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At BYU’s Religious Freedom Annual Review on June 17th in Provo, researchers and religious leaders said emerging human flourishing studies linked regular religious involvement with better mental health and stronger social bonds + they stressed the need to protect religious freedom.

Utah hosted the Winter Games in 2002 and now state leaders plan to host the Winter Olympics and Paralympics in 2034; officials are planning upgrades for a $4 billion event — a sign of the state’s ongoing commitment to its Olympic legacy — as preparations continue.

Sen. Mike Lee and Rep. Celeste Maloy defended a proposal to create a nomination process for selling federally owned lands as part of a tax bill—environmental groups claim online maps exaggerate which lands may be sold.

The proposal exempts protected areas and will require federal secretaries to consult local leaders and start nominations within 30 days of passage.

West Field’s inaugural season in Taylor saw transfers, freshmen, and seniors like Kanyon Pratt boost the team's strength—even after coach Clayne Garrett resigned and interim coach Tyler Barfuss took over—and helped secure playoff wins and college scholarship offers.

American Fork’s Lewis Knecht ended his high school career with 24 goals and 12 assists that helped win a state championship and earn him a second Mr. Soccer honor—making him the first two-time winner—and he will join UVU soccer to start his college career.

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.

Grassroots Shakespeare: The Comedy of Errors

7 p.m. — Lions Park — Free entry — Experience a vibrant and joyous production inspired by Shakespeare's original staging techniques.

Summer 2025 Tech Trek

Jul 15-17 — 1591 Jordan Ave, Provo, UT — $1500 per person — Dive into the latest features and tools for enhancing your PowerSchool experience.

Stories in the Park

9:30-9:50 a.m. — Lakeview Park — Free entry — Enjoy summer storytime under the sun in one of Provo's beautiful parks.

Utah Valley Operafest: The Elixir of Love

7-8 p.m. — Provo City Library at Academy Square — Tickets available — Experience the charm and humor of Donizetti’s beloved comic opera about love and a questionable elixir.

PMP Certification Training in Provo, UT

9 AM - 5 PM — Regus - Downtown Provo — $1599 — Comprehensive training for aspiring project managers to earn PMP certification.