Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 15th of October.
Good morning, Orem.
🚧 Accidents
A family dog was rescued when a fire spread through a mobile home in Pleasant Grove just before 7 a.m.; firefighters used oxygen + crews from several departments quickly extinguished the blaze and secured the scene.
🎓 Education
Eight state school board seats are on the ballot in November; four races were decided (by Oct.
14) and voters will select the remaining candidates at polling sites statewide.
BYU’s School of Medicine will open applications in the next couple of weeks for up to 60 students who will begin classes in July 2027.
Renderings of the planned facility (located near the former Provo High School and Intermountain Health’s Utah Valley Hospital) show a modern design rooted in faith.
The State Board of Education launched a $60,000 review of school library book selection after questions emerged over vendor influence and recent title removals.
Districts have until Oct. 16 to join the effort that will examine finances, supply chains (and complaint logs) to ensure compliance.
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