Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 16th of October.
Good morning, Ogden.
SafeUT app reported the highest number of threat-related tips ever during the 2025 fiscal year, recording 342 emergency interventions (199 for suicide, 127 for harm to others, and 16 for harm to self and others) with about 70% of incidents de-escalated by counselors instead of law enforcement.
At the 78th annual Iron Horse game on Oct.
15, the coaches from Ben Lomond and Ogden held a moment of silence before the game — following a fatal shooting that killed one Ben Lomond student, Ogden won 37-6 in a game that reflected the teams' effort to show unity in a difficult week.
Ogden junior Avery Barton renewed her status as a state favorite by winning her third regular-season cross country meet on Tuesday at Weber County Fairgrounds with a 3-mile time of 17:40.60—helping her team secure a title with five other top finishes.
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.
Ogden Home Show 2025
All day — Golden Spike Event Center — Admission varies — Explore the latest in home improvement products and interact with industry professionals.
Veterans Tribute Run
2-5 p.m. — First United Methodist Church — Donations accepted — Participate in a fast and flat 5K supporting veterans at the George E Wahlen Veterans Home.
Code Blue Revival – Tribute to Simon & Garfunkel
7:30-9 p.m. — Peery's Egyptian Theater — Free entry — Celebrate the timeless music of Simon & Garfunkel with the beloved Code Blue Revival band.
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