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Expansion Announcement: American Airlines Adds Three Daily Flights from Provo

American Airlines announced the addition of three daily flights from the Provo Municipal Airport, marking Provo as their third destination city in Utah. Two flights will connect to Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas, while one will head to Phoenix, Arizona. This move follows the airport's goal to attract a major carrier and expand its services. Provo Mayor Michelle Kaufusi expressed excitement over the announcement, highlighting the airport's growth and potential for tourism. American Airlines stated that these flights will provide convenient connections to over 30 destinations globally. Flights are set to commence on October 7, 2024, with all flights accommodating 65 passengers, including nine first-class seats.

National News

Eclipse-Fueled Tragedy: Astrology Influencer Goes on Killing Spree

Astrology influencer Danielle Johnson, also known as "Ayoka," allegedly went on a violent killing spree in Los Angeles on April 8, coinciding with a rare solar eclipse. She fatally stabbed her partner, Jaelen Chaney, before throwing her two young children from a moving car on the freeway. The nine-year-old survived, but the eight-month-old died from injuries. Johnson then crashed her vehicle into a tree, resulting in her death. The motive behind the rampage remains unclear, though Johnson had posted apocalyptic messages on social media leading up to the incident. Investigators have not attributed the eclipse as a contributing factor and are still determining the motive for the horrific murders.

International News

Introduction of Framework: World Bank's Initiative for Enhanced Accountability

The World Bank Group has introduced a new framework with 22 indicators to measure the impact of its development efforts, aiming to enhance transparency and accountability. Led by Anna Bjerde, the bank's managing director of operations, the initiative emphasizes a "people-centric" approach and focuses on outcomes rather than inputs. Key indicators cover poverty, prosperity, a livable planet, gender equality, and inclusion. The bank plans to release detailed methodologies for score calculation in two batches, aiming to provide transparent data and identify areas requiring intensified efforts.

Sports

Return to Utah: Dave Rice Reportedly Named SLCC Head Coach

Former BYU and Utah State assistant coach Dave Rice is reportedly returning to Utah to take on the role of head coach for the Salt Lake Community College Bruins basketball team. This move follows the departure of former SLCC head coach Kyle Taylor, who joined Coastal Carolina as an assistant coach. With experience as the head coach at UNLV and as an assistant at various institutions, including Nevada and BYU, Rice brings a wealth of coaching expertise to SLCC. The Bruins, a prominent team in the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA), will look to Rice to lead them to continued success on the court.

Events

April 11th

• GHOSTBUSTERS: FROZEN EMPIRE - Thu, Apr 11, 3:45 – 6:45 PM

• Van Gogh to Playdough April: Work - Apr 11, 10 AM –11 AM

• Homegrown Art Show - Thursday, April 11, 2024 at 3:30 PM

April 12th

• BIG FISH - Fri, Apr 12, 2024, 7:30 PM

• Brother Chunky - Friday, April 12, 2024 at 4:00 PM

• Come Play Board Games - Friday, April 12, 2024, from 5–8:30 PM

April 13th

• KGMPA Festival 2024 - Sat, Apr 13, 11 AM – 5 PM

• J209 in Concert- Sat, Apr 13, 7:00 PM – Sun, Apr 14, 5:59 PM

• Beauty and the Beast- Saturday Night Performance - Saturday, April 13, 2024 at 2:00 PM

April 14th

• Let's Meditate (Sunday) - Sunday, April 14, 2024 at 11:30 AM

• Orem Sunset Heights YSA Stake Fireside - April 14, 2024, is from 6:30–8 PM

• SOCIAL MEDIA + AI IN THE BEAUTY INDUSTRY - Sunday, April 14, 2024 at 10:00 AM

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