Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 16th of August.
Good morning, Logan.
City officials announced a revised schedule for the Logan Aquatic Center for the rest of the 2025 season as lifeguards and staff return to school.
Starting Aug. 18 the pool will close Monday through Friday while remaining open on weekends—Labor Day will be the final swim day.
Today, USU Extension in collaboration with UDAF and SWRFBC announced Business Builder Awards totaling $566,573.88 to support 12 local food and farm businesses with upgrades including cold storage, dehydration equipment and processing tools — funding that will improve market access and food safety.
USU Extension partnered with UDAF and SWRFBC to award $566,573.88 in Business Builder Awards to 12 food and farm businesses across Utah—the grants support projects such as equipment upgrades, infrastructure improvements, and enhanced market access to strengthen the local food system.
Logan City School District welcomed teachers back for the school year Wednesday at its third-annual TeacherTalk event — Sharing Strategies and Shaping Futures, where a keynote speaker presented and celebrations took place.
Attendees reflected on themes of potential, belonging and perception as they prepared for the upcoming school year.
Cache County executive David Zook announced Friday that he will retire from public service on Sept.
8.
City officials in Logan have switched the Emergency Alert Program to the Everbridge platform to send rapid alerts during emergencies like severe weather and road closures.
Residents can sign up for alerts (by phone, text, or email) and the change will also affect county areas.
The Bear River Health Department confirmed the first human cases of West Nile virus in Cache County last Friday morning, with two residents testing positive.
The department urges everyone to take precautions against mosquito bites by following safety steps (drain standing water, avoid dawn and dusk, use repellent, wear protective clothing, and secure screens).
Canyon Jams 2025: The Swinging Lights
7-9:30 p.m. — Von Baer Park — Ticket pricing for attendees — Enjoy Americana and bluegrass tunes with Lucky Slice pizza available.
Family History Help at Lions Park Ward
6-7:30 p.m. — Logan Utah FamilySearch Center — No cost — Local consultants offer assistance with family history work every second Wednesday of the month.
The Wailin' Jennys Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Ellen Eccles Theatre — Cost info not provided — Experience the harmonious blend of three distinct voices in a night of enchanting folk music.
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