Friday, December 19th, 2025
Good morning, Logan. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 19th of December.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A new report shows Utah ranked second in holiday spirit — based on Google searches for Christmas movies, gingerbread houses and more. The state matched last year’s ranking as it trailed only West Virginia. Cache Valley Daily
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ AAA projects more than 122 million people will travel from Dec. 20 to Jan. 1, making this holiday period the busiest on record. Logan residents planning trips should plan & prepare for delays. KVNU
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Utah State University has received a grant to expand its Community Justice Advocate program that trains volunteers to help residents manage debt-related legal and financial challenges — the new funding will boost service capacity. The Herald Journal
- ➤ Eight USU faculty from the College of Education and Human Services in Logan were named among the top 2% of researchers worldwide by a 2024 review (by Elsevier) that examined career-long impact. Their work in teaching, mental health, and digital research highlights strong contributions across multiple fields. KVNU
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Utah State University Extension offers tips to help local families cut holiday grocery costs and reduce food waste. The advice includes reverse meal planning, shopping with a list, and using digital tools for savings — strategies designed to keep budgets balanced as the season unfolds. Cache Valley Daily
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Colorado State Rams at Utah State Aggies Basketball
5:00 AM – 1:30 PM — Dee Glen Smith Spectrum — Tickets available — Catch the excitement as the Rams take on the Aggies in a thrilling college basketball matchup.
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Speed-Dating Night in Logan
7-8:30 p.m. — Home Range Brewing — Limited tickets available — Meet new people face-to-face and ignite potential sparks at this fun, low-pressure speed-dating event.
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Public Domain Day Celebration
1-2 p.m. — Merrill-Cazier Library — Free entry — Explore the significance of public domain works and create unique buttons inspired by iconic designs.
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Nevada Wolf Pack vs. Utah State Aggies Basketball
1-11 p.m. — Dee Glen Smith Spectrum — Purchase required — Catch the exciting matchup between Nevada and Utah State in college basketball.
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Rastelli Circus
4:00 – 5:30 p.m. — Cache County Fairgrounds — Tickets available — Experience jaw-dropping acts and thrilling performances from a renowned family circus hailing from Italy.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
I am not afraid of storms, for I am learning how to sail my ship.
~ Louisa May Alcott
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