Most avoid the paranormal, while others, like Ogden local Andrew Tims, chase it, record it, and even collect it. Tims is a filmmaker, an abandoned building explorer, and a collector of haunted items. In his home live an array of things many people would never touch, such as a handmade Ouija board carved from a cemetery tree, a cursed candle, graveyard dirt and a demon in a … [Read more...]
The Legacy of The Man Who Photographed Women Wearing Body Paint in the Utah Desert
The human body has always been the most popular subject in contemporary art, and Utah artist, architect and photographer, Paul Butler, became famous for his remarkable nude figure drawings and photos of women wearing body paint. During photography and painting sessions, his female models often shared with him their insecurities and discomfort regarding their … [Read more...]
Ogden’s Food Scene Bolsters Diversity
Grabbing a bite to eat in Ogden is an adventure. You can find dishes from all over the world, and in some restaurants, you can even find them all in the same place. Being an incredibly diverse city brings along a bright food selection, and the people of Ogden love it. Ogden has always been a melting pot in some regard. Being the junction city, it has always been a common … [Read more...]
Secret Tunnels under Ogden’s 25th Street
A walk down Ogden’s 25th Street is a sight for historic eyes. The preserved architecture is reminiscent of the bustling railroad town that once stood, many of the original building signs are intact, and many modern businesses continue to display art and memorabilia from original decor. Legend has it that even the ground beneath your feet holds mysteries of “Two Bit Street.” … [Read more...]
Water Adventures in a Desert State – Ogden, Utah
The winter snow isn’t the only place to get your ski on in Utah. Jet skiing is a popular activity for adventure seekers and relaxation connoisseurs alike. Utahns love jet skiing for many reasons. Trevor Stauffer says he loves drifting around, doing donuts and watching the wakes he creates. Mikayla Sanders says she can go anywhere she wants to let her mind clear. Bret Hansen … [Read more...]
A Whole New World
From School teacher to Distiller, The Story of Ashley Cross In 2013, after teaching High School English for 23 years, Ashely Cross told her husband Chris she didn’t want to go back for year 24. Her plan was to turn their hobby into a business, and New World Distillery was born. Ashley and Chris both enjoyed traveling, and their trips often involved experiencing the local … [Read more...]
Pig & A Jelly Jar, a Popular Local Eatery, Attempts to Raise Hourly Wages
Mandatory 18% hospitality fee at popular eatery ruffles feathers. Utah-owned 360 Degrees Restaurant Group (Pig & A Jelly Jar, Pig Kitchen, WB’s Eatery), is among the first in the state to embrace a no-tip, “hospitality included” (HI) model. Just as other metropolitan restaurateurs in the U.S. who adopted it were going back to traditional tipping in the wake of the … [Read more...]
How Did Ogden Become A Craft Brew Mecca?
OGDEN – At last count, this mountainside metropolis of almost 90,000 residents boasts five breweries, each owned by individuals passionate about making craft beer. With the exit of Becker Brewing and Malting Company from Ogden in 1964, the city lacked a brewery until 1995, when Kym and Pete Buttschardt opened Roosters brewpub at 253 Historic 25th Street. Since that time, … [Read more...]
The Uncertain Future of Ogden’s Marshall White Center
OGDEN – At the height — and heat — of the nation’s civil rights movement during the 1960s, Ogden Police Sergeant Marshall White succumbed to gunshot wounds incurred while trying to talk a 17-year-old out of firing his rifle during a neighborhood break-in. White, a World War II veteran, father of seven and mentor to many, became Utah’s first black police officer to die in … [Read more...]
Ogden Winter Sports Fun Guide
Ogden is becoming internationally recognized as an outdoor recreation hub. Sandwiched between stunning mountains and the Great Salt Lake, Ogden offers access to enough trails, lakes, and vistas for a lifetime of exploring. And as any Ogdenite can tell you, a light dusting (or a few feet) of the greatest snow on earth just expands your options for outdoor fun. So if you find … [Read more...]