Good morning, Provo.

Utah County cities held a National Day of Service event yesterday to mark 25 years since 9/11.

More than 20 projects, including a concert at Neptune Park and a parade in Eagle Mountain, allowed residents to remember while a display at University Place runs until Monday.

Utahns marked the 25th anniversary of 9/11 with climbs and flyovers at local high school football stadiums, where Bountiful Mayor Kate Bradshaw and Gov Spencer Cox urged unity and honored fallen responders and firefighters — Army veteran Marc Halliday shared personal reflections on loss and sacrifice.

Mortgage rates have risen above 7% this week, potentially adding extra costs to new home loans & experts warn that high rates and rising prices may keep many local buyers from switching loans.

Heidi Hatch hosted a panel discussion on the 25th anniversary of Sept.

11 and on memorial plans for Charlie Kirk at UVU with guests Maura Carabello and John Dougall, as they weighed ideas for a permanent marker. Gov. Spencer Cox promoted his civil dialogue campaign during his ongoing national tour.

Organizers hosted the first-ever First Down Provo block party on Friday in downtown Provo with live music, food, and dirty soda to celebrate the upcoming BYU football game.

The test event may become a weekly gameday weekend tradition that draws thousands while supporting local businesses.