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Provo
Thursday, February 19th, 2026
Good morning, Provo. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of February.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Authors with Utah ties, including Shannon Hale, are set to release a series of new books in 2026. The upcoming titles include Hale’s 'Christmas in Austenland' due Sept. 26 and others launching (March through Aug). Deseret News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in Provo fell to an average of $2.64 per gallon, a 4 cent drop over the past week, while GasBuddy noted the national average rose to $2.87 per gallon. The lowest Provo price was $2.44 and the highest was $2.79. KUTV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A storm last Tuesday night boosted the mountain snowpack and dropped at least one inch in Provo, as ski resorts in the Cottonwood Canyons recorded nearly a foot of snow. The Utah Department of Transportation urged drivers to slow down (more storms are needed to ease the winter drought). Daily Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Provo Planning Commission recommended rezoning an East Bay property at 1507 S. and 180 East to build a 66,000 sqft data center with conditions following a Feb. 11 meeting. City Council will vote on the plan soon despite some community concerns. Daily Herald
- ➤ Utah lawmakers advanced HB87 (Biscuit’s Bill) on Tuesday with a 3-2 committee vote, which would let judges review custody for dogs retrieved in abuse cases to ease shelter overcrowding and save taxpayer money, and the measure now heads to the Senate floor. Daily Herald
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UVU filed a motion in Utah County court asking a judge to block the WAC's ban because not allowing its teams in postseason tournaments starting Feb. 27 would harm student-athletes. The action awaits an emergency hearing scheduled before Feb. 23 (court documents). Deseret News
- ➤ A recent poll shows nearly three-quarters of Utahns plan to watch the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics before Sunday’s Closing Ceremonies—44% have already tuned in and Salt Lake City ranks as a top market for NBC coverage—reflecting strong local pride in its Olympic legacy from 2002 and the upcoming 2034 Games. Deseret News
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English Playgroup for Kids
10:30-11:30 a.m. — United Way Community Center - South Franklin — Free entry — Engage in a weekly playgroup where children learn and socialize while parents connect and share parenting strategies.
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Family Art Class
5-6 p.m. — United Way Community Center — Cost info not specified — Dive into creativity with painting, clay, and collaborative art projects for all ages.
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Knitting Workshop for Beginners
6-7 p.m. — United Way Community Center - South Franklin — Registration required — Learn basic stitches and techniques in a relaxed and supportive environment for teens and adults.
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Club STEM
5-6 p.m. — United Way Community Center - South Franklin — Cost details not specified — Young explorers delve into science and technology with hands-on activities and museum visits.
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Homework Help on Thursday
6-7 p.m. — United Way Community Center - South Franklin — Free — Students aged 6-18 get homework assistance to catch up and stay on track academically.
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Homework Assistance on Thursdays
6-7 p.m. — United Way Community Center - South Franklin — Free service — Help students from grades 1-12 stay on track with their homework and learning.
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Teen Takeover: Into the Fire
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Provo City Library at Academy Square — Free entry — Train through exciting challenges inspired by the Hunger Games with trivia, games, and creative activities.
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Family Art Class
5-6 p.m. — United Way Community Center - South Franklin — Registration required — Explore creativity together through various art mediums in a family-friendly environment.
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Wednesday Mandarin Club
4-5 p.m. — United Way Community Center - South Franklin — Free entry — Practice Mandarin with beginner and intermediate groups in a welcoming environment.
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Basic Computing Class
6-7 p.m. — United Way Community Center - South Franklin — Enroll now — Learn essential computer skills over 10 weeks while engaging with local community resources.
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