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Thursday, July 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Ogden. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of July.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ On July 14th, Tagge’s Famous Fruit and Veggie Farms placed its 130 acres into a legacy trust to keep the land in agricultural use and prevent development. This move preserves the farm for growing fresh produce — securing local supplies for future generations. The Salt Lake Tribune
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Weber County Sky Monitoring Project, sponsored by the Wasatch Audubon Society in partnership with Audubon Rockies and Great Salt Lake Audubon, is recruiting volunteers to measure night sky brightness to help protect wildlife and human health from light pollution. Volunteers will complete a 90-minute training session (next on Aug 12 at 6 p.m. in Ogden) before joining a two-hour monitoring session scheduled one night between Aug 18 and 27. Standard-Examiner
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Utah Department of Public Safety reported a 70% rise in fentanyl seizures since January as part of the state’s task force to fight the drug crisis—early data also show a 1.5% drop in overdose deaths from 2024 with 2025 numbers trending lower. This effort was launched by the Governor’s Office last year to address gaps in prevention, treatment, and law enforcement. The Salt Lake Tribune
- ➤ During a Tuesday work session, the Ogden City Council discussed proposed airport policy changes—shifting daily management to the Mayor’s executive authority with plans scheduled through March 2026. The council then promoted Ogden Deputy Fire Chief Mike Slater—who joined the department in 1997—as the new fire chief in a unanimous vote following a nationwide search. Standard-Examiner
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A tenth measles case was confirmed in Utah on July 16th by the Department of Health and Human Services. The patient self-isolated at the onset of symptoms — and officials noted that all cases occurred among unvaccinated individuals. Gephardt Daily
- ➤ Utah pediatric dentist Dr. James Bekker will speak at the FDA meeting on July 23 to oppose a ban on children’s fluoride supplements, warning that lawmakers ending water fluoridation may leave kids without a crucial option for dental care—he urged parents to submit comments before midnight Wednesday to show public interest. The Salt Lake Tribune
SPORTS NEWS
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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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2025 Elite Skills Volleyball Camp
9 a.m.-7:30 p.m. — Swenson Gymnasium — Employee discounts available — Hone your volleyball skills with expert coaching in a focused environment.
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Boise Hawks at Ogden Raptors
6:30-8 p.m. — Lindquist Field — Cost varies — Enjoy a thrilling Minor League Baseball matchup in a beautiful outdoor setting.
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Ogden Raptors vs. Boise Hawks
5:59-8:00 p.m. — Lindquist Field — Enjoy a thrilling Minor League Baseball matchup between the Ogden Raptors and Boise Hawks.
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Farmers Market Ogden 2025
2-7 p.m. — Farmers Market Ogden — Free entry — Explore over 200 vendors and enjoy activities, food, and performances at this community celebration.
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Wild Church Hike & Meditation
10:30 AM – 12:30 PM — 29th Street Trailhead — Free — Explore nature on a scenic hike with mindfulness practices and community connection.
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Mermaid Summer Art Camp
9:30-11:30 a.m. — The Local Artisan Collective — $29 — Dive into creativity with a mermaid painting and ocean diorama experience.
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Dragons and Castles Art Camp
10 a.m. - 12 p.m. — The Local Artisan Collective — $29 — Unleash your creativity by designing a dragon and building a castle in clay while learning to paint.
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Farmers Market Ogden 2025
8 AM - 1 PM — Farmers Market Ogden — Free entry — Explore over 200 unique vendors at this vibrant community market featuring local goods and entertainment.
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Pegasus Art Camp
1-3 p.m. — The Local Artisan Collective — $29 — Unleash creativity at this fun arts and crafts session for children.
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