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Recent BYU grad Lauren Willardson uses missionary attack to ‘go forth and serve’
In August of 2020, two sister missionaries for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints were stabbed in their Houston apartment in the middle of the night. Despite the traumatic event, one missionary has turned the experience into a faith-building story for herself and many others.
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Local artists perform at Fork Fest
More than 200 bands auditioned, but only 32 took the stage at the American Fork Music Festival, held June 6-7.
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BYU student helps others through passion for horses and healing
For Samantha (Sam) Ward, a junior in BYU's experience design and management program, horses are more than just a hobby. It's a journey of personal healing and service to others.
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New hymnbook for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints expected to be released in mid-2027
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced the full new hymnbook will be released in mid-2027 with 375 hymns and children’s songs.
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MTC bomb threat aggressor charged for terrorism
On Tuesday, June 3, Anthony Beardall of Provo was charged for threatening to bomb the Provo Missionary Training Center more than a month earlier.
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Cosmo hosts meet-and-greet at Harvey Park
Cosmo the Cougar hosted a meet-and-greet for kids at Harvey Park in Cedar Hill, Utah on June 4.
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Runner gathers more than 1,000 people for positivity chain
More than 1,000 people turned a mile of pavement into the longest positivity chain ever in Eagle Mountain, Utah, on May 22.
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Church of Jesus Christ helps open new Children's Justice Center to bring healing to child abuse victims
The community welcomed the new Weber-Morgan Children’s Justice Center during a grand opening May 22 in Ogden, Utah.
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Former Rep. Judkins enters Provo mayoral race against Mayor Kaufusi
Mayor Michelle Kaufusi is seeking a third term, and former Rep. Marsha Judkins is challenging her in this fall's election.
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BYU ROTC celebrates Memorial Day and upcoming sesquicentennial
The BYU Air Force and Army ROTC programs held an event called “The Light of Christ – A Legacy of Leadership and Service” on Thursday, May 22.
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Three striking similarities between messages of Pope Leo XIV and President Nelson — a call for peacemakers
In a world of polarization and cancel culture, where each voice is clamoring to be heard, messages of peace are needed now more than ever.
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Provo joins Bee City USA as first in Utah to boost pollinator conservation
Provo recently became the first city in Utah to join the Bee City USA initiative, a national program that promotes education and protection for native pollinators.
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Inside the temple interior design process
Temples for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are known for their beautiful designs.
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Church and government officials warn against affinity fraud
Even though Church and government officials have raised alarms for decades about affinity fraud in Utah, law enforcement officials have reported several large criminal fraud cases in 2025.
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Wellness spa in Provo takes a holistic approach to healing and relaxation
Life can be tough on relaxation and mental health.
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Neighbors push back on proposed rental homes in west Provo
A developer is proposing 150 rental townhomes next to the planned Super Walmart site off Lakeview Parkway in west Provo.
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Nonprofit transitional school assists neurodivergent students learn independent living skills
Living in a neurotypical world can be challenging for neurodiverse individuals.
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Provo leaders and locals improve transit, parks, streets
Recent census data shows more people continue to move to Provo, presenting the city with the challenge of meeting the growing demand for public transit and parks.
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