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Today's riddle: What did one wall say to the other? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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• Utah Drops Doxing Investigation Into College Republicans (insidehighered.com) — A University of Utah investigation into two College Republicans, sparked by their posts about a student's "Happy Kirkiversary" cake marking Charlie Kirk's killing at Utah Valley University in Orem, has been dropped for lack of evidence. The dean apologized for the turmoil, and the case has prompted a review of how the school balances free speech with misconduct rules.
• Sister Yee invites Utah Valley Institute students to be the Lord's hands in caring for those in need (deseret.com subscription) — Students at the Utah Valley Institute of Religion in Orem heard Sister Kristin M. Yee urge them to change the world through Jesus Christ during a Sunday devotional. She emphasized the power of baptismal and temple covenants and priesthood authority in their callings, inviting local young adults to see themselves as the Lord's hands in caring for those in need.
• Apple Mountain LLC leaders named 2026 IFA Franchisees of the Year (utahbusiness.com) — Apple Mountain LLC, which operates the Applebee's in Orem along with 10 other locations, has been named 2026 Franchisees of the Year by the International Franchise Association. The Murray-based company credits its team members and community focus, highlighting recent restaurant upgrades, new technology, and local partnerships that could shape the dining experience for Orem guests.
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: I'll meet you at the corner! (Thank you Gary M. for sending it in!)
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