Good morning, Provo.

BYU made a new ice cream called 150 Swirl—created using ideas from students and staff—for its 150th birthday celebration.

The flavor, which mixes white chocolate brownie with blue mint, is produced at the BYU Creamery and will be sold until next year.

Research shows that drought is straining Utah agriculture with farms facing an expected annual loss of $791,000 and $46 per farm among 17,300 farms valued at $2.4 billion—efforts include state programs and new water-saving technology to help farmers and ranchers adjust as water levels in the Great Salt Lake drop. Local producers are urged to adapt their water use as the ongoing drought challenges the regional food supply.

Utah GOP lawmakers proposed a plan to cut gas prices by removing the longstanding tax break for refineries—shifting the tax from drivers to fuel producers.

Representative Cal Roberts is drafting the bill, which would tax fuel destined for other states to help lower pump prices by 10 to 20 cents per gallon.

As the government shutdown drags on, local groups in Provo report that key support for residents is dwindling—Provo’s HEAT utility assistance program has been suspended after serving about 470 requests with last year's $185,000 in funding.

Community partners say that with donations nearly depleted, neighbors must step in to help until services resume.

Leaders from state institutions met downtown Salt Lake City last fall to discuss ways to reduce fan hostility as BYU and Utah prepared for a Big 12 game.

The Washington Post reported that the universities and a church-linked business unveiled a 'Rival Right' campaign—calling for sportsmanship and unity on and off the field.

Anticipation is high on the BYU campus as the ranked Holy War game against Utah is set for today at LaVell Edwards Stadium.

Police increased patrols after an arrest for alleged threats — thousands of fans are expected and security remains a top priority.

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.

Halloween Double Header - MacBeth and King Lear

8-11:30 p.m. — The Castle Amphitheater — Ticketed event — Experience Shakespeare’s chilling tales of ambition and madness this Halloween night.

Vocal Sport Competition

6:00 – 7:30 p.m. — Covey Center for the Arts — Tickets required — Experience Utah's premier vocal competition with high-energy performances and guest artists.