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Provo festivals and concerts

A variety of live music events happening this week (7/22/24 - 7/28/24). Velour Live Music Gallery, The Boardwalk, Spanish Fork Fiesta Days, SCERA Shell, ABG’s, The Pearl on Main, Heart House, Java Junkie, Fancy Burger, and Outlets at Traverse Mountain are hosting performances by local artists. Events range from open mic nights and jazz performances to larger festivals and concerts. Notable acts include Ryley Shupe, Talin Everett, Johnny Baseball, Stranded At Home, and Colin Raye.

National News

Hiker Missing for Over Two Weeks Found Alive

Scott A. Hern, a 48-year-old hiker missing for over two weeks in the Red River Gorge in Kentucky, was found alive by rescuers. Hern, who had been hiking to explore waterfalls, survived despite having no food or water for 12 days. Searchers, using dogs and information from Hern's diary, located him after hearing his faint cries for help. He was airlifted to safety and is receiving medical attention. The rescue was called a "miracle" by the Wolfe County Search and Rescue Team.

International News

Anti-Whaling Activist Paul Watson Arrested in Greenland

Paul Watson, a 73-year-old anti-whaling activist and former head of the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society, was arrested in Greenland on an international warrant issued by Japan. Watson, known for his confrontational tactics against whaling vessels, was detained when his ship docked in Nuuk. The Greenland court has decided to detain him until at least August 15 while the Danish justice ministry investigates his possible extradition. Watson faces up to 15 years in prison in Japan. His foundation urges the Danish government to release him, claiming the arrest is politically motivated.

College Sports

BYU Football Focuses on Strength and Conditioning

The BYU football team has emphasized a new strength and conditioning program to better prepare for the physical challenges of Power Four football in the Big 12 conference. Notably, 40 out of 73 returning players have each gained at least five pounds since last season. The investment in enhanced strength and nutrition programs aims to improve performance, especially in response to last year’s struggles in the run game and physical battles in the trenches.

Events

July 22nd

• Story Magic- Monday, July 22, 2024 at 11:00 AM

• Tiny Tinkerers - Mon Jul 22 2024 at 01:00 pm

July 23rd

• Freedom Festival Art Exhibit - Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at 3:30 PM

• Ballet West & Hale Center Theater Orem Musical Theater Summer Workshop - Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at 9:00 AM

July 24th

• Pioneer Day Extravaganza 2024 - Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at 8:00 AM

• 2024 Pioneer Day Celebration & Fireworks - Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at 5:00 PM

July 25th

• UTAH TAP FEST 2024 - Thursday, July 25, 2024 at 4:00 PM

• The Sound of Music - Thursday, July 25, 2024 at 7:00 AM

July 26th

• Country Night - 2024/07/26 06:45 PM (Friday)

• Off With Her Head! - Friday, July 26, 2024 at 12:00 PM

July 27th

• Little Buck-A-Roo - Saturday, July 27, 2024 at 8:00 AM

• Country Fan Fest - Saturday JUL 27, 2024 - 11:59 AM

July 28th

• Great Salt Lake Fringe Festival 2024 - Sunday, July 28, 2024 at 12:00 PM

• Ideal Relationship Group - Sunday, July 28, 2024 at 11:00 AM

July 29th

• Youth Summer Camp - Monday, July 29, 2024 at 9:00 AM

• Junior Chefs! Baking & Pastry Camp - Monday, July 29, 2024 at 4:00 AM

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