Good morning, Provo.

A new poll conducted May 15 to 18 shows nearly 60% of Utah adults are concerned about a hantavirus outbreak linked to a cruise ship incident that killed three passengers.

Urban residents express higher worry than suburban & rural communities, while experts advise precautions when cleaning rodent droppings.

A new Deseret News/Hinckley Institute poll shows 41% of Utahns tracked the Mammoth's first playoff run closely (12% very and 29% somewhat) against the Vegas Golden Knights earlier this month.

The team will face the Avalanche in the Winter Classic at Rice-Eccles Stadium on Dec. 31, fueling local excitement.

Big 12 teams will feature 13 nonconference matchups in 2026 to reshape the league's image.

BYU will host Notre Dame while Utah faces SEC Arkansas at home — key opportunities for local teams to build momentum ahead of the season.

BYU quarterback Bear Bachmeier, who posted a 12-2 season with 3,033 passing yards and 517 rushing yards as a freshman, is on track to challenge Max Hall’s record as he leads the Cougars in tough Big 12 contests.

Debate grows over expanding college football playoffs from 12 to 24 teams, with sports officials and coaches warning the change could dilute competition.

BYU and other strong teams that missed the current format might gain chances, though concerns persist over game mismatches and reduced late-season excitement.

BYU football coach Sione Po’uha is adding depth to the defensive line by securing commitments from recruits like Moa Havili, a Granger High star who recently committed and will visit on June 19, & Jeremiah Williams from Tustin.

His approach aims to build NFL-caliber talent for a stronger defense.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Movies in the Park - Zootopia 2

7-9 p.m. — Rock Canyon Park — Free entry — Bring your blankets and enjoy a fun night under the stars watching Zootopia 2.

The Phantom Breaks the Opera

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Angelus Theatre — $ — Experience a hilariously chaotic twist on a classic with musical mishaps and belly laughs.

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.

20th Anniversary Celebration of Fablehaven with Brandon Mull

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Provo City Library at Academy Square — Free registration required — Celebrate two decades of magic with a live presentation, audience interaction, and a book signing by bestselling author Brandon Mull.

Mosaic Lamp Workshop in Provo

2:00 p.m. — Provo Marriott Hotel & Conference Center — All materials included — Learn traditional Turkish art and create your own stunning mosaic lamp.