Good morning, Ogden.

On Dec. 4, Ogden resident Jim Ure rode the FrontRunner from Ogden Central Station to Salt Lake Central, paying $5.50 (half-price senior rate) and finding the trip a cost-saving alternative to driving even after a 7-minute delay from a freight derailment; transit officials discussed future fare adjustments for improved service.

Ogden’s First Friday Art Stroll is set for Friday from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Atlas Tea Company on Washington Blvd + it will feature artwork by Emma Zaugg.

Bill White—owner of the historic Huntsville Trappist Monastery farm—has entered a water banking deal that leases part of his water rights to benefit the Great Salt Lake while saving water for future agricultural use.

Legislators like Rep. Koford will propose bills in January to simplify these deals.

Weber County officials are installing gates at both ends of the North Ogden Divide to temporarily close the roadway during avalanches or dangerous winter weather — work in the Liberty area and on the western side is expected to finish within about a month.

Weber State men’s basketball is 6-7 entering conference play after competitive nonconference games showed both strong plays and tight margin losses.

Coach Eric Duft said players are learning to manage expanded roles as they prepare for their 2 p.m. New Year’s Day home game + a test against Portland State.

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.

Community Snowshoeing Adventure

8:30 AM – 2:00 PM — Ogden Nordic Ski Resort — Cost information available upon registration — Enjoy a family-friendly snowshoeing experience with warm drinks and winter fun.

The Charm Bar – Design Your Own Necklace

5-7 p.m. — The Local Artisan Collective — Materials cost may apply — Unleash your creativity and craft a custom charm necklace that reflects your unique style.

A Little Hope - A Lot of Blues

3-7 p.m. — The Monarch — Free entry — Celebrate resilience against January Blues with live blues music and support a local food bank.

Jordan World Circus

1-8 p.m. — Golden Spike Event Center — Fun for all ages — Experience mesmerizing aerialists, thrilling acrobatics, and classic circus performances.