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Provo
Thursday, September 18th, 2025
Good morning, Provo. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 18th of September.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Students at UVU returned to campus one week after the Charlie Kirk shooting as classes resumed and care stations were set up—as police and staff monitored safety—while a Vigil for Unity will be held Friday at UCCU Center and a fundraiser for a memorial statue is planned. Deseret News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Church of Jesus Christ will update the Provo MTC by rebuilding its cafeteria and administration buildings—plans include designing two new buildings to improve the missionary experience. The training center will remain fully operational as work continues over several years. Deseret News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A WalletHub study ranked Utah second best for teachers with high starting salaries and a 50% pay increase over the last decade—though it reported that low spending per student and large class sizes remain challenges. Deseret News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A new report from the Utah Division of Waste Management and Radiation Control outlines four ways to boost glass recycling in the state, noting that while recycling is strong near the Wasatch Front, many rural counties lack services—lawmakers are expected to review options such as including recycled glass in state building projects and using inland ports to transport glass waste. The study, which complies with HB177, will continue through early 2026 as officials address costs and logistics for expanded recycling. Deseret News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Provo residents are upset with the Utah Transit Authority and Utah Department of Transportation for not communicating clearly that condos near the FrontRunner track will be demolished — 16 homes will be removed while nearby residents face more noise and lower home values. A neighborhood meeting is scheduled today to explain the relocation process as the double track project moves ahead. Deseret News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A new report from the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute showed that in rural Utah, mothers paid more and had to travel farther for maternal care — hospital closures and low specialist access increased costs. The study found rising mental health challenges and extra travel burdens that complicated care in sparsely populated counties. KUTV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ BYU football remains undaunted by national polls as the 2-0 Cougars have received votes even though they are not in the AP top 25. They will play East Carolina on Saturday at 5:30 p.m. MDT and head coach Kalani Sitake said the team will keep working hard instead of worrying about rankings. Deseret News
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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.
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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.
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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!
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Grand Opening of Epic Flight Academy
4-7 p.m. — Provo Airport — Free entry — Celebrate the launch of a new flight school with free flights and refreshments.
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