Good morning, Provo.

A wildfire broke out in Hobble Creek Canyon on Thursday — it burned 150 acres and forced evacuations from Hobble Creek to Springville Crossing while crews from Mapleton Fire, State Fire and Utah County Fire Department worked to clear roads.

Utah residents can enjoy fall with festivals, pumpkin patches, haunted houses and concerts running through early November — including local festivities in Provo like a Día de los Muertos celebration at Covey Center for the Arts.

Events from Witchfest to 'The Pumpkin Train' offer fun ways to celebrate the season statewide.

The Utah Board of Higher Education approved a new task force today to review campus security measures at universities—team members include security professionals, law enforcement experts, administrators, and student and faculty representatives who will recommend new policies.

The decision comes after a fatal shooting at Utah Valley University exposed gaps in existing safety protocols and calls for enhanced public safety measures.

The Utah Supreme Court approved a new way for law school grads to become lawyers without taking the bar exam.

Starting next year, the option requires 240 hours of legal practice under a qualified lawyer — including 50 hours of pro bono work — and has drawn national attention for lowering bar prep costs.

Utah County will run its winter homeless warming center from one central location at the red building—2855 S.

State Street—rather than using three venues, with services provided from November 17 until March 3 to cover the cold months and enhanced security measures. The plan also expands support to help people exit homelessness by offering job training, detox, mental health care, and housing placement services.

A construction project to restore the viaduct on University Avenue began Wednesday as UDOT crews started prep work, and traffic impacts will begin in late October when demolition on the bridge’s west side starts; the new design will add two lanes in each direction, bike lanes—wider sidewalks and safer crossings for drivers, pedestrians and cyclists.

Union officials say nearly 34,000 federal workers in Utah risk losing their pay if the government shutdown continues.

Workers at Hill Air Force Base worry about job cuts and financial struggles — they urge political leaders to act soon.

Today, a report by the Utah Women and Leadership Project shows that Utah's fertility rate has dropped 45.5% over 50 years and that women now marry at 25.2 years old while divorce rates have more than tripled since 1970—raising concerns about family affordability and the need for supportive policies. Community leaders will use these findings to review child care and housing challenges that affect family life.

After lawmakers failed to pass a funding measure, the government shut down and cancer advocates warned that up to 350,000 Utahns buying insurance may lose tax credits needed to pay for care.

They said if Congress does not act soon, cancer patients might lose access to essential screenings and treatments—raising serious concerns for future health.

A study by Brach’s found that Utah households purchased the most candy corn in 2024—ranking alongside Iowa and Kansas as top fans.

The report shows that candy remains a favorite seasonal treat among Utahns.

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.

Teen Takeover

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Provo City Library at Academy Square — Free entry — An after-hours event where the library is exclusively open for teens to explore Dungeons & Dragons themed activities.

Swan Lake

5:30-7 p.m. — Covey Center for the Arts — $28-$58 — Experience the enchanting tale of a prince and a swan princess through Tchaikovsky’s memorable music and breathtaking choreography.

The Doo Wop Project

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Covey Center for the Arts — Ticket required — Broadway stars revive the beloved sound of doo-wop with classic harmonies and high energy.

Coffee and Craft Crawl: Java Junkies

10:30 AM – 12:00 PM — Java Junkie — Craft and enjoy delicious coffee with fellow creatives.

Halloween Concert

7-8 p.m. — Provo City Library at Academy Square — Free entry — Celebrate spooky season with Halloween classics performed live for all ages.

Read Local Book Festival

10 AM – 1 PM — Provo City Library at Academy Square — Free entry — Celebrate local authors with activities, giveaways, and signings across various genres.

Runtastic Haunted Half Marathon

Various times — Provo Utah — Entry fee varies — Dress up for Utah's favorite Halloween costume party run with courses for all ages.