Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 25th of May.
Good morning, Provo.
A 12-year-old boy was rescued after he went briefly unconscious in a bathtub in Eagle Mountain on May 23rd—Unified Fire & EMS arrived at 7:30 p.m. and he is now doing much better at the hospital.
Sundance Mountain Resort in Provo Canyon is expanding with a new high-speed quad lift called Electric Horseman Express scheduled to open for the 2026-27 season and 60 acres of new terrain with nine trails opening in 2025-26 — the move aims to attract destination skiers while keeping the local charm.
The Bonneville Shoreline Trail (started in 1989) has connected communities along the Wasatch Front for over 30 years, stretching 170 miles today with plans to reach 400 miles through recent work in Herriman, Pleasant Grove, and Cache County.
A bill introduced in March to study a National Scenic Trail designation (a move that may boost federal funding) shows growing state support as local hikers, bikers, and runners enjoy its mix of official and unfinished sections.
BYU announced that transfer guard Nate Pickens has joined the Cougars to play as a guard, saying he chose the program for its NBA resources and supportive fan environment after visiting on May 7.
Pickens, a defensive specialist who averaged 9.8 points at UC Riverside, will join the team once his classes end at Riverside on June 10—an opportunity that fits his goal of playing professional basketball.
BYU football is building momentum in recruiting for the class of 2026 by securing nine commitments including prospects Terrance Saryon and Sefanaia Alatini.
The program is chasing top recruit Ryder Lyons—who narrowed his choices to USC, Oregon and BYU—with a decision expected by mid-summer.
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.
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.
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.
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.
CSPA Summer Show #1
6 PM — Covey Center for the Arts — Tickets required — Experience the passion and precision of our dancers as they perform one last time before heading to Nationals.
Spanish Story Time
10:30-11:00 a.m. — Provo City Library at Academy Square — Free entry — Enjoy story time in the sunshine at one of Provo's beautiful parks.
Genola Days Car Show
9 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Genola Memorial Park — Free event — Celebrate automotive beauty with trophies, cash giveaways, and family fun.
PMP Certification Training Course
9 AM - 5 PM — Regus - Downtown Provo — Contact for pricing — Enhance your project management skills with an intensive 4-day classroom training experience.
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