Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 22nd of January.
Good morning, Orem.
🎓 Education
School board elections in southern Utah County will be held in 2026 as Provo City and Nebo School Districts offer both unopposed and competitive races, including candidates for district and state seats (per county records).
🌲 Environment
Rep. Hoang Nguyen and Utah-based Water Wise Solar Solutions presented a plan for floating solar panels on local lakes to reduce evaporation + generate power.
Lawmakers are studying potential economic and environmental impacts as bipartisan interest grows.
📰 Finance
Tax experts say many local filers with a simple W-2 return may qualify for free tax filing options such as IRS Free File (for incomes under $89,000) and volunteer income tax assistance for incomes under $67,000, with additional limited free services from popular tax software providers.
🏥 Health
The I Love You, Bro Project began in Lehi after Joe Tuiaana helped a man in crisis and started a free, weekly men's mental health support group now meeting in multiple locations (including a chapter in Tooele at Aspen Ridge).
It will expand to Salt Lake, Eagle Mountain, and St. George and host upcoming workshops.
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