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Thursday, April 9th, 2026
Good morning, Provo. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 9th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Dirtylicious Dance Fitness closed on March 31 after seven years offering dance classes following its exit from the Provo Recreation Center — CEO Erica Tanner said the loss of business led to the decision. Some instructors plan to host classes independently while the company sells remaining merchandise. FOX 13
- ➤ TGS Liquor Agency is permanently closing its Payson, Panguitch, Eureka and Richfield stores this week after new Department of Alcoholic Beverage Services (DABS) contract changes reduced profits and led to 35 job losses; local residents will now face longer drives to purchase liquor. FOX 13
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Emma Miller of ScenicView Academy joined Season 4 of Love on the Spectrum after auditioning from a flyer at her school + her casting was confirmed with an interview on Monday, April 6. Students gathered to watch her performance on screen, where her original song brought hope to the community. Deseret News
- ➤ On Tuesday, April 7, 2026, BYU marked its 150th anniversary with a time capsule event at Brigham Square where freshman Jane Hedengren placed her winning bib and jersey in the capsule. The box, to be opened in 50 years at the bicentennial, also holds items from faculty and alumni. Daily Herald
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Experts warn that instability in the Middle East may delay lower gas prices even though oil prices dropped nearly 15% after a temporary ceasefire; Utah gas remains high at $4.24 per gallon. Drivers are advised to use price-tracking apps + fuel rewards until market confidence returns. KUTV
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ For Utah residents aged 55 to 80, crowded care facilities & rising home values create a long-term care challenge that financial experts say can be managed by using Medicaid-compliant annuities, irrevocable trusts & reverse mortgages to protect assets before urgent needs arise. Standard-Examiner
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Since March 2024, Utah officials have tracked increases in nursing home residents discharged without safe housing (some sent to shelters or unknown destinations), prompting calls for stronger ties between care facilities and local homelessness services to protect older adults. FOX 13
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ BYU guard Robert Wright III (who averaged 18.1 points last season after transferring from Baylor) is reportedly planning to enter the transfer portal, according to reports early Wednesday. His move could shift the team’s lineup as the transfer window remains open. Deseret News
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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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2026 Ice Breaker Shoot
Competition Round — Saturday & Sunday — Timpanogos Archers — Registration available online — Get ready to test your archery skills in this exciting two-day event.
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Ballroom Book Sale
12-3 p.m. — Provo City Library at Academy Square — Most books $2 or less — Build your home library and support library programs at this gigantic book sale.
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Utah Metropolitan Ballet: Tribute
7-10 p.m. — Covey Center for the Arts — $29-$60 — Experience a unique dance performance featuring the world premiere of a new piece by choreographer Vanessa Cook.
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