Good morning, Provo.

Jenedy Paige, an artist and American Ninja Warrior competitor from Pleasant Grove, turned her grief from losing her son 14 years ago into strength and inspiring paintings—her sold-out Strong Women Experience at the Hale Centre Theatre in Sandy showcased this journey.

She will soon return for her sixth Ninja Warrior run, continuing to blend art with athletic challenge.

BYU professor John Hilton III uses his Teaching With ‘The Chosen’ video series to help students connect with the New Testament by pairing clips from the drama with scripture passages—his free educational resources have reached millions and sparked discussion among educators.

Forecasters say the remnants of Hurricane Priscilla will drive tropical moisture into Utah starting Thursday, bringing isolated showers in central areas and heavy rain—especially from Vernal to St. George—by Friday and Saturday before clearing by Sunday night.

City Engineer Gordon Haight said the Buckley Draw Fire debris flow report is delayed as city officials review extra rain data to ensure the study is thorough and accurate—confirming that debris originated from the burned scar; the report is expected in a few weeks while the developer will build an extended channel to protect the neighborhood and hold 10 acre feet of debris.

During a special session held Monday, the Utah Legislature passed SB1011 — a law codifying three pass/fail tests for partisan symmetry in congressional maps under Proposition 4 — by votes of 22-7 in the Senate and 55-18 in the House.

World Athletics President Sebastian Coe said there is a good chance cross-country running and cyclocross will be added to the 2030 Winter Olympics in the French Alps—plans that could affect Utah’s 2034 Winter Games.

Utah leaders offered mixed views as Fraser Bullock said it is too early to comment while Senate Majority Assistant Whip McKell urged adding cross-country events beyond the Wasatch Front—further fueling debate.

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.

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.

A Tribute to Simon & Garfunkel by Code Blue Revival

7:30-9 p.m. — Covey Center for the Arts — Free entry — Experience the timeless classic folk rock hits of Simon and Garfunkel performed by Code Blue Revival.