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Sunday, October 5th, 2025
Good morning, Provo. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 5th of October.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ After President Russell M. Nelson died Saturday night, the church entered an apostolic interregnum as the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles led by President Oaks now runs church affairs. A new prophet is expected to be set apart after Nelson’s funeral on Tuesday Oct 7 — a tradition that marks a leadership change. Deseret News
- ➤ General conference this weekend is unique because the Twelve Apostles are leading the sessions after President Nelson died on Sept. 27 — President Dallin H. Oaks now presides, marking the first time since 1951 that the quorum has led. Saturday’s sessions were held at 10 a.m., 2 p.m., and 6 p.m. while today’s sessions begin at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Deseret News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A Buckley Institute study found college students are divided on support for socialism and capitalism, and BYU students and professors offered their views—many citing free speech and mental health concerns. The study revealed differences between liberal and conservative students and highlighted debates over acceptable political actions—prompting calls for more open dialogue. Deseret News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Utah Legislature will meet Monday in a special session called by Gov. Spencer Cox to set new congressional district boundaries and update redistricting rules — lawmakers will also review proposals on judicial reform, water management, and rural health funding amid ongoing legal debates. Daily Herald
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ BYU beat West Virginia 38 to 24 on Oct. 4 at LaVell Edwards Stadium in front of nearly 64,000 fans, but players and coaches said they must play cleaner as tougher opponents come up later this month—head coach Kalani Sitake stressed that wins will only count if turnovers are minimized. Deseret News
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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.
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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Coffee and Craft Crawl: Java Junkies
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM — Java Junkie — Craft and enjoy delicious coffee with fellow creatives.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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FilmQuest Brunch
1:30-3:30 p.m. — The Continental, Provo — $30 and under — Celebrate FilmQuest with a delightful brunch featuring indigenous cuisine in a modern setting.
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