Sunday, January 25th, 2026
Good morning, Provo. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 25th of January.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Beehive Meals is now shipping to all 50 states and plans to move its operations from Layton to Ogden in spring 2026 (a new 60,000 sqft facility at the former Union Stockyards) to meet growing demand from busy families following its Dec. 11 nationwide service celebration. Standard-Examiner
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Silicon Slopes Summit, scheduled for Feb. 4-7 in downtown Salt Lake City, will feature top tech and culture voices including Kenny Ortega, Jared Hess, and Imagine Dragons' Dan Reynolds and offer networking lounges, live music, and interactive sessions to challenge views on Utah’s innovation scene. Deseret News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ State leaders and college presidents signed a resolution to keep higher education affordable and focused on student success while planning to consider further budget cuts in coming weeks — the move supports timely degrees and research. Gov. Spencer Cox stressed the system’s role in boosting student outcomes and economic growth. Standard-Examiner
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Bountiful, Utah native Sam Merrill beat the odds as the 60th NBA draft pick to become a starter with the Cleveland Cavaliers in the 2024 to 2025 season. His journey from high school standout to a resilient NBA player highlights local sports talent (a source of community pride). Deseret News
- ➤ Utah will lose professional rugby and minor league hockey while adding the Salt Lake Apex men's volleyball team and Utah Talons softball team in 2026. Miller Sports + Entertainment is installing 2,000 new seats at America First Field as Real Salt Lake and Royals FC prepare to boost fan engagement. Deseret News
- ➤ College football fans in Utah were shocked after longtime coach Kyle Whittingham left after 21 years to take a five-year Michigan job on Dec. 28 — his move led several Utah assistants and players to follow him, upending a smooth transition to new head coach Morgan Scalley and altering local rivalries. Deseret News
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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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Reading Club for Kids
5-6 p.m. — United Way Community Center - South Franklin — Free entry — Help kids grades K-8 foster a love for reading while enjoying pizza and a book to take home.
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English Playgroup for Kids
10:30-11:30 a.m. — United Way Community Center - South Franklin — Free — A friendly space for children to play and parents to connect.
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Family Art Class
5-6 p.m. — United Way Community Center - South Franklin — General registration required — Explore creativity through various artistic mediums for all ages.
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LEGO Storytime for Kids
4-5 p.m. — United Way Community Center - South Franklin — Register early — A fun-filled time with storytelling and LEGO building for young creators.
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Russian Playgroup for Children
10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. — United Way Community Center - South Franklin — Free entry — A weekly playgroup for parents and kids aged 1-5 to learn, socialize, and build community.
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Community Café
6-7:30 p.m. — United Way Community Center - South Franklin — Free entry — Enjoy a potluck dinner and engage in community discussions to support local families.
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Family Art Class
5-6 p.m. — United Way Community Center - South Franklin — Registration required — Explore creativity through painting, clay, and collaborative projects in a family-friendly environment.
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