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Thursday, December 5th, 2024

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Good morning, Provo. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • After a premature birth required a mother to cease working, the United Way’s Sub for Santa program aims to provide her family's Christmas needs.  Daily Herald
  • 11-year-old cancer survivor Ruby Thackeray decorates a Christmas tree at the Festival of Trees to help raise funds for Intermountain Primary Children’s Hospital, exemplifying resilience and charity.  Deseret News

CULTURE NEWS

  • Peak Performance Dance Studio in Provo, Utah, has become a prominent center for ballroom dancing, attracting national champions and expanding the local dance scene with professional instruction.  Daily Herald

ECONOMY NEWS

  • The Department of Labor has recovered over $2.3 million in wages for 1507 Utah workers, available for claiming through the WOW online tool.  FOX 13

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • During the Utah County 2025 budget hearing, County Attorney Jeff Gray requested additional funds to hire more attorneys due to the high case loads and insufficient resources in his department.  Daily Herald

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • A Christmas Story: The Musical

    Experience the heartwarming and hilarious journey of Ralphie Parker as he dreams of the ultimate Christmas gift in this delightful musical adaptation of the beloved film.

    Fri, 12/6/24

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  • Utah Santa Run - Provo

    Experience a festive 5K run in Santa suits along a scenic course featuring a stunning Christmas light display and cheerful Milk and Cookie Aid stations.

    Sat, 12/7/24

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  • A Christmas Carol: A One-Man Performance

    A one-man performance of Charles Dickens's classic holiday tale, suitable for ages 8 and up, taking place in the Provo City Library's ballroom.

    Mon, 12/9/24

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  • Gallery Talk on John Held, Jr. with Guest Curator Glen Nelson

    This event offers an exploration of the life and works of John Held, Jr. while highlighting his influence on modern art.

    Wed, 12/11/24

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  • Utah Metropolitan Ballet Presents: The Nutcracker

    The Utah Metropolitan Ballet offers a re-imagined rendition of the classic holiday ballet, The Nutcracker, featuring unique sets and costumes.

    Fri, 12/13/24

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  • Utah Metropolitan Ballet: The Nutcracker in Provo

    Experience the re-imagined holiday classic 'The Nutcracker' featuring Clara's magical journey, choreographed by Jacqueline Colledge with designs by Cassandra Barney.

    Sat, 12/14/24

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  • Utah Metropolitan Ballet Presents The Nutcracker

    This holiday ballet features Clara's magical journey in a reimagined version of a beloved classic, under the direction of Jacqueline Colledge and with costumes by Cassandra Barney.

    Mon, 12/16/24

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  • Handel's 'Messiah' Benefit Concert

    This concert presents a community celebration of the Christmas holiday, featuring a performance of Handel's 'Messiah' suitable for ages 8 and up.

    Wed, 12/18/24

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  • Utah Metropolitan Ballet: The Nutcracker in Provo

    Experience a re-imagined version of the classic holiday ballet featuring Clara's magical journey, presented by the Utah Metropolitan Ballet at the Covey Center for the Arts.

    Thu, 12/19/24

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  • Utah Metropolitan Ballet: The Nutcracker in Provo

    The Nutcracker is a celebrated ballet performance by the Utah Metropolitan Ballet, taking place at the Covey Center for the Arts in Provo.

    Fri, 12/20/24

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