Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 27th of August.
Good morning, Orem.
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints began groundwork for its new temple in Lehi on Monday with city approval and is installing underground water, sewer, and electricity to prepare a leveled site—design work continues and an official groundbreaking date will be announced later.
Officials from the Utah Lake Authority said harmful algal blooms caused by high summer temperatures are lessening with the recent cooler weather—though thick blooms on the shore still pose a health risk to people and pets.
The Utah Department of Environmental Quality has posted warning signs at beaches and urged residents to avoid submerging their heads in the water.
Utah lawmakers will consider a new solar policy that limits incentives for farms on productive land and requires developers to benefit local communities—addressing farmers’ concerns about losing prime cropland.
A committee approved the measure with a 9—5 vote and similar proposals are set to be fast-tracked next year.
Experts warn travelers planning holiday getaways to secure personal information with strong passwords, two-factor authentication, and VPNs—75% of U.S. adults are reported to be concerned about privacy risks from hackers accessing data over public Wi-Fi.
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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