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Saturday, March 22nd, 2025
Good morning, Provo. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 22nd of March.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A chemical explosion in American Fork on March 19th caused two individuals to be taken to a burn unit after multiple fire crews responded and neutralized the hazardous chemicals—preventing further injuries. KUTV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Highland police arrested 47 year old nurse Meggan Randall Sundwall after she allegedly killed 38 year old patient Kacee Lyn Terry with an insulin overdose to collect a rumored $1.5 million life insurance payout and now she faces charges of aggravated murder and obstruction of justice (the investigation began in August 2024 when officers responded to a call on W. Stevens Lane). FOX 13
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A team of Utahns has been restoring a WWII A-26 Invader nicknamed High Maintenance at Provo Airport for 14 years and will have it flying at airshows this summer for its 80th anniversary— they rebuilt the plane's key systems and will start painting soon using donated supplies from a local company. FOX 13
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The IRS announced that more than 1.1 million people nationwide have unclaimed 2021 tax refunds and about 8,700 in Utah could receive around $7.5 million with a median refund of $696. Taxpayers must file their federal return by April 15 to claim their money before it becomes property of the U.S. Treasury. Standard-Examiner
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Utah Supreme Court upheld the dismissal of a 2022 environmental lawsuit by seven young Utahns—ages 9 to 18—who said the state's fossil fuel policies harmed their health, and the ruling allows them to file the case again. State leaders, including Gov. Spencer Cox, praised the decision as a strong move for Utah's energy future. Deseret News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Friday, the Society of Professional Journalists gave Utah lawmakers a Black Hole Award for passing bills that now make it costlier and harder for people to access government records. The law replaces the State Records Committee with an administrative law judge—an act Gov. Spencer Cox defended as balancing government needs and public interest. Deseret News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ BYU beat No. 11 seed VCU 80-71 in Denver on Thursday and advanced to a second-round game with Wisconsin today. The Cougars outscored VCU by scoring 38 points in the paint and grabbing 40 rebounds — marking their first tournament win in 12 years. Deseret News
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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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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.
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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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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.
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Adrenaline Dance Competition
9 AM – 10 PM — Utah Valley Convention Center — $154 lodging cutoff — A thrilling dance competition featuring local talent and awarding scholarships.
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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.
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Spanish Story Time
6:30-7 p.m. — Provo City Library — Free entry — Enjoy music and stories for children and their caregivers in a warm atmosphere.
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