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Orem
Friday, October 24th, 2025
Good morning, Orem. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 24th of October.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A 145-year-old dairy is back in family hands as James Winder, a sixth-generation descendant, plans to boost online orders and bring back home delivery via Instacart while launching new products like seasonal eggnog. The owner said the company will expand its reach to more local stores — a move to recapture loyal customers over the next year. The Salt Lake Tribune
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A new report by the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute shows that by 2031 more than 70% of Utah jobs will require postsecondary education. The report links higher education to better earnings and urges boosting skills—emphasizing the need to align credentials with future workforce demands. KUTV
- ➤ Utah public school enrollment fell by 11,478 students this fall, marking the largest decline in 25 years with 656,311 students compared to last year's 667,789. The drop is expected to reduce state funding and lead to school closures and staff layoffs as districts adjust to lower numbers. The Salt Lake Tribune
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Local business experts told FOX 13 News residents to winterize their homes now — they recommend checking HVAC systems, changing filters, trimming perennials and unhooking sprinklers to help prevent damage when temperatures drop. They emphasized that timely upkeep can avoid costly repairs as the cold sets in. FOX 13
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Utah homeowners are advised to review their HOA governing documents (including CC&Rs, fees, and reserve funds) before finalizing a purchase to understand restrictions and financial obligations. Erin Rider from the HOA Ombudsman Office recommends attending meetings and checking for past disputes to avoid future surprises. FOX 13
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ BYU beat Utah in the Holy War last weekend — fans rushed the field after the win — while Crumbl cookie CEO Jason McGowan had agreed to cover any fine but instead donated more than $60,000 to cover Salt Lake City school lunch debts and around $30,000 for Provo schools. Mid Utah Radio
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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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Hope For America: Harvest Crusade
6:00 - 8:30 p.m. — UCCU Center — Free entry — Experience a night of worship and inspiration featuring Pastor Greg Laurie with musical guests Chris Tomlin and Phil Wickham.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Naval Ravikant
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