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Friday, March 20th, 2026
Good morning, Provo. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ University of Utah student Jake Esayian launched Always Outdoors about a month ago to help local outdoor enthusiasts connect and plan group outings that boost social ties. The app offers a swiping feature and event marketplace (its core tools) to match users with similar interests and encourage mental well-being. Deseret News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation awarded $100 million to Central Utah Water Conservancy District (CUWCD) for a project that will enclose the aging Strawberry High Line Canal and convert it into a modern pipeline to serve communities in southern Utah County; project work is planned to start soon. Daily Herald
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A report from the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute and Utah Department of Health and Human Services finds 9% to 44% of mothers in Utah face birth trauma and calls for better mental health checks + improved communication during and after delivery. Deseret News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ BYU lost 79-71 to Texas in a first-round NCAA Tournament game at Portland’s Moda Center on Thursday, Mar. 19, ending the season at 23-12. Deseret News
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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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Reading Club for Kids
5-6 p.m. — United Way Community Center — Free — Encourage a love for reading with group activities, pizza, and a book to take home.
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