Good morning, Ogden.

Lehi's Jewish community celebrated its first Chanukah Monday night at Thanksgiving Point with enhanced security after a deadly attack in Australia, where families gathered to light a menorah + leaders urged continued solidarity; additional lightings are planned for Wednesday at Salt Lake City Hall and Sunday in Millcreek.

Local city and nonprofit leaders, including Mayor Nadolski, discussed overcoming resource competition by aligning efforts to meet community needs like preschool access.

They will work to shift the traditional scarcity mindset + improve collaboration among Ogden nonprofits to better serve residents.

Gas prices in Utah dropped on Monday when AAA reported an average of $2.80 per gallon.

Ogden drivers paid around $2.69 while Fillmore offers gas for $2.09 at the 76 station on Park Avenue, though prices in nearby states remain lower.

Indigenous author Darcie Little Badger canceled her talk at Weber State University’s Annual Native Symposium after receiving a list of prohibited words—Bias, Critical Race Theory and Oppression.

Weber State will revise its guidance to better support academic freedom while complying with House Bill 261.

Farm Bureau groups from seven states sent a joint letter to Interior Secretary Doug Burgum ahead of the Colorado River conference in Las Vegas this week to stress that water cuts may affect food and drinking water; Utah’s pilot program pays growers for water savings at the Wasatch Front.

The Utah Avalanche Center advises mountain-goers to review avalanche safety before heading into the backcountry this season and recommends carrying a beacon, shovel, probe, and airbag while checking the latest forecast.

Santa visited the NICU at Ogden Regional Medical Center Monday morning, bringing warmth and holiday cheer to babies, parents and staff.

Families said the visit lifted spirits ahead of the holiday season.

Bonneville High School on Washington Terrace announced Utah State alum Connor McGuire as its new head football coach last week.

McGuire served as Roy’s offensive coordinator and assistant and is set to lead the team after an 0-10 season.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Country Dance

8:30-10 p.m. — Union Station — $4 before 9, $5 after — Enjoy an evening of community fun with country dancing for teens and adults.

Twelfth Night Ball

7-10 p.m. — Two-Bit Bistro — Ticket required — Experience an evening of Regency-era entertainment with social dancing and a traditional Twelfth Night cake.