Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 10th of October.
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🏘️ Community
Amid the government shutdown, the Utah chapter of Blue Star Families is helping military families by linking them with local charities to address food insecurity and urgent needs.
Many families at Hill Air Force Base have limited savings and may miss paychecks — local community organizations are stepping in to offer support.
🎓 Education
On Oct. 8, 2025, students in the Fire Science Program at Jordan Academy for Technology and Careers practiced firefighting skills at the Magna Unified Fire Training Tower in Magna—learning to navigate tight spaces, set up ladders, and manage hoses under instructor guidance.
Their hands-on training helped prepare future firefighters for real-life emergencies.
🎉 Provo Events
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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.
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.
PMP Certification & Training Bootcamp
9 AM – 5 PM — Regus - Downtown Provo — Early Bird rates available — Engage in 32 hours of interactive project management training with industry experts.
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