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Groundbreaking of Utah Aviation Business Park in Spanish Fork

Spanish Fork, Utah, is set to witness the groundbreaking of the Utah Aviation Business Park, featuring over 25 hangars, some costing up to $5 million and spanning 54,000 square feet. Utah Aviation has invested tens of millions of dollars in building 51 hangars at the airport over six years. The new development aims to attract businesses to Spanish Fork, with many hangars already purchased or leased by private entities. Notable tenant FLT Academy plans to expand its fleet from 15 to 50 aircraft by 2027, facilitating pilot training. Hangars of various sizes and price ranges are still available for interested parties.

National News

Fatal Bus Crash in Central Florida Claims Eight Lives

A tragic bus crash in central Florida has resulted in eight fatalities and left 38 others injured, with eight in critical condition. The bus, carrying about 53 farmworkers, collided with a truck on West Highway 40, veered off the road, and overturned. There is concern that the death toll may rise further. The truck driver is also hospitalized with serious injuries. The bus was a route to a nearby farm when the accident occurred.

International News

Putin's Visit to China Amid Global Conflicts

Russian President Vladimir Putin's upcoming visit to China, his second in less than a year, underscores the growing alignment between Russia and China amid global conflicts in Gaza and Ukraine. The meeting, scheduled for May 16-17, provides an opportunity for Putin and Chinese leader Xi Jinping to discuss their shared ambition to counter American power. Their collaboration coincides with growing coordination among anti-American countries like Iran and North Korea. Despite their allegiance, both leaders face challenges, including pressure from Washington and tensions in Europe. NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg has warned of an increasingly dangerous world where authoritarian powers are aligning, emphasizing the need for global cooperation to preserve security.

Discovery News

Discovery of Raspberry: Serendipitous Finding in the Milky Way

A group of third through eighth grade students from Blessed Sacrament Catholic School in Sandy, Utah, known as the "Shovel Bums," participate in weekly trips to monitor and preserve Native American rock art near Utah Lake. Led by teacher John McHugh, the students analyze the art, document any damage or vandalism, and share their findings with archaeologists. The club aims to instill in students a sense of reverence for art and nature while contributing to the preservation of cultural heritage.

Events

May 14th

• Provo Job Fair - Provo Career Fair - Tuesday, May 14, 2024, at 11:00 AM

• Homeschool Fair - Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 2:00 PM

May 15th

• Open Piano Lab - Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 9:00 AM

• Warhammer Wednesday @ Geek Together Event - Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 5:00 PM

• A Tale of Two Cities - Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 4:30 PM

May 16th

• Thursday Men's meeting - Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 1:00 PM

• AutCon - Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 10:00 AM

May 17th

• Drawing Club — Neighborhood Art Center - Friday, May 17, 2024 at 10:00 AM

• Sites & Insights | Crandall Printing Museum - Friday, May 17, 2024 at 3:00 PM

• GRAND CONCERTS TECH REHEARSAL — Provo School of the Arts - Fri, May 17, 5 – 9 PM

May 18th

• WASATCH CHORALE 50th SEASON AUDITIONS - Sat, May 18, 7 – 10 PM

• Corner Dance Spring Recital - Sat, May 18, 2 – 9 PM

May 19th

• Provo Prowl Scavenger Hunt - Sunday, May 19, 2024 at 11:00 AM

• Let's Meditate (Sunday) - Sunday, May 19, 2024 at 11:30 AM

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