Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of June.
Good morning, Provo.
The Springville community gathered at Springville High School on Saturday to honor Alex Johnson, who unexpectedly died on June 5th during a church youth camp near Wasatch Mountain State Park.
His family and friends remembered his lifelong service and genuine care—while a GoFundMe has been set up to help cover funeral costs and support his widow and four children.
Fire crews fought a large fire at Chipman’s Mansion in American Fork on Saturday morning that destroyed the historic home and killed several pets as an off-duty firefighter spotted smoke near 11 a.m., called 911 and helped rescue some animals before extra teams arrived (the homeowner said no one was in the home and the cause remains under investigation).
Authorities in Whittier — a small Alaskan town — charged 11 American Samoan residents with falsely claiming U.S. citizenship on voter registration forms, a legal battle that raises concerns about voting rights and could affect Utah’s growing American Samoan community.
BYU coach Kevin Young signed a long-term contract extension with the Cougars after leading the team to a Sweet 16 run and attracting key recruits like AJ Dybantsa.
He said his family loves living in Provo and looks forward to building a strong program under athletic director Brian Santiago — the school confirmed the deal.
Skyridge freshman Summer Buechner earned the Daily Herald Girls Lacrosse Valley Player of the Year award after scoring 75 goals and 90 assists for a total of 165 points in her first season.
She credits her skill development to competitive mini-lacrosse games at home — a practice that has honed her leadership and team play under the guidance of her coach and family.
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.
JK Studios - Spring Show
3-7 p.m. — Covey Center for the Arts — $15-$45 + $25 Photo Op — Enjoy an evening of family-friendly comedy featuring the original cast of Studio C with never-before-seen material.
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