Good morning, Orem.

A driver on Highway 6 near Spanish Fork narrowly avoided a dangerous mudslide that sent trees, brush, and rock crashing onto the road while he was on a spring break mountain bike trip with his kids—quick braking kept him safe.

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will hold its 195th annual general conference on Saturday and Sunday, April 5 and 6, with over 100,000 members expected in Salt Lake City and millions watching online.

Downtown roads will be shut down for the event — and officials advise using public transit, which will be free with a conference ticket.

Health Secretary RFK Jr. will join GOP lawmakers in Salt Lake City on Monday for a victory lap after Utah passed laws to ban fluoride in water, bar SNAP funds from buying soda and limit additives in school meals—EPA head Lee Zeldin will join him while Gov. Spencer Cox is in Canada on a trade mission.

The Utah State Board of Education rejected a request on Thursday to formally adopt an anti-DEI stance that would label diversity, equity and inclusion as a Marxist practice — the 10-4 vote came after hundreds of phone calls and emails expressed strong concern over the measure.

The American Red Cross and Utah Pet Partners teamed up in March to provide therapy dogs at the VA campus—where four dogs have already served at three events for more than 300 individuals.

The partnership is part of the Red Cross’s ongoing mission to support military families and veterans.

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.

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.

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.

Easter Extravaganza

12-4 p.m. — University Place — Free activities — Enjoy photo sessions with the Easter Bunny and various fun springtime events.

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.

Imagication Storytime for Kids

11 a.m. — The Orchard — Registration required — Enjoy storytime with special characters and fun activities for kids ages 2-5.

Fiestas Patrias 2025 - Food & Cantina

9 AM - 2 PM — Orem City Center Park-Outdoor Stage — $16 for traditional dishes — Celebrate heritage with delicious food and festive fun.