Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of July.
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🎓 Education
Community members in Lindon are opposing plans by the new Timpanogos School District to build a bus depot on the Anderson Farms site, raising concerns over noise and traffic on residential streets.
The district will seek community input over the next few months as it considers alternative locations.
Alpine School District is completing summer fixes like painting, kitchen upgrades, and playground improvements in 90 buildings before students return on Aug.
19 + a new campus, Juniper Basin Elementary, will host an open house at July's end.
🌲 Environment
Utah’s plug-in solar law, which took effect in 2025, continues to spark interest and questions about daily savings and safety as UL Solutions works on certification (with lawmakers urging faster access to certified systems) while homeowners experience mixed results in offsetting energy costs.
🏛️ Government
On Tuesday, the House passed a bill to make daylight saving time permanent, which could delay sunrise until about 9 a.m. and lead Utah schools to adjust start times – prompting safety concerns among parents.
🎉 Orem Events
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Matilda the Musical
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Matilda the Musical
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Guys and Dolls Musical
8-10 p.m. — SCERA Shell Outdoor Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy the classic musical 'Guys and Dolls' live in Orem.
Guys and Dolls Performance
8-10 p.m. — SCERA Shell Outdoor Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the classic musical Guys and Dolls live under the stars in Orem.
Guys and Dolls
8-10 p.m. — SCERA Shell Outdoor Theatre — Live performance — Enjoy the classic musical 'Guys and Dolls' in a beautiful outdoor setting.
Guys and Dolls
8-10 p.m. — SCERA Shell Outdoor Theatre — Ticket purchasing available — Enjoy the classic production of Guys and Dolls live in Orem.
Guys and Dolls Performance
8-10 p.m. — SCERA Shell Outdoor Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a classic musical experience with Guys and Dolls in Orem.
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