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Saturday, May 3rd, 2025
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Good morning, Ogden. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 3rd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Ogden residents expressed frustration on Saturday when the city fenced off part of Gib’s Loop at Mount Ogden Golf Course over safety concerns from stray golf balls, and over 1,000 signatures were collected on a petition urging officials to reconsider the change. Volunteers helped trail users from May 1 through today, and locals asked city leaders to explore alternative solutions — noting the trail is a key part of their outdoor lifestyle. KSL-TV
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A University of Utah report found that in 2024 residents paid 11.33 cents per kilowatt-hour—about one third lower than the national average—while electricity use hit a record high even as coal’s share dropped to 46% with only five active mines. Coal power has fallen nearly 60% since 2008 and solar plus natural gas production have increased to meet growing demand. The Salt Lake Tribune
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A New York-based company named Odyssey was chosen Friday to manage Utah’s $100 million voucher program, Utah Fits All, after the state ended its previous contract. The company— which had management issues in Idaho— will start a two-year contract on May 16 as the state works to appeal a ruling that declared the program unconstitutional. The Salt Lake Tribune
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On May 1, the Utah Department of Agriculture and Food opened applications for $1,000,000 in grants to help local food and agriculture businesses process more Utah-grown products—this effort is meant to strengthen the local food supply. Q&A sessions are scheduled on May 7 from 6-8 p.m. and June 4 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., and applications will close on June 8. Standard-Examiner
- ➤ The SUN Bucks program will give families on SNAP, TANF or Medicaid an extra $120 per eligible school-age child for groceries this summer when school ends, aiming to help ease food insecurity. Children in free or reduced-price lunch programs will be automatically enrolled+ families can use the benefits at SNAP-approved stores and farmers markets. Standard-Examiner
SPORTS NEWS
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Comedy Night with Seth Tippetts
7:30-9 p.m. — Wiseguys Comedy Cafe — Tickets required — Enjoy laughs as Seth Tippetts brings his unique storytelling and wit to the stage.
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Weber FOP Cornhole Tournament
11 AM – 1 PM — Mt. Ogden Pickleball Courts — $20 team entry — Test your skills at cornhole for a great cause benefiting First Responder Wellness.
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Aerospace and Defense Acceler8 Wasatch 2025
9 AM – 2 PM — Union Station — Registration required — Explore innovative technologies and connect with aerospace and defense leaders.
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Country Dance Night
8:30-10:00 p.m. — Union Station — $4 before 9, $5 after — Enjoy a lively evening of community dancing with great company.
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Mother’s Day Modern Calligraphy Workshop
5:30-7 p.m. — Sapori Italian Bakery & Cafe — Ticketed entry — Explore the art of modern calligraphy and enjoy a crafty night out with snacks and drinks available.
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Ogden 12km
7 AM – 6 PM — Ogden Utah — Registration fee required — Experience a scenic point-to-point race through Ogden Canyon with a vibrant finish in downtown.
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Country Dance Event
8:30-10:00 p.m. — Union Station — Only $4 before 9, $5 after — Dance the night away with community vibes and country tunes.
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Jordan Makin Comedy Show
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Wiseguys Comedy Cafe — Rated PG — Enjoy a night of laughter with Jordan Makin's humorous takes on fitness tracking and improv beefs.
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Jordan Makin Live
7:30-9 p.m. — Wiseguys Comedy Cafe — Rated PG — Enjoy a night of laughs with Jordan Makin, a star of Dry Bar Comedy, known for his humorous takes on improv and fitness.
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Live Music at Peddler’s Cafe
10 AM – 12 PM — Peddler’s Cafe & Catering — Free entry — Enjoy live music while supporting local arts and community spirit.
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