Good morning, Provo.

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will change its Sunday meeting schedule starting Sept.

6 by replacing alternating classes with two 25-minute blocks after sacrament meeting (with two five-minute transitions) to offer consistent weekly sessions.

BYU students won top prizes at the Student Emmys last month during the 45th College Television Awards in Los Angeles.

Teams received honors in best animation for (Love and Gold) and best comedy series for (Thanksgiving), continuing the university’s strong record in creative programs.

Extreme drought has affected nearly 60% of Utah as record warmth melted most of the record‐low snowpack, leaving water supply concerns across the state.

Local experts in Provo noted that recent storms offered only minor relief as shortages persist into the warm season.

Utah’s Division of Wildlife Resources advises that if you see a baby bird, check if it has feathers—if not, return it to its nest or set it on a safe branch; if it has feathers, leave it alone as its parents feed it.

The rule also applies to ducklings.

America First Credit Union's Dave Nellis advises using Financial Literacy Month to review spending habits and build a secure future (by tracking expenses, creating an emergency fund, managing credit, and investing using employer matches).

The bank also offers free financial counseling to help residents get started.

A state audit found only 49% (of $922 million) was used for nursing home care under the Medicaid program while the rest covered hospital expenses, prompting a call for tighter oversight by the Department of Health and Human Services; hospital officials defended the fund use, warning changes could hurt care.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Runtastic Marathon

All day — Provo Utah — Registration fees apply — Experience Utah's premier spring marathon with breathtaking mountain views and multiple distance options.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.