Good morning, Provo.

Savanna Dastrup, an Orem High School graduate, has fulfilled her dream by making the Dallas Cowboys cheerleading squad.

After failing her audition last year, she now prepares for her debut while crediting her Utah upbringing and supportive family for inspiring her journey.

On Thursday evening, a near-total lunar eclipse brightened Salt Lake City as the earth's shadow covered almost all of the moon from 8:33 p.m., peaking at 10:12 p.m. until ending at 11:51 p.m. The next total lunar eclipse in Utah will occur in 2029.

A historic train museum opens today from 2:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. as part of Heritage Days in Lehi.

The Utah Southern Railroad Depot, restored to its 1872 look and marked for its significance, welcomes visitors for only its second opening since 2020.

Gas prices are poised to set a new record in August as the national average climbs above $4 per gallon with the Iran conflict marking its six-month anniversary; Utah drivers now see regular prices averaging $4.39 per gallon, which is significantly higher than last year.

State data shows that Utah schools recorded 537 substantial threats during the 2025-26 school year – up from 143 in 2023-24 – and resource officers remain vigilant to keep students safe as investigations now note more threats linked to out-of-state sources.

On Tuesday, Provo City Council unanimously adopted new outdoor lighting standards to cut light pollution and improve nighttime visibility.

New and replacement fixtures must use downward-directed warm lighting while existing residential lights remain exempt.

Updated COVID vaccines from Pfizer-BioNTech, Moderna and Novavax-Sanofi received FDA approval and will be available soon at local pharmacies.

They are recommended for residents 65 and older and those with underlying conditions, though insurance coverage may vary.

Intermountain Medical Center in Murray now uses GE HealthCare's Signature Sprint Elite MRI machine, only the second in the U.S., which reduces scan times and improves image clarity + patient comfort for heart and cancer diagnoses.

BYU women’s volleyball team is led by coach Rob Neilson, a former Cougar, and prepares for today’s FGCU Invitational game against Florida Gulf Coast with plans to speed up play + blend experienced players with incoming talent to strengthen their Big 12 show.

BYU quarterback Bear Bachmeier and running back LJ Martin return to lead the Cougars in their bid for a Big 12 title — Bachmeier, who had a breakout season, now aims to build on his success while Martin seeks to break school rushing records if he stays healthy.