The Mountainland Association of Governments (MAG) maintains a comprehensive portfolio of transportation studies designed to address the needs of a rapidly growing region. These studies support regional planning, funding decisions, and infrastructure improvements across Utah, Wasatch, and Summit Counties.
Wasatch Elementary School announced upcoming dates for the start of the school year and Back to School Night. The school also provided details regarding morning arrival procedures and specific events for kindergarten families.
The Provo Library has announced several upcoming community programs, including STEAM activities for children and a book club for girls. Registration for September events is scheduled to open on September 1, 2026.
Parents of Provo Peaks We’d love to have you in the Provo Peaks Elementary PTA! The PTA is a service group that supports teachers and students. It is also a great chance to get to know other parents. Here is the link to join. There is an $8 fee that is used to support the programs that help our students! Kindergarten has a big week! Tuesday, August 25th from 5:00–6:00 PM is Back to School Night. Wednesday, August 26th is the first day of school. School hours are 8:30 AM–3:20 PM Monday–Th
Tad Calcara & The New Deal Swing Band will perform a free concert celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States. The performance is intended to take listeners on a journey through memorable moments in American history.
The Provo City School District has launched ProvoREADS, a district-wide literacy initiative. The campaign, themed Read Across the World, aims to encourage students and the community to read every day.
An agenda for an upcoming board meeting was posted to the Provo City School District website. The meeting includes a study session and a business meeting featuring various district topics.
There is a lot of school left after the school day ends. Last spring, Timpview High School education support professional Isaac Clark was recognized with the Provo Way Award for the work that happens after classrooms empty, events begin, and the nightly custodial crew takes over. Timpview Head Custodian Jessy Nielsen nominated Isaac after watching him reshape the way that crew works together. The scale alone is considerable. Isaac helps lead a crew responsible for more than 112 classrooms and 4
Dr. Edwards released a videocast containing several upcoming announcements for Centennial Middle School, including testing, safety drills, and school events.
Samba Rio was scheduled to perform at the Covey Center for the Arts on Monday, August 3. The free concert, part of the Excellence in the Community series, features a group of accomplished Utah jazz musicians performing Brazilian music.
BYU and Oregon State announced a change to their 2027 football matchup at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo. The game was moved to Aug. 28 to accommodate a new standardized 14-week regular-season calendar format.
Elder Patrick Kearon urged high achievers to find peace by balancing service with stillness during a BYU Education Week devotional on Aug. 18, 2026. He warned against tying self-worth to productivity and encouraged a focus on Christ over personal achievement.
BYU football is tied with USC as the No. 14 team in the nation according to the AP preseason poll. This marks the second-highest preseason ranking in program history.
The Utah Department of Transportation is nearing the completion of the 5600 South mobility project in Weber County, which includes pedestrian safety upgrades and new HAWK signals. A community milestone open house is scheduled to coincide with Roy Elementary School's Back-to-School Night to celebrate the project's conclusion.
The National Weather Service issued a severe thunderstorm warning Saturday evening for parts of Weber, Cache and Box Elder counties, with wind gusts reaching up to 70 mph. , the severe thunderstorm was located over Ogden and was moving northeast at 20 mph, according to the National Weather Service.
Chalk artists filled the streets of The Shops at Riverwoods in Provo this week as Chalk the Block returned for its 15th year. The three-day event runs Aug. at The Shops at Riverwoods, 4801 N. University Ave. Chalk the Block For Charity Utah is free and open to the public.
BYU football officially began its 2026 fall camp on August 4, 2026, as the program prepares for its season opener against Utah Tech. The offense is expected to feature a heavy reliance on tight ends and a rising freshman talent in the receiving corps.
BYU Football has reached the midpoint of fall camp, according to a BYU Sports Nation report published August 19. The coverage includes updates on various players and defensive performance.
BYU Sports Nation discussed preseason expectations for the Cougars, including their ranking and potential for a College Football Playoff appearance.
A report from BYU Sports Nation on August 21 discussed a new addition to the BYU basketball program and its impact on the team under Kevin Young. The segment also covered ESPN's ranking of BYU football at No. 6.
The Covey Center for the Arts has announced new dance class options and upcoming performances. The center also highlighted the legacy of Brynn Carnesecca during the Miss Provo & Miss Liberty Belle pageant preparations.
