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Thursday, May 15th, 2025
Good morning, Provo. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 15th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Nearly 1,500 kids and adults with special needs fished at Salem Pond on Tuesday, May 13th — 500 volunteers and local agencies helped prep rods and hook fish so every participant could experience catching their own fish. The 34th annual event provided special education students with a rare outdoor experience and hands-on learning opportunity. Deseret News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Utah Valley University is expanding its Credit for Prior Learning program so more students can earn college credit for real-world experience—military service, work, and volunteer activities count for credit in areas like business and health sciences. Eligible students can complete an online checklist to apply for credit and shorten the path to graduation—school officials expect the new program to improve completion rates. Deseret News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Utah’s Division of Wildlife Resources has issued safety tips for staying safe from cougars this summer in areas like foothills and canyons. The advice suggests not running from a cougar (to avoid triggering a chase) and recommends traveling in groups and staying alert while outdoors. Deseret News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Utah Department of Corrections signed an agreement with ICE on May 14 to transfer inmates without legal status to ICE custody after they complete their sentences. Designated correctional staff will work with ICE at the Utah State Correctional Facility and Central Utah Correctional Facility—aiming to protect local communities by removing potential threats. KUTV
- ➤ Utah Treasurer Marlo Oaks criticized the push to politicize state treasuries at the Liberty Forum on Wednesday at the Provo Library, saying that ESG practices and natural asset companies harm economic activity on federal lands. He detailed his work with the Legislature on bills for gold-based transactions and warned that federal agencies are increasingly using ideological agendas — a trend he argued undermines local economic livelihoods. Deseret News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Brian Santiago took over as BYU athletic director on Tuesday after the Cougars posted an 11-2 record in football and reached the Sweet 16 in men's basketball. He said he will work to keep the teams competitive — focusing on a strong football program and retaining basketball coach Kevin Young. Standard-Examiner
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Utah County FTR 3rd Annual 5k
9-11 a.m. — Exchange Park — Free entry — Enjoy a scenic 5k run along the Provo River trail followed by snacks and socializing.
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Rebecca Lopez Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Covey Center for the Arts — Free entry — Enjoy a fusion of pop, country, Latin, and religious music from an award-winning artist.
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Northwest Stories Live Performance
8 PM - 12 AM — Covey Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the world's first story album brought to life on stage with music and performances by notable actors.
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Grassroots Shakespeare: Romeo and Juliet
7-8:30 p.m. — Kiwanis Park — Free entry — Experience a joyful, interactive performance of Shakespeare's timeless classic under the stars.
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Spanish Story Time in the Park
10:00-10:30 a.m. — Lakeview Park — Free entry — Enjoy story time in the sunshine this summer at one of Provo's beautiful parks.
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Payson Orchards Triathlon
7-8:30 a.m. — Payson Community Pool — Registration fees apply — Compete in a super sprint triathlon or take part in a 5K walk/run at Payson Orchards.
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