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Tuesday, February 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Orem. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 3rd of February.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ La Brioche Argentine Bakery (a beloved fixture for 12 years) closed on Sunday, Feb. 1 due to rising costs and lower foot traffic in Orem; the owner's family is exploring plans for a food truck or cafe. FOX 13
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Tech workers in Silicon Slopes have faced lengthy job searches amid AI-driven hiring changes and economic pressures, forcing many to adjust career plans and finances. Local employers and the University of Utah are refocusing hiring practices + updating curriculum to better prepare talent for new industry demands. The Salt Lake Tribune
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Imagication will run on the 2nd Monday at 11:00 a.m. at City Court by Dillard's for kids ages 2-5. This week event includes a reading of Curious George and the Firefighters, games, photos with Ms Rachel and Mr Aron, and Chick-fil-A treat card after registration opens Monday at 12:00 p.m. University Place Orem
- ➤ Imagication for kids aged 2-5 happens Monday, Feb. 9 at 11:00 a.m. at City Court by Dillard’s, featuring a reading of 'Danny and the Dinosaur First Valentine’s Day,' a visit from Aurora + Prince Phillip, games, picture time and a Chick-fil-A treat card; registration opens Monday at 12:00 p.m. University Place Orem
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Water managers reported that Utah’s winter snowpack is about one-third of normal, with 31 SNOTEL sites showing record lows and raising concerns for water supplies later this year. They noted that extra soil moisture from fall rains may help rivers + reservoirs fill more efficiently when the snow melts. The Salt Lake Tribune
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governors from the upper basin states met in Washington, D.C. to discuss long-standing water rights issues; Utah Governor Spencer Cox said all are committed to avoiding litigation while Colorado Governor Jared Polis called the meeting productive (federal agencies may take control if no deal is reached). Mid Utah Radio
- ➤ Today, the LDS Church announced in Italy it will support the 2034 Olympics with a significant financial donation + use of its property, including Block 85 for a Medals Plaza and event spaces, and will encourage volunteer work, continuing its support from the 2002 Games. The Salt Lake Tribune
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Utah 2034 organizers plan to host the Winter Games by upgrading snowmaking systems and using stored snow to counter warm winters—steps that may include shifting Olympic and Paralympic dates—to secure safe competition in local mountain venues. The Salt Lake Tribune
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UC Riverside Highlanders vs. Utah Valley Wolverines Men's Baseball
12:05 – 3:05 PM — UCCU Ballpark — Ticket prices vary — Catch the exciting college baseball matchup as the Highlanders take on the Wolverines.
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