Framed by brilliant autumn foliage and the snow-capped Chugach Mountains, the Anchorage Alaska Temple has entered the final months of construction. Landscaped planting beds have been established around the building, with young trees, shrubs, and other plantings taking shape across the grounds. Asphalt paving has been completed across much of the parking areas and drives, while interior finish work progresses. The original temple will continue to operate on the southeast corner of the property until March 22, 2027, when it will close permanently in preparation for demolition. An open house for the new temple is scheduled to follow in May.

The first episode of the new video series “Dedicate” has been released, as part of the global Salt Lake Temple Celebration. A premiere screening was held at the Legacy Theater on Temple Square yesterday. “Dedicate” follows seven young adults from Brazil, France, Ghana, Japan, Mexico, the Philippines and the United States as they explore the Salt Lake Temple, meet with Church leaders and navigate questions of faith, purpose and spiritual growth. They share personal experiences as they deepen their understanding of temples and strengthen their faith in Jesus Christ.

Excavation for the foundation of the Colorado Springs Colorado Temple is underway, with crews carving out the footprint of the future house of the Lord. Broad areas of the 18.6-acre property have been graded, while deeper excavation is visible near the center of the site. The construction follows last month's groundbreaking ceremony. A meetinghouse and grounds maintenance building will also be built on the property.

Preliminary utility and infrastructure work to support the future Yuma Arizona Temple will begin soon, following approvals from the City of Yuma. The approvals allow the Church to begin initial preparation work on the nearly 7-acre site, located at the corner of East 36th Street and South 8 East Avenue in Yuma. This includes grading and the installation of underground utility infrastructure such as water, sewer and electrical service connections to the city’s existing systems. Design work on the temple continues, and a date for an official groundbreaking ceremony has not yet been announced.