Good morning, Ogden.

Newgate Mall is launching its first-ever Back-to-School Style Contest from August 3 to August 9 to let retailers showcase outfits and support local students.

Shoppers will vote in the Dillard’s Court area and enter a drawing for a $250 shopping spree while retailers may donate outfits to a school drive through United Way of Northern Utah — the store with the most votes will win a pizza party for its staff.

Three local events offer entertainment this week as the Ogden Twilight Concert Series will host Band of Horses with Blind Pilot and Wet World at the Ogden Amphitheater on July 30 between 5 and 10 p.m.—the Morgan County Fair is ongoing at Morgan County Fairgrounds since July 26 with livestock events, a rodeo and parade—and the Water Lantern Festival will be held at Jensen Nature Park in Syracuse on August 2 starting at 6 p.m.

Today, Museums at Union Station in Ogden offer a closer look at off-display items that tell local history, including a 1936 Ogden Pioneer Days souvenir program and a 19th-century Valentine’s Day card from the Myers-Shrider Collection.

Museum Administrator Hope Eggett said appointments for research and potential future exhibitions are available (and plans are underway to expand digital access to the collection).

A new guide shows many events in Northern Utah from July 26 to August 3, including sports tournaments, art shows, outdoor markets and concerts in spots like Ogden and Roy.

The list gives key details on times and places such as the Ogden Summer Slam tournament+ Historic 25th Street Farmers Market, helping locals plan their week.

The abandoned Mountain West Meats near 37th Street and Quincy Avenue caused spoiled meat to emit a strong odor that affected nearby residents for weeks.

City officials were notified in June and on July 16 used legal channels to gain access, and cleanup crews from Servpro have been ventilating the building — officials say the area remains safe.

Ogden Raptors catcher Chris Sargent hit a home run in the sixth inning and drove in the winning run with a walk-off hit in the bottom of the ninth as his team won 5-4 over the Boise Hawks at Lindquist Field.

His strong performance extended a streak of five straight home run games and brought his season total to 89 RBIs — a top figure in the league.

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.

Ogden Raptors vs. Northern Colorado Owlz Game

1-2:30 p.m. — Lindquist Field — Ticketed event — Watch the Ogden Raptors battle the Northern Colorado Owlz in an exciting minor league baseball matchup.

FREE Community Craft Night

5:30-7:30 p.m. — The Local Artisan Collective — Free entry — Bring your supplies and connect with fellow creatives while sharing project ideas and receiving feedback.

Jeff Allen Live Comedy Show

6:30-8 p.m. — Wiseguys Comedy Cafe — Cost info not specified — Enjoy family-friendly humor from Jeff Allen, renowned for his rapid-fire jokes about marriage and family.

Mariachi Sol de México Concert

8-10 p.m. — Ogden Amphitheater — Tickets available — Experience a vibrant night of tradition and celebration with Mariachi Sol de México de Jóse Hernàndez.