Good morning, Ogden.

Ogden's Pioneer Days Rodeo kicked off Friday at Spencer Fox Eccles Pioneer Stadium with rodeo events drawing fans to bull riding, saddle bronc riding and other competitions—spectators enjoyed digital scoreboards, live music and drone shows.

The arena upgrades include new box seats and additional improvements while the rodeo will continue daily with specialty events until Pioneer Day on Thursday—tickets range from $20 to $120.

A 34-year-old woman, reported on Sunday for loitering, was arrested after a physical altercation with an Ogden City police officer in which she resisted orders and fought back, breaking the officer’s ankle—she now faces multiple charges and is held at Weber County jail.

On Monday evening, fire crews answered reports of a blaze at an abandoned assisted living facility at the 900 block of Monroe Boulevard (damage was estimated at $700,000) while firefighters worked from the outside to keep the fire from spreading (witnesses saw three juveniles fleeing as investigators follow leads on two suspects).

Two Weber State seniors—offensive lineman Gavin Ortega and fullback Colter May—received votes for the preseason Big Sky all-conference football team during media voting at the Big Sky Kickoff in Spokane.

Weber State’s fall camp will begin on July 30 and the Wildcats will open the season with a game at James Madison on Aug 30.

Local prep sports are gearing up as several high schools will hold showcase football scrimmages on Aug.

8 and Fremont named Heath Madsen head girls soccer coach—Box Elder graduate Jay Macias signed with Northern Arizona for track while Davis High wrestlers Ellis and Stephens earned All-American honors. The Thompson Tough Golf Tournament returns Sept. 8 at Ogden Golf and Country Club to benefit coach Erik Thompson’s ALS fight—adding to a busy season as Bear River seniors received offers from Eastern Oregon after a team camp.

The Raptors lost the series in Idaho Falls—falling by one run on Saturday and Sunday after a big win on Friday—and will return home today to face Boise as manager Kash Beauchamp makes his return.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Pegasus Art Camp

1-3 p.m. — The Local Artisan Collective — $29 — Unleash creativity at this fun arts and crafts session for children.

Stand-Up Comedy with Russ Nagel

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Wiseguys Comedy Cafe — $— Experience a night of laughs with America's Funniest Biker and seasoned comic Russ Nagel, known for his rapid-fire punchlines.

Demolition Derby

7-8:30 p.m. — Golden Spike Event Center — Ticket sales begin May 30 — Experience full-throttle chaos at the fan-favorite demolition derby wrapping up the Weber County Fair.