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Hi Ogden, we made it to Thursday! In today’s edition: Utah named best place to retire, rescue drones and AI, superhero training camp, and more.
— Cait Baker
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📰 In the news
Smart picks for retirees: A recent feature says Utah might be the best place to retire, thanks to affordability, low property taxes, and outdoor perks, with Ogden and Cedar City highlighted for budget-friendly living — see where $2,000 goes far.
Rescue operations enter new era: Rescue teams are rapidly adopting drones and AI, and Weber County Search and Rescue showcased a heavy lift drone at an international conference, suggesting Ogden-area backcountry responses could soon evolve — learn how teams are adapting.
Community events across Utah: Throughout February, Weber State is hosting Black History Month events marking 100 years of Black History Week, including talks by Sherra Watkins and Desange Keunihira — see what’s planned across Utah.
A celebration of young imagination: K-8 artists from across northern Utah shine in USU’s 7th annual Creativity Unbound exhibit in Logan, featuring over 300 works at the Lyndsley Wilkerson Gallery, free now through March 20 — get all the exhibit details.
Gold & silver are hot: Coming off gold’s best year since 1979, the momentum is carrying well into 2026 with silver remaining one of the most talked-about assets. Curious why precious metals are back in focus? American Hartford Gold has a free guide that explains what’s happening and how people are approaching it today. It’s free – and definitely worth a read.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175 per month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
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Highlights this week:
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🫶 We got your back
Community campaign gains momentum: YCC Family Crisis Center’s Heart of Ogden is back for its fifth year. Watch for 24 bright hearts around town now through March 5, each pointing to crisis help and support. The annual Heart of Ogden gala is moving to the larger Ogden Eccles Conference Center this year. Get all the details.
New path to stable housing: Ogden is moving forward on a four-story, 25-unit apartment building for young adults leaving foster care. The City Council unanimously approved a rezone for the site. The Housing Authority plans 24/7 staffing and a zero tolerance policy on illicit drugs to support residents. Get all the details.
Seasonal plates, zero pretense: Your fridge giving meh? Hearth on 25th cooks with the season, serving locally sourced plates and a cozy, date-friendly vibe. Ideal for a midweek lift or a long weekend linger…think curated dishes, a craft-forward lounge, and that 25th Street charm you never tire of.
Bake smarter this week: Kitchen Kneads stocks sturdy cookware, grain mills, mixers, and bulk baking staples, plus approachable classes that demystify dough and dinner. When inspiration or hunger hits, expect to find gear, ingredients, and a new trick you’ll use.
What do people see when they search your name? Search results can surface past mistakes or outdated information that no longer reflects who you are. BetterReputation helps remove and clean up unwanted content so your online presence matches your real life today. Not worried about yourself? Doesn’t hurt to mention it to family or friends who might be.
Take control of your credit card debt: High interest can keep you stuck paying more than you need to. A balance transfer card with 0% intro APR until 2027 and no annual fee gives you time to pay down what you owe without interest working against you. By transferring your balance, more of your payment goes toward the principal so you can actually make a dent in what you owe.
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📆 Around town this weekend
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🧁 Hands On Macaron @ Kitchen Kneads | Friday (2/27) at 1:00 PM – Skip the bakery case and learn to tame those fussy little French macarons, no passport required. You’ll whip glossy meringue, pipe tidy shells, nail the fillings, and head home with a brag-worthy dozen, supplies included. Perfect for date night, gifting, and humblebragging.
🎨 Live Figure Drawing Workshop @ 9th Muse Academy of Art | Friday (2/27) at 6:00 PM – Think you can only draw stick people? This two-part figure drawing workshop puts you in front of live models, guiding you from observation to confident lines, captured poses, and refined details, so your figures look lively and like you meant it, open to all levels.
🦸 Superhero training camp @ The Kids Patch | Saturday (2/28) at 11:00 AM – Need the littles to burn off enough energy to power the neighborhood grid? This Spidey training camp lets young heroes climb, jump, flip, and conquer webby obstacle courses, with Spider-Man himself coaching, cheering, and posing for photos. Capes optional, smug smiles guaranteed.
🐴 Horse Judging Clinic @ At Ease Ranch | Saturday (2/28) at 11:00 AM – Polish your eye at a horse judging clinic at At Ease Ranch, led by Weber County’s 4th place National Horse Judging Team. Learn what conformation actually means, call gaits without guessing, and finally retire the “I like the shiny one” method.
🐎 Ranch Riding & Speed Barrels @ AH-HA Riding School | Saturday (2/28) at 2:00 PM – Dust off your boots for Ranch Riding and Speed Barrels, a spin for bragging rights and barn gossip. Western attire or your AH-HA tee, AQHA RR Pattern 12 with no loping or sidepass for rookies, $20 your horse, $35 school horse, prepay, enter: https://forms.gle/4HYfLUq66Q7FNMgq7
🔮 Blown Glass (Lampwork) Marble Experience @ The Local Artisan Collective | Saturday (2/28) at 4:00 PM – If you’ve been itching to play with fire without alarming the neighbors, here’s your shot. In this 3-hour lampworking class you’ll safely torch Pyrex, craft at least two marbles, and pick them up next business day, all gear, guidance, and bragging rights included.
💎 Blown Glass (Lampwork) Pendant Experience @ The Local Artisan Collective | Saturday (2/28) at 7:00 PM – If you’ve been itching to play with fire without alarming the HOA, this 3-hour lampworking session lets you torch borosilicate glass into at least two pendants. Materials, instruction, and common sense included, then your creations anneal overnight, ready for pickup the next business day.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Ogden report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 53°F – Low: 37°F – Precip: 17%
A slight chance of rain before 8am. Mostly sunny, with a high near 53. West wind 2 to 6 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 37. Southeast wind around 5 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 58°F – Low: 39°F – Precip: 3%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 58. South wind around 5 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 39.
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🔥 Worth a peek
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