Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 3rd of June.
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🏘️ Community
Former BYU linebacker Drew Jensen — a Brighton High alum — now flies charter jets for Paragon Airways, transporting celebrities, CEOs and athletes along the West Coast.
He chose flight school over football and now enjoys a successful career in aviation while keeping close ties with his college roots.
💼 Business
On Monday, Volaris launched its inaugural direct flight from Salt Lake City to Guadalajara at Salt Lake City International Airport, making it the third airline in Utah to offer direct Mexico service.
The carrier will fly three weekly routes to connect families and visitors with affordable fares.
🎭 Culture
Paper artist Robert Buchert (a BYU adjunct professor) in Provo spent four months perfecting a historically accurate recreation of the Declaration using traditional paper crafting methods and displayed it at his workshop on May 29.
Prints are available for $76, with prices rising after July 5.
🌲 Environment
Utah's closed fire season began Monday as most areas face above-normal fire risk; state officials urge residents to follow permit guidelines and avoid unattended burning (permits are required outside city limits) until Oct.
31.
Rainmaker’s cloud seeding program has validated its drone technology to boost precipitation in Utah’s mountains by adding 180,000 acre-feet to spring runoff.
The initiative supports state water conservation and expands across northern Utah and the Western Uintas using drone tests + radar confirmation.
🎉 Provo Events
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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.
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.
Canopy Capers
12:00 – 12:30 PM — Provo City Library at Academy Square — Free entry — Enjoy songs, stories, and a puppet show under the canopy while you have lunch.
Destination Utah Youth Camp 2026
8 a.m. — Peaks Ice Arena — Cost varies per class — Experience two days of expert skating classes with Olympic champions in scenic Provo.
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