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Good morning, Orem. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 13th of April.

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • Police responded to an incident Saturday night in Springville after a woman’s car stalled on the tracks at 400 North and 400 West and was hit by a train; no one was injured and police closed the crossing at 400 North and Center Street as they investigated.  FOX 13

CRIME NEWS

  • On Friday, a 34-year-old man with past DUI arrests was arrested in Provo for driving under the influence after a single-car accident—he was hurt by a gunshot to the head when he accidentally fired a friend's gun and police later found alcohol and drugs in his car.  FOX 13
  • On Friday night, Oscar Diaz—a convicted felon with three DUI offenses—accidentally shot himself in the forehead while driving under the influence near Waffle Love in Provo and then crashed his vehicle; he was later arrested on 12 charges.  KUTV

CULTURE NEWS

  • On April 10, near-perfect weather let families stroll through rows of tulips and spring flowers at Ashton Gardens during Thanksgiving Point’s Tulip Festival. Erin Mecklenburg from Elk Ridge and her three daughters, along with hundreds of visitors, enjoyed new features — such as large colorful topiaries — that refreshed this annual tradition.  Daily Herald

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The F-35A Lightning II—dubbed Frankenjet because it was built from parts of two damaged aircraft—is now fully operational at Hill Air Force Base to fly with the 4th Fighter Squadron. Airmen from the F-35 Joint Program Office, Ogden Air Logistics Complex and Lockheed Martin rebuilt it after one plane was damaged in a nose-gear collapse in 2020 and another in an engine fire in 2014.  ABC4
  • On Monday, the Utah Attorney General’s Office will announce that Mylan Pharmaceuticals, now merged into Viatris, has agreed to pay $335 million to settle a national lawsuit over its role in the opioid crisis by distributing the funds over the next nine years. Utah is set to receive $81 million as part of the funds distributed to states that join the settlement — additional payments will follow.  FOX 13

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Fri, 4/18/25

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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.

    Sat, 4/19/25

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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.

    Sat, 4/26/25

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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.

    Mon, 4/28/25

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  • 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.

    Sat, 5/3/25

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