Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 5th of April.
Good morning, Provo.
Engels A Gutierrez Frias, 30, was arrested Tuesday at about 10:00 p.m. after a crash when he allegedly pulled a gun on another driver (the victim said he aimed it and yelled) and now faces a charge for threat of violence.
Gas prices in Utah are rising and remain just below the national average while higher demand and a switch to summer-blend fuel drive the increase.
Prices vary by area (from $3.15 in Cache County to $3.55 in Grand County) and are expected to peak later this spring.
Gov. Spencer Cox signed three bills on April 4 in the Capitol Gold Room that require age checks for apps, let users control their data, and ban cellphones in class.
Supporters say the laws will help keep kids safe online and allow students to focus better.
Local elections will take place in Utah Valley in 2025—mayor and city council seats in nearly every city are open while candidate filing runs June 2-6, with primaries on August 12 and a general vote on November 4.
In Provo, Mayor Michelle Kaufusi announced she will seek a third term and faces a challenge from former Utah Rep. Marsha Judkins.
Forty-one Utah lawmakers signed a bipartisan letter urging Congress to resume and expand the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act after it expired nearly a year ago to help people hurt by nuclear testing.
The letter noted that lawmakers and the state delegation support ongoing talks and want Senate and House leaders to act in 2025.
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.
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.
Building Your PMP Study Plan
9 AM – 5 PM — Regus - Downtown Provo — Fee applies — Engage in a comprehensive 32-hour PMP training designed to equip you for the CAPM certification.
Fate and Fable Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Covey Center for the Arts — $10-$20 — Experience an enchanting evening of storytelling through music with the Utah Valley Symphony.
Utah Valley Symphony - Fate and Fable
7:30-9 p.m. — Covey Center for the Arts — $10-$20 — Experience an enchanting evening of storytelling through music with Verdi, Dukas, and Tchaikovsky.
Spanish Story Time for Babies
9:30-9:50 a.m. — Provo City Library at Academy Square — Free entry — Enjoy age-appropriate stories, songs, and finger games in Spanish for babies and parents.
2025 Ice Breaker Archery Shoot
April 26-27 — Timpanogos Archers — $15-$75 — Compete in archery with fun classes for all ages and skill levels.
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