Wednesday, March 12th, 2025
Good morning, Provo. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 12th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Orem Giving Machine, as part of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints' 'Light the World' campaign, maintained its donation levels from the previous year despite economic challenges, collecting essential food, medical supplies, and various support items for local and global charities. Daily Herald
- ➤ Provo, Utah, approves a new affordable dorm-style housing initiative, transforming a vacant assisted living facility into a 20-bedroom community aimed at young professionals, entrepreneurs, and students. KUTV
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Two people were seriously injured and traffic was disrupted for miles after a motorhome crash blocked four lanes on I-15 in Orem, Utah. KUTV
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The 'Tiny Art Show' in Provo, led by McKay Lenker Bayer, seeks community support for a new space after losing its gallery, highlighting its journey and the artist's call for local involvement. FOX 13
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Candi Bown, an audiologist with 35 years of experience in the Nebo School District, was honored as the Utah Speech-Language Hearing Association's School Clinician of the Year for her impactful work with students with hearing loss. Daily Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Utah County Commissioners lauded the county's achievements and growth in the past year, including infrastructure investments, a commitment to public safety, and support for families in need during their 'State of the County' addresses. Daily Herald
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ BYU football team ascends to No. 17 in the AP Top 25 poll after eight consecutive wins, including significant victories against Iowa State and Utah. Deseret News
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IEEE SSCS Lecture on Adaptive Processor Designs by Dr. Keith A. Bowman
Dr. Keith A. Bowman will discuss adaptive designs for processor performance, energy efficiency, and reliability, addressing challenges in dynamic parameter variations during operational use.
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Spanish Story Time
This event features music, stories, and activities for children and their parents or caregivers, promoting early literacy in Spanish.
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Wasatch Ballet: Then and Now
This performance celebrates Wasatch Ballet's 25th Anniversary with a presentation of past favorites alongside new pieces that showcase the company's artistic growth.
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Soundsation: High-Energy Dance Evening
Experience an electrifying evening featuring high-energy percussive footwork styles including American Tap, Clog, and Irish Hardshoe.
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Cardinal Bloom featuring Sego
Sego will perform live at Velour Live Music Gallery in Provo, Utah.
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Sego Live Concert at Velour
Sego will perform live at the Velour Live Music Gallery in Provo.
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Spanish Story Time
6:30-7:00 p.m. | Provo City Library at Academy Square | Free entry | Enjoy music, stories, and activities for children and their caregivers in a festive Spanish storytelling experience.
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Create Your Own Jewelry
7-8 p.m. | Provo City Library at Academy Square | Materials provided upon registration | Craft your own jewelry from beads or metal and discover your inner designer.
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Virtual Tour of BeeHive Homes
9 AM - 7 PM | BeeHive Homes of Provo | Free entry | Discover the exceptional senior living options and quality dining at this engaging virtual tour.
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Learn How to Recite Poetry
7:45-8:45 p.m. — Provo City Library at Academy Square — Free entry — Practice the art of poetry recitation and engage in enriching literary discussions.
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