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Provo
Thursday, March 19th, 2026
Good morning, Provo. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A recent Deseret News/Hinckley Institute of Politics poll found just 31% of Utahns are familiar with prediction markets, with 18-34-year-olds showing the highest usage; local experts warn that even as national trading volumes climb & legal debates intensify ahead of March Madness, residents continue to view these platforms as gambling. Deseret News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Utah water managers say a record low snowpack this winter is depleting reservoirs and will force water restrictions for agriculture and residents this summer. Local experts stress conservation (95% of state water comes from snowpack) to reduce wildfire risks in the region. Deseret News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Rattlesnakes are emerging early this season in Provo due to warm weather, and wildlife officials advise residents to stay 10 feet away, move off trails, and not disturb snakes to avoid triggering a defensive bite & potential injury. Deseret News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Real Salt Lake and Utah Royals FC surprised over 100 local youth soccer players with free tickets, letting them attend the Royals’ home opener on Sunday at 5 p.m. in Sandy and a Real match against Inter Miami featuring Messi on April 22. Deseret News
- ➤ BYU Cougars will face Texas at 5:25 p.m. MDT today at Moda Center in Portland — a first-round NCAA tournament game that could set their momentum. The team, missing injured senior scorer Richie Saunders, expects freshman AJ Dybantsa to lead them. Deseret News
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Homework Help Program
6-7 p.m. — United Way Community Center - South Franklin — Free entry — Get academic support and keep your child on track with their homework from grades 1-12.
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Ducks Unlimited: Gander Handlers Banquet
Evening — Provo Marriott Hotel & Conference Center — Ticketed event — Support wetlands conservation while enjoying a night of community spirit.
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Family Art Class
5-6 p.m. — United Way Community Center - South Franklin — Free entry — Explore creativity with painting, clay, and collaborative art projects for all ages.
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Tuesday Homework Help
6-7 p.m. — United Way Community Center - South Franklin — Free — Receive guidance on assignments and stay on track with learning in a supportive environment.
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Literacy Support Group
6-7 p.m. — United Way Community Center - South Franklin — Cost info not provided — Engage kids ages 7-12 in hands-on activities to boost their reading and writing skills.
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Homework Help Session
6-7 p.m. — United Way Community Center - South Franklin — Free — Assistance for students in grades 1-12 to stay on track with their studies.
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Spanish Book Babies
10:30-11:00 a.m. — Provo City Library at Academy Square — Free entry — Enjoy music, stories, and activities designed for children and their caregivers.
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Coding Chaos
12-2 p.m. — Provo City Library at Academy Square — Free entry — Play with robots and learn to code while competing in games with friends!
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Family Art Class
5-6 p.m. — United Way Community Center - South Franklin — Cost info not provided — Unleash your family’s creativity with painting, clay, and collaborative art projects.
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Literacy Support Group
6-7 p.m. — United Way Community Center - South Franklin — Registration required — Kids aged 7-12 explore reading and writing through fun hands-on activities.
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