Friday, April 10th, 2026
Good morning, Provo. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 10th of April.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A Forbes ranking of 250 self-made Americans highlights five individuals with Utah ties, including entrepreneur Frank VanderSloot, Nobel Laureate Mario Capecchi, and business leader Gail Miller. The list also features singer Jewel and Netscape founder James Clark, showing the state’s diverse influence on American success. Deseret News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Utah's statewide snowpack peaked at a record-low 8.3 inches in March as nearly every basin, including the Provo-Utah Lake-Jordan basin (50% of median), fell far short of normal levels. Experts warn that warm temperatures sped up melting and may lead to water shortages this summer. Deseret News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ President Dallin H. Oaks, in his first address as prophet, urged believers to extend love to their adversaries and work for fairness in civic life (reflecting his role in past Utah agreements). Deseret News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Rebeca Granillo fished on the Provo River near Charleston on Wednesday as she helped grow the fly-fishing scene in Provo. Together with Pat Ronneburg, who started Women’s Fly-Fish Days (offering beginner clinics and conservation projects), they welcomed more women to the sport. Deseret News
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Mortgage rates dropped slightly last week (6.37% down from 6.46%), offering relief to homebuyers in Provo. The development could spark a more favorable spring buying season if market conditions hold steady. Deseret News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The spring transfer portal for Utah Division I men’s basketball opened Tuesday and runs until April 21, allowing players from Utah, BYU, Utah State, Weber State, Southern Utah, Utah Valley, and Utah Tech to enter and withdraw (with Verbal Commits as the primary source). Deseret News
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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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Ties & Tiaras Daddy-Daughter Dance
5-7 p.m. — Provo Recreation Center — $30 per couple, $5 for each additional child — Experience an enchanting evening of dance, crafts, and cherished moments for dads and daughters.
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