Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 16th of September.
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🎭 Culture
Members of the Utah Valley Woodcarvers Club meet twice a week at Treeline in Provo to learn basic carving cuts—pull, push, and stop—and work on individual projects with support from one another.
The club will host its annual woodcarving show on Sept. 19-20 where over 100 pieces will be displayed and a longtime member will be honored.
Three actors from Happy Days — Anson Williams, Donny Most, and Henry Winkler — will visit Salt Lake City for FanX this month.
They will join a Q&A panel and sign autographs at the Salt Palace Convention Center from Sept. 25 through Sept. 27.
🏛️ Government
Governor Spencer Cox delivered a video message to students on Monday urging them to spend less time online and more time engaging in community service—he said everyone deserves dignity and respectful conversation.
He added that real-life experiences can help counter online anger and build unity after last week’s tragic event at Utah Valley University.
At a symposium in Salt Lake City last Friday, Margaret Busse of the Department of Commerce explained that Utah made big strides in AI regulation to keep technology safe.
The state built on a $100 million investment and passed the first AI bill in 2024—this effort will guide future rules on companion AI and deepfakes.
🏥 Health
A University of Utah Health study found that many refugees in Utah face high food insecurity as they lose food aid when starting low-paying jobs—up to 85% of those interviewed reported not having enough healthy food.
The study calls for clearer communication on food programs to help lower health care costs and improve access to good food.
🏈 Sports
Ben Lomond alum Cayson VanBeekum set a school record in his Oregon Tech debut by shooting 14-under with rounds of 65, 68 & 69 as he pulled ahead of Eddie Tache from Walla Walla and led his team to a second-place finish.
He won the Southern Oregon Golf Championship last week and credits weekends watching golf with his father for sparking his passion.
🎉 Provo Events
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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.
BYU Cougars Women's Soccer vs. Cincinnati Bearcats
7-9 p.m. — BYU South Field — Ticket info available — Cheer on the Cougars as they take on the Bearcats in an exciting women's soccer match.
Tony Danza: Sinatra & Stories
7:30-9 p.m. — Covey Center for the Arts — Ticketed event — Experience Tony Danza's blend of music, charm, and storytelling in a hit live performance.
A JK Sketch Show
5-6:30 p.m. — Covey Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience live laughter with the A JK Sketch Show in Provo.
Spanish Story Time
6:30-7:00 p.m. — Provo City Library at Academy Square — Free entry — Enjoy music, stories, and activities for children and their guardians in Spanish.
Girls Academy Aspire West Regional
October 9-12 — Epic Sports Park — More info — Kicking off the inaugural season of Girls Academy Aspire with exciting regional games in Provo.
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