Good morning, Provo.

Officials responded to a crash on Highway 40 at milepost 15 Tuesday at 8:30 a.m. where a minivan collided with a semi, killing one person and reducing the roadway to one lane—causing travel delays near Heber City.

South Jordan Police identified 41-year-old Samuel Mitchell (from Herriman) who chatted with missing 15-year-old Alisa Petrov via Discord before she disappeared from Provo on April 21 as investigators uncovered the messages on a hidden iPad in her room.

Residents and visitors in Provo can explore Utah’s top attractions by completing a bucket list that features outdoor activities such as hiking in national parks, floating in the Great Salt Lake, skiing in Park City, and enjoying treats (like a raspberry shake at Bear Lake).

The list also highlights cultural events (such as the Utah Shakespeare Festival and Holi Festival of Colors) that offer a mix of adventures for anyone eager to experience the state.

Utah’s summer meal programs will serve free breakfast or lunch at more than 300 sites statewide to help children who rely on school meals over the break.

The programs, running from early June through August, will provide meals at schools, libraries, parks and community centers and include options for some adults.

Thirteen-year-old Roshan Kaushik from Lehi, a 7th grader at Challenger School Traverse Mountain Campus, is representing Utah at the Scripps National Spelling Bee in Maryland this week as he pursues his love for words and history.

His parents’ support helps him manage nerves — he plans to save the $50,000 grand prize for college if he wins — showing his practical goals for the future.

Data from the Utah Division of Water Resources shows that reservoirs remain 87% full with 25 of 43 large lakes over 81% full and five at full capacity—though Lake Powell and Panguitch Lake are below 60%.

Water managers said that an early snowmelt and a hot summer will likely lower levels further, so conservation measures are needed.

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.

Delta Gateway Park Grand Opening

1-7 p.m. — Delta Gateway Park — Free entry — Celebrate the opening of a new park featuring playgrounds, trails, and more with community festivities.

Spanish Story Time at Lakeview Park

10:30-11:00 a.m. — Lakeview Park — Free entry — Enjoy sunny story time outdoors with delightful tales and library materials.