The location of the Norfolk Virginia Temple was announced today as a 23-acre property located at the northwest corner of Harbour View Boulevard and Bridge Road in Suffolk, Virginia. Plans call for a one-story temple of 18,850 square feet with an adjacent distribution center. There is currently one dedicated temple in Virginia, one under construction, and two in planning for the areas of Norfolk and Roanoke.

An aerial view of the north end of the Smithfield Utah Temple showcases the stunning symmetry of the sacred structure and its landscaped grounds. In the distance, the iconic lighted towers of the Logan Utah Temple are visible. The historic design selected for the Smithfield temple honors the pioneer heritage of the region and harmonizes with the valley's first temple. Open house and dedication dates will be announced once construction has been completed.

Five years ago, the original copper roof sheathing on the Salt Lake Temple was completely removed and replaced with a temporary roof to allow for the installation of additional steel trusses. New copper sheathing is now being installed, which glitters under the sunlight. The majority of the scaffolding has been removed from the north and west sides of the temple, offering an unobstructed view of the historic building that has not been seen for years.

Inside the Kona Hawaii Temple, crews have installed the concrete support for the baptismal font, and framing of the interior rooms is underway. On the exterior, stone cladding panels are being attached to the insulated concrete form blocks. The temple has been closed for renovation since the end of September 2023. The temple is being expanded by approximately 2,500 square feet and constructed to modern standards.