Friday, February 27th, 2026
Good morning, Logan. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of February.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Zootah will open its doors on March 6 (11 a.m. to 4 p.m.) with free admission so visitors can meet a variety of animals. The Herald Journal
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Renewable energy production in Utah has grown as solar use nearly doubled from 2020 to 2024, keeping local electricity bills among the nation’s lowest, according to research. Regional pressures such as hotter summers and grid upgrades may drive changes going forward — residents should stay aware. KVNU
- ➤ Utah’s renewable energy rose from 12.5 percent to nearly 21 percent between 2020 and 2024 + projected electricity bills remain among the lowest in the nation, easing energy cost concerns despite growing grid challenges. Cache Valley Daily
- ➤ The U.S. long-term mortgage rate dropped to 5.98% this week (from 6.01% last week), a shift that may ease costs for local home buyers as the spring market approaches. KVNU
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Logan police remind drivers that left-to-curb parking and backing into angled stalls are not allowed to keep traffic safe and flowing. The measure aims to reduce risky maneuvers & help vehicles remain visible at night. Cache Valley Daily
- ➤ Utah State University Police Department added a new bomb-sniffing K-9 officer—Wolverine, the third on the force—to boost campus security today. The Herald Journal
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Lily Jarvis Fuller, a Logan native and USU master’s student (23) will head to New Zealand on March 5 to compete in the Spearfishing World Championships at Lake Taupo. Her team will target bullhead catfish and is seeking sponsors to cover travel and training costs. Cache Valley Daily
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Free Zoo Day at Zootah
11 AM – 4 PM — Zootah — Free entry — Meet the critters and feed your feathered friends in style.
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Live Model Drawing Class
6:30-8:30 p.m. — The Logan Gallery — Free to attend, participants split model cost — A community-driven session for intermediate artists to sharpen their drawing skills with a live model.
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RJ Homes Construction Easter Egg Hunt
9:30-11:30 a.m. — Hansen Family Sports Complex — Free entry — A festive Easter egg hunt for families with local business participation.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Impatience with actions, patience with results.
~ Naval Ravikant
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