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Orem
Thursday, October 16th, 2025
Good morning, Orem. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of October.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Utah public colleges grew by 4.4% this fall with 9,112 new students enrolled and Salt Lake Community College recording a historic jump of 14.7% in its student number. State officials warn that lower birth rates and budget changes may force schools to prepare for a drop in enrollment starting in 2032 — prompting a shift in program priorities. The Salt Lake Tribune
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Utahns who depend on enhanced Affordable Care Act tax credits may see their health insurance premiums more than double when these credits expire at the end of the year—lawmakers continue to debate how to extend or taper the credits amid rising health costs. Independent filmmaker Stan Clawson said he needs the credit for daily care and fears losing it will make insurance unaffordable. The Salt Lake Tribune
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Halloween Performance by Utah County Flute Choir
7 PM — Orem Public Library — Free entry — Experience a spine-tingling performance by the talented Utah County Flute Choir this Halloween.
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Youth Activity at Orem Recreation Center
6:00 – 8:30 p.m. — Orem Family Fitness Center — Free entry — Young men can enjoy basketball, swimming, and other fun activities.
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Emotional Resilience Class for Parents
6-7 p.m. — Westmore Elementary School — Free entry — Learn how to build safety, connection, and confidence with your children in this informative class.
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Ink and Bone
7-8:30 p.m. — Orem Public Library — $15-$20 — Experience the transformative power of dance interpreting poetry through breath, tension, and motion.
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