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Provo launches website to dispel rumors following protest shooting

By Emma Benson
July 21, 2020 12:00 AM
Provo City launched a new fact-based website,ProvoRumorStop.com, on July 16 to dispel rumors by providing residents a credible online source.
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Photo Galleries

Photo story: Pet safety day at Bicentennial Dog Park

By Hannah Miner
July 16, 2020 12:00 AM
Bicentennial Dog Park in Provo hosted a pet safety day on July 15. Dog owners were invited to the park for free dog treats, a 'kissing booth' for photos, and to receive pet safety information provided by Provo Animal Control and nearby shelters.
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Featured

Mayor Kaufusi: Violent protest was 'unacceptable'

By Kenzie Holbrook
July 01, 2020 12:00 AM
Provo City Mayor Michelle Kaufusi condemnedviolent acts during Monday's protests, during which shots were fired.
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COVID-19

Provo City facilities reopening as part of new COVID-19 response plan

By Lauren Lethbridge
May 04, 2020 12:00 AM
Mayor Michelle Kaufusi and Provo City released a recovery plan called 'Proceed with Caution' with guidelines that align with Gov. Gary Herbert's moderate risk instructions.
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Local

Citizens react to Provo School Bond results, board looks to future

By Nick Gledhill
November 18, 2019 12:00 AM
Proponents and opponents of the Provo School Bond are reacting to its failure to pass during general city elections. Unofficial results showed just 36.93% of voters supporting the bond.
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Local

500 West, Center Street closure continuing until mid-August

By Jenna Alton
July 16, 2019 12:00 AM
Read or listen to a Portuguese translation of this story here.
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Metro

Provo considers expanding sustainability practices with new city center building

By Tessa Lara Westlund
April 01, 2019 12:00 AM
Provo's current city center building was built in 1972. According to the city report, it no longer meets seismic standards and does not have enough room for employees. (Emma Willes)
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Metro

Mayor Kaufusi calls Provo 'blessed' in State of the City address

By Tessa Lara Westlund
February 20, 2019 12:00 AM
Mayor Kaufusi gives her State of the City address, remarking on the progress Provo has made. (Lexie Flickinger)
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Metro

Provo looks for ways to regulate short-term listings in residential areas

By Tessa Lara Westlund
February 19, 2019 12:00 AM
Provo City is looking for ways to crack down on Airbnb rentals in neighborhoods.
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Local

Resource center focuses on growth, progress for Provo’s homeless population

By Lauren Lethbridge
January 24, 2019 12:00 AM
The Food and Care Coalition offers both day and residential services to people in need. (McCall Castro)
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Travel

Bulldog Boulevard to lose two lanes

By Sydnee Gonzalez
July 24, 2018 12:00 AM
Provo residents gather to review plans to for changes to Bulldog Boulevard. Bulldog Boulevard will lose two lanes to bicycles. Medians and lines will be added to continue making bike riding safer. (Project Team)
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Metro

Downtown development could exacerbate parking problems

By Sydnee Gonzalez
July 23, 2018 12:00 AM
The above illustration shows the proposed housing development to be built on Center Street in Provo. Residents worry the development will make parking problems worse. (McKay Christensen)
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Local

Experts explain Utah's emergency alert system after Hawaii's false alarm

By Madalyn Mcrae
April 04, 2018 12:00 AM
Editor's note: this story pairs with'BYU-Hawaii student led tourists to safety during false missile alert panic'
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Metro

Transient camps pose complex problems for Utah County

By Saul Marquez
November 20, 2017 12:00 AM
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Local

Provo zoning infractions now a misdemeanor

By Emily Janeen Ashcraft
November 15, 2017 12:00 AM
City Council members listen to the concerns of a landlord regarding the new zoning ordinance. This ordinance will require additional documentation for landlords and tenants and makes noncompliance a misdemeanor. (Savannah Hopkinson)
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Sports

Fire Chief urges residents to use fireworks safely, legally this month

July 03, 2017 12:00 AM
Provo residents should be especially careful when using fireworks during July 24 celebrations, according to Provo City Fire Chief James Miguel.
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Cross Country

East Bay Golf Course awarded with 2018 and 2021 NCAA Cross-County Championships

May 11, 2017 12:00 AM
East Bay Golf Course will host the NCAA Division I Regional Cross-Country Championships in 2018 and 2021.
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Local

Native Americans advocate Squaw Peak name change

By Mckenna Park
April 27, 2017 12:00 AM
Eugene Tapahe is a Native American from the Navajo tribe and a BYU grad who worked at ESPN. He is a proponent for changing the name of Squaw Peak. (Eugene Tapahe)
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