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Friday, May 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Provo. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 22nd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Travelers preparing for Memorial Day weekend in Utah should expect delays of up to 90 minutes on major routes, while airport officials advise checking parking and carry-on rules. The Red Cross recommends having emergency supplies ready in case of any car troubles. Deseret News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Memorial Day weekend travel is forecast to hit new highs as gas prices reach levels unseen since 2022 with experts predicting a move to $5 per gallon soon. A recent Deseret News poll finds many Utah households plan fewer trips or shorter vacations due to higher fuel + airfare costs. Deseret News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Provo City School District announced that four elementary schools (Spring Creek, Franklin, Earhart, and Canyon Crest) will not be closed following community concerns. The board said future reviews may occur after changes to its Dual Language Immersion programs. FOX 13
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The newly established U. S. Wildland Fire Service began its first season with a week-long training at Camp Williams, merging teams from several federal agencies to boost wildfire response as second- to fourth-year firefighters practiced technical skills and scenario drills in preparation for a summer of high wildfire risk. FOX 13
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday, Gov. Spencer Cox issued a statewide drought emergency order to unlock funding and boost water conservation as record-low snowpack has left the state relying on reservoirs for 95% of its drinking water. Local officials will enforce outdoor water restrictions to help combat severe drought conditions. Deseret News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Officials detected measles at Old Mill Elementary School in Heber City after a May 15 exposure, and unvaccinated third-graders must stay home for 21 days (affecting class attendance for the remainder of the school year) to control the outbreak. FOX 13
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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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