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Provo
Saturday, May 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Provo. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 2nd of May.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ At BYU Women’s Conference on Thursday, April 30, Sheri Dew urged local Latter-day Saint women to testify to truth by adopting spiritual habits like testing reality + hearkening to what is important, saying their testimonies counter negative media portrayals and promote spiritual balance. Deseret News
- ➤ America250 Utah is hosting the Let Freedom Ring 250 Utah Kickoff event online today to celebrate the role of families in building communities. The free session will offer interactive activities on local arts, history and culture. Deseret News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A national survey finds college students worry about student loans and job prospects, though most view tuition as a good investment. A recent Utah poll and a higher education board tuition hike highlight local concerns about rising costs & financial literacy. Deseret News
- ➤ At North Summit High School (Coalville), students took part in a meat science project on April 29 that used digital tools to teach traditional farming skills. The program, part of the National FFA Organization, shows Utah educators blending tech with hands-on learning to build essential life skills. Deseret News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Top media outlets have ranked BYU among the top 15 and Utah in the top 25 in college football after the 2025 season; BYU’s coach Kalani Sitake stayed while Utah hired new coach Morgan Scalley — the changes set the stage for intense Big 12 games ahead. Deseret News
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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