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Wednesday, October 16th, 2024
Good morning, Provo. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of October.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Cottonwood Heights woman was charged with the murder of her husband, a Utah National Guardsman, and faces additional felonies including obstruction of justice and drug possession. KUTV
- ➤ A Utah man was sentenced to 12 months in prison for selling over 120,000 counterfeit COVID-19 vaccination cards, earning more than $400,000. Standard-Examiner
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Utah's public colleges and universities experienced a 4.32% enrollment increase in 2024, countering national trends questioning the value of a college degree. Deseret News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Advocates urge for stronger action against PFAS chemicals, prevalent in many products and linked to significant health risks, emphasizing the need for stricter regulations beyond current EPA drinking water standards. Deseret News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A legislative audit identified inaccuracies in the signature verification process for Utah Gov. Spencer Cox and other candidates, recommending improvements to ensure the integrity of election qualifications. Deseret News
- ➤ Utah voters receive ballots with a reminder to have them postmarked by November 4 for the general election. Deseret News
- ➤ The Utah Department of Transportation has implemented over 1,000 touchless, radar-enabled crosswalk buttons across nearly 250 intersections to enhance pedestrian safety and accessibility. FOX 13
- ➤ The Utah County Republican Party is organizing a special election on Nov. 2 to choose a new representative for Senate District 21 after Sen. Mike Kennedy's resignation, with 'Meet the Candidates' events for delegates to get acquainted with the six contenders. Daily Herald
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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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BYU Forum Featuring Dallas Jenkins
Experience a thought-provoking event at Brigham Young University featuring insights from Dallas Jenkins, known for his work in film and storytelling.
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The Beauty University Gala
Experience an enchanting evening of celebration featuring industry leaders and beauty professionals, highlighted by an award ceremony honoring excellence in the beauty field.
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BYU Cougars Women's Volleyball vs. Arizona Wildcats
Experience an exciting women's volleyball matchup between the BYU Cougars and Arizona Wildcats at the Smith Fieldhouse.
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