Travel

Behind the Lens at Farr’s

Your Ticket to Exploring Utah This Summer Article by Evana Mauriz | Photography by Mike Ash Have you ever wanted to try your hand at photography, but you weren’t sure where to start? Perhaps it’s been years since you picked up a camera, or maybe someone you know is interested in trying something new. For decades, locals have hit the trails with hiking boots and mountain bikes, eager to immerse themselves in our state’s unmatched natural beauty. But this season, there’s a different kind of...

Local Services

Elevating the Backyard

Utah Pool Pros transforms luxury backyards into award-winning outdoor spaces. Article by Katrina Hammond When it comes to transforming a backyard into a resort-style oasis, northern Utah homeowners turn to one trusted name: Utah Pool Pros . Spearheaded by owners Doug Varney and James Hafen , this Salt Lake City powerhouse has solidified its reputation by winning Best Pool Company of 2026 in Utah , adding to past Best of SLC honors. The 2026 finalists were selected based on 12 months of...

Life + Culture

Service & Smiles

The Kind of Orthodontist Patients Never Forget Article and Photography by Born to hardworking Colombian parents and raised in South Florida, Dr. Andrea Alicea has built a life centered on resilience, service, and a deep passion for helping others feel confident in themselves. As a first-generation American, she credits her parents’ sacrifice and unwavering work ethic for shaping the determination, gratitude, and compassion that continue to guide her both personally and professionally. Today...

Wellness

Kindness Chronicles:

The Comfort of a Cuddle Article by Evana Mauriz How a simple medical glove inspired the creation of a local nonprofit. In the sterile, often intimidating environment of an emergency room, the smallest gesture of warmth can alter a child’s entire world. For Stephen and Nicole Mack, this realization came during a frantic evening in February 2022. Their young daughter, Savannah—affectionately known as Savvy—had fallen while playing. This required an unexpected rush to the hospital for...

Travel

Where Ogden Meets Film

Exploring Utah’s most recognizable movie and television backdrops Article by Evana Mauriz | Photography by Andrea David @filmtourismus The Utah Film Trail is a remarkable way to explore filming locations while experiencing the scenery and character that make Utah a standout destination for Hollywood productions. You can even find it right here in Weber County! Ogden’s historic streets, western charm, and local landmarks have built a cinematic legacy by serving as the backdrop for beloved...

Arts + Culture

EXPLORE OGDEN’S ART SCENE

Discover the public art, seasonal strolls, and contemporary spaces shaping Ogden’s arts landscape. Article and Photography by For a city with a population just under 90,000, Ogden has blossomed into a vibrant arts destination. Colorful murals and public sculptures celebrate the region’s landscape, wildlife, local history, and winter recreation. First Friday Art Stroll:  For more than 20 years, the First Friday Art Stroll has been a community highlight, allowing folks to peruse galleries and...

Professional Services

Looking for a Financial Coach in Ogden, Utah?

If you've typed "financial coach near me" into Google recently, you're not alone, and you're not in bad shape for doing it. Recognizing that you need help with your finances is the first step most people never take.But finding the right financial coach in Ogden or the broader Weber County area takes more than a quick search. This article breaks down what a financial coach actually does, who needs one, and what to expect when you work with a coach right here in northern Utah.What a Financial...

Arts + Culture

Meet the Shelley Family!

Taking Care of Business (At Home and on the Lawn) Article by Katrina Hammond If you’re looking for a “bright spot” in Weber County, look no further than Brian and Tami Shelley. As the heart and soul behind The Poop Butler, this couple is turning their lifelong passion for pups into a vital community service. The Shelleys’ story is one of enduring partnership—high school sweethearts who have been together for more than 35 years. Though they recently moved back to Ogden from West Valley City...

Health + Wellness

Kindness Chronicles: I Love You, Bro

One Embrace Sparked a Movement to Help Break the Silence Article by Evana Mauriz A chance encounter atop a Utah overpass altered the trajectory of two strangers forever.  In 2022 Joe Tuia'ana, a local father on his way to a basketball game, came across a man in the midst of a mental health crisis. Rather than continue driving, he stopped, stepped out of his car, and approached him with open arms and a simple statement: “I love you, bro!” That moment of direct, unguarded human connection...

Fitness

From Clinic to Summit

The Power of Uninterrupted Presence in a Distracted World Article by Evana Mauriz Pediatrician Dr. Jonathan Williams of Ogden Clinic finds that working with children offers a daily reset that influences the way he approaches both medicine and life. In his practice, children are a constant source of joy that makes it nearly impossible to stay in a bad mood. “You can try to be grouchy as a pediatrician, but then a four-year-old will say something funny or do something funny, and then you're...