Good morning, Orem.

Dozens of veterans connected at the Highly Decorated skiing event — hosted by Wasatch Adaptive Sports at Snowbird — on Saturday.

Partners including Warrior Revival and Regence supported outdoor activities and a silent auction aimed at raising funds for more scholarships.

Local donors are urged to research charities and avoid payment methods like wire transfers and gift cards during the holiday season.

The Utah Division of Consumer Protection advises verifying new organizations online (using sites like Charity Navigator) and tracking donations for tax benefits.

Residents gathered at the state Capitol on Sunday to celebrate Hanukkah despite news of a deadly attack in Sydney, with Governor Spencer Cox lighting the Menorah to symbolize unity and strength.

Community members expressed pride in keeping their traditions alive while overcoming fear.

Former Utah County Commissioner Tom Sakievich died last Thursday at age 72 — after battling brain cancer.

Utah County officials extended condolences for his service as a veteran, public servant, and family man.

Health officials in Utah are using genetic analysis and wastewater testing to track a measles outbreak with 258 cases in Utah and Arizona, checking if the strain differs from Texas as federal vaccine messaging faces criticism and raises fears of losing measles-free status early next year.

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.