Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 22nd of May.
Good morning, Ogden.
Ogden will host the ribbon cutting for the new Marshall N.
White Community Center tonight from 5 to 7 p.m.—an open house with guided tours and interactive program demonstrations will follow, and the center will officially open for public use tomorrow at 6 a.m.
Gov Spencer Cox warned on May 20 that wildfires could spread across Utah after a dry winter and urged residents to secure potential fire hazards—such as unattended campfires and dragging chains—as parts of the state face rising fire potential in early summer.
On May 12, sensors near the Great Salt Lake measured elevated dust levels even though narrow plumes were not fully captured, state environmental officials said.
The Utah Department of Environmental Quality is working to add more monitors—despite high costs and technical challenges—to better track dust storms and protect public health.
Beaver Valley Hospital used Medicaid funds to grow its network from a 25-bed facility to 44 nursing homes.
Critics say Utah might owe millions in federal paybacks if funds were misused—raising oversight concerns—and warning that care issues may harm patients.
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.
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.
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.
Whose Live Anyway? Show
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Peery's Egyptian Theater — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of spontaneous improv and laughter from talented performers.
Yuba Sutter High Wheelers vs. Ogden Raptors
5:59-10:30 p.m. — Lindquist Field — Costs vary — Catch the Ogden Raptors take on the Yuba-Sutter High Wheelers in a thrilling baseball matchup.
Ogden Music Festival featuring Kaia Kater
5-11 p.m. — Fort Buenaventura Park — Ticket info available — Experience a fantastic lineup of bands and a lively festival atmosphere to kick off your summer.
Farmers Market Ogden 2025
8 AM - 1 PM — Farmers Market Ogden — Free entry — Explore over 200 unique vendors, enjoy live performances, and participate in community yoga.
Basketball Camp: Playmaker College
9 a.m.-4 p.m. — Ogden High School — $795 — A comprehensive camp for serious basketball players to enhance their skills and mindset.
Country Dance Night
8:30-10:00 p.m. — Union Station — $4 before 9, $5 after — Enjoy an evening of lively country dancing and community fun.
Historic 25th Street Car Show
5-9 p.m. — Historic 25th Street — Free entry — Discover over 300 classic and vintage vehicles while enjoying local art and dining.
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