Good morning, Provo.

A survey by Zions Bank and the University of Utah showed that consumer sentiment dropped 3.45% in September as gas prices and housing costs rose—while the national decline was 3.6%.

Meteorologist Luke Stone and National Weather Service forecasters say strong El Niño conditions bring hope for more precipitation but Utah’s snow history shows mixed results, as northern areas remain uncertain while southern parts may see wetter weather & an outlook indicates a 50-50 chance for above or below normal snowfall.

American Fork man Jerry Hatfield underwent an experimental CAR-T immunotherapy trial at Huntsman Cancer Institute that normalized his protein levels and extended his expected lifespan.

He now spends time in his garden while doctors monitor his condition for lasting improvement.

Robert and Bliss Sawyer, a Utah couple in their 60s, completed a 3,635-mile bike ride in 87 days from Bellingham to Ocean City — facing steep climbs, heat, and using hotels, camps, and home stays while raising $23,000 for good causes and celebrating their 40th anniversary with heartfelt joy.

Ticket resellers on SeatGeek list BYU-Notre Dame game seats at LaVell Edwards Stadium at prices starting above $400, with some offers reaching over $26,000.

BYU takes on Iowa State this Friday at 8:15 p.m. before facing Notre Dame on Saturday, Oct. 17 at 5:30 p.m.

Utah ski resorts are preparing for winter by upgrading lifts, snowmaking technology and terrain ahead of heavy snowfall—Brian Head will open Nov.

6 while other resorts plan dates from Nov. 20 to Dec. 11. Some openings remain to be confirmed.