Ogden Week In Review

I came across this cause today, and, as a very poor child that only ate lunch in school because of a free lunch program, I personally believe this is a very good cause. It seems to be a grass roots movement to solve the issue, and that seems like a good way to do it.
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Friendship Park Heritage Trail Monuments Installed
South Ogden unveiled four new granite monuments along its Heritage Trail, celebrating local history and civic pride.
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Davis High School Sets Passing Record Over Syracuse
Quarterback Tradon Bessinger broke the school record for passing yards and led three receivers over 100 yards in a blowout Region 1 win.
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Weber State Football Conference Play Focus
The Wildcats seek consistency on offense in Big Sky play as coaches and fans look for a breakthrough performance.
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The “W” on the Mountain Goes Live
Ogden’s iconic “W” sign returned to the mountainside, igniting social media debate and plenty of local nostalgia.
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Ogden ‘Surf Wave’ & Park Upgrades
The city moves forward with new youth sports facilities and a surfable wave feature for the Weber River, plus a focus on combating park vandalism.
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Windy’s Sukiyaki Closes—Community Reacts
After decades in business, the beloved Japanese restaurant shut its doors due to economic challenges, drawing heartfelt responses and memories from longtime patrons.
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Medicaid Oversight Audit Report
State auditors criticized the office overseeing Utah Medicaid for failed monitoring, prompting calls for reform.
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Ogden IRS Hiring After Layoffs
The IRS office in Ogden is hiring 300 temporary workers and recalling previously laid-off employees amid new federal funding.
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Weber County Schedules Hearing on Annexing Unincorporated Islands
The Weber County Commission will hold a public hearing September 30 to discuss absorbing several small land islands into Plain City city limits.
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Search Underway for Missing Echo Reservoir Kayaker
Crews and volunteers spent much of the week searching Echo Reservoir after a kayak and jacket were found abandoned; the community has rallied around the family.
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Fremont High “Turning Point USA” Club Draws Community Debate
Following the fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, a controversial club at Fremont High in Weber County found itself center stage in discussions about school activities and political speech.
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Obstruction Charge Filed After Weber County Street Racing Death
A second suspect now faces obstruction charges in connection with a fatal shooting at a west Weber County street race that refocused attention on illegal racing.
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Six-Year-Old Ogden Junkyard Homicide Remains Unsolved
Police are renewing appeals to the public and calling for new DNA tips in a still-unsolved 2019 homicide at an Ogden junkyard.
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Vigil at Weber State Honors Charlie Kirk
More than 250 gathered at WSU to honor controversial activist Charlie Kirk, with speakers urging civility and ongoing engagement in his causes.
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Tornado Levels Three Homes in San Juan County
A tornado near Bluff left three homes destroyed inside the Navajo Nation; local and Red Cross officials immediately moved to support residents.
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Fall Color Peaks Along the Wasatch Front
Locals and visitors alike flocked to area canyons for peak autumn foliage, especially in routes like Snowbasin, Nebo Loop, and the Cottonwoods.
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Utah Humanities Book Festival Visits Wasatch Back/Front
The Utah Humanities Book Festival brought author readings and workshops—including visits from Teow Lim Goh and Kevin Fedarko—to libraries throughout the region.
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Utah Signs Historic Great Salt Lake 2034 Charter
Governor Cox and state leaders launched an ambitious preservation plan for the Great Salt Lake, with $200 million in private sector funding commitments.
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Utah Named “Best State in America” for Third Straight Year
Utah once again ranked #1 in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, crediting its strong fiscal discipline, economy, infrastructure, and public safety.
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BYU Surges into AP Top 25 as Utah Drops Out
BYU football cracked the AP Top 25 after a big win, while a tough loss knocked the University of Utah out of national rankings.
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Redistricting Maps Deepen Salt Lake County Divisions
Utah’s redistricting process released five new congressional district maps, stoking community debate and highlighting political divides in Salt Lake County.
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Southern Utah Tornadoes Confirmed, Homes Destroyed
The National Weather Service has confirmed two EF2 tornadoes hit Southern Utah, destroying multiple homes and leaving residents picking up the pieces.
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2025 Legislative Recap: New Funding and Raises
Governor Cox signed 29 key bills into law this session, including increased funding for colleges and statewide pay raises for public employees.
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September Utah State Bulletin Now Available
The latest bulletin from state government details new rules, regulatory changes, and updates for Utah residents.
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Governor Announces New Executive Orders for Drought and Wildfire
Multiple new executive orders were issued addressing Utah’s ongoing drought and fire risks, as well as government efficiency measures.
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Cache County School District Tax Hike Blocked by State
The Utah State Tax Commission denied property tax increases for Cache County schools, citing lapses in public notice and compliance with transparency laws.
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Utah Humanities Book Festival Brings Authors Statewide
Libraries across Utah hosted nationally recognized authors and local talent for readings, workshops, and literary celebration as the festival moved through communities across the Wasatch Front and Back.
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U.S. Constitution on Display Extended Due to Public Demand
For the first time, the full U.S. Constitution and all 27 amendments are being displayed at the National Archives—an event drawing record crowds and sparking renewed national conversation about Americans’ foundational rights.
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Birthright Citizenship and Constitutional Rights Under Fire
Legal experts and advocates warn that new challenges to the 14th Amendment’s birthright citizenship clause could have sweeping impacts, especially for immigrant families in Utah and beyond.
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Supreme Court Hears Cases on Voting Rights and Federal Oversight
The U.S. Supreme Court took up critical challenges this week on redistricting and voting rights—rulings expected to impact elections and representation in all 50 states.
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Federal Moves to Roll Back Public Lands Conservation Protections
Proposed changes to federal rule-making could weaken protections for millions of acres of public land, with the potential to reshape outdoor access and conservation priorities in Utah.
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Congress Debates Sweeping Economic and Defense Bill Affecting Utah
A comprehensive federal package, dubbed the “One Big Beautiful Bill,” was scrutinized for its likely impacts on Utah’s aerospace, defense, and tech industries through regulatory and funding shifts.
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National Litigation Highlights Voting Rights and Immigration
Federal courts issued new rulings on both immigration enforcement and voting access, with ripple effects for Utah’s legislative landscape.
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Utah Ranked Lowest in Student Debt; University Rankings Shift
Utah’s students incur the least average student loan debt, per recent studies, as state schools’ national rankings saw notable changes.
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ICE Steps Up Immigration Enforcement Across the West
Heightened immigration enforcement and deportations in the western U.S. are making an impact in Utah and surrounding states.
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Experts Warn Supreme Court May Be Tested in a Constitutional Crisis
Analysts caution that increasing gridlock could put new strains on the federal court system’s ability to check executive power and protect constitutional norms.
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Constitution Week Proclaimed Nationwide
The White House and governors across the country called for renewed attention to civil liberties as the United States marked Constitution Week and the document’s 238th anniversary.
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