Good morning, Logan.

The Bridgerland Band Invitational took over Logan’s Maverik Stadium Saturday, Oct.

3, with 37 high school marching bands from Cache County and southern Idaho competing. Local schools shone in the annual event, and Green Canyon High School placed first in the 5A open division (score: 86.213).

During National 4-H Week (Oct.

4 through 10), Utah 4-H clubs are hosting events that let youth gain hands-on skills in fairgrounds, classrooms and community gardens. The activities, including themed days, show that 4-H is building confidence and preparing young people for future challenges.

*USU Extension* offers fall garden tips for Logan residents to prepare yards for winter.

The advice includes harvesting squash, planting garlic from mid-October through early November, pruning roses, and mulching vegetables to guard against frost.

During a study session last Thursday, the CCSD Board of Education focused on boosting communication with older parents by exploring local radio and other traditional methods.

The board also reviewed new internet filtering and software policies, praised strong math scores, and addressed school choice enrollment.

A recent study by Kindred Press shows Utah shoppers are the nation's fifth most at risk for online shopping scams, with victims losing an average of $13,490 per incident – shoppers should verify seller information before purchasing gifts as the season nears.

Logan Regional Medical Center will host a Ladies Night Out event on Oct.

15 from 6-8 p.m. at its Main Entrance Lobby, offering walk-in mammogram screenings (recommended for women over 40), refreshments, and 16 interactive booths to promote breast cancer awareness.