Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 30th of August.
Good morning, Ogden.
🚨 Crime
ICE arrested John Shin, a former violinist with the Utah Symphony and Ballet West who taught music—he is now held in an Aurora detention center while he awaits a Sept.
2 immigration hearing.
On Friday, a long procession moved through Box Elder County to honor fallen Sgt. Lee Sorensen—shot on Aug.
17 during a domestic violence call—as hundreds of community members lined the road while police vehicles and a horse-drawn carriage carried his casket to East Garland Cemetery.
🎭 Culture
Wild Spirit is a new documentary that will show the struggles of the Wildlife Rehabilitation Center of Northern Utah as it moved from its old building to a temporary facility—highlighting its two-and-a-half-year journey.
The film will premier next month at 6:30 p.m. at the Tracy Aviary Nature Center’s Pia Okwai facility, part of the Rescuers series that aims to bring support to animal rescues.
🏛️ Government
Last Friday, Judge Dianna Gibson ruled that the current congressional maps must be replaced and set a proposed timeline for a lawful redistricting process for the 2026 elections.
State lawmakers are asking for a pause—possibly to appeal—as attorneys work to agree on deadlines, with maps currently due by Sept. 24 and the possibility of needing an extension for the Nov. 1 submission.
🏈 Sports
On Friday night, Ogden beat Carbon 43-7 when Blake Weston threw three touchdown passes and the defense kept Carbon from scoring—Clearfield also won 23-7 when senior running back Sean Brant rushed for 175 yards and a touchdown.
Other teams like Syracuse, Morgan and Salem Hills played competitive games that kept local fans excited.
🎉 Ogden Events
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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.
Oops I Arted Fall Homeschool Semester 2025
1-2 p.m. — The Local Artisan Collective — $199 — Inspire creativity in your kids with a semester of engaging art exploration and skills development.
Goat Rattler 100 Ultramarathon
Challenging ultramarathon — 101 miles — McGriff Park — Entry fee required — Tackle breathtaking trails with stunning views and significant elevation gain.
Farmers Market Ogden
8 a.m.–1 p.m. — Farmers Market Ogden — Free entry — Explore over 200 unique local vendors while enjoying live performances and community yoga.
Mendelssohn’s Violin Concerto & Beethoven’s Symphony No. 4
7:30-9 p.m. — Browning Center at WSU — Tickets available — Experience a night of masterful orchestral performances featuring Mendelssohn and Beethoven.
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