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Friday, August 29th, 2025
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Good morning, Logan. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 29th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Thousands gathered to honor local-born Tremonton-Garland officer Eric Estrada—shot while responding to a domestic violence call on August 17—at a funeral held at USU’s Dee Glen Smith Spectrum before his casket was carried to Logan City Cemetery. Cache Valley Daily
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Bryce Holt from Richmond has introduced the Richmond Encyclopedia—an ongoing online record of personal histories about early pioneer and Shoshone interactions in Cache Valley. He began the work as an intern at the Family History Center in 2021 and updates it monthly to honor the town’s heritage. Cache Valley Daily
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Logan law enforcement warned that heavy traffic was expected yesterday for Officer Eric Estrada’s memorial and now cautions drivers that Sgt. Lee Sorensen’s funeral today will block key intersections with a procession from the Spectrum to Tremonton. Officials advise parking in church lots along 1200 North and leaving early—up to 1,000 vehicles may cause major delays. Cache Valley Daily
- ➤ Logan law enforcement warned that many will face traffic delays and parking issues as thousands attend public memorials for Officer Eric Estrada and Sgt. Lee Sorensen at 10 a.m. at the Dee Glen Smith Spectrum on the Utah State University campus. After Officer Estrada’s private burial on Thursday, Sgt. Sorensen’s funeral procession today is expected to involve 500 to 1000 vehicles blocking key intersections—officials advise using church parking lots and bus shuttles to ease congestion. KVNU
- ➤ Hyrum Mayor Stephanie Miller filed on Aug. 27 to run in a GOP special election for County Executive, joining four other candidates to replace David Zook, who is set to retire effective Sept. 8 & the election will take place at Ridgeline High School on Sept. 11 with the winner serving through December. This race follows Zook's announced retirement and the closing of candidate filings at 5 p.m. on Sept. 4. KVNU
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ USU men's basketball point guard Jordy Barnes told reporters how he moved from a redshirt candidate to a key player on the team. Eric Frandsen and Jason Walker also discussed the Pac-12 media deal with The CW — a move that could draw more fans for the next season — as the team prepares for upcoming games. Cache Valley Daily
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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.
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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.
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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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