Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of May.
Good morning, Logan.
The Logan Ranger District is asking local volunteers to join its seventh annual Logan Canyon Weed Day tomorrow from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Canyon Entrance Park Pavilion on US 89 and Canyon Road to help remove invasive weeds such as dyers woad — burdock, houndstongue, Scotch thistle, and myrtle spurge.
At a May 13 budget workshop, Logan city council reviewed proposals from staff to raise elected pay for fiscal year 2025-2026 by about 5 percent, including increases for the mayor and council members.
The proposed new pay sets the mayor’s salary at $124,693.40 with a $6,000 vehicle allowance and council members at $20,152.43 with a $300 vehicle allowance—officials said the increases aim to attract qualified candidates amid statewide comparisons.
At a May 13 budget workshop, city staff proposed a 5% raise for the mayor—increasing the salary from $122,094 to $124,693.40 with a $6,000 vehicle allowance—and for council members, whose salary would rise from $19,113 to $20,152.43 with a $300 vehicle allowance; officials said the adjustments aim to attract qualified candidates while one council member recalled previous no-raise votes.
Bear River Chapter Banquet
5:30-9:30 p.m. — Riverwoods Conference Center — Cost varies — Enjoy games, auctions, and a feast while supporting mule deer conservation.
Arrival From Sweden: The Music of ABBA
5:00 – 6:30 PM — Ellen Eccles Theatre — Cheap tickets available — Experience the vibrant music of ABBA live in concert.
Comedy Night Featuring Aaron Woodall and Spence Roper
7-9 p.m. — LionHeart Hall — Tickets available — Big laughs are coming to Logan with headliner Aaron Woodall and host Spence Roper.
Summer Camps Week 1 at Stokes Nature Center
8:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m. — Stokes Nature Center — Check website for registration costs — Explore nature daily with engaging activities for campers of all ages.
The Shoreline 10K & 5K Trail Run
8 AM — Canyon Entrance Park — Race entry fee varies — Experience a scenic dirt trail run along the stunning Bonneville Shoreline to Green Canyon and back.
Family History Assistance Night
6-7:30 p.m. — Logan Utah FamilySearch Center — Free entry — Seek guidance from family history consultants to uncover your ancestors' stories.
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