Good morning, Orem.

Firefighters battling the Buckley Draw Fire near Provo have faced a record 23 drone incursions—delaying aerial suppression and prompting law enforcement to refer five operators to the district attorney—as crews work to contain the 452-acre blaze with help from incoming storms.

Bankrate's report found that in 2024, Utah homeowners paid an average of $1,290 in home insurance—$1,180 less than the national average—despite a 20% rate increase, which made Utah the eighth least expensive state.

Poor credit scores and extreme weather drove up costs in other areas.

John Shin, a Utah violinist detained by ICE last week, had his friends play violins in the Utah State Capitol rotunda to draw the attention of lawmakers to his case.

His attorney said a 2020 impaired driver conviction made him a priority for immigration—his bond hearing is set for next Tuesday while a GoFundMe helps cover legal fees.

The EPA withdrew nearly all of a $62M federal grant for solar projects on August 7—halting plans to lower energy bills and bring power to remote areas in Utah.

Local officials had planned to use the funds for projects in towns like Bluff and now face delays and higher costs for renewable energy installations.

A legislative audit found that almost 70% of mental health provider listings are ghost providers and not accepting patients—leaving families waiting for care.

One parent said her daughter faced delays and lawmakers said they will review ways to hold insurance companies accountable.

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.