Former death row inmate Douglas Carter appears in 4th District Court in Provo for a bond hearing on Monday, Sept. Carter, who was convicted in the 1985 murder of Eva Olesen, appeared before a Utah County judge on Monday less than a week after prosecutors dropped the death penalty.
Welcome back to a great week at Edgemont! Huge shout out to the PTA and all of the volunteers who helped make it happen. It was a great turn out and your support of PTA and Edgemont is greatly appreciated. This week is attendance week at Edgemont. If we get at least 95% of students here on Wednesday, everyone will earn a pajama day on Friday for our Read-A-Thon. On Thursday, we’ll also be starting an attendance competition between Edgemont, Wasatch, Canyon Crest and Rock Canyon. It will
Centennial Middle School announced several upcoming events and initiatives in a report published September 28. The announcements include details regarding Day of Reading, school safety drills, and attendance celebrations.
The Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square performed songs of hope, faith, and inspiration in a broadcast on September 27, 2026.
Sports BYU Cougars Well-rested BYU will be facing an angry TCU team coming off a loss at UCF BYU has traditionally struggled at TCU’s Amon G. Carter Stadium. MDT See More Deseret News Stories In Search View Comments Share BYU Cougars head coach Kalani Sitake, right, watches his kicker kick a PAT during a game against Utah Tech at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Sept.
A Parent University event for families with children in PreK–3rd Grade will be held at Shoreline Middle School on Thursday, October 15, 2026. The evening will feature interactive workshops, family dinner, and a free book for every child. The event is designed to support reading at home through practical strategies and community connections.
ProvoREADS will host a Family Literacy Night for families with children in PreK through 3rd grade on Oct. 15, 2026. The event at Shoreline Middle School will offer interactive workshops, a complimentary dinner, and free books for children.
Amelia Earhart Elementary announced several upcoming events for the week of September 28 through October 2, including Attendance Week festivities. Families must also complete sign-ups for Student Education Plan conferences by October 1.
BYU Sports Nation's 2026 season coverage included previews of Big 12 matchups and analysis of upcoming volleyball and football contests.
BYU Sports Nation episode 227 featured segment discussions regarding BYU athletics, including Big 12 previews and volleyball analysis.
BYU Sports Nation released episode 227 of the Elite Voice of the Day on September 25, 2026, featuring analysis of BYU athletics.
Berry Tramel provided a preview of upcoming Big 12 games on the BYU Sports Nation program on September 25, 2026.
In a report published September 25, BYU Sports Nation discussed upcoming Big 12 football games and the BYU vs. Baylor volleyball matchup.
The Provo City School District hosts an annual Easter Basket Auction to support afterschool programs. The event features silent and live auctions with proceeds benefiting local students.
The Provo City School District Foundation holds an annual golf tournament to raise funds for student programs. Local businesses and community partners are invited to support the event through sponsorships or donations.
Provo defeated Wasatch 48-0 in football. Orem defeated Timpview 17-14 in football.
Mountain View defeated Provo 1-0 in girls soccer. Timpview defeated Pleasant Grove 2-1 in girls soccer.
Westridge Elementary has announced the 2026-27 STEM Fair for students in kindergarten through sixth grade. The event includes a parent open house and a school fair scheduled for November.
Provo City School District will participate in Utah's statewide Read-a-Thon on October 2. The event aims to provide students with dedicated time and space for reading.
Timpanogos Elementary Relocation: Understanding the Decision Recently, some community members have raised questions about relocating Timpanogos Elementary to the former Dixon Middle School site, particularly as declining enrollment at some schools prompts discussions about possible consolidation. These are reasonable questions. The Board of Education and district leadership team must consider both the responsible use of public funds and the learning environments students need. Our goal is to exp
Provo City School District has recognized seven employees as 2026 Foundation Outstanding Educators. The award honors staff members whose work leaves a lasting impression on students.
Scribbi (Provo, UT) is challenging gamified ed-tech with a screen-free, e-ink tablet for kids. By prioritizing handwriting over typing, founders Keller and Katarina Seamons offer a calm alternative rooted in cognitive research and distraction-free learning.
The Board of Equalization of Utah County scheduled a public meeting for September 23, 2026. The meeting was slated to take place at the Utah County Administration Building in Provo.
