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Provo
Friday, October 11th, 2024
Good morning, Provo. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Boys & Girls Clubs of Utah County began construction of a new 20,000-square-foot facility in Provo to enhance its programs and services for youths. Daily Herald
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An 18-year-old woman in Springville, Utah, faces negligent homicide charges after a collision that resulted in the death of a 61-year-old man biking home. ABC4
- ➤ An Orem, Utah man faces over 50 felony and misdemeanor charges for a series of thefts, including mail theft and ID fraud, after police investigation linked him to stolen goods and drugs. ABC4
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ In Utah, creative architectural designs are being explored as a solution to make housing more affordable by focusing on efficiency and simplification, amid rising home prices and a demand-supply gap. Deseret News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Brigham Young University appoints Dr. Mark Ott, with distinguished affiliations to Johns Hopkins, Harvard, Stanford, and the University of Utah, as the founding dean of its new medical school, emphasizing a mission aligned with the spiritual values of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Deseret News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Utah Governor Spencer Cox announced 'Operation Gigawatt' to double the state's energy production in 10 years, addressing energy demand, aging infrastructure, and support for AI industries. Daily Herald
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A BYU study finds diesel exhaust pollution significantly contributes to obesity, diabetes, and heart disease by altering fat tissue and increasing inflammation in mice. Deseret News
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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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Grand Opening Celebration at Mountain Mike's Pizza in Spanish Fork
Celebrate the grand opening of Mountain Mike's Pizza in Spanish Fork with free giveaways and festivities.
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