Good morning, Ogden.

Utah students can now bring personal copies of banned books to school after the state board reversed its January guidance following legal review—students still cannot use these books for class assignments.

The update explains that only books used as part of the curriculum remain restricted under state law.

Smoke from the Monroe Canyon Fire in Sevier County and the Dragon Bravo Fire near the Grand Canyon lowered air quality and caused hazy skies along the Wasatch Front on Monday morning.

Winds are expected to shift Tuesday morning—potentially helping to clear the smoke if conditions improve.

An Ogden-area native, Cmdr.

Christian Olsen assumed command of the Block V Virginia-class submarine PCU Arizona on July 11 at the Historic Ship Nautilus in Groton—he grew up in Plain City, attended Fremont High, and played football and water skied on Willard Bay, experiences that helped shape his naval career.

Residents over 18 must now purchase a fishing or hunting license to access 25 wildlife and waterfowl management areas in Northern Utah, with the law taking effect May 7 and licenses costing $40 for state residents and triple for out-of-state visitors—officials say that revenue will support conservation and habitat restoration while exceptions were made for the Bonneville Shoreline Trail and Great Western Trail.

On Sunday afternoon, Chris Sargent hit a three-run homer that tied the game but the Boise Hawks scored in the ninth inning to win 11-9 — splitting their six-game series and putting the Raptors on a three-game skid.

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.

Farmers Market Ogden 2025

8 AM - 1 PM — Farmers Market Ogden — Free entry — Experience local flavors and artisan crafts from over 200 vendors at this beloved community market.