Thursday, May 22nd, 2025

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Good morning, Orem. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 22nd of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Rocky Mountain Power confirmed it will appeal the Public Service Commission's decision to allow a 4.7% electricity rate increase after its request for a 30% hike was reduced to about 18% amid strong public and legislative pushback. The utility said the higher rates are needed for infrastructure, fuel costs and wildfire liability — while lawmakers and customers have voiced their opposition. FOX 13
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Sexual assault advocates have raised concerns after a civil lawsuit accused BYU quarterback Jake Retzlaff of rape in November 2023—Provo Police reported they had received a similar anonymous report but closed the case when the victim did not identify her abuser. KUTV
- ➤ A Salt Lake County woman filed a civil lawsuit in the Third Judicial District Court accusing BYU starting quarterback Jake Retzlaff of sexual assault at his apartment in November 2023—she seeks more than $300,000 in damages while Retzlaff has not been charged. KUTV
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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.
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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.
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Elevate Dance Academy Main Recital
6 p.m. — Timpanogos High School — $8.00 — Enjoy a showcase of talent at the Elevate Dance Academy's main recital.
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Disney's Newsies the Musical
8-10 p.m. — SCERA Shell Outdoor Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the inspiring story of the newsboy strike of 1899 in this lively musical production.
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Disney's Newsies the Musical
8:00-9:30 p.m. — SCERA Shell Outdoor Theatre — Ticket information available — Experience a thrilling performance of 'Newsies' in Orem.
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Disney's Newsies the Musical
8-11 p.m. — SCERA Shell Outdoor Theatre — Tickets vary — Experience the excitement of Newsies live in Orem this June.
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