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People marveling at the fairy lights.

White Christmas, bright Christmas

Aaron Lowe, Reporter November 29, 2022

Ogden’s Christmas Village Gala and the Holiday Electric Light Parade welcomed the holiday season for the local community. The parade was on Nov. 26, but the village can be enjoyed throughout the rest...

Branches of the trees are decorated with snowflakes, holiday flowers, ornaments and lights.

Santa’s helpers

Aaron Lowe, Reporter November 29, 2022

The Community Christmas program is a fundraiser that benefits over 2,000 children and families in the Weber, Davis and Box Elder County areas. Weber State University is taking part in this initiative by...

Weber student looking into a Christmas booth.

Navidad blanca, Navidad brillante

Marianna Lopez Luritta, Traductor November 29, 2022

La Gala de la Villa Navideña de Ogden y el Desfile de Luces Eléctricas Navideñas dieron la bienvenida a la temporada navideña para la comunidad local. El desfile tuvo lugar el 26 de noviembre, pero...

Students line up at the Student Wellness booth meant to educate the community on the COVID-19 vaccine. Photo credit: Kennedy Robins

Masks under the mistletoe: All I want for Christmas is you (to get vaccinated)

Lucas Moore December 6, 2021

The end of finals week on Dec. 17 marks the close of the semester and the beginning of winter break, which will last until Jan. 10. With the pandemic still prevalent, Weber State University is encouraging...

The Festival of Trees was virutal this year due to COVID. All proceeds went to Primary Children’s Hospital. Photo credit: Blythe Evans

‘Tis the season of giving back

Lexie Andrew December 6, 2021

The Festival of Trees embodies the spirit of Christmas by giving back and helping those in need. Every year, the festival acts as a fundraiser for Intermountain Primary Children's Hospital, and this year,...

There were 69 trees and almost 10 wreaths donated to the Christmas Tree Jubilee. Photo credit: Caitlyn Nichols

Kicking off the season with a spirit of giving

Caitlyn Nichols December 1, 2021

During the week of Thanksgiving, the Ogden Eccles Conference Center is filled with Christmas trees and festive decorations for the Weber School Foundation’s annual Christmas Tree Jubilee. The Weber...

‘Cats fall short after valiant comeback’s swiped away by the Cougars

‘Cats fall short after valiant comeback’s swiped away by the Cougars

Miles Shaw December 30, 2020

Cheers of the Cougar’s faithful rang out through the rafters where the jersey numbers of Utah Jazz all-time greats hang in immortality in Vivint Smart home Arena. Two in-state rivals, the Weber State...

Cats set for hardwood battle vs. in-state rival Cougs

‘Cats set for hardwood battle vs. in-state rival Cougs

Miles Shaw December 24, 2020

It’s been a bumpy ride to the start of the Wildcat’s basketball season, but it’s finally arrived. With five games in the team’s rearview mirror, the new season’s getting revved...

Peery’s Egyptian Theater is maintaining a Christmas tradition by showing The Nutcracker ballet throughout the month of December. Photo credit: Julie Moffitt

Upholding Christmas tradition with upcoming Nutcracker performances at Peery’s

Lissete Landaverde December 2, 2020

Peery’s Egyptian Theater will host productions of The Nutcracker by Julie Moffitt Ballet School and Imagine Ballet Theater during the weekends leading up to Christmas.Julie Moffitt Ballet School...

Each little house features local organizations/businesses that showcase what they offer to the community. (Israel Campa / The Signpost)

Ogden’s Christmas Village bringing holiday cheer to 2020

Kierstynn King November 30, 2020

Caitlyn Nichols contributed to this story. Every night from now until New Year's Day, people will be able to visit downtown Ogden’s Municipal Gardens to see colorful Christmas lights and a little...

Each Santa finishes the marathon in unique fashion. (Joshua Wineholt / The Signpost)

Racing toward the holidays

Joe Traub November 29, 2018

The annual Santa Run took place in downtown Ogden on Nov. 24, prior to the Christmas parade and lighting of the tree. Hundreds braved 35 degree temperatures to take part in the event. Ogden local...

Giving Tree (Hannah Olsen)

Giving Santa a hand

Hannah Olsen November 21, 2018

Sometimes, Santa needs some help. Community Christmas, a Sub for Santa program sponsored by the Ogden-Weber Community Action Partnership, offers the big man in red a helping hand throughout Weber and Davis...

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