Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of October.
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🎭 Culture
President Dallin H. Oaks was installed as the 18th prophet and president of the church on October 14 in Salt Lake City.
He overcame early hardships—losing his father at age 7 and facing bullying—to become a respected legal scholar and caring family man.
🏈 Sports
Utah Utes beat Arizona State 42 to 10 in a dominant win while BYU rallied for a double overtime victory over Arizona — pushing both teams higher in the Big 12 power rankings as they prepare for a high-stakes rivalry game on Saturday.
They now have a combined record of 11 to 1 and are ranked with Utah at No. 23 and BYU at No. 15.
🎉 Provo Events
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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.
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