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| weather - 10/22/2010
weather isn't bad[read more...]
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| Red air Day - 1/24/2010
Winters are horrible because of the inversion. A grey smog sits over the valley for the whole winter time blocking the views of the mountains and causeing you to be inside all the time. You also get more cold and sickness because of the bad air quality. Don't get me started on the public education here. I can't wait to move!!![read more...]
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| Lots to like... - 9/16/2009
I moved here to attend Utah State University and ended up staying. I am originally from central NYS. I felt at home in Logan as soon as I arrived because it has a small town feel (even though it was and is much larger than my hometown). I am not a skier but life here would be more satisfying in the winter if I were. There are amazing outdoor recreation opportunities of all kinds here; rock climbing, kayaking, hiking, hunting, fishing, biking, etc.
I have learned to love hiking here. There are a number of trails that vary in length and intensity. Some are disability-friendly. They also have a dog park (new and improving).
Logan is a very conservative community with a growing diverse population. A large number of individuals that move here are from South America. I appreciate the diversity they bring, but not everyone here does which is hard.
There is much to say about Logan. There is constant construction going on. Too many townhouses however! It has been said that Logan is one of the cities that has fared the best in this economic recession.
TONS of young families with children. Cultural and education opportunities galore. A great place to live for families. Unfortunately, I am single and my family is back East. It can get pretty lonely for folks like me despite all of the beauty of the land and amenities. I am trying to move back East so I too can enjoy my family. :)[read more...]
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| a very good place to live - 7/27/2009
There is a river on the edge of town on which lovely homes have been built. As you drive by you swear this has got to be one of the nicest places in America to live. Everything is clean, people are friendly. I assume most are Mormon and ,as I am not, I expected a coolness. I was very mistaken. This is America as it once was. Industrious, law abiding, friendly, helpful. You've got a great town here.[read more...]
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| Logan UT - 2/14/2009
I moved here almost 40 years ago thinking it would be a great place to begin a career and then move on. Haven't left yet and never will. This has to be one of the best kept secrets in the USA. Lowest crime rate, lowest unemployment rate, among the top two or three for living the longest, marvelous outdoor recreation and scenic beauty, a top notch university, and more cultural arts activities than one can possibly participate in. An ideal place in which to live and raise a family and retire in![read more...]
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| Cost of Living - 11/17/2008
Logan, Utah is a great place to live with respect to the cost of living. Salaries tend to be lower in Logan as compared to other parts of the country, but housing and other expenses also tend to be lower which makes affordable living very realistic.[read more...]
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| Logan is Safe. - 10/4/2008
Logan is Safe. That's one thing I really like about it.[read more...]
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| The Good, The Bad, and the Ugly - 5/9/2007
THE GOOD
- No matter where you live, you have breathtaking views almost 360 degrees.
- Low crime
- Good place to raise a family
- Affordable place to live
- Slower-paced life
- Enough amenities to suffice for a city lover
- Educational options
- A handful of religious options other than LDS
- The LDS make great neighbors: clean, quiet and nice.
- Hiking and outdoor activities galore within minutes
THE BAD
- If your child isn't LDS they commonly get ostracized to some degree in public schools, even starting in 1st grade.
- If you're not LDS, you literally have a neighbor assigned to proselytize you.
- Jobs, though available, pay less than other places.
THE UGLY
- LDS controls politics, the courts, everything. You are truly at their mercy and, as with any area that's dominated with one affiliated group of people, they will side with their people.
This is a BEAUTIFUL place and we would've stayed but the LDS factor was something we couldn't live with any longer. This is such a great place to live because of the Mormons and a place you can't tolerate because of the Mormons (if you're not Mormon). Even some of the Mormons we knew who were transplants from another state had a hard time fitting into the Utah Mormon culture. I wouldn't recommend anyone living here if they're not Mormon - there are so many horror stories we have from personal experience and from the other non-LDS people we knew.[read more...]
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| I promise... - 8/8/2006
If I move to Logan, I promise I won't tell anybody how great of a place it is, I'll just tell them where I live.[read more...]
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| Enough for many, lacking for some - 6/16/2006
Logan is nice because it's fairly small, but you have everything you need. 2 hospitals, a small mall, walmart and enough businesses and restaurants to satisfy basic needs. Having Utah State University at Logan's heart is a great intellectual addition, especially with the visually stunning new library just erected. There is a good sized group of international students at USU, and they hold various cultural events which adds some nice diversity to Logan. However, Logan is predominantly LDS (Mormon), and if you do not share the faith you might find Logan very "undiverse," even with the characteristics I mentioned above. During the summer Logan attracts senior citizens, and this brings high-quality shows and events to Logan. The climate tends to be about 5-10 degrees colder, on average, than Salt Lake City, and the inversion is a huge problem. On "red days," when the air quality levels are dismal enough, everyone is encourage to stop driving and take public transportation and asthmatics and elderly are cautioned. Given that the snow and cold weather can last almost into May, winter gets tiresome after awhile. However, things warm up nicely in the summer. Overall, Logan has enough to keep things interesting but not enough to stimulate those accustomed to "city living."[read more...]
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| I love it here. - 4/28/2006
I love Logan so much but I don't want to say too much because if everyone knew how great it is, they would all move here.[read more...]
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| Great Place to Live!! - 3/24/2006
Cache Valley is nestled in the rocky mountains of northern Utah. A community that offers it all including low crime rate and excellent schools. The next few years show a growing trend for economic growth. Housing costs are affordable. Varios employement opportunities exist. visit cachecountyliving.com for more information.[read more...]
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| Mountain Valley - 1/6/2006
It's a nice mountain valley!! Very beautiful in the spring time. Colorful fall leaves!!
The winters can be very cold getting below zero (F) and the inversion can last for days.[read more...]
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