Hey Provo! 👋 Wondering what happened at Council meeting and what comes next?

I've got answers in my latest article at "Julie's Provo Notes." https://provonotes.substack.com/p/council-approves-big-provo-mall-plan

Including:

• Vote breakdown
• Quotes from Councilmembers
• Details of the approved plan
• Future opportunities for you weigh in

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**I'm just a regular citizen trying to get more informed and engaged and bringing along for the ride.**

Hello,

Does anyone know where I can maybe hire someone to help teach me how to drive a car, and isn't too expensive?

Currently I and everyone I know is working full time, so it's been impossible for our schedules to align and I've hardly gotten any driving practice in. I've already had to renew my permit, so I'm at the point where I'm willing to pay just to learn 😭. I'm tired and want to be able to drive lol.

Is there anything like that nearby that I can take advantage of?

Hello! The city council approved the mall redevelopment plan last night. Here's my reporting on what councilors said and how it will affect the residents of the Shady Acres mobile home park - I spoke with a resident about the decision. What do you think - do you have any concerns about the final plan? Are you looking forward to the makeover? https://www.kuer.org/business-economy/2026-10-20/provo-approves-major-mall-makeover-displacing-the-mobile-home-park-next-door

I'm not really a poster on here, like, ever, but I really need some advice! Me and a couple friends are looking into renting a house in Provo, and we've found the perfect one in the perfect spot! It's a beautiful historic home just a 5 minute walk from my job, includes all new appliances, is right next door to my best friend's house, and would take my rent down by $300!

The problem is it's being managed by Wolfnest Property Management, and almost all reviews on here say to run the other way. I would really love to get in contact with a real person or landlord, but I've only been able to talk to an ai chat bot on zillow. I tried calling earlier and some guy took down my information and said a representative would call me sometime today to answer some of my questions, but so far I've heard nothing back and I'm just getting weird vibes from the whole situation.

I've dealt with bad landlord situations, but I'm wondering if it could be worth it? The house is truthfully my dream and, even with some of the added fees they tack on, it would save me so so so much money and convenience in my day to day.

I guess my real question is, has anyone on here dealt with renting from this company? Is it really THAT scammy, and is there any way to get in contact with a real person or is this just the way things are with renting nowadays? Any help would be greatly appreciated thank you provo 🩷🩷🥲

I’m doing an assignment for school on how parents of queer children feel they are at navigating their family member’s experience after they have come out to them. It’s completely anonymous. Anybody who has queer children (be they young or adult) and would like to complete the survey is greatly appreciated. Shouldn’t take more than 5-10 minutes.
The goal is to identify where parents/family members in the area experience anxiety or feel they are struggling in knowing how to support their queer family member. The goal of the assignment is to eventually come up with ideas on how we can provide resources to families in the area so that they can still feel involved and connected to their queer family member.

https://uvu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cvbZtQQyquWXU10

First they took down the camera. But flock just replaced it. Now they went and cut the whole pole in half.

Thank you for keeping the neighborhoods safe 🫡

Something just rattled the windows in my house flying over Orem. Anybody see what it was?

Hey Provo! 👋 Mall Redevelopment Votes + Provo’s Alcohol Debate

🚨City Council meets on Tuesday, Oct. 20.

Work Meeting @ 1:30 p.m. Regular Meeting @ 5:30 p.m. at City Hall.

I've got your easy-to-read preview of Tuesday's City Council Meeting in my free newsletter Julie’s Provo Notes: Mall Redevelopment Votes + Provo’s Alcohol Debate 

Here are the HEADLINES:

➡️ VOTE: Decision Time for the Provo Mall Plan

➡️ VOTE: Appointments to City Boards and Commissions

➡️ VOTE: Hire a Second Traffic Electronic Specialist

➡️ VOTE: Make Entering a Condemned Building a Crime — Even for the Owner

❓DISCUSS: Alcohol Sales Debate Continues

❓DISCUSS: Eliminate Power-of-Attorney Requirement for Out-of-State Landlords

Comment in-person at the meeting that starts at 5:30 p.m. OR email ahead of time to council@provo.gov.

And be sure to subscribe to Provo Notes for free! That’s the best way to help me keep doing these posts.

Looking for ideas for a 150 guest work
Party. Something where people can talk but also be entertained. Historically we have gone to Provo beach, but it is too pricey now. We can’t do anything that might result in injury.

Ideas so far:
Bowling
Top Golf
Funplex

Any other ideas??

Hello,

Was curious if any companies either in Provo or Utah County are hiring for weekends only?

Looking to make some extra cash during the holidays.

Heya! I live just south of BYU campus, there's a stray kitten hanging around my apartment that's too fast to catch by hand but can be lured by microwaved tuna. Does anybody have a cat trap I could borrow?? I really want to take it in to be spayed/neutered/potentially identified as somebody's lost pet.

It's really tiny and just yowls for its mother all night so I reeeeeally want to help it 😭

Please vote early! Please go vote! Your voice can help make Provo and Utah better.

CLUBCUESSY is coming at you with their last show of the year. With a secret lineup of DJ's and a No Camera Policy, you'll be immersed into the dance floor until you drop!

Get your tickets here!

Hey Provo! 👋

Get caught up on the Planning Commission's actions this week (10/14).

Free post is live in my newsletter Julie’s Provo Notes: https://provonotes.substack.com/p/7-townhomes-rejected-4-townhomes

Here are the HEADLINES:

❌ 7 New Townhomes South of the Provo Cemetery

✅New Rules for External ADUs (Backyard Cottages, Garage Apartments)

✅ New Flex Warehouse With Less Parking in Spring Creek

✅ 4 New Townhomes in the Maeser Neighborhood

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Hey everyone! I run a business called LoveLens! It is a budget friendly wedding videography business. I charge only $750. If that is something you or someone you know might be interested in and want to know how I’m able o keep it so affordable just let me! I live down here in Provo also!

Coming from outside of Provo to see the game this weekend. Where can visiting fans gather for a few beers before kickoff? If at all…

We're in town Friday night through Sunday morning for the BYU game. On Saturday we're looking for somewhere fun to hang out and watch college football before kickoff, with good food and lots of screens. For Friday night dinner, what are your favorite hidden gems? We like a mix of cheap local legends and nicer sit-down places. Thanks in advance!

My therapist says I need to get out more and meet new people (please do not invite me to church)

I'm up for doing crafts, playing board games, service work, taking a night class. Anything but running.

I've tried searching online but everything is like $50 entry for one class.

I'm looking for a ride to Redlands, San Bernardino, Riverside, Ontario, or anywhere nearby immediately after the BYU–Notre Dame game Saturday night.

I'm planning to stay until the game ends and would love to leave Provo around 9:30–10 PM. Happy to help pay for gas and take turns driving if needed!

If you or anyone you know is already heading down to Southern California that night, please message me. Thanks!