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Orem
Thursday, November 20th, 2025
Good morning, Orem. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 20th of November.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Graduation day at Rise Culinary Institute in Utah saw women from many countries build new careers and friendships by learning cooking skills. Lavanya Mahate mentors the students—many of whom are refugees—to create job opportunities in the local hospitality industry. KUTV
- ➤ Utah Valley University warned students today about a phishing campaign that sent fake emails imitating professors to trick them into sharing personal and banking information. Marketing professor Dustin Harding said a student lost nearly $3000 from the scam—though the university confirmed no data breach occurred and advised students to report suspicious emails immediately. KUTV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Seasonal canyon roads in Utah County are set to close for winter—most gates will shut by Nov 30 due to snowfall while the lower gates on the south end Nebo Loop will close Dec 15. The sheriff’s office advises back country travelers to call the Forest Service and avoid parking in front of gates so emergency responders can reach them. Daily Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State Sen. Mike McKell sponsored a bill to ban kratom by criminalizing two key substances—this follows growing concerns over health risks and overdose deaths reported in Utah. Both proposals passed key committees and will be debated when the legislative session begins. KUTV
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The Best Christmas Pageant Ever
7:30-9:00 p.m. — SCERA Center for the Arts — Tickets starting at $54 — Enjoy a festive and delightful theatrical experience this holiday season.
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The Best Christmas Pageant Ever
7:30-9:00 p.m. — SCERA Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Witness the hilariously chaotic take on a Christmas classic as the Herdmans invade the pageant.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
All progress depends on the unreasonable person.
~ George Bernard Shaw
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