Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of June.
Good morning, Orem.
At OremFest on Monday night, thousands gathered at Scera Park to view a record number of cars and to help fund American Legion Post 72.
The show featured vintage vehicles like a 1929 Ford Roadster and a 1930 Standard Tudor Sedan plus plans for tournaments, a carnival, and a parade later this week.
Michael Jayne, accused of hitting and killing Santaquin Sgt. Bill Hooser while driving a semi-truck, told the court on June 4 that he had serious concerns about his legal team—his preliminary hearing is set for June 30 and July 1 with a follow-up in-camera session on June 11.
Provo Airport officials said the expansion is underway and if Breeze Airways adds one more daily large flight, FAA rules will require extra firefighters and firetrucks—updating staffing to 24 hours a day as they prepare for more flights.
Today, a state report for Governor Spencer Cox warns that communities across Utah must boost wildfire preparedness as fire season now lasts all year.
The report calls for clearer communication and evacuation planning—such as addressing risks like roadside fires and agricultural burns—and urges stronger support for volunteer firefighters through increased funding and improved benefits.
BYU researchers found that each 12-ounce serving of sugary beverages raised type 2 diabetes risk by 25 percent—while eating a small amount of sugar was linked to lower risk—encouraging Utahns to reconsider their dirty soda habit.
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.
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.
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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