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Provo
Tuesday, May 26th, 2026
Good morning, Provo. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 26th of May.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Singer Liahona Olayan (a former American Idol contestant) credited her LDS mission with sharpening her talents and released her new song Elegance on April 24 to share her values and modest style, and she will release more singles this summer as she explores a solo career. Deseret News
- ➤ Local stuntwoman Katelynn Olson turned a college soccer injury into a film career and got her breakthrough on Marshals after working on Studio C and building connections through her local church. She trains daily — balancing multiple gigs to fuel her rising stunt career. Deseret News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Due to drought and low snowpack, officials from the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources said a moose was seen resting in a Springville backyard Sunday when neighbors alerted them (DWR). The team safely sedated and relocated the animal, and they expect more encounters along the Wasatch Front as conditions persist. FOX 13
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Tick sightings near Orem City Center Park and nearby neighborhoods have raised health concerns during the holiday weekend. Health officials advise residents to wear long sleeves, use insect repellent, and check for ticks after spending time outdoors. KUTV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ 247Sports' final transfer portal rankings show Texas Tech as the league favorite as quarterback Brendan Sorsby faces eligibility issues — he took an indefinite leave for treatment — which reshapes the Big 12 race. BYU remains in strong contention with plans to kick off their season on Sept. 5 against Utah Tech. Deseret News
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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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