Elementary Battle of the Books Reading Lists Released for 2026-27
The 2026–27 Battle of the Books reading lists for elementary students have been released. The program focuses on reading comprehension, teamwork, and discovering new authors through competitive book battles.
ProvoSeptember 16, 2026
Centennial Middle School Students Participate in Diverse Learning Activities
According to a September 16 report, students at Centennial Middle School engaged in various academic and service-oriented projects. The report highlights diverse classroom activities ranging from science labs to creative writing exercises.
ProvoSeptember 16, 2026
Provo Transportation and Mobility Advisory Committee to Meet Sept. 17
The Provo Transportation and Mobility Advisory Committee is scheduled to hold a public meeting on Sept. 17, 2026. The meeting will include discussions on east-west mobility and several engineering project updates.
ProvoSeptember 16, 2026
Charlie Kirk’s family says UVU security failures led to his assassination
Published September 16, 2026 at 9:27 AM MDT Set KUER as preferred source Spenser Heaps / AP, pool Sgt. Jennifer Faumuina, of the Utah Department of Public Safety, motions toward a map of the Utah Valley University campus during a preliminary hearing for Tyler Robinson, who is accused in the fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk, at the Fourth District Courthouse in Provo, Utah, July 9, 2026.
via KUERProvoSeptember 16, 2026
Health, Safety and Bike to School Week Sept. 14–18
Wasatch Elementary is excited to celebrate Health, Safety & Bike to School Week! Throughout the week, students will participate in fun activities focused on healthy choices, personal safety, and active transportation. We encourage all students to bike, walk, scooter, or roll safely to school whenever possible and remember to wear helmets and follow safety rules.
Weekly Activities
Monday, September 14
CPR Demonstration
During lunch recess
Students will learn basic CPR awareness and the importa
ProvoSeptember 16, 2026
Meta Announces $3 Billion Expansion of Eagle Mountain Data Center
Meta has announced an expansion of its Eagle Mountain Data Center in Utah involving a total investment exceeding $3 billion. The project is expected to create 300 permanent jobs and involves significant investments in local education, infrastructure, and water restoration efforts.
Eagle MountainSeptember 16, 2026