Sunday, April 12th, 2026
Good morning, Provo. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 12th of April.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Teens seeking summer work should apply now using the Utah Department of Workforce Services website, which lists over 25,000 jobs from food service to retail; local libraries and career centers also offer internships and coaching + help students gain skills and competitive pay. Deseret News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Utah Valley University and Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions announced an agreement that lets qualified physical therapy students start graduate courses during their senior year at UVU and finish their doctorate sooner — a move that could help meet local health care needs. Deseret News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Mammoth clinched a wild-card playoff spot with a 4-1 win over Nashville on Thursday night; strong goaltending and balanced scoring helped the team reach the postseason for the first time in six years (since the 2020 NHL playoff bubble). Daily Herald
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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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Russian Playgroup
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM — United Way Community Center - South Franklin — Free entry — A weekly gathering for parents and toddlers in a supportive, social environment.
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