Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of June.
Good morning, Provo.
Provo celebrated the grand opening of Delta Gateway Park on Wednesday at 311 N.
Lakeshore Drive, a 3.4-acre park that acts as a trailhead to a restored Provo River Delta and is part of a $53 million project (spanning four years) to improve local habitats. American Fork will host the grand reopening of its boat harbor at 100 W. Main Street on Monday, June 30 at 10 a.m., following a $3.9 million upgrade (adding new parking, restrooms and a playground) to enhance access to Utah Lake.
A wildfire, dubbed Cedar Hills Fire 2025 — reportedly sparked by fireworks — started Wednesday evening near Cedar Hills when brush on Mahogany Mountain’s foothills ignited and burned 14 acres near 150 homes, prompting door-to-door evacuations as firefighters worked through the night to contain the blaze.
Health officials confirmed two additional measles cases in Utah, bringing the total to five including two pregnant women; both new cases involved unvaccinated individuals who had contact with previous patients.
Officials are tracking exposures and advising women planning pregnancy to get vaccinated — a measure to reduce serious complications.
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.
Spanish Storytime for Little Ones
9:30-9:50 a.m. — Provo City Library at Academy Square — Free entry — Enjoy music, stories, and activities for children and their caregivers in a vibrant Spanish setting.
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