Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 23rd of June.
Good morning, Orem.
A new wildfire called Dutchman fire grew to 80 acres on Monday evening on Lake Mountain, west of Utah Lake (south of Saratoga Springs), and remains inaccessible to fire crews who are still determining the cause.
The Utah Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) imposed strict safety conditions on Provo Canyon School after staff delayed calling for emergency care during a May 18 incident, and the center must halt new admissions and update its emergency protocols.
The Bureau of Land Management imposed stage 1 fire restrictions on northern Utah BLM lands on June 19 due to rising fire danger, banning open fires, campfires, and smoking outside a vehicle.
The measures will remain in effect until further notice.
Utah health officials are not naming all measles exposure sites when everyone at risk can be reached directly.
The department said business listings are reserved for places where public warnings are needed as the measles outbreak nears 700 cases.
On Monday, smoke from the Hastings Fire in Tooele and the Iron Fire south of Provo reduced views of the Wasatch Mountains and prompted officials to issue health warnings — residents were advised to monitor air quality as winds shifted.
After securing their first Stanley Cup Playoffs appearance, the Mammoth (a franchise first) will select No. 19 in the NHL Draft on Friday and Saturday.
After earning their first trip to the Stanley Cup Playoffs, the Mammoth will pick 19th overall in the first round of the 2026 NHL Draft.
The draft rounds will be held Friday and Saturday, setting the stage for more local hockey action.
Utah Mammoth head coach André Tourigny and assistant coach Blaine Forsythe signed new multiyear contracts ahead of the season; the team also signed Adam Foote (two-time Stanley Cup champion) to strengthen its coaching roster.
Bluegrass Roots Timpanogos Folk Festival
2-9 p.m. — Orem City Center Park — Free entry — Enjoy a beautiful summer evening with Grammy-winning bluegrass music from John Reischman and The Matt Flinner Trio.
Matilda the Musical
8-10 p.m. — SCERA Shell Outdoor Theatre — Tickets start at $42 — Experience the magical story of Matilda in a stunning outdoor setting.
Youth Mixed Media Camp
1-3 p.m. — SCERA Art Studios — Cost info not provided — Dive into creative projects using various art mediums for an exciting hands-on experience.
Matilda the Musical
8-10 p.m. — SCERA Shell Outdoor Theatre — Tickets from $44 — Experience the enchanting tale of Matilda brought to life in a captivating musical performance.
Matilda the Musical
8-10 p.m. — SCERA Shell Outdoor Theatre — Tickets start at $44 — Experience the beloved tale of Matilda in a spectacular live musical performance.
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