20th Annual Utah Native American Summit Held in Orem
The 20th Annual Utah Native American Summit was held at Utah Valley University from July 29th through July 31st, 2026. The event focused on the theme Strengthen Sovereignty through CommUNITY to foster dialogue and collaboration.
Summit CountyAugust 22, 2026
Alpine School District Prepares New Schools and New Device Policies
Alpine School District is working toward opening Silver Peak School and the Timpanogos Transition and Education Center. The district is also implementing new policies regarding cellular device usage at Orem High School.
OremAugust 20, 2026
New schools for students with disabilities open in Orem
Two new schools for students with disabilities have opened at the former Sharon Elementary School in Orem. Alpine School District held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for Silver Peak School and the Timpanogos Transition and Education Center on Aug. 17.
LehiAugust 20, 2026
Orem Youth Council Applications Opened for Local High School Students
Applications for the Orem Youth Council were opened for high school students living in Orem. The program provides opportunities for leadership development and community engagement.
OremAugust 20, 2026
WATCH: Dust devil forms in Orem, near several businesses
OREM, Utah (ABC4) — A large dust devil, caught on video, formed in Orem earlier today. On Wednesday afternoon, a large dust devil formed fairly close to several businesses in the Orem/Vineyard area, near the Vineyard Megaplex. Notably, the businesses have multiple empty lots behind them, with that dust potentially contributing to this formation.
via ABC 4OremAugust 19, 2026
'He was a gem': Family remembers man struck, killed by vehicle in Orem as traumatic brain injury survivor, advocate
OREM, Utah (ABC4) — Wesley Hadfield, a traumatic brain injury survivor who advocated for helmet use, was killed while walking across the street in Orem. His family is speaking on his passion for life and his desire to help others.
via ABC 4OremAugust 14, 2026
