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Thursday, January 30th, 2025

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Good morning, Provo. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 30th of January.

EDUCATION NEWS

  • The BYU men's basketball games lack live band performances this season due to a disagreement between the new head coach's requests and the band director's capabilities, sparking a student-led petition with over 5,000 signatures.  FOX 13

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Utah's House Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice Committee unanimously approved a bill to impose stricter penalties on fentanyl traffickers, highlighting the state's escalating opioid crisis and record-high fentanyl-related deaths.  Deseret News

SPORTS NEWS

  • Conor McGregor attended a BYU basketball game, praising the atmosphere and interacting with fans while in Utah for business with a sports nutrition brand.  Deseret News
  • Kanon Catchings and Richie Saunders combined for 40 points to secure BYU's overtime victory against Baylor with a score of 93-89.  Standard-Examiner

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Hawaii Rainbow Warriors at BYU Cougars Men's Volleyball Match

    The BYU Cougars men's volleyball team will compete against the Hawaii Rainbow Warriors at the Smith Fieldhouse.

    Fri, 1/31/25

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  • BYU Cougars vs. Hawaii Rainbow Warriors Men's Volleyball Match

    The BYU Cougars will compete against the Hawaii Rainbow Warriors in a men's volleyball match at the Smith Fieldhouse.

    Sat, 2/1/25

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  • Provo Career Fair – Connect with Employers

    The Provo Career Fair offers job seekers a chance to meet hiring managers from various industries for full-time and part-time positions.

    Tue, 2/4/25

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  • The Cougarettes Dance Concert

    The Cougarettes will showcase their creativity and talent through various dance genres in a captivating concert performance.

    Thu, 2/6/25

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  • Santa Barbara Gauchos at BYU Cougars Men's Volleyball Match

    The BYU Cougars will face off against the UC Santa Barbara Gauchos in a men's volleyball match at the Smith Fieldhouse.

    Fri, 2/7/25

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  • The Cougarettes Concert in Provo

    Experience an inspirational live performance by The Cougarettes at the Covey Center for the Arts in Provo.

    Sat, 2/8/25

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  • Story Time for Babies and Caregivers

    This event offers age-appropriate stories, songs, fingerplays, and puppets for babies accompanied by a parent or caregiver.

    Fri, 2/14/25

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  • Utah Symphony: Capriccioso & Fantasy Featuring Dr. Cheung Chau

    The Utah Valley Symphony presents an evening of dance through Capriccioso and Fantasy under the baton of guest conductor Dr. Cheung Chau.

    Thu, 2/20/25

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  • Ashley Hess Live Concert

    Ashley Hess, a talented alternative and R&B artist known for her heartfelt performances, will be holding a concert at Velour Live Music Gallery in Provo.

    Sat, 2/22/25

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  • Spanish Story Time

    An engaging event featuring music, stories, and activities for children and their caregivers in Spanish.

    Mon, 2/24/25

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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