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Saturday, March 29th, 2025
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Good morning, Orem. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 29th of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Texas Instruments laid off workers at its Lehi facility on Friday, March 28th as part of operational changes following an award of up to $1.61 billion in federal CHIPS Act funding. The company said it will build a second semiconductor plant in Lehi and add 800 high-tech jobs for future growth (the layoffs did not require a WARN Act notice). The Salt Lake Tribune
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Utah County Sheriff’s Office said it was shocked when a judge dismissed six felony sex abuse charges against former therapist David Hamblin last week, saying that its investigators never got a chance to defend their evidence handling—leaving important details unexplained. The Salt Lake Tribune
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Spencer Cox signed the Earned Wage Access Services Act that requires app providers to register and follow consumer-protection rules, and more than 7 million workers used these apps in 2022. The state's consumer protection division will enforce the law beginning May 7 to help prevent abuse in the growing industry. FOX 13
- ➤ During an earlier meeting, the Alpine School District Board unanimously voted to issue a $238M lease revenue bond to fund a new high school in Saratoga Springs and an elementary school in Eagle Mountain—this step comes after concerns about overcrowding and the upcoming district split. A public hearing on the bond is set for 6 p.m. April 22 at the district office in American Fork for community input. Daily Herald
- ➤ The Protect Utah Workers coalition announced Friday that nearly 130,000 people have signed a petition to overturn H.B. 267 — the union busting bill— though over 9,000 more signatures are needed to qualify for the ballot. Supporters gathered at the Capitol on March 28 and will continue collecting signatures until April 14. KUTV
SPORTS NEWS
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Utah Hockey Club vs. Chicago Blackhawks Watch Party
2-5 p.m. — Mountain Mike's Pizza — $15 includes pizza buffet and drinks — Enjoy an exciting watch party with giveaways and a live podcast recording for all hockey fans.
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Snow White Film Screening
3:45-7:45 p.m. — SCERA Center for the Arts — Ticket purchase supports a cause — Enjoy a classic film and contribute to a good cause.
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The Wizard of Oz School Edition
5 p.m. — SCERA Shell Outdoor Theatre — Tickets available — Experience a magical journey through the land of Oz with this school edition performance.
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Power Chord Guitar Fest 2025
2-8 p.m. — The Boardwalk Sound — Presale tickets available — Celebrate the power of music with a lineup of local and touring bands at an energetic guitar festival.
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Utah Shakespeare Festival: Henry IV
7-8:15 p.m. — Orem Public Library — Free admission — Experience the timeless drama of Shakespeare’s Henry IV at the Orem Public Library.
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Easter Extravaganza
12-4 p.m. — University Place — Free activities — Enjoy photo sessions with the Easter Bunny and various fun springtime events.
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Women's Wellness Summit | Spring Edition
8:30 AM – 4:45 PM — Scott C. Keller Business Building — Check website for pricing — A day dedicated to exploring diverse aspects of women's health and well-being through workshops and a wellness expo.
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Imagication Storytime for Kids
11 a.m. — The Orchard — Registration required — Enjoy storytime with special characters and fun activities for kids ages 2-5.
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