Good morning, Provo.

Sarah Young, chief of staff at the state board of education, said her office partnered with Provo-born Qualtrics in 2018 to gather new data from teachers, parents and students to look beyond test scores in K-12 education.

The board will use the data to shape school policies and improve teacher support+wellbeing.

Gov. Spencer Cox will sign bills that replace the State Records Committee with an administrative law judge — a change meant to speed up government records decisions; another bill will make it costlier to appeal a denial of records.

Senator Mike McKell said reviews found the current process to be slow and inconsistent, prompting these changes.

Utah GOP Chair Rob Axson announced he will seek a second term while former gubernatorial candidate Phil Lyman challenges him by proposing changes to signature practices and grassroots outreach.

The decision will affect how the party raises funds and supports candidates in future campaigns.

The Utah Supreme Court ruled against seven teens who sued over fossil fuel policies, saying the state's energy rules do not stop fossil fuel development — and left open the chance for the teens to refile if they fix their complaint.

The decision rejected their claim that the practices harm their health and violate their right to life.

Zimbabwe’s Kirsty Coventry (41) became the first woman and African leader elected president of the International Olympic Committee on March 20th at Costa Navarino.

She will begin her eight-year term in June when former president Thomas Bach’s tenure ends (June 23) and is set to guide plans for Utah’s 2034 Winter Games.

Ridgeline’s Emilee Skinner was named the Deseret News Ms. Basketball for the second year, making her only the second repeat winner in 31 years—she led her team to three state championships and will attend Duke to chase her dream of playing in the WNBA.

BYU tight end Carsen Ryan transferred from UCLA and Utah to get more playing time after Utah changed its offensive coordinator.

He said that climbing the death stairs is his only tough part while he learns BYU’s playbook+ earns praise from coaches.

Former BYU coach Steve Cleveland recounted his NCAA Tournament experiences and advised coach Kevin Young that extra passes could be key to the Cougars' game.

He recalled a loss to Cincinnati and stressed that lessons from past games will help the team in their Thursday contest against VCU in Denver—underscoring the need for teamwork.

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.

You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown

7:30–9:30 p.m. — Covey Center for the Arts — Check website for ticket prices — Enjoy a delightful performance featuring the beloved Peanuts characters in this charming musical.

Adrenaline Dance Competition

9 AM – 10 PM — Utah Valley Convention Center — $154 lodging cutoff — A thrilling dance competition featuring local talent and awarding scholarships.

Spanish Book Babies

9:30-9:50 a.m. — Provo City Library at Academy Square — Free entry — Enjoy music, stories, and activities for children and their caregivers in Spanish.