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Saturday, May 16th, 2026
Good morning, Provo. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 16th of May.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The inaugural Salt Lake Art Show is underway in Sandy and blends fine art with live music, dance, panels, and Indigenous art. Organized by Peaks Art Fairs, the family-friendly event runs May 15-17 at the Mountain America Expo Center. Deseret News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday, May 14, New York Times columnist Bret Stephens spoke at BYU during the Peacemaker Conference about the dividing line between the elite and others — he explained the gap between those who work in a 'words economy' and those in a 'stuff economy' — and urged communities to build mutual understanding. Deseret News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Record-low snowpack has led Utah State Parks to issue advisories for 12 boat ramps, including those at Piute and Yuba, with restrictions affecting summer recreation. Officials plan to expand life jacket programs to 23 parks & urge visitors to check boating conditions before launching. Deseret News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Spencer Cox declared a 30-day state of emergency on Friday for crop losses from an April freeze that severely damaged fruit and grain yields in several counties. The order will provide funding support to help local growers recover. FOX 13
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ BYU standout AJ Dybantsa is projected as a top NBA draft prospect while mock drafts suggest the Jazz will take Kansas guard Darryn Peterson at No. 2 — BYU forward Richie Saunders is expected in the second round, with the draft set for June 23 and 24. Deseret News
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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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2026 Summer Band Concert Series
7 p.m. — North Park, Provo — Free entry — Enjoy delightful performances by the Utah Premiere Brass every Sunday in June.
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Spanish Story Time in the Park
10-10:30 a.m. — Lakeview Park — Free — Enjoy story time in the sunshine at one of Provo's beautiful parks and bring your library card for checkouts.
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