Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 6th of January.
Good morning, Ogden.
The School and Institutional Trust Funds Office announced $134 million will be given to public schools for the 2026 to 2027 school year (a 20% increase from last year).
Ogden School District will receive $2.1 million to help cut class sizes and boost academic programs.
The Utah Avalanche Center warned on Jan.
5 that heavy snowfall and strong winds had created dangerous avalanche conditions across northern Utah and southeastern Idaho (affecting areas like the Wasatch and Bear River Ranges), so backcountry travelers are urged to carry rescue gear and travel with a partner.
Officials warn that dangerous avalanche conditions persist today on northern Utah mountain slopes — heavy snowfall and strong winds may cause avalanches up to 6 feet deep, so skiers must carry rescue gear and avoid steep, exposed slopes.
Utah mother Heather Van Boerum, who lost both legs in a crash, is helping fellow mom Tamera Kendrick, who lost a leg in Florida, by sharing her recovery journey; Tamera will receive her new prosthetic leg today (at a rehab center in Idaho) and aims to return home soon.
Utah State football hired Skyler Ridley as the new wide receivers coach on Monday morning — leaving Weber State to reorganize its coaching staff.
Ridley reunites with former college mentors as he steps into his role with the Aggies.
Twelfth Night Ball
7-10 p.m. — Two-Bit Bistro — Ticket required — Experience an evening of Regency-era entertainment with social dancing and a traditional Twelfth Night cake.
Community Snowshoeing Adventure
8:30 AM – 2:00 PM — Ogden Nordic Ski Resort — Cost information available upon registration — Enjoy a family-friendly snowshoeing experience with warm drinks and winter fun.
The Charm Bar – Design Your Own Necklace
5-7 p.m. — The Local Artisan Collective — Materials cost may apply — Unleash your creativity and craft a custom charm necklace that reflects your unique style.
A Little Hope - A Lot of Blues
3-7 p.m. — The Monarch — Free entry — Celebrate resilience against January Blues with live blues music and support a local food bank.
Jordan World Circus
1-8 p.m. — Golden Spike Event Center — Fun for all ages — Experience mesmerizing aerialists, thrilling acrobatics, and classic circus performances.
Seed Starting Basics Workshop
4-5 p.m. — Ogden Botanical Gardens — Free entry — Discover the secrets of seed germination and get hands-on experience for your garden this year.
Gray Knight Games Pokémon League Challenge - January
12-4:30 p.m. — Gray Knight Games — $5 entry — Compete in a standard Pokémon tournament and earn prizes as you battle fellow Trainers.
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