Good morning, Provo.

Provo officials warned residents that coyotes have been seen repeatedly in the foothills after two cats were found dead.

They advised removing outside food, bird feeders, and garbage and securing animal pens (a measure suggested to reduce coyote visits) as coyotes tend to avoid humans.

A Utah judge ruled that the Utah Fits All scholarship program was unconstitutional last week, leaving families uncertain about their next steps.

Advocates plan to appeal the decision as the program currently provides $8,000 per student to 10,000 students—while critics argue it diverts public money from schools.

A judge ruled the Utah Fits All Scholarship unconstitutional, leaving teacher salaries and scholarship benefits in limbo and prompting a status hearing on April 23 to review plans before teacher raises begin on July 1—if the program is not upheld, raises may drop from about $10,000 to nearly $5,000. The state plans to appeal the decision and will update as the process unfolds.

Gov. Spencer Cox issued an executive order on Monday to boost Utah's wildfire preparedness ahead of fire season—establishing a Working Group on Wildfire Management that includes state agency heads who will complete a report by June 1 on wildfire risks and evacuation plans.

A new blood test has been launched today at ARUP Laboratories—on the University of Utah campus—to detect Alzheimer’s pathology in patients aged 60 and older.

Local experts say the test offers a less invasive alternative to spinal taps and amyloid PET scans and may be used alongside new FDA-approved treatments.

Intermountain Health broke ground in Saratoga Springs on a new multispecialty clinic that will include a dedicated cancer center along with services such as OB/GYN care, cardiology, and chemotherapy.

The facility, expected to open in fall 2026, aims to reduce long travel times for patients in northern Utah County.

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.

Spanish Story Time

6:30-7:00 p.m. — Provo City Library at Academy Square — Free entry — Enjoy music, stories, and activities for children and their caregivers in a Spanish language setting.

Spanish Story Time

10:30-11:00 a.m. — Provo City Library at Academy Square — Free entry — Celebrate Día de los Niños with engaging Spanish stories for children.

Utah Metropolitan Ballet 40th Anniversary Celebration

7 p.m. — Covey Center for the Arts — $27-$57 — Celebrate four decades of artistic excellence with a memorable performance featuring renowned works and guest artists.

Thanksgiving Point Tulip Festival 2025

9 AM — Thanksgiving Point — Ticket info TBA — Immerse yourself in a vibrant display of over 900,000 spring flowers.

Mother's Day Brunch

9 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Sundance Mountain Resort — Reservation required — Celebrate Mother's Day with a lavish brunch featuring gourmet dishes and a breathtaking mountain backdrop.

Sister Act Jr

8-10 p.m. — Centennial Middle School Auditorium — Ticket information available — Enjoy a lively performance of Sister Act Jr presented by local talent.