Good morning, Provo.

At Pleasant Grove’s Strawberry Days breakfast on Saturday, firefighters will raise funds to help cover funeral expenses & travel costs for Chad Jensen’s family after his son was killed in an Idaho crash on May 25.

A study by the Utah Lake Authority and the Utah Department of Environmental Quality shows PCB levels dropped dramatically due to carp removal, so Utah Lake’s fish consumption advisory on carp was lifted.

Officials said the change signals an improved ecosystem since 2005 (contamination linked to Geneva Steel).

Utah Rep. Burgess Owens led the House in passing the No Aid for Ghost Students Act on Wednesday, with all four Utah House members voting in favor.

The bill will require the Education Department to verify applicants' identities before releasing federal aid starting Oct. 1.

IOC officials are working with LA28 organizers and US authorities to prevent immigration delays—like those that turned away a Somali World Cup referee—and they plan to keep athletes and staff moving smoothly.

Utah’s 2034 Winter Games organizers expect the issue to be resolved ahead of their future event.

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.

Wasatch Classic 27

4-8 p.m. — The Shops At Riverwoods — $15 registration — Celebrate all things Volkswagen at Utah County's longest running VW show.

2026 Freedom Days

All day — Downtown Provo — Free entry — Celebrate with food vendors, handmade crafts, and live entertainment at this vibrant community festival.

Russian Playgroup for Young Children

10:30 AM – 12:00 PM — United Way Community Center - South Franklin — Free — A weekly gathering for young children to play and for parents to connect.

Utah Valley Oasis Community Meeting

10-11 a.m. — Lehi Arts Center — Free entry — Engage with Britt Hartley for a thought-provoking conversation on personal growth and community building.

2026 Bowhunter Rendezvous

Event Saturday — All Day — Timpanogos Archers — Registration required — Participate in a thrilling archery match at a premier range in Provo.