• Provo Local Buzz
  • Posts
  • 🚒 Provo News: Home Burned Due to Fire Ignited by Food/Provo, Execution Set for Texas Inmate.

🚒 Provo News: Home Burned Due to Fire Ignited by Food/Provo, Execution Set for Texas Inmate.

Issue#095

June 26, 2024

There's a treasure hunter in each of us. It's an instinctive pull that captures our imagination and never let’s go. Solve thrilling puzzles and uncover real treasures like gold, cash, cars, and vacations. Ready to embark on the journey of a lifetime? Learn more!

Weather 

Local News

Fire Ignited by Food Smoker Causes Major Damage

A food smoker ignited a fire at a home in Orem, Utah, causing significant roof damage and displacing the family. The fire, which spread from the smoker to a car, camper, and then the home, trapped the family's pets inside. Fire crews rescued three dogs suffering from smoke inhalation, but the family's cat did not survive. The family is receiving assistance from the Red Cross as they face an extended period of displacement for repairs.

National News

Execution Set for Texas Inmate on Victim's Birthday

Ramiro Gonzales, who admitted to kidnapping, sexually assaulting, and fatally shooting 18-year-old Bridget Townsend in 2001, is set to be executed in Texas on June 26, which would have been Townsend's 41st birthday. Townsend's remains were found nearly two years after her disappearance when Gonzales, already serving life sentences for other crimes, led authorities to her body. Gonzales' lawyers have requested a stay of execution from the U.S. Supreme Court, arguing he has taken responsibility for his crimes and changed since then. However, the victim's family, particularly her brother, seeks closure and believes the execution should proceed.

International News

Rivian Shares Surge After VW Investment Announcement

Volkswagen (VW) is investing up to $5 billion in Rivian, a U.S.-based electric vehicle (EV) maker. This partnership will allow VW to access Rivian's technology and help Rivian in its expansion. The announcement boosted Rivian's shares by nearly 50%. The deal comes as Western countries, including the EU and US, impose higher tariffs on Chinese EV imports due to alleged unfair subsidies. This strategic move highlights the growing competition in the global EV market.

Sports News

BYU Leads Big 12 in Academic Honors

BYU men's basketball team led the Big 12 with seven players named to the Winter 2024 Academic All-Big 12 Team, matching Kansas for the most honorees in the league. Players like Dallin Hall, Trevin Knell, and others achieved this recognition, reflecting the balance between their academic and athletic commitments. Big 12 commissioner Brett Yormark commended the student-athletes for their accomplishments. This acknowledgment highlights BYU's dedication to academic and athletic excellence.

Events

June 26th

June 27th

June 28th

June 29th

June 30th

July 1st

Laugh Lounge

Try Not To Laugh Challenge

Be prepared for the funniest videos.😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

www.reddit.com/r/funnyvideos

How did we do in this issue on Lehi Local Buzz?

How did we do on this issue?

Login or Subscribe to participate in polls.

We could use your help.

We've got big plans as we get up to speed! But we need your help!

One huge way that you can help us is to spread the word for us.

Know somebody who lives in the Provo Region and would benefit from being kept in the know?

Please share Provo Local Buzz with them! It's simple! 👇👇👇

Reply

or to participate.