The bear had been running near the highway before heading into some trees behind a hotel, according to Christensen. The bear ran east around some apartment complexes, where wildlife officials safely darted it with a tranquilizer, and it eventually fell asleep in the back of Young Powersports, at 1903 S.
The Provo City School District has introduced ProvoREADS, a district-wide literacy commitment featuring a theme called Read Across the World. The initiative aims to encourage every child in Provo to read every day to build knowledge and explore new perspectives.
The Provo Library recently hosted a Color Personality Path event in its Children's Department, allowing visitors to discover their representative colors. This program follows a series of summer activities, including a planned bug hunt and various literacy-based programs for children.
The Provo Library recently concluded its Color Personality Path event for children. The library is also preparing for an upcoming Bug Hunt scheduled for late August.
A Provo Canyon driver faces potential lifelong paralysis after a metal construction bar crashed through his windshield and impaled him during a drive on August 10, 2026. Community members have launched a fundraiser to assist with medical and living expenses as the victim recovers from emergency surgery.
The Provo Municipal Council has scheduled a regular meeting for August 25, 2026. The meeting will include a ceremony and discussions regarding outdoor lighting standards.
Provo City Municipal Council Work Meeting – July 14, 2026 Page 1 of 8 Please note: These minutes have been prepared with a timestamp linking the agenda items to the video discussion.
The Provo Municipal Council scheduled a work meeting for Aug. 25, 2026, to discuss outdoor lighting standards and the Vesper Amphitheater project. The meeting will be held at the Provo Peaks Conference Room and broadcast online.
BYU head coach Kalani Sitake fields reporters' questions during opening day of fall camp Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2026, in Provo. Well, I think (the difference) starts with the quarterback. He knows the offense a lot more now than he did last year, Sitake said.
Young Men general presidency first counselor Brother Ahmad Corbitt, President Steven J. Lund, and second counselor Brother Bradley (Brad) R. Wilcox have a laugh at BYU’s Education Week in Provo on Monday, Aug. 15, 2022. 0x+This article is an excerpt from the weekly Church Beat newsletter.
SALT LAKE CITY The Utah State Hospital needs dozens of new beds over the next few years to meet growing demand, administrators told lawmakers during a hearing at the Capitol. The hospital in Provo, which first opened in 1885 and serves those with severe mental illnesses, currently has 378 beds, mostly for adults.
Utah Conductor en estado crítico tras ser impactado por una barra de metal en Provo Canyon Equipos de emergencia respondieron al lugar y trasladaron a la víctima a un hospital. Por Nathalie Avilán • Publicado el 13 de agosto del 2026 • Actualizado a las 2:47 pm del 13 de agosto del 2026 0:00Play0:00 / 0:39MuteToggle Fullscreen NBC Universal, Inc.
The Provo City Police Department uses Flock Safety Automated License Plate Reader technology to capture evidence and assist in criminal investigations. The department provides public access to its usage statistics and policies through a transparency portal.
Utah Highway Patrol is seeking leads following an incident in Provo Canyon on August 13 where a metal pole fell from a pickup truck and struck a driver.
Utah Conductor rescatado tras caer por un barranco en Provo Canyon De acuerdo con los primeros reportes, el vehículo salió de la carretera y descendió por un terraplén antes de quedar volcado. Por Nathalie Avilán • Publicado el 03 de agosto del 2026 • Actualizado a las 11:47 pm del 03 de agosto del 2026 0:00Play0:00 / 0:23MuteToggle Fullscreen NBC Universal, Inc.
Provo City School District has released information regarding back-to-school nights and first-day schedules for various elementary, middle, and high schools. The details include specific times for events and daily bell schedules for the upcoming school year.
The Provo City School District has introduced ProvoREADS, a district-wide literacy commitment themed Read Across the World. The initiative aims to encourage students, families, and the community to make reading a daily habit.
Provo City School District is emphasizing the critical importance of student attendance during the first week of the new school year. The district noted that early engagement helps establish academic habits and social connections that impact long-term success.
Social media personality and apologist Chandler David Hendry died in a car crash in Lehi, Utah. Hendry was the founder of Restored Truth and was traveling to an apologetics conference at the time of the accident.
