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Friday, May 30th, 2025
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Good morning, Ogden. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 30th of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 69-year-old Ogden man died in Idaho when his 2019 Nissan Frontier with a trailer crossed the median on I-84 near Bliss and struck a semitruck – both vehicles caught fire and authorities are investigating the crash. Standard-Examiner
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Ogden Nature Center planned free admission for Black birders and their families from May 27 to May 31 during Black Birders Week but changed its offer after receiving angry calls and messages, including criticism from Sen. Mike Lee who called the promotion racist — the director said the new plan to offer free entry to everyone on Saturday, May 31 fixes the error and welcomes all community members. This move highlights the center’s effort to support a celebration that addresses the historic exclusion of Black birders. The Salt Lake Tribune
- ➤ Music festival season in northern Utah continues in Ogden this weekend with three events: the Ogden Music Festival starts today at Fort Buenaventura with bluegrass and Americana, Ogden’s Own Distillery Summer Live Music Series features local bands on Friday and Saturday night, and the Ogden Twilight Concert Series begins on June 1 with national acts—drawing large crowds to local outdoor venues. The events offer free and low-cost concerts and family-friendly shows—ensuring a lively summer for music fans—as regional festivals run through October. The Ogdenite
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Rocky Mountain Power filed a 130-page rehearing request on Tuesday challenging the Public Service Commission’s decision to approve only a 4.7% rate increase, arguing that limiting its ability to recover full costs is shortsighted and could threaten grid reliability and safety—criticizing the order for ignoring key evidence and regulatory precedent. The utility claims that its financial stability and capacity to invest in wildfire protection and other needed upgrades are at risk. Standard-Examiner
- ➤ Residents attended an open house on Tuesday, May 27 at the Municipal Building to ask city council members and department heads questions about the proposed $289 million fiscal year 2026 budget—changing from the usual online feedback. City Finance Director Justin Sorensen said future opportunities will include public hearings next week and on June 17 with no tax increase. Standard-Examiner
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Farmington Reptile Expo
8 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. — Legacy Events Center East Athletic Fields — $10 General Admission, Kids 6 and under free — Explore a vibrant world of reptiles and take home a scaly companion.
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Great Falls Voyagers at Ogden Raptors
3:30-5:30 a.m. — Lindquist Field — Check local listings for ticket pricing — Cheer on the Ogden Raptors as they face the Great Falls Voyagers in minor league baseball action.
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EHDI/PIP Movie Night: Cars Screening
7-9 p.m. — Utah Schools for the Deaf and the Blind — Free entry — Catch the animated classic Cars with friends and family in a welcoming environment.
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Oakland Ballers vs. Ogden Raptors
5:59-8:59 p.m. — Ogden Raptors Pro Baseball — Check for ticket prices — Experience an exciting Minor League Baseball matchup at Lindquist Field.
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USWRCA Barrel & Pole Jackpot
8 AM – 3 PM — Golden Spike Event Center — Cost details not provided — Experience the thrill of competitive barrel racing and pole bending at this exciting equestrian event.
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Aliens, Outer Space, and Spaceships Art Camp
9:30-11:30 a.m. — The Local Artisan Collective — $29 — Create your own aliens and space diorama in this fun art camp for kids aged 5 and up.
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