Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 25th of June.
Good morning, Ogden.
Ogden City police said that 48-year-old Jennifer Martinez died from a knife wound at her Washington Boulevard home on June 19—her 25-year-old son, Alec Conrad Martinez, was detained at the scene and charged with aggravated murder and disarming a police officer.
Webber County Sheriff’s Office announced the death of Sgt. Brandon Miles, a veteran officer who served from April 2007 until his passing.
Viewings will be held at Lindquist Mortuary (3408 Washington Blvd, Ogden) Sunday from 5 to 8 p.m. and Monday from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m., with a funeral service at 2 p.m. Monday and military honors to follow.
At a Weber County Commission meeting on Tuesday, officials said the video feed was hacked so residents are invited to attend in person.
The commission certified 2025 tax rates, approved a 4.5% transient room tax, raised sewer fees, and advanced projects like closing an old landfill—measures that will impact county services.
Weber State men’s basketball will play a regular season game at Utah State in the second week of the upcoming season—this replaces the planned exhibition in Ogden that was canceled due to geothermal system work at the Dee Events Center, and the team will receive $85,000 from the Aggies.
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.
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.
Jurassic Run 5km
7-9 PM — Ogden's George S. Eccles Dinosaur Park — Entry fee applies — Run through a dino-themed course with family-friendly fun and adventurous twists.
DCI: Drum Corps International
3:30-5:15 a.m. — Stewart Stadium — Tickets available — Experience thrilling musical performances from top drum corps.
Farmers Market Ogden 2025
8 AM - 1 PM — Farmers Market Ogden — Free entry — Explore over 200 local vendors while enjoying food, music, and community activities.
Blues & Brews Festival at Snowbasin
12-6 p.m. — Snowbasin Resort — Ticket options available — Enjoy a dog-friendly outdoor concert series featuring local breweries and national artists amidst beautiful mountain scenery.
Fairies and Gnomes Art Camp
10 a.m. — The Local Artisan Collective — $29 — Create magical fairy wings and gnome hats while painting a whimsical forest scene.
Farmers Market Ogden 2025
8 AM - 1 PM — Farmers Market Ogden — Free entry — Explore a vibrant marketplace with over 200 unique vendors showcasing local produce, artisan goods, and live entertainment.
Big Foot and Forest Friends Summer Art Camp
9:30-11:30 a.m. — The Local Artisan Collective — $29 — Create your own Big Foot painting and forest diorama in a fun art camp for kids ages 5 and up.
Farmers Market Ogden 2025
8 AM - 1 PM — Farmers Market Ogden — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant community market featuring local vendors, food, and entertainment.
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