Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 9th of October.
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🏛️ Government
Ogden City is updating its long overdue general plan — community input has shaped the process and a public event is set for Nov.
20 at Union Station. Officials will hold Planning Commission hearings this winter and expect the City Council to adopt the plan by early 2026.
Ogden City Council candidate Kevin Lundell said he wants to slow down rapid economic development so the city can spend more on parks, sidewalks and basic services.
He criticized the WonderBlock tax package for its high cost to city revenue and said he will use social media to keep voters informed—ensuring that residents see a direct return on the city’s growth.
Plaintiffs filed a complaint on Tuesday alleging that lawmakers overstepped their power by passing SB1011 after voting on a congressional map, and they urged Judge Dianna Gibson to block the law as she picks a new map by Nov.
10—claiming it violates Proposition 4 by using an improper partisan test.
Plaintiffs in a redistricting lawsuit asked a judge to block a new law passed in special session today—saying the bill, SB1011, undermines the voter-approved independent redistricting rules of Proposition 4.
The Legislature introduced a new congressional map and added three tests to review fairness, and a hearing on the injunction has not yet been scheduled.
🏈 Sports
Ogden Raptors catcher Chris Sargent was named Pioneer League MVP after breaking the RBI record with 130 RBIs in 80 games and having his contract purchased by the San Diego Padres.
The Utah Mammoth hockey team will celebrate its home opener on Oct. 15 starting at 4 p.m. on the Delta Center outdoor plaza—USU men’s basketball also secured national TV slots including a home game on Jan. 31.
Box Elder senior Parker Lattin bounced back from an offseason injury to win his fourth race at the Region 5 cross country championships held at the Weber County Fairgrounds in Ogden on Oct.
8. He recorded the best time of 15:40.93 — his strong run helped his team finish in second place while he stays determined to improve his speed.
Region 1 champion Syracuse earned a No. 2 seed and first-round bye after a loss to Weber Tuesday night—this means they will host the winner of Cedar Valley and Salt Lake Academy on Oct.
14. St. Joseph also received a first-round bye in the 2A bracket and will play the winner of Enterprise and American Prep at home on Oct. 15.
🎉 Ogden Events
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Halloween Havoc Demolition Derby
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Golden Spike Event Center — Tickets available — Watch thrilling action at one of the most exciting demolition derbies of the year.
The Mitten Durch Rock Experience
3-6 p.m. — The Monarch — Free entry — Celebrate Mental Health Day with an afternoon of great music featuring Blindlove, Cecret Soul, and Sun Tiger.
Country Dance
8:30-10 p.m. — Union Station — $4 before 9 p.m., $5 after — Enjoy a lively evening of community dancing for teens and adults.
Paul Sheffield Stand Up Comedy
7:30-9 p.m. — Wiseguys Comedy Cafe — Entry fee may apply — Enjoy a night of laughs with Wiseguys' favorite Paul Sheffield as he showcases his latest comedy special.
4th Annual Sidewalk Chalk Art Competition
8 a.m. – 5 p.m. — The Local Artisan Collective — Free entry — Celebrate local artistry with a vibrant display of chalk masterpieces along the sidewalk.
Country Dance Night
8:30-10:00 PM — Union Station — $4 before 9, $5 after — Enjoy a lively night of dancing with the community in a friendly atmosphere.
Candlelight Concert: Queen vs. ABBA
6:15-7:15 p.m. — The Monarch — Ticket prices vary — Experience the iconic hits of Queen and ABBA performed by a string quartet under candlelight.
Singles Mingle
7-9 p.m. — Grounds For Coffee 25th — Free entry — Enjoy engaging conversation and casual games in a friendly, no-pressure atmosphere for singles.
Pumpkins: Garden to Kitchen Workshop
4-5 p.m. — Ogden Botanical Gardens — Materials provided — Explore pumpkin varieties and create art with pressed flowers in this festive fall workshop.
Country Dance Night
8:30-10 p.m. — Union Station — $4 before 9, $5 after — Enjoy a lively evening of country dancing with friends and neighbors.
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