Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 22nd of August.
Good morning, Orem.
Utah's Department of Public Safety will launch an online dashboard to help officers quickly access background information and connect victims to local resources during domestic violence calls, using data from 23,000 assessments from a 2023 study that found one in three Utah women experienced abuse — domestic violence survivor Teresa Thomas urged people to seek help at the first sign of abuse.
Ralph Menzies’ attorneys asked the Utah Supreme Court on Thursday to delay his firing squad execution set for Sept.
5 by ordering a new competency evaluation for his worsening vascular dementia—this appeal may be his final chance to postpone his death after decades on death row for killing Maurine Hunsaker.
A Utah County mental health counselor, Shawn Talbot, was arrested after two former clients said he misused therapy by asking one client to take off her bra and shirt and do handstands and asking another to bend over—Provo police are urging anyone who experienced similar requests to come forward.
Gov. Cox said he was glad he did not know that a law easing penalties for 18-year-old high school students was prompted by a case involving Senate President Adams’ relative until he read about it in a report—he signed the bill for its overall merits.
He added that all lawmakers were aware of the change and that no ethics probe is needed.
Consumers exploring timeshares should check with the Utah Division of Real Estate to verify registration and review contracts before paying any fees.
Director Leigh Veillette warned that sales meetings pushing for quick decisions—red flags for fraud—may lead to scams and advised buyers to report any problems.
Aaron Tveit With The Utah Valley Symphony
8:00-9:30 p.m. — SCERA Shell Outdoor Theatre — Cost info not specified — Experience the stunning voice of Tony Award-winning Aaron Tveit alongside the Utah Valley Symphony.
Lark & Spur Concert
7-9 p.m. — La Caille Venue — Free entry — Experience enchanting melodies as street singers from Paris bring their jazz, folk, and classical fusion to life.
The Wailin' Jennys Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Noorda Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the ethereal harmonies of The Wailin' Jennys as they showcase their new music amidst a backdrop of bluegrass tunes.
Pickleball in Orem, Utah
1-5 a.m. — Hillcrest Park — Free entry — Play pickleball and connect with local enthusiasts in Orem's active community.
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