Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 14th of March.
Good morning, Provo.
A Provo woman was arrested on two third-degree felony child endangerment charges after her 13-year-old daughter attempted suicide in unsafe living conditions—lacking basic necessities and exposing the child to illicit drugs and sexual abuse—that prompted police action and led to the removal of her daughter and 9-year-old son by child services.
Provo police are asking residents for help in finding a suspect after two shooting incidents occurred on 600 South between 1600 and 700 West on March 9 and 10—officials have released a vehicle image and urged local businesses to check door camera footage.
The Utah County Commission released the proposed boundaries and seats for three new school districts from the Alpine School District split during a Wednesday meeting, with committee chair Mac Sims presenting the maps.
The districts will each have seven seats—based on 2023 population data—and the final maps will be adopted on March 26 after public review.
The Utah Legislature unanimously approved a bill to stop youth marriages when partners are more than four years apart, aiming to protect minors from coercive practices linked to polygamy.
The law now awaits the governor’s signature and adds a 72-hour waiting period before a juvenile court can approve a marriage.
NBC will broadcast the Olympics through 2036 including Salt Lake City's 2034 Winter Games.
Comcast NBCUniversal signed a 3 billion dollar deal with the International Olympic Committee to secure U.S. media rights and support future events.
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.
Soundsation: High-Energy Dance Evening
Experience an electrifying evening featuring high-energy percussive footwork styles including American Tap, Clog, and Irish Hardshoe.
Cardinal Bloom featuring Sego
Sego will perform live at Velour Live Music Gallery in Provo, Utah.
Sego Live Concert at Velour
Sego will perform live at the Velour Live Music Gallery in Provo.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Spanish Story Time
9:30-9:50 a.m. — Provo City Library at Academy Square — Free entry — Enjoy age-appropriate stories, songs, and finger games for babies and parents in Spanish.
You Sleuth Augmented Reality Detective Experience
11 AM – 9 PM — Provo, UT — Tickets valid for 12 months — Discover your neighborhood through an interactive augmented reality detective experience.
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