Saturday, December 20th, 2025
Good morning, Provo. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 20th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Provo’s Riverwoods shopping center is decked out with 1.5 million lights and offers Santa visits for kids (Monday through Saturday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. until Dec. 23), adding festive cheer to the holiday season. Deseret News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Rep. Celeste Maloy has introduced the Geothermal Energy Opportunity Act to reduce permit processing times to 60 days and expand clean energy projects in Utah. Supporters say faster drilling & updated permitting could boost domestic energy production and set the stage for nationwide improvements. Deseret News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ CNBC released its 2025 ranking on Friday showing BYU’s athletic program increased 40% to $500M while Utah’s dipped to $451M — both schools made the top 75 valued programs amid rising media rights deals in the Big 12. Deseret News
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Johnson Files Christmas Show
4:00–5:30 p.m. — Covey Center for the Arts — $27-$42 — Enjoy a fully improvised holiday comedy show with Shaun Johnson and friends, filled with festive fun and audience suggestions.
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Beginner Tai Chi for Kids
9-10 a.m. — United Way Community Center - South Franklin — Cost info not specified — Learn Chen Style Tai Chi basics, build confidence, and enjoy teamwork.
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Mandarin Language Practice Group
4-5 p.m. — United Way Community Center - South Franklin — Registration required — Join beginner and intermediate groups for immersive Mandarin practice.
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Science Club for Grades 3-8
4-5:30 p.m. — United Way Community Center - South Franklin — Registration required — Explore diverse science fields through hands-on projects and activities.
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Digital Literacy - Computer Class
6-7 p.m. — United Way Community Center - South Franklin — Free entry — Enhance your computer skills and earn a computer through our engaging 10-week course.
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African Dance and Drumming Class
6-7:30 p.m. — United Way Community Center - South Franklin — Registration required — Explore the vibrant cultures of Africa through music and movement in this engaging community class.
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Pedals, Pipes & Pizza Youth Event
10 a.m. — Brigham Young University — RSVP required — A youth-friendly introduction to the pipe organ with music, demonstrations, and pizza.
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