Good morning, Provo.

Utah had 361 job scam reports per million residents in 2024, placing the state among the top five as FTC data showed a 300% rise from last year.

Officials urge caution with offers that promise high earnings for little work and demand upfront payments—common signs of a scam.

Utah filmmaker Jared Hess announced he will direct a sequel to A Minecraft Movie scheduled for release July 23 and noted on Instagram that the original film, which became the No. 2 highest-grossing movie this year, thanks fans for their support—promising a film that expands the Minecraft world with new characters and settings.

BYU board of trustees approved plans to tear down the 63-year-old ASB at the end of this year—its seismic, mechanical and electrical issues have made the building unsafe—and build a new administration building slated for fall completion in 2028.

Staff and departments have already begun moving to BYU East this summer.

Utah’s head coach Kyle Whittingham said he will focus on his team—leaving little commentary on BYU—as he noted both teams share similar stats ahead of Saturday’s game in Provo.

The rivalry game will affect Big 12 title hopes and marks another chapter in the long history between the teams.

BYU overcame a 10-point deficit in the fourth quarter to win 33-27 in double overtime against Arizona in Tucson on Saturday — the Cougars rallied with strong plays from freshman quarterback Bear Bachmeier and receiver Parker Kingston.

BYU is one of four schools to land spots in both the AP Top 25 football rankings and the Division I men’s basketball preseason poll.

A double-overtime win over Arizona moved the football team to a 6—0 record and No.15, while the Cougars hold a No.8 ranking in basketball and will host an exhibition on Oct 24 before the season opener on Nov 3.

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.

Eternamente - A Día de Los Muertos Spectacular

7:30-9 p.m. — Covey Center for the Arts — Ticket required — Celebrate life and tradition with a stunning fusion of mariachi, folklórico, and vibrant storytelling in honor of Día de los Muertos.