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Kenyan born and raised in the Seventh Day Adventist Church, Clinton Motende Shem came to the U.S. in March 2020 at age 20. He’s become well-known in Ogden for his copious giving, frequently seen volunteering at community events, and winning medals on the track. He completed his first marathon in St. George in 2025 and is registered for the Ogden Marathon this year

This year marks a quarter century for the Ogden Marathon, built by more than 1,000 volunteers and a city that turns race day into a community celebration

The controversial plan was approved by the City Council despite strong community opposition to service a $4 million annual bond debt

Box Elder County commissioners walked out of a packed meeting room as hundreds of attendees shouted in protest before voting behind closed doors, advancing a controversial data center project.

Junction City Roller Derby Teams Up with Golden Bark Foundation

For people who love trains, or just love Big Boy, the next chance to see this hulking giant in Ogden is April 18, when it makes a two-day whistle stop on its cross-country trek.

The banjo rock and belly kisses return for St. Patrick’s Day in Ogden.

Cactus Tree, Sammy Brue and The Painted Roses supported The Boy in Blue’s EP release benefit show at Wiseguys Comedy Cafe in Ogden

The inaugural dance party held on Feb. 28 was created by Avery Charles Franklin to offer a safe, sober space for ages 18 and over.

Ogden Council members withdraw their non-binding resolution, “Affirming Community Trust Through Public Safety”

Local family donates 100 acres for official 27th Street Trailhead