Good morning, Provo.

Today, Douglas Carter appeared in court in Provo as the case for a possible retrial of the 1985 murder of Eva Olesen moves forward—Judge Pullan declared him indigent and appointed the UCPDA, though they may not handle another capital case and questions about releasing key evidence to Provo Police remain.

Gov. Spencer Cox appointed Lonny Pehrson — a staffer for former Attorney General Sean Reyes — as the first director of the new Government Records Office to replace the seven-member panel.

He will manage public records appeals and daily office operations during his four-year term.

Associate Chief Justice John Pearce is leaving the Utah Supreme Court to return to private practice and teaching; his last day is December 1 after 10 years on the court (including 3½ years as Associate Chief).

The Appellate Nominating Commission will compile a list of seven candidates for Gov. Spencer Cox to choose a successor.

Utah’s new law banning flavored vape juices is now in effect and has forced shops like VIP Vapors in Springville to pull products off their shelves to avoid fines—health officials say the move aims to curb youth vaping while legal challenges continue.

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.