Good morning, Provo.

Utah officials report a rise in fires, drownings, and off-road vehicle crashes on public lands this summer and warn residents to wear safety equipment—such as life jackets—and follow fire restrictions as Labor Day weekend draws near.

Former BYU baseball pitcher Candon Dean Dahle, 22, was sentenced in Fremont County for felony injury to a child charges after pleading guilty to sexually assaulting a minor between ages 7 and 12—he received a suspended prison term of 5 to 10 years, 8 years probation, a 180-day local jail sentence, and 200 hours of community service.

Provo City is taking steps to prevent mudslides from the Buckley Draw Fire burn scar on Buckley Mountain by placing cement barriers along Nevada Avenue – near the church to block potential debris flow in the vulnerable development area.

Developers will extend the existing debris channel with extra check dams, and the project is expected to be completed by next year to reduce risks from heavy rain.

On Monday, Judge Dianna Gibson ruled that the old congressional map cannot be used and gave Utah leaders 30 days to produce a new map for the 2026 elections.

At a Friday hearing, attorneys debated deadlines and requested a stay to use the 2021 map pending appeals — lawmakers now plan special sessions to meet the new requirements.

Weber High beat Roy 27-19 on Aug-29 in Pleasant View by making key first-half plays and a crucial touchdown pass that ended Roy's two-year run as Shield owners.

Weber's defense recorded seven sacks and blocked a field goal to secure the win.

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.

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.

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.”

BYU Cougars Women's Soccer vs. Utah Valley Wolverines

7-9 p.m. — BYU South Field — Ticket prices vary — Catch the exciting match as local teams battle it out on the soccer field.

Survival Skills Workshop

10-11 a.m. — Provo City Library at Academy Square — Free entry — Learn essential skills to survive the apocalypse and test your preparedness.

Breathwork for Everyone

1-3 a.m. — Sozo Provo Breathwork Studio — $25 fee — Experience transformative breathwork to reconnect and rejuvenate in a peaceful environment.

Downtown Provo Classic Car Show 2025

5-8 p.m. — Downtown Provo — Early Registration $20 — Celebrate classic cars with food, music, and awards at this vibrant community event.

PMP Certification Classroom Training

9 AM – 5 PM — Regus - Downtown Provo — Contact for pricing — Enhance your project management skills with intensive CAPM certification training featuring real-world examples and interactive sessions.

Pink Party 2025

4-8 p.m. — The Shops At Riverwoods — Family-friendly fun — Celebrate back-to-school season in style at the annual Pink Party, where pink attire is the theme!

Spanish Book Babies

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 bilingual setting.