• Provo Local Buzz
  • Posts
  • đźš—Provo News: Provo Driver Charged After Fatal Hit-and-Runing Over Person, Man Sentenced for Illegally Cloning Rare Sheep, Russian Fighter Jet’s Reckless Buzzing of U.S. Aircraft.

🚗Provo News: Provo Driver Charged After Fatal Hit-and-Runing Over Person, Man Sentenced for Illegally Cloning Rare Sheep, Russian Fighter Jet’s Reckless Buzzing of U.S. Aircraft.

Issue#175

October 01, 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

Orem Driver Charged After Fatal Hit-and-Run in Provo

An Orem man, Jose Santos Sandoval, has been charged with a third-degree felony for running over Brian Keith Coltharp, who had fallen at an intersection in Provo, and then fleeing the scene. Surveillance footage showed Sandoval’s van approaching the intersection, braking momentarily, and then driving over Coltharp before leaving. Sandoval later stopped at a gas station, inspected his vehicle, and claimed he thought he had hit a pile of rocks. Detectives found blood and torn clothing on the tire, leading to his arrest nearly a year after the incident.

National News

Montana Man Sentenced for Illegally Cloning Rare Sheep for Trophy Hunting

Arthur "Jack" Schubarth, an 81-year-old Montana man, was sentenced to six months in federal prison for illegally using tissue from rare sheep to create hybrid species for captive trophy hunting. Schubarth cloned a Marco Polo sheep from Kyrgyzstan, named “Montana Mountain King,” and sold hybrid offspring for large sums across multiple states. The court also fined Schubarth $20,000 and banned him from breeding game stock during a three-year probation period. The hybrid sheep involved in the operation must now be sent to slaughter, with the meat donated to a food bank.

International News

Russian Fighter Jet’s Reckless Buzzing of U.S. Aircraft Near Alaska Sparks Outrage

A Russian Su-35 fighter jet performed a dangerous maneuver, flying within feet of a U.S. Air Force aircraft patrolling off Alaska’s coast on September 23. The North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) released a video of the incident, calling the maneuver "unsafe and unprofessional." Senator Dan Sullivan condemned the provocation and urged for an increased U.S. military presence in Alaska. This encounter is part of a recent surge in Russian military activity near Alaska's airspace, with 25 such incidents reported this year compared to six or seven in previous years.

Sports News

BYU Football’s Bowl Projections Surge After 5-0 Start

After starting the 2024 season with a 5-0 record, BYU football has surpassed expectations, significantly increasing their chances of reaching bowl eligibility. With projections ranging from the Fiesta Bowl to the Texas Bowl, analysts foresee exciting matchups against teams like Alabama, Oklahoma, Notre Dame, LSU, and Texas. ESPN’s Kyle Bonagura and 247Sports’ Brad Crawford even predict BYU winning the Big 12 and securing a first-round playoff bye. The Cougars’ impressive start has placed them in contention for high-profile bowl games, reflecting their strong performance this season.

Events  

October 1st

October 2nd

October 3rd

October 4th

October 5th

October 6th

Laugh Lounge

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.