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Wednesday, October 22nd, 2025
Good morning, Provo. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 22nd of October.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students at UVU gathered Tuesday in the campus courtyard to protest a planned memorial for Charlie Kirk, arguing that a physical monument may become divisive and a target for vandalism—further, a separate petition in support collected over 21,000 signatures while the opposing group gathered more than 15,000. The university’s memorial committee has invited community input online as the debate continues. FOX 13
- ➤ Utah lawmakers and higher education leaders provided mixed opinions on HB265 — a measure that redirected funds from administrative costs to classroom instruction and changed staffing and course offerings at public colleges. Proponents claim the bill has improved efficiency and lowered student debt, while critics say cuts to humanities and rural programs have harmed education quality. Deseret News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A court filing from the Department of the Interior shows nearly 100 BLM employees in Utah will be laid off, which may delay visitor services and emergency response at public lands like the Red Cliffs Conservation Area (a place known for its hiking trails, dinosaur tracks, and native wildlife). The move comes as officials review the agency’s workforce for redundancies and efficiency. KUTV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ BYU Athletics partnered with entrepreneur Jon Cheney’s company, GenAIPI, to train student athletes on using AI as part of the Built4Life program (an initiative for career skills). Cheney said his startup, valued at $10 million (after rapid growth since it began at his home earlier this year), will help guide athletes for future success. KUTV
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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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.
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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.
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Start Drawing!
6-7 p.m. — Provo City Library at Academy Square — Registration required — Learn the basic steps to embark on your artistic journey for all ages.
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Spanish Story Time for Babies
9:30-9:50 a.m. — Provo City Library at Academy Square — Free — Enjoy age-appropriate stories, songs, and finger games for babies and parents in Spanish.
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