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Provo
Thursday, April 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Provo. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 2nd of April.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Brigham Young University is celebrating Cougar success after students won National Student Emmy trophies for best comedy series, commercials and an animated short titled Love & Gold at the Talmage Building; the awards honor a long-standing creative tradition led by director Connor VanDyke and his crew. FOX 13
- ➤ Provo School District will demolish the nearly century-old Dixon Middle School at North 700 West and West 200 North in July and build a smaller new elementary school for Timpanogos students to be completed by summer 2028 — neighbors hope the open field remains. KUTV
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Lyle Boss explains that hybrid products combining life insurance & annuities with long-term care riders help Utah families cover rising care costs while protecting assets amid facility shortages in rural areas. The piece outlines how these options offer a better fit for Utah’s higher-than-average care expenses. Standard-Examiner
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Primary Children's Hospital joined the Trauma and Grief Network to train local therapists in evidence-based techniques that help children cope with loss. The partnership is the first network affiliate in the western U.S. and will expand access to compassionate care for grieving families. Deseret News
- ➤ Utah adds Hunter syndrome (MPS II) to its newborn screening panel to help families catch the rare genetic disorder early; the change follows years of careful review and pairs with a newly FDA-approved therapy. KUTV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Former BYU star Puka Nacua is in a rehab facility in Malibu to work on improving his overall behavior. His attorney said Nacua’s rehab began before allegations from a New Year's Eve event surfaced and he is scheduled to remain in treatment for a while longer. FOX 13
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Family Art Class
5-6 p.m. — United Way Community Center - South Franklin — Cost varies — Explore creativity through a variety of art mediums in a fun family setting.
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Science Club for Kids
4-5:30 p.m. — United Way Community Center - South Franklin — Check website for pricing — Explore various science fields through hands-on projects designed for 3rd to 8th graders.
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Reading Club for Kids
5-6 p.m. — United Way Community Center - South Franklin — Free — A fun-filled reading session with pizza and the chance to take home a book each week.
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African Dance and Drumming Class
6-8 p.m. — United Way Community Center - South Franklin — Registration required — Experience the vibrant culture of Africa through songs, dance, and drumming lessons from skilled instructors.
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Runtastic Marathon
All day — Provo Utah — Registration fees apply — Experience Utah's premier spring marathon with breathtaking mountain views and multiple distance options.
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Family Art Class
5-6 p.m. — United Way Community Center - South Franklin — Free entry — Explore creativity through various art mediums in a fun family setting.
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Homework Help for Kids
6-7 p.m. — United Way Community Center - South Franklin — Free — Get guidance on homework and stay on track with learning for grades 1-12.
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Literacy Support Group
6-7 p.m. — United Way Community Center - South Franklin — Registration required — Engage in hands-on projects to enhance reading and writing skills for kids aged 7-12.
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Reading Club for Kids
5-6 p.m. — United Way Community Center - South Franklin — Free entry — Help kids in grades K-8 discover a love for reading while enjoying pizza and taking home a book each week.
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Weekly English Playgroup
10:30-11:30 a.m. — United Way Community Center - South Franklin — Free — Parents and children engage in learning and socialization in a supportive environment.
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