News - SEP 23 WED, 2026 | 11AMSeptember 24, 2026 Utah County Career Service Council Public MeetingSeptember 23, 2026 Release: 11:00 AMPUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT THE UTAH COUNTY CAREER SERVICE COUNCIL WILL HOLD A PUBLIC MEETING IN…
“It wasn’t built to house the number of students that it has now," said Price. So the school board approved the move for Timpanogos in an October 2025 vote. “Being there in the school, I never felt like, ‘Oh, these hallways are too crowded or these lunchrooms are too crowded,’" said Shannon Bingham.
In a report published September 24, Principal Tommy Hirschi highlighted student achievements and classroom activities at Shoreline. The report noted a successful lunch-time soccer tournament and various academic engagements across different grade levels.
MDTSee More Deseret News Stories In SearchBYU kicker Fuller Shurtz (19) punts the ball during game against the TCU Horned Frogs at LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo on Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025. Rio Giancarlo, Deseret News By Jackson Payne Jackson has been writing about sports for the Deseret News since 2023.
According to a September 25 report, BYU cornerback Jayven Williams is adjusting well to his role within the Cougars' defensive system. The transfer from Mississippi State has become an integral part of the team's secondary during his senior season.
The Orem Tigers defeated the Timpview Thunderbirds 17-14 on September 25, 2026, in Provo to take sole possession of first place in Region 7. The victory was secured through a third-quarter field goal and a strong defensive performance that included three second-half turnovers.
Facebook Bluesky Threads Twitter LinkedIn Email Chris Samuels / Salt Lake Tribune, pool Douglas Carter is brought into the courtroom for a hearing in 4th District Court in Provo, April 3, 2026. Carter was sentenced to death for a 1985 murder, which was overturned in 2025.
A joint work session for the Orem and Provo City Councils was scheduled for September 28, 2026. The meeting agenda includes discussions regarding dispatch contracts, street safety infrastructure, and the Lakeview Parkway expansion status.
PCSD Study Session and Business Meeting Friday, September 25, 2026 9:00 a.m. Grandview Technology Center 1591 Jordan Ave. Provo, UT 84604 The public is welcome to attend our open meetings at the district office. In the event that a board member or district staff member needs to attend remotely, a Zoom link will be provided to the entire board for that purpose. Watch the Meetings The following YouTube links are available to watch the meetings live or at the viewer’s convenience: Watch the Se
Mark Your Calendars Sept 21-25th – Book fair Sept 24 – 6th grade field trip Sept 25 – PHS Homecoming Parade Oct 2 – PTA meeting – everyone is welcome! Oct 5-9 – Early out every day Oct 7-9 – SEP Conferences Oct 22 – 26 Fall break NO SCHOOL Oct 27 – Picture retake day Book Fair Last Day is Thursday We will be closed on Friday. So, note that THURSDAY is the last day we will be open. Your support of the book fair is a HUGE. The majority chunk
A Parent University event called ProvoREADS Family Literacy Night is scheduled for October 15, 2026, at Shoreline Middle School. The event aims to provide families with PreK–3rd grade students practical strategies to support reading at home.
The Provo City School District DLI & Boundary Study Parent Committee held its second meeting on September 17, 2026. The meeting focused on answering questions raised during the committee’s first meeting, reviewing additional data, identifying the primary issues the committee is working to address, and beginning discussion of potential DLI models for the future. Following Up on Questions from the First Meeting Committee members began by sharing takeaways from recent Board of Education discussions
BYU football holds a 3-0 record and a No. 9 national ranking, according to a September 24 report. The BYU Sports Nation episode also features a Big 12 breakdown and a preview of BYU volleyball's matchup against Baylor.
Provo City issued a scam alert on September 23, 2026, regarding fraudulent phone calls. Callers are falsely claiming to be members of the Provo City Planning Commission to solicit unpaid fee payments.
Provo City School District has launched the "Discover Your Reading Path" theme for its September ProvoREADS initiative, encouraging students to explore diverse genres and visit libraries. The program will lead into the Utah Reads Statewide Read-A-Thon on October 2, 2026, featuring Governor Spencer Cox and First Lady Abby Cox.
Volition, a Utah-based company, is looking to build in the former Fingerhut warehouse. Volition, a Provo-based company, wants to build its center in the million-square-foot warehouse that currently operates as a distribution center.
