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Provo
Wednesday, May 6th, 2026
Good morning, Provo. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 6th of May.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A recent survey shows 64% of Utahns plan to celebrate America’s 250th milestone with parades, community cookouts, and festivals (including local heritage events). Local organizations are coordinating service projects and commemorative activities ahead of July Fourth as part of the nationwide observance. Deseret News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Local lawmakers passed new legislation that lets public school civics teachers safely discuss religious texts + the role of faith in shaping American history. The measures require reviewing documents like the Bible as historical sources without forcing any religious belief. Deseret News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The King's English Bookshop canceled its exclusive agreement to promote Gov. Cox's upcoming book, Off Ramp, after customers voiced concerns online. The store will still offer the book when it releases Sept. 8. Deseret News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The International Olympic Committee has decided to keep the Winter Games in Utah focused solely on snow and ice sports, rejecting proposals for cross-country running and cyclocross. Local sports supporters and federations expressed mixed views as plans for adding summer events were dropped — keeping the focus on traditional winter athletics. Deseret News
- ➤ U.S. ski areas recorded 52.6 million visits this season, a drop driven by inconsistent snowfall & warmer weather. Brighton Resort in Utah will close on May 10, while Snowbird stays open on weekends with its closing day still to be determined. KUTV
- ➤ A March softball game in Herriman showcased growing abuse from parents and coaches that forced experienced umpires to step away, with officials like John Beck citing the strain. The UHSAA has seen more single-umpire assignments and calls for new recruits and better crowd support. Deseret News
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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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Provo Career Fair
9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. — Provo Marriott Hotel & Conference Center — Free entry — Connect face-to-face with recruiters from local and Fortune 500 companies for exciting career opportunities.
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Russian Playgroup
10:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m. — United Way Community Center - South Franklin — Free entry — Engage with other parents and let children play and learn in a supportive environment.
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Spanish Story Time at Lakeview Park
10:00-10:30 a.m. — Lakeview Park — Free — Enjoy story time in the sunshine with captivating tales for children.
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