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Wednesday, February 25th, 2026

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Good morning, Provo. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 25th of February.

EDUCATION NEWS

  • A national report praised Utah high schools for giving students hands-on learning and college credit through concurrent enrollment and work-based experiences. The report said Utah meets six key policy actions to boost student success but still needs next-generation assessments (a key area for growth).  Deseret News

SPORTS NEWS

  • The Salt Lake Bees will rebrand as the Utah Dirty Sodas for Wednesday home games from April 1 at the Ballpark at America First Square—offering $3 Swig drinks, a free item when the team scores four or more runs, and appearances by mascot Swiggy.  Deseret News

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Thu, 2/26/26

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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.

    Fri, 2/27/26

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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.

    Sat, 2/28/26

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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.

    Mon, 3/2/26

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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.

    Wed, 3/4/26

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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.

    Thu, 3/5/26

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  • English Playgroup

    10:30-11:30 a.m. — United Way Community Center - South Franklin — Free — A weekly playgroup for young children where parents connect and kids engage in fun learning activities.

    Fri, 3/6/26

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  • United States National Amateur Dancesport Championships

    Multiple sessions — J. Willard Marriott Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the nation's top amateur ballroom dancers compete for the championship title.

    Tue, 3/10/26

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  • Basic Computer Skills Class

    6-7 p.m. — United Way Community Center - South Franklin — Free entry — Gain essential computer skills over 10 weeks to enhance your digital confidence.

    Mon, 3/16/26

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  • Homework Help for Kids

    6-7 p.m. — United Way Community Center - South Franklin — Free — Kids in grades 1-12 get guided homework assistance to stay on track in school.

    Tue, 3/17/26

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REAL ESTATE

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