Good morning, Provo.

Officials evacuated Traverse Mountain Elementary and nearby homes on Tuesday at 11:21 a.m.—after a contractor hit a gas line—then Enbridge Gas secured the leak and confirmed that all buildings were safe, and the evacuation order was lifted in the afternoon with no injuries reported.

The Utah Warriors announced they will not join the 2026 Major League Rugby season and suspended all club operations after rapid changes the past week.

The organization said it will continue supporting local rugby — sharing future plans soon.

The College Football Playoff Selection Committee released the first top 25 rankings Tuesday night with BYU ranked No. 7 and Utah at No. 13—BYU posted an 8—0 record with a 5—0 Big 12 mark while Utah, at 7—2, hopes to climb the rankings as the season goes on.

World Athletics President Sebastian Coe said he wants to add a cross-country running race to the Winter Olympics, which may appear in Utah’s 2034 Games if the IOC approves the change—his comments in New York followed discussions to add such events to the 2030 Winter Games in the French Alps to bring more nations into winter sports.

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.

Forge Your Brand: Build with Authenticity and AI

9 AM – 3 PM — The Startup Building Co-Working — Free entry — Learn to create a standout brand using your unique character and AI tools.

Bain & Company Consulting Overview for BYU Students

7:30-8:30 p.m. — N. Eldon Tanner Building — Free entry — Explore management consulting opportunities with Bain & Company and learn about internship pathways.

The Nutcracker

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Covey Center for the Arts — Ticketed event — Experience the magical journey of Clara as her nutcracker battles the Mouse Queen and takes her to the enchanting Land of Sweets.

The Nutcracker Ballet

4:30-6:00 p.m. — Covey Center for the Arts — Ticket required — Experience a magical journey as Clara's nutcracker battles the Mouse Queen and transforms into a prince.

PMP Certification Training in Provo, UT

9 AM – 5 PM — Regus - Downtown Provo — Early Bird discounts available — Get certified with 32 hours of interactive training and a money-back guarantee.

Elf The Musical

7 p.m. — Draper Historic Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of Christmas with this joyful musical adaptation of the beloved holiday film.

Utah Valley Handbell Choir Concert for Kids

6:00 – 6:30 PM — Provo City Library at Academy Square — Registration required — Enjoy a delightful holiday concert designed for young children's entertainment.