Sunday, August 10th, 2025
Good morning, Provo. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 10th of August.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ At the FAIR conference in Lehi on Aug 8, a panel of BYU professors and church leaders discussed the lived experience of Latter-day Saint women and how temple service and doctrinal teachings strengthen their roles—emphasizing equal partnership in faith amid modern challenges. Deseret News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ An analysis of Google search data found that people search over 2,000 times a month for what to call Utah residents — this led state lawmakers to adopt 'Utahn' as the official demonym to ease confusion. Deseret News
- ➤ Utah State Sen. President Stuart Adams denied claims that he changed statutory rape laws to help his relative and said the law remains unchanged — it is not retroactive and does not lower the legal age of consent. Some lawmakers urged his resignation, but Adams dismissed the news as politically driven misinformation. KUTV
- ➤ Provo leaders hosted a bilingual open house at the Provo City Library on August 7th to encourage the Latino and Spanish-speaking community to take a more active role in city government. City officials including Mayor Michelle Kaufusi and Councilman George Handley offered a friendly space for residents to share concerns (Tu Voz Importa). Deseret News
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Restorative Yoga Class
4-5 p.m. — Wandering Wizards — Suggested donation of $10 — Unwind and reconnect with yourself through calming poses and soothing affirmations.
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Utah Lakeshore Cleanup
8-9:30 a.m. — Mill Race Boat Ramp — Free entry — Help maintain the pristine shores of Utah Lake with family-friendly cleanup efforts.
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PMP Certification Training Course
9 AM – 5 PM — Regus - Downtown Provo — Early Bird pricing available — Gain project management skills with comprehensive CAPM training and e-learning access.
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BYU Cougars Women's Volleyball vs. Fairleigh Dickinson Knights
12:00 – 1:30 PM — George Albert Smith Fieldhouse — Tickets from $40 — Don't miss this action-packed clash between the BYU Cougars and Fairleigh Dickinson Knights.
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Labor Day Luau
6-7:30 p.m. — Waterfall Amphitheatre — Adult $35, Child $27 — Celebrate the tropics with a Hawaiian-inspired dinner and captivating Pacific Island performances.
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Come Back to Christ Event
6-9:30 p.m. & 9 a.m.-2 p.m. — Utah Valley Convention Center — Free entry — A chance for community reflection and inspiration with upcoming speakers.
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19 Miles Per Hour: Good Morning Rosaline Live
7:30-9 p.m. — Velour Live Music Gallery — Check event page for ticket details — Experience the catchy tunes of 19 Miles Per Hour as they perform their hit “Good Morning Rosaline.”
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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