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Samba Rio Scheduled to Bring Brazilian Music to Provo

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 announce 2027 matchup date change

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 Urges High Achievers to Balance Service and Stillness

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 ranked No. 14 in AP preseason poll

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.

UDOT Nears Completion of 5600 South Mobility Project

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.

Severe thunderstorm warning issued for northern Utah with wind gusts up to 70 mph

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.

via KJZZOgdenAugust 22, 2026

Covey Presents Handel’s Messiah Sing-Along in Provo

The Utah Valley Symphony and the Orem Chorale are set to present Handel’s Messiah in a sing-along event. The performance is being presented by Covey at the Covey Center for the Arts.

ProvoAugust 22, 2026

GALLERY: More than 100 artist teams take over Provo streets for Chalk the Block

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.

via KUTVProvoAugust 22, 2026

BYU Football Begins 2026 Fall Camp Amid Offensive Shifts

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.

ProvoAugust 22, 2026

BYU Football Hits Halfway Point of Fall Camp

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.

ProvoAugust 22, 2026

BYU Sports Nation Debates 2026 Preseason Expectations and Playoff Potential

BYU Sports Nation discussed preseason expectations for the Cougars, including their ranking and potential for a College Football Playoff appearance.

ProvoAugust 22, 2026

BYU Basketball Adds New Piece to Roster

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.

ProvoAugust 22, 2026

Covey Center Announces New Dance Options and Memorial Event

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.

ProvoAugust 22, 2026

Provo Wrestling Program Details Released for Youth Participants

Provo's wrestling program is designed to introduce children from kindergarten through 8th grade to basic wrestling techniques. The program includes practices, a mid-season practice meet, and entry into the Provo High Schools Holiday Classic Wrestling tournament.

ProvoAugust 22, 2026

Provo Canyon Driver Faces Paralysis After Being Impaled by Metal Bar

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.

ProvoAugust 20, 2026

Provo Municipal Council Schedules Regular Meeting for August 25

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.

ProvoAugust 20, 2026

Provo Municipal Council July 14, 2026 Work Meeting Minutes

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.

SpringvilleAugust 20, 2026

Provo Municipal Council to Discuss Lighting and Amphitheater at Aug. 25 Meeting

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.

ProvoAugust 20, 2026

Provo Council and Redevelopment Agency Set August 11 Meeting

The Provo Municipal Council and Redevelopment Agency Governing Board scheduled a regular meeting for August 11, 2026. The agenda includes various resolutions, ordinances, and a recognition ceremony.

ProvoAugust 20, 2026

Add Kalani Sitake to the list of BYU coaches who are saying the Cougars's receivers will be a strength for the offense in 2026

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.

via Deseret NewsProvoAugust 20, 2026

New (school) year resolutions for the ChurchBeat newsletter

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.

via Deseret NewsProvoAugust 20, 2026

Utah State Hospital needs significant increase in beds, lawmakers told

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.

via kslnewsradio.comProvoAugust 20, 2026

Una barra de metal atravesó el parabrisas y el conductor quedó en estado crítico

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.

via telemundoutah.comProvoAugust 20, 2026

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