Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 9th of September.
Good morning, Orem.
Imagication for children aged two to five will be held on the 2nd and 4th Mondays at 11:00 a.m. at The Orchard at University Place—this week the event will feature a reading of 'Curious George and the Firefighters,' visits from Tink and Rosetta, games, coloring, treats, and a photo session with required registration for children beginning Monday at 12:00 p.m.
The Healing Field with 2,977 flags—each representing a victim or first responder—was displayed outside The Orchard yesterday while an educational display was set up inside the shopping center to honor the 24th anniversary of the September 11 attacks.
A First Responders Celebration honoring Orem City’s first responders, with vehicle displays and a chance to meet them, will be held Sept 11 from 6:00-8:00 p.m.
An accident occurred on US-189 near Deer Creek Reservoir on Monday at 3 p.m., forcing Provo Canyon to close as eastbound and westbound lanes were blocked until they reopened 30 minutes later—officials deployed a medical helicopter to investigate a report of an 18-year-old impaled by rebar.
Utah organizations and foundations have raised over $200 million through the Podium34 campaign to support the 2034 Olympic and Paralympic Games before its public launch.
The group aims to reach $300 million as donations will help fund Olympic preparations—community programs, youth sports and other projects across the state.
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.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
Stay in the know, Orem.
Free, always. No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.