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Ogden
Tuesday, December 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Ogden. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 2nd of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ More than 400 donors have helped two local GoFundMe campaigns—one boosting Clearfield resident Bree Cabrera's effort to regain mobility after her wheelchair-accessible van was repossessed, and the other supporting the Mkina family in Ogden after their daughter Martha died in a car accident with over $16,000 of $20,000 and over $6,000 of $7,000 raised respectively. Standard-Examiner
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ After a car crash on Monday night caused a vehicle to slide off the road and dislodge boulders onto the Ogden River Parkway tunnel at Monroe Boulevard, city crews are using heavy equipment to clear the trail—officials say they hope to reopen it today, though no detour is available. FOX 13 News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Asahi Refining is building a new 12,000-square-foot refinery in West Valley City that will open in 2026; its pure gold bars help make gold Utah’s biggest export and over 60% of the project cost will go to local contractors (from its 2024–25 report). The Salt Lake Tribune
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Mt. Joy will headline the Ogden Twilight Concert Series at Ogden Amphitheater on Aug. 25—organizers said lower season ticket rates will be offered until the full lineup is announced. KSL-TV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Negotiators on the overallocated Colorado River may force Utah to cut water use for cities, tribes and farmers—experts say the reduction is needed to address shortages from climate change and low river flows. The seven basin states must agree on a plan by mid-February, and new water restrictions could soon affect drinking supplies and irrigation. The Salt Lake Tribune
- ➤ Utah set tailored water conservation goals for homes, schools and businesses—aiming to reduce use by 16% by 2030—with 15 counties already meeting targets while others like Weber, Juab and Box Elder face challenges; local officials plan to update aging pipelines and adopt drought-friendly landscaping to avoid costly future projects. The Salt Lake Tribune
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Utah Department of Transportation expanded its Roads to Recreation program to include Ogden Valley for drivers heading to winter recreation spots. UDOT said the service offered live updates on road and weather conditions—helping visitors plan safe trips and manage delays. Standard-Examiner
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The Winds of Winter Concert
7:30 PM – 1:30 AM — Weber State University Department of Performing Arts — Free entry — Experience an enchanting evening of wintry classics performed by the Weber State Symphonic Band.
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December Art Stroll at The Local Artisan Collective
6-9 p.m. — The Local Artisan Collective — Costs vary by class — Dive into a festive holiday atmosphere with artisan ornament-making and live demos from local artists.
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Make Your Own Felted Scarf Workshop
3-5 p.m. — The Local Artisan Collective — $59 — Create a cozy, one-of-a-kind felted scarf using nuno felting techniques.
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Crystal Festival – Rock, Mineral, Gem & Crystal Show
10 AM – 8 PM — The Monarch — Free admission — Discover unique crystals, gems, and handcrafted gifts this holiday season.
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Mariachi Herencia De Mexico Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Weber State University Department of Performing Arts — VIP packages available — Experience the vibrant rhythms of Mariachi music live in Ogden.
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The Nutcracker Ballet
7-8:30 p.m. — Peery's Egyptian Theater — $24 - 40.50 — Experience Clara's enchanting journey alongside local dancers and live orchestral music.
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Candlelight Concert: Tribute to Coldplay
6:15-7:14 p.m. — The Monarch — Tickets required — Experience the enchanting melodies of Coldplay performed by a string quartet amidst candlelight.
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Country Dance Night
8:30-10 p.m. — Union Station — $4 before 9, $5 after — Kick up your heels at this lively country dance event for teens and adults.
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Ogden Christmas Village Horse Drawn Carriage Rides
6-10 p.m. — Christmas Village — $55-$120 — Experience festive lights and holiday cheer with a magical horse-drawn carriage ride.
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Pirate Winter Art Camp
1-3 p.m. — The Local Artisan Collective — $29 — Unleash creativity and pirate imagination with map painting, clay coins, and diorama building.
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