Good morning, Orem.

Residents can take free photos with the Easter Bunny on Friday, Apr.

3, from 4:00-8:00 p.m. at the court by Warby Parker; extra photo sessions will be held on Saturday, Apr. 4, at The Orchard (attendees should keep sessions brief to allow everyone a turn).

The Easter Bunny will make free appearances on Friday, April 3 (4:00-8:00 p.m. by Warby Parker) and Saturday, April 4 (12:00-4:00 p.m. at the south side of The Orchard) where families can take keepsake photos with help available for group shots and are asked to keep their photo time brief.

Gas prices in Utah are rising as the ongoing war in Iran contributes to higher costs.

The state average for self-serve regular is $3.84 per gallon, with Beaver County at $4.05 and Daggett County at $3.57.

WalletHub ranked Utah 9th among America’s top 10 innovative states, citing strong STEM job growth and an innovative business climate — factors that promote human capital and benefit local communities.

Utah Valley University received a $500,000 donation to expand its CARE Hub program that connects students with essential resources.

The funding was announced during the annual CARE About Families Luncheon at the Young Living Alumni Center.

In fall 2024, Governor Spencer Cox signed a bell-to-bell law banning personal cellphone use during school hours to help students focus, connect and learn at local schools.

Warm winter weather has kept bees active in Utah County, with beekeepers like Make Shaffer reporting increased hive activity and concerns about colony health.

Apiary inspectors are checking hives earlier—concerned about the spread of American Foulbrood and potential water restrictions in summer.

A Special Avalanche Advisory has been in effect since Thursday, Mar.

19 and will remain through Sunday, Mar. 22 because record-high temperatures are destabilizing the snowpack across Utah’s mountains + recent avalanche incidents have led to several fatalities.

Governor Spencer Cox said he would not rule out a drought declaration if water shortages worsen—reservoirs are full while snowpack levels hit record lows, prompting water districts to plan cuts and Salt Lake City to move into Stage 2.

Local groups are urging residents to conserve water ahead of any future restrictions.

Utah Tech Trailblazers vs Utah Valley Wolverines Men's Baseball

6:05-9:05 p.m. — UCCU Ballpark — Ticket prices vary — Witness the excitement as the Trailblazers take on the Wolverines in NCAA baseball action.

Utah Tech Trailblazers at Utah Valley Wolverines Baseball

12:05 – 3:05 p.m. — UCCU Ballpark — Ticketed event — Watch the Utah Tech Trailblazers take on the Utah Valley Wolverines in an exciting baseball showdown.