Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 17th of August.
Good morning, Ogden.
North Ogden City downgraded evacuations to green early Saturday for residents east of 1050 East and north of 2850 North because the Willard Peak fire remained at 577 acres with 41% containment—residents are urged to prepare as hazards may still threaten their homes.
Residents in North Ogden returned to their homes on Thursday after a car fire caused evacuations near Willard Peak—fire crews made progress so the order was downgraded to green by Saturday and officials urged residents to stay ready if another evacuation is needed.
Roy police have set a curfew for minors from midnight to 6 a.m. to stop the rise of graffiti in public parks—police say they have a list of suspects but no arrests yet while residents worry about the high cost of repairs.
Utah Attorney General Derek Brown and attorneys general from 36 states sent a letter urging Meta to limit the new Instagram Map feature—designed to show users' live locations—to protect minors and alert adults about privacy risks.
The letter calls for prohibiting location sharing by minors and clear warnings for users while allowing an easy opt-out.
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.
A Journey into Mixed Media Art
5-10 p.m. — The Local Artisan Collective — $65-$125 — Explore your creativity and learn mixed media techniques to create a unique canvas.
Farmers Market Ogden 2025
8 AM - 1 PM — Farmers Market Ogden — Free entry — Experience a vibrant community market with local vendors, food, and entertainment for all ages.
Boise Hawks vs. Ogden Raptors
6:30-8 p.m. — Lindquist Field — Cost varies — Enjoy an exciting Minor League Baseball showdown between local favorites and visiting teams.
Boise Hawks vs. Ogden Raptors
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Lindquist Field — Ticket prices vary — Catch an exciting minor league baseball face-off between the Boise Hawks and Ogden Raptors.
John Moyer: Comedy Hypnosis
7:30-9 p.m. — Wiseguys Comedy Cafe — Tickets available — Enjoy an unforgettable evening filled with laughter and awe at John Moyer's comedic hypnosis show.
Boise Hawks at Ogden Raptors
6:30–8:00 p.m. — Lindquist Field — Tickets available — Catch an exciting Minor League Baseball game featuring the Ogden Raptors against the Boise Hawks.
Boise Hawks at Ogden Raptors Game
1-2:30 p.m. — Ogden Raptors Pro Baseball — Tickets available — Catch the exciting Minor League Baseball action as the Boise Hawks face off against the Ogden Raptors at beautiful Lindquist Field.
Oops I Arted Fall Homeschool Semester 2025
4:30-5:30 p.m. — The Local Artisan Collective — $199 — Inspire creativity in your child through engaging art projects and techniques.
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