Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 6th of October.
Good morning, Provo.
Entertainment venues across Utah are scheduling many concerts and shows through the end of the year.
Provo theatergoers can catch acts like Todd Rundgren at Capitol Theatre on Nov. 21 and Doja Cat at Maverik Center on Oct. 10.
BYU soccer defender Emma Neff is starting law school while still playing Division I soccer in Provo.
She juggles tough classes and daily practices while pursuing her dreams on the field + in the classroom.
University of Utah researchers identified 70 square miles of active dust hotspots on the Great Salt Lake that may cost $116 million yearly in health expenses.
Utah’s air quality chief said dust is not yet above EPA standards + panelists agreed that refilling the lake is the cheapest long-term fix.
On Monday, Oct. 5, Utah officials and healthcare leaders launched a pilot program partnering with companies including Intermountain Health to use AI for prescription renewals, acne evaluations, and therapy recommendations (third-party evaluators will ensure clinical safety).
Utah health officials confirmed that four deaths in the last four months were linked to illegal synthetic compounds in kratom-related products.
They urge consumers to avoid items with misleading labels after state-banned chemicals continue to be found in retail stores.
BYU beat TCU 17-10 in Fort Worth on Saturday, Oct.
3 when Bear Bachmeier led a late touchdown drive after the offense struggled and star running back LJ Martin left early (Coach Kalani Sitake said the rainy game tested the team).
Fans cheered the final round of the Bank of Utah Championship today as they enjoyed the course’s sun-soaked fairways near unique desert rock.
Spectators from across the region shared excitement while local golfers like Patrick Fishburn competed.
A new study found that many former NFL players had CTE, sparking calls for updated concussion safety measures.
Local high schools already follow strict protocols, but experts say updated baseline testing is needed+ for young athletes.
TCU lost to BYU 17+10 on Saturday, and coach Sonny Dykes said his team must improve its offense as the Horned Frogs prepare to face Baylor on Oct.
17 while his future remains uncertain.
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