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Hello Provo! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning. In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: A rare historic home tour, a major school boundary shift, and splash quest + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.
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01 — Worth knowing In the newsThree local stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
A rare historic home tour: Preservation Utah will host a tour of Provo’s 1892 Reed Smoot House on Saturday, Aug. 15 at 3:30, led by Reed Smoot, exploring Richard Kletting’s design, furnishings, and the garden -- explore the full tour details.
Amphitheater plan faces hurdles: Developers pitching a 20,000-seat Vesper Amphitheater near Provo Canyon need a rezone and a 75-acre land purchase from the city. The Planning Commission already issued a negative recommendation -- read the full story.
Major school boundary shift: Utah’s largest district, Alpine, will split into three in about a year, reshaping boundaries and reassigning students across northern Utah County, with details on where each neighborhood’s students will land -- find your new district.
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03 — On our radar
Local business spotlightNearby spots we'd actually send a friend to.
Naan you can’t quit: When dinner needs to taste like a reward, Bombay House delivers rich curries, fluffy garlic naan, and tandoori favorites that make leftovers a thing to look forward to. Perfect for a cozy Provo night when you want warmth, spice, and zero dishes.
Sleep tune-up time: If your back still remembers that old dorm mattress, Self Serve Mattress lets you try comfy foam options, adjustable bases, and legit pillows in a no-pressure, locally owned Provo shop. They stock brands like Nectar and Bedgear, plus they support community fundraisers, so your upgrade actually feels good.
Serious waffle energy: Crispy, caramelized Liège waffles, sweet or savory, are the whole point at Waffle Love - Provo. From strawberries and cream to legit chicken and waffles and other fork-happy creations, it’s the kind of comfort that elevates a meh morning, perks up lunch, or turns a weeknight into a tiny victory.
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04 — Our recommendations
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Once your car passes 50,000 miles, the odds of a big repair climb fast. That's usually right when your factory coverage starts running out. Engine, transmission, electrical, they fail on their own timeline, and the bills run into the thousands. An extended warranty covers them before they hit. You receive a free year of Elite Benefits, plus 30 days to change your mind. *$300 off right now →
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The fitness trend that doesn't require leaving your living room: Chair yoga is having a moment, and for good reason. It's low-impact, easy on the knees and back, and you do the whole thing seated. No floor, no equipment, no studio. A quick quiz turns it into a personalized plan built around your body and goals, then adjusts as you build the habit. *See your plan → |
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05 — The event calendar Fun for the famOur favorite upcoming kid and family-friendly events. All events are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🍕 Slice-A-Pizza @ Spanish Fork City Park | Thursday (7/23) at 4:00 PM – Slice-A-Pizza is popping up at Fiesta Days' Vendors in the Park at Spanish Fork City Park, slinging hot, foldable slices and zero fuss. Bring your lawn-chair wisdom, skip the backyard grill, and call it dinner with a view, because kettle corn needs a saucy friend.
📚 Springville Library Super Readers @ Springville Public Library | Friday (7/24) at 9:00 AM – Take a break from corralling screen time and let the library keep score. Log those reading minutes each week this summer, watch the minutes jar fill up, and you might snag a Springville Super Reader yard sign, which beats another lawn gnome, honestly.
🎆 Pioneer Day Celebration Fireworks & Market @ The Orchard at University Place (Orem) | Friday (7/24) at 5:00 PM – If you’ve been waiting for a sign to enjoy Pioneer Day, this is it. The Orchard goes hometown festival with fireworks, a kids dance party, DJ Keith Allen, Bluegrass Thunder, and Made For Midnight, plus a market of 40-plus local vendors from Sunset Farmers Markets.
🎆 Spanish Fork Fiesta Days Fireworks Spectacular Concert @ Spanish Fork Sports Park | Friday (7/24) at 8:00 PM – Pioneer Day is popping at the Sports Park with The Revels playing live, food trucks humming, vendors lined up, and the Fiesta Days fireworks that make your dog question life choices. Stake out Field 8 with chairs, blankets, and your best neighborly small talk.
🌺 Aloha Fest 2026 @ City Center Park (Orem) | Saturday (7/25) at 12:00 PM – Ready to trade screens for flavor? Aloha Fest offers a free keiki laulau demo where kids make one, tag it with their name, it steams in a 55 gallon drum, then they pick it up later to share during evening entertainment. Island vibes, bragging rights.
🍲 Pagan Potluck Meet & Greet @ The Mystic Frog (Orem) | Saturday (7/25) at 4:00 PM – Think church potluck, but with better candles and fewer side-eyes. This meet and greet is for witches, pagans, Wiccans, and the simply curious, all family-friendly and fuss-free, so bring a friend, a support person, or just your famously deviled eggs.
🌊 Parent's Night Out: Splash Quest @ AMYS Martial Arts (Orem) | Saturday (7/25) at 6:00 PM – Drop the kids at Splash Quest for splashy fun, from sponge relays to a pirate ship obstacle course and the bucket brigade, plus pizza. You get a real night out, dry clothes, and the smug glow of superior parenting. Open to the whole community.
Want more? Browse our full events calendar | Submit an event |
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07 — Provo report Weather forecastToday — High: 95°F — Low: 70°F — Precip: 62%
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms between noon and 3pm, then showers and thunderstorms likely. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 95. South southwest wind around 3 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 9pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 70. South wind around 2 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
Tomorrow — High: 96°F — Low: 72°F — Precip: 18%
A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after noon. Mostly sunny, with a high near 96. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 72. This house is wildThis 2024 Alpine Homes build in Sun View brings 5 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, and a whole lot of flexibility with no HOA. The quartz-topped kitchen shines with upgraded cabinetry, a walk-in pantry, double oven, and countertop range. A finished basement apartment, 3-car epoxy garage, fenced yard, and extended driveway round out the perks.
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