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Good morning, Orem. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 30th of April.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Orem residents can join Latin-inspired fitness sessions at The Orchard at University Place—featuring Zumba and High Fitness events led by instructors Tiffany Herlin and Christin Bright. The series runs from May 14th through August 20th and welcomes participants of all ages and skill levels.  University Place Orem
  • On Thursday, April 24, 2025, Orem police hosted the fourth-annual Picnic With Police at City Center Park to build trust with families of special needs individuals. Department psychologist Kamryn Wilson organized the event to include games, ice cream and volleyball—helping officers learn how to better de-escalate future crisis situations.  Daily Herald

CRIME NEWS

  • An Orem man named Eric Nathantiel Whitaker was charged with 75 first-degree felony counts for manufacturing or possessing a weapon of mass destruction after officers found dozens of explosive devices in his home—he was scheduled to appear in court on Tuesday, April 29 at 3 p.m. and is held without bail pending a pretrial hearing.  ABC4

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • UDOT will widen Geneva Road south of University Parkway in Orem—adding an extra lane in each direction, a center turn lane, sidewalks, and bike lanes as part of a $34 million project. Work will begin in late fall or early winter after utility work—project expected to last through next year.  KUTV

EVENTS

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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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  • Frozen Jr.

    9:30 a.m. — DoGood Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience a magical adaptation of a beloved animated classic with local talent.

    Sun, 5/25/25

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  • Elevate Dance Academy Ballet: Swan Lake

    5:30 p.m. — Timpanogos High School — $8.00 — Experience the enchanting ballet performance of Swan Lake presented by the Elevate Dance Academy.

    Fri, 5/30/25

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