Good morning, Provo.

Religious leaders and scholars discussed a recent controversy following the Pentagon's change in chaplain codes at a forum at BYU Education Week, and former BYU dean Robert Millet urged respectful dialogue & understanding among Christians to bridge gaps in faith identities.

The Chosen crew filmed exterior shots for the final season at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints’ Jerusalem Motion Picture Set in Goshen from June 9 over 13 days.

Local extras joined the production — strengthening ties with Utah Valley.

Utah County implemented Stage 1 Fire Restrictions today in response to forecasted dry weather, and officials said the rules ban open fires, smoking, fireworks and engine use in areas with dry vegetation to reduce wildfire risks.

BioFire Defense in Murray has shipped diagnostic panels to clinics in Africa and Asia to detect Ebola strains and other high-fever illnesses — the tests return 16 results in less than an hour.

The company has ramped up production to meet urgent demand amid outbreaks in Congo and Uganda.

Due to a contract dispute with Scripps, DirecTV did not carry Fox 13 so Utah viewers missed live USA-Paraguay World Cup coverage yesterday at 7 p.m. MDT and had to use antennas, streaming services plus Fox Sports 1 for a replay at 10 p.m. MDT.

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.