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Provo
Monday, January 5th, 2026
Good morning, Provo. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 5th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The USS Santaquin, the only active U.S. Navy ship with a Utah name, has been in service since 1973 and now operates out of Naval Station Guantanamo Bay in Cuba + locals in Santaquin feel proud of its long legacy linking their community to maritime history. FOX 13
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Signature Books released the book Game Changers: AJ Dybantsa, BYU and the Struggle for the Soul of Basketball last month in downtown Salt Lake City, detailing how the top basketball recruit joined BYU and exploring the church’s long love of the game — a narrative that connects history with sport. Deseret News
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Beginner Tai Chi for Kids
9-10 a.m. — United Way Community Center - South Franklin — Cost info not specified — Learn Chen Style Tai Chi basics, build confidence, and enjoy teamwork.
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Mandarin Language Practice Group
4-5 p.m. — United Way Community Center - South Franklin — Registration required — Join beginner and intermediate groups for immersive Mandarin practice.
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Science Club for Grades 3-8
4-5:30 p.m. — United Way Community Center - South Franklin — Registration required — Explore diverse science fields through hands-on projects and activities.
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Digital Literacy - Computer Class
6-7 p.m. — United Way Community Center - South Franklin — Free entry — Enhance your computer skills and earn a computer through our engaging 10-week course.
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African Dance and Drumming Class
6-7:30 p.m. — United Way Community Center - South Franklin — Registration required — Explore the vibrant cultures of Africa through music and movement in this engaging community class.
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Pedals, Pipes & Pizza Youth Event
10 a.m. — Brigham Young University — RSVP required — A youth-friendly introduction to the pipe organ with music, demonstrations, and pizza.
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Thursday Homework Assistance
6-7 p.m. — United Way Community Center - South Franklin — Free — A valuable resource for grades 1-12 to catch up and stay on track with homework.
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Family Art Class
5-6 p.m. — United Way Community Center - South Franklin — Cost not specified — Engage your family's creativity through various art mediums and collaborative projects.
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Spanish Playgroup
11:30 a.m. — United Way Community Center - South Franklin — Free entry — A weekly gathering for parents and their little ones to enjoy play and build community in Spanish.
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Conversational English Class
5-6 p.m. — United Way Community Center - South Franklin — free entry — Enhance your day-to-day English speaking skills in a supportive setting.
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