Good morning, Provo.

New findings from the Kem.

C. Gardner Policy Institute and the Utah Geological Survey show that Utah broke energy records in 2025 by exporting more than it imported and achieving record oil production. Petroleum use hit 2.6 billion gallons and electricity cost was 30% below the national average—signaling a shift.

At the UVU commencement (at the UCCU Center) on April 29, President Astrid S.

Tuminez delivered a farewell speech urging graduates to choose joy amid challenges before stepping down to focus on family after overseeing record enrollment growth during a challenging academic year.

Following criticism over comments about Charlie Kirk, UVU canceled Sharon McMahon's speech at commencement due to security concerns.

Gov. Cox said Thursday he supports inviting her back to help the campus focus on celebration (aiming for healing amid controversy).

State officials reported that the Great Salt Lake reached its expected peak earlier this month as Utah experienced its warmest winter, and water managers warn that its level will soon drop as evaporation outpaces inflow in northern Utah.

The USDA declared 13 Utah counties as Natural Disaster Areas to provide emergency loans to farmers battling severe drought (with the FSA reviewing each request based on losses and repayment capacity).

Relief will cover items like equipment and livestock needs amid ongoing water shortages.

Governor Spencer Cox said that an emergency drought declaration will be issued soon as state reservoirs face heavy taxation and rising wildfire risks, and a drought committee will meet next week to plan key measures amid severe water shortages affecting farmers.

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.