Tuesday, October 8th, 2024
Good morning, Provo. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 8th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Veterans from The Ridge Senior Living experience flying in a WWII-era biplane thanks to Dream Flights, a Nevada-based nonprofit. Deseret News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ American Airlines inaugurates service at Provo Airport, offering connections to worldwide destinations via Dallas-Fort Worth and Phoenix, enhancing travel options for Utah County. ABC4
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Utah ranks as the third least nicotine-addicted state in the U.S., according to a new study that factors in smoking and e-cigarette use. FOX 13
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Nearly 20 Spirit Halloween stores have opened in Utah in various vacant commercial spaces, including former grocery stores, furniture stores, and clothing outlets. ABC4
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Fox Sports' Big Noon Kickoff will broadcast live from BYU on October 12, featuring a pregame show and tailgate party ahead of the homecoming game against Arizona. KUTV
- ➤ BYU and Utah rose in the college football rankings after a week of upheavals, with BYU now leading Utah in both the AP and coaches polls despite both teams being on a bye. Deseret News
- ➤ The Edwards family reminisces about the unique and unifying experience of BYU's 1984 national football championship season, detailing personal anecdotes, game strategies, and the late LaVell Edwards' calm demeanor throughout the historic journey. Deseret News
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John Allred Live at Velour Live Music Gallery
Experience an evening of live music with John Allred at Velour Live Music Gallery in Provo.
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Debra Fotheringham Live Concert
Experience a live performance by Debra Fotheringham at Velour Live Music Gallery in Provo.
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You Sleuth: Augmented Reality Detective Experience
Experience a unique blend of augmented reality and classic detective gameplay as you search for clues in your own neighborhood.
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BYU Devotional Featuring Elder Takashi Wada
Experience an inspiring devotional at Brigham Young University with Elder Takashi Wada sharing insights and reflections.
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Utah Symphony Orchestra Concert: Paint & Sound
Experience an enchanting evening as the Utah Symphony, under guest conductor Kayson Brown, performs masterpieces including Mussorgsky's 'Pictures at an Exhibition' and Saint-Saëns' 'Danse Macabre'.
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Spanish Book Babies Story Time
Experience age-appropriate stories, songs, and puppetry designed for babies and their caregivers in a welcoming library environment.
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Provo Farmers Market
Experience a vibrant local farmers market offering fresh produce and artisanal goods every Saturday through the fall.
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BYU Cougars Women's Soccer Hosts Houston Cougars
Experience an exciting women's soccer match as the BYU Cougars take on the Houston Cougars at South Field.
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BYU Devotional Featuring Elder Jörg Klebingat
Experience inspirational messages and insights at the BYU Devotional led by Elder Jörg Klebingat.
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Spanish Book Babies
Experience age-appropriate stories, songs, fingerplays, and puppets aimed at engaging babies alongside their parent or caregiver.
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