Good morning, Provo.

Warren Fong, a World War II veteran and grandfather, celebrated his 102nd birthday on Wednesday afternoon at Legacy House where family and neighbors gathered to honor his long life—he enjoyed saxophone music by his grandson and heartfelt reflections on his inspiring legacy.

On June 28th around 1:30 p.m., a DNR ranger and bystanders rescued a 45-year-old paddleboarder trapped under the Trestle Bridge on the Provo River by entering the water with a knife—keeping her safe during a 30-minute effort until search and rescue and EMS arrived.

Ruth Dubon, a BYU sous chef from Provo, won the national culinary challenge on July 8 at the Salt Palace Convention Center in Salt Lake City, showcasing a dish she had been perfecting since November (her family and friends cheered her on).

She said the win means a lot as it honors her hard work and roots.

Results from the Gardner Institute report showed Utah's housing market was among the nation's priciest, with Draper recording a median price of $960,000 in 2024, up $121,800 from last year + prices varied widely among cities with over 40,000 residents.

In Provo, the median price was $549,500.

Shannon and her son, JJ Payne, have been cleaning trash from American Fork Canyon once a week for a year after they saw too much litter on their walks.

Their work has drawn help from local volunteers and groups (such as Timpanogos Hiking and Trash Panda Disposal) and they plan to keep the canyon clean.

The Community Vaccine Forum released a study showing that Utah’s childhood vaccination rates are falling and that this drop raises the risk of measles outbreaks, which require between 93 and 94 percent immunity for herd protection — a trend linked to rising hesitancy and misinformation. Health groups including the Utah Department of Health and Human Services are working to counter misinformation and boost vaccination rates among school children.

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.

Artistry In Motion 2025

9 a.m. - 9 p.m. — Provo, 220 W Center St, Provo, UT — Ticket prices vary — Engage in hands-on art classes and insightful Q&A sessions with industry professionals.