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🌱 How you can support the Orem boy hurt near Cherry Hill Elementary.

Orem, Utah Patch AM: a 5 min read

Coffee in hand, Orem? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How you can support the Orem boy hurt near Cherry Hill Elementary.
  • How will AI reshape your freedom? UVU opens the conversation.
  • When the Utah Symphony’s Firebird Suite lands at UVU Noorda Center

Also on today's calendar: Science Night 2026 and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Did you hear about the two cell phones who got married? 🤔 (Answer below!)

☑️ Important voting information: The Nov. 3 general election is coming up. Official Utah election resources: Find a ballot drop box or vote center | Register to vote | Check your registration | Absentee, mail and early voting.

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: A thundershower in spots, with a high of 71 and low of 47 degrees.
  • Wednesday: A stray afternoon t-shower, temps: high: 71, low: 50.
  • Thursday: A shower and thunderstorm, with a high of 71 and low of 48 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Orem family seeking support for son in critical condition after accident (heraldextra.com) — An Orem family is asking the community for help after young Kaezden was critically injured when a vehicle struck him while he rode his bike near Cherry Hill Elementary. He remains at Primary Children’s Hospital with a traumatic brain injury and lung complications after emergency surgery. His mother says donations through GoFundMe will help them manage mounting medical and living expenses while she stays by his side.
   

• UVU to Host AI & the Future of Freedom Conference October 21–22 (techbuzznews.com) — Orem residents can attend a free two-day "AI & the Future of Freedom" conference at UVU’s Clarke Building October 21–22, with panels on how artificial intelligence could reshape citizenship, privacy, journalism and government transparency. National and state leaders, including tech entrepreneurs and public officials, will join UVU scholars for conversations and live demos, and locals are encouraged to bring laptops and participate in Q&A sessions.
   

• Best Concerts in Utah This Fall 2026 (onestowatch.com) — Orem music lovers get a marquee visit when the Utah Symphony brings its Stravinsky Firebird Suite program to UVU’s Noorda Center on November 12, with pianist Alexandra Dariescu performing Clara Schumann’s concerto. The broader guide surveys dozens of fall concerts statewide, from arena headliners in Salt Lake City to holiday orchestral and choral events in Ogden, Provo, St. George and Park City.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Update: Pet Reunited
    Ruby, a dog who went missing in Orem, UT, has been safely reunited with their family after 2 hours, 4 minutes. Message from Owner: "She and her son… (Nextdoor Suncrest)
  • Hi everyone!
    I am currently looking for patients for dental hygiene school, specifically the 50+ age range! If you haven’t had your teeth cleaned in 6 months or… (Nextdoor Timpanogos Hospital)
  • Swig posted a job opening for Evening Team Member in Orem. Apply here.
  • Woodbury Corporation posted a job opening for Housekeeper in Orem. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Orem here.

🗞 Nearby News

Lindon

  • The comforting promise Pres. Eyring made during the Montpelier temple dedication (ldsliving.com)
  • Kings Camo Teams With onX Hunt: Great Offer for Hunters (petersenshunting.com)
  • Young service missionaries serve with ‘loving kindness as the Savior would' (thechurchnews.com)

Provo

  • Provo food bank urgently seeks donations to keep up operations (abc4.com)
  • Provo And Ogden Rank Among Nation's Best Neighborhoods (catcountryutah.com)
  • Baby Your Baby- Utah Valley Hospital Expands Newborn ICU to Meet Growing Community Need (kutv.com)

Ok Orem! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Did you hear about the two cell phones who got married?" — They had a great reception (Thank you Hallie H. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Orem

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