Friday, August 30th, 2024
Good morning, Provo. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 30th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Utah County launches an enhanced winter response plan with three facilities serving as warming centers for the homeless from Oct. 15, 2024, to April 30, 2025, aiming to offer a broader range of services. Daily Herald
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The lead attorney for a man charged with a double murder in Utah is denied a trial postponement and a withdrawal from the case despite citing personal and mental health issues, raising concerns about judicial bias. KUTV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Utah Valley University students won first place in the Airport Design Competition with their 'Autonomous Electric Aircraft Tug', claiming to increase safety, reduce fuel use, and cut emissions. FOX 13
- ➤ An Orem mother calls for enhanced safety protocols in the Alpine School District after her kindergartener daughter was lost but later found, highlighting bus driver verification errors. KUTV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Utah's kokanee salmon undergo dramatic changes for reproduction, turning red and dying shortly after, contributing to the ecosystem. ABC4
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Utah Governor Spencer Cox declares a Day of Prayer and September as American Founders and Constitution Month to unite Americans and reflect on the nation's founding principles. Deseret News
- ➤ Utah has joined a Justice Department lawsuit accusing Ticketmaster and Live Nation of maintaining an illegal monopoly over live music events in America, which artificially raises prices and suppresses competition. Deseret News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Labor Day weekend travelers can expect delays and receive safety tips from UDOT and AAA, such as vehicle checks and best travel times. Deseret News
- ➤ Celebrity chef Bobby Flay is set to open the first Utah outlet of his burger chain, Bobby's Burgers, in Orem's University Place in November. ABC4
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Kevin and Lisa Wedding Ceremony at Conrad Ranch
Celebrate the union of Kevin and Lisa in a picturesque setting at Conrad Ranch in Provo, Utah.
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Spanish Storytime for Infants
Experience age-appropriate stories, songs, and puppet plays designed for babies accompanied by a parent or caregiver.
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Emma and Zach Wedding Event at Conrad Ranch
Celebrate a beautiful wedding day at the picturesque Conrad Ranch in Provo, Utah.
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Spanish Story Time
Experience engaging music, stories, and activities for children and their guardians in a vibrant setting.
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Nik & Aubre's Wedding at Conrad Ranch
Celebrate the union of Nik and Aubre in a beautiful setting at the Conrad Ranch in Provo, Utah.
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Walker Thomas Wedding & Events at Conrad Ranch
Experience a beautiful wedding and event setting at Conrad Ranch in Provo, Utah.
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21st Annual Ability 1st Utah Run, Walk & Roll
Celebrate 21 years of supporting individuals with disabilities through a community-inclusive race that features a 5K run and a 1K victory walk for stroke and brain injury survivors.
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Hispanic Heritage Month Flower Hunt
Experience a fun flower scavenger hunt in the Children's Department to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and earn a prize.
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Hispanic Heritage Month Flower Hunt
Discover hidden flowers in the Children's Department of Provo City Library to earn a prize in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month.
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Minky Retreat: Wedding and Events at Conrad Ranch
Experience a serene and picturesque venue for weddings and events amidst the stunning landscapes of Provo, Utah.
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