Good morning, Provo.

On Wednesday, April 29 in Salt Lake City, DEA agent Miguel Chino and U.S. attorney Melissa Holyoak reported record fentanyl pill seizures (204,000 pills in the first quarter and 2 million last year) and warned that cartels mixing these drugs with others continue to threaten community safety.

UVU President Astrid Tuminez closed yesterday's commencement at the UCCU Center in Orem by urging over 13,400 graduates to choose joy despite past grief (she steps down as university leader after seven years).

A new Utah law will require e-bike, e-scooter and e-motorcycle riders under 21 to wear helmets that meet safety standards starting May 6 - measures aimed at reducing head injuries among young riders.

Officials say the law responds to rising accident rates.

Utah Rep. Owens testified in a congressional hearing yesterday on campus free speech, warning that surveys show many students self-censor — a trend he said undermines open debate and the protection of First Amendment rights.

A new poll found 6 in 10 Utah voters say the major parties do not represent them well.

The survey, conducted April 15-19, shows 43 percent of Utah voters support forming a moderate third party at rates higher than the national average.

Stories and Music for Babies

9:30-9:50 a.m. — Provo City Library at Academy Square — Free event — Enjoy music, stories, and activities for children and their caregivers.

LEGO Storytime Program

4-5 p.m. — United Way Community Center - South Franklin — Registration required — Kids ages 5-8 enjoy stories and creative LEGO building at this engaging program.

Russian Play Group

10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. — United Way Community Center - South Franklin — Free entry — A weekly playgroup for children to learn and socialize while parents connect and share parenting tactics.

Russian Playgroup

10:30 a.m. — United Way Community Center - South Franklin — Free entry — Connect with fellow parents and watch your little ones learn and socialize in a welcoming environment.

Circus Golden Star Show

1:30 – 3:00 PM — Provo Towne Centre — $33.23+ — Experience excitement under the big top with thrilling acts and family-friendly fun.

Circus Golden Star Show

4:30-6:00 p.m. — Provo Towne Centre — Tickets start at $33.23 — Experience the magic of the circus under the big top with family-friendly performances.

Will Baxter Band: A Tribute to Neil Diamond

7:30 PM – 1:30 AM — Covey Center for the Arts — Free, reserve tickets online — Celebrate the iconic sounds of Neil Diamond with the Will Baxter Band's tribute show.

Board Game Construction Night

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Provo City Library at Academy Square — Free entry — Unleash your creativity by designing games or testing out others' creations.