishes to our school kids as another summer comes to a close. Safety Tip: Remember to watch out for little ones as they walk to the bus.

The Highlands Hello: A Neighborhood Newsletter. Issue 2025-08-05