Tuesday, August 5th, 2025

Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Daily Ogden.
Good morning, Ogden. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 5th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Residents affected by the Monroe Canyon Fire met Monday evening at Snow College in Richfield, where officials said the wildfire, which burned over 62,000 acres since July 13, is 13% contained and that evacuation orders for Burrville and a nearby RV park have been lifted—although cabins on the mountain remain inaccessible due to ongoing high winds and dry conditions. KSL-TV
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 41-year-old man, Ryan Staggers, known as Tortuga + Uncle Turtle, drowned at Willard Bay State Park over the weekend after falling from an inflatable raft at about 4:45 p.m. and was recovered around 11 p.m. without a life jacket. FOX 13 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Ogden Valley residents will vote on Aug. 12 in the municipal primary to choose candidates for a new city council; candidates for Districts 3 and 5 shared their plans, work history, and ideas for handling growth and budget challenges. They stressed transparency and ethical actions—points they say will keep our valley’s rural character intact—while preparing to build a strong local government. Standard-Examiner
- ➤ Ogden Valley City Council candidates for District 4 have shared their plans ahead of the primary on Aug. 12 so residents can learn how they want to handle growth, water, and land use+ and keep the valley's rural character. Their detailed responses offer key information to help voters shape their new local government. Standard-Examiner
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR This compact, easy-to-use rangefinder is packed with features like slope adjustment, flag-lock with vibration feedback, and a USB-C rechargeable battery. Lightweight and accurate, it’s a great choice for casual or beginner golfers looking for reliable performance. The Buy
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Daily Ogden.
-
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.
-
Farmers Market Ogden 2025
8 AM - 1 PM — Farmers Market Ogden — Free entry — Explore over 200 unique vendors and enjoy food, music, and activities in a festive outdoor market atmosphere.
-
Hot Buttered Rum Concert
12-3 a.m. — Earl’s Lodge — Ticket prices vary — Experience the danceable roots music of Hot Buttered Rum alongside the soulful sounds of Madeline Hawthorne.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.

A Budget-Friendly Golf Rangefinder with Premium Features
The REVASRI NK‑1000 rangefinder is a surprisingly capable option for golfers who want accuracy without spending a fortune.
Priced under $50, it includes features like slope adjustment, flag-lock with vibration feedback, and a rechargeable USB-C battery. Plus, it’s compact and lightweight, easily locks onto targets, and seamlessly switches between yards and meters. It’s a great pick for casual or new golfers looking for reliable performance at a wallet-friendly price point.
Bonus: Shop more top-rated and best-selling golf products.
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Daily Ogden.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The chains of habit are too light to be felt until they are too heavy to be broken.
Know who said this? Send us an email!
Reveal the authorAbout Daily Ogden
Welcome to the Daily Ogden, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Ogden, Utah community. If you like the Daily Ogden, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Ogden.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Ogden and across Utah. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Daily Ogden
A free Ogden community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.

© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://dailyogden.com/sitemap