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Friday, June 6th, 2025
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Good morning, Ogden. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of June.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Vandals broke into the Roosevelt Elementary School construction site in Washington Terrace early Thursday morning and caused thousands in damage plus the Weber School District is offering a $500 reward for tips to help arrest the suspects. Gephardt Daily
- ➤ Ed Smart recalled the terror of his daughter Elizabeth’s kidnapping from her Salt Lake City home on June 5 — he remembered Lois’s urgent call to the police and the nine months of fear that followed, and he now works with Youth Futures Utah in Ogden to help vulnerable youth. FOX 13 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Ogden City Arts announced that nominations for the Mayor's Awards in the Arts are now open and will be accepted until 4 p.m. July 25, and Ogden Mayor Ben Nadolski will host the ceremony later this year at Browning Theatre at Union Station - a chance for local artists and creatives to be recognized. Standard-Examiner
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Researchers say the hot, dry summer could expose more than 800 square miles of Great Salt Lake bed—this may trigger dust events that carry heavy metals and bacteria to nearby communities. Experts warn that if winds or dry thunderstorms occur, air quality will drop and state action may follow if health issues emerge. KUER
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lawmakers discussed a plan to have school kids and prisoners chew xylitol gum three times a day to help prevent cavities, following Utah's ban on fluoride in drinking water—Xlear offered to supply the gum at cost and the pilot, which would run at about $30 a year per person, has not been acted on yet. The Salt Lake Tribune
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Weber-Morgan Health Department announced this week that a bat from Morgan county tested positive for rabies and issued recommendations to keep pets’ vaccinations current, avoid contact with wild animals, and wash wounds immediately—reminding residents to take necessary precautions as warmer weather increases wildlife activity. Standard-Examiner
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Ogden Gunners, a new collegiate summer baseball team led by Ogden High's coach Kyle Bubak, began playing home games at Serge Simmons Field on June 3 and will play over 60 games through early August. The team features local prep and college players and plans to compete in several states—Idaho, Nevada, and California—while aiming to boost baseball in the community. Standard-Examiner
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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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4-H Livestock Showmanship Show
5-8 p.m. — Ogden — $20 per exhibitor, $10 for Peewee Goats and Bucket Calves — Cheer for 4-H kids as they showcase their skills with a variety of livestock.
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Farmers Market Ogden 2025
2-7 p.m. — Farmers Market Ogden — Free entry — Discover over 200 vendors at this vibrant community market brimming with local produce, artisan goods, and exciting events.
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Northern Colorado Owlz at Ogden Raptors Baseball Game
5:59-8:59 p.m. — Lindquist Field — Tickets required — Catch the excitement of minor league baseball with the Ogden Raptors facing the Northern Colorado Owlz.
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Travis Tate Stand-Up Comedy Show
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Wiseguys Comedy Cafe — Ticketed event — Enjoy relatable humor from Travis Tate, known for his performances on Kill Tony and Dry Bar Comedy.
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