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Cache Valley Days of Service Scheduled to Honor National Unity

Cache Valley residents were scheduled to participate in two days of community service and commemoration to honor lives lost 25 years ago. The event included various local projects intended to build and mend neighborhoods across the valley.

Cache County Auditor Projects $111 Million Draft Budget

Cache County Auditor Matthew Funk has projected a draft budget of $111 million for the upcoming fiscal year. The projection follows a series of scheduled council and committee meetings held throughout 2026.

Media Release – Salmonella

Bear River Health Department Investigating Local Salmonella Cases Logan, UT — The Bear River Health Department (BRHD) is investigating a Salmonella outbreak after identifying 21 confirmed cases in Cache and Box Elder Counties. BRHD is actively investigating the source of the illness and taking steps to limit further spread. What is Salmonella Salmonella is a […]

Logan woman accepts plea deal in assault on injured man

A 29-year-old Logan woman has accepted a plea deal involving an assault that caused severe injuries to a 46-year-old man. The incident involved multiple defendants and resulted in significant physical trauma to the victim.

LoganAugust 29, 2026

Preston woman sentenced for assaulting family member in Logan

A 39-year-old Preston, Idaho woman received a jail sentence and probation for assaulting a family member in Logan. The sentencing follows a plea deal regarding aggravated assault and kidnapping charges.

LoganAugust 29, 2026

Ned Alma Israelsen Passes Away at 71

Ned Alma Israelsen, 71, passed away peacefully in his home in Escondido, California, surrounded by his family. He was a highly accomplished patent attorney and educator with significant contributions to the biotechnology sector.

LoganAugust 29, 2026

USU Faces Scrutiny Over Unlawful Animal Deaths

Utah State University's opening of the Thomas and Patricia Willis Veterinary Medical Education Building comes amid scrutiny regarding the deaths of 82 naked mole rats and a rabbit. The watchdog group SAEN has called for the removal of staff involved in the incidents from animal research work.

LoganAugust 29, 2026

Cache Valley Summer Symphony

Cache Valley Summer Symphony, sponsored by Logan City Parks & Recreation, is proud to announce a free community concert celebrating America's 250th anniversary. The orchestra will perform a diverse program honoring American history and culture through sound.

via upr.orgLoganAugust 29, 2026

Cache Valley Summer Symphony - America's 250 Years Through Music

Led by music director Dr. Ghyas Zeidieh, the combined forces of Cache Symphony Orchestra, Mount Logan Symphony, and the Cache Valley Good Times Marching Band will perform works spanning the 250 years of our country. Come enjoy patriotic favorites and other audience-favorite works such as "When You Wish Upon a Star," "My Shot" from Hamilton, selections from "West Side Story," and "Star Wars Suite."

via upr.orgLoganAugust 29, 2026

Logan postpones fireworks show, concert due to 'extreme weather forecast'

LOGAN, Utah (ABC4) — Logan City has postponed its rescheduled Pioneer Day fireworks display. The city rescheduled its Pioneer Day fireworks show for August 29, 2026, but then decided to postpone yet again due to the "extreme weather forecast."

via ABC 4LoganAugust 28, 2026

Logan man sentenced to prison after repeatedly assaulting woman for days

LOGAN, Utah (ABC4) — A Logan man has been sentenced to prison after he abducted a woman from a hotel and repeatedly assaulted her for days. Christopher Mark Derring, 48, has been sentenced to zero to five years in prison for each of the three counts of aggravated assault that he was convicted of.

via ABC 4LoganAugust 28, 2026

Democratic congressional criticizes Israel for involving the U.S. in misguided war with Iran

LOGAN – Following a calm, well-reasoned and almost scholarly lecture about domestic current affairs and politics during a town hall on Aug. 26, Democratic candidate Peter Crosby took a hard left turn on the topic of foreign affairs.

via cachevalleydaily.comLoganAugust 28, 2026

Logan Library Hosted Web Development Workshop Series

Logan Library offered a six-week workshop series focused on the basics of web development. The hands-on program included lectures and guided coding sessions to help participants build a simple website.

LoganAugust 28, 2026

Utah State Signs Transfer Guard Dallin Hall

Utah State head men's basketball coach Ben Jacobson announced the signing of transfer guard Dallin Hall on Tuesday. Hall is expected to join the Aggies for the 2026-27 season as a graduate transfer.

LoganAugust 28, 2026

Logan man sentenced to prison for multi-day assault

LOGAN, Utah — A 48-year-old Logan man has been sentenced to prison after admitting to assaulting a woman for several days two years ago. Christopher Mark Derring was originally arrested in September 2024.

via cachevalleydaily.comLoganAugust 27, 2026

Advocates Warn of Lethal Heat Risks for Pets in Utah Vehicles

Animal welfare organizations are reminding pet owners of the lethal dangers posed by extreme heat, specifically regarding pets left in vehicles and walking on hot pavement. Experts warn that vehicle temperatures can rise rapidly, making it unsafe to leave animals unattended even with windows cracked.

StatewideSalt Lake CityOriginally published August 27, 2026

Intermountain Healthcare Announces Upcoming Educational and Skills Training Classes

Intermountain Healthcare is offering various educational classes, including breastfeeding, childbirth education, and first aid/CPR skills training, with sessions scheduled through September 2026.

LoganAugust 27, 2026

Logan Fire Caused by Spontaneous Combustion of USU Compost Pile

The July 31 Canyon Road Fire in Logan was caused by the spontaneous combustion of a Utah State University compost pile, according to state fire officials. The blaze resulted in evacuations, vehicle destruction, and property damage.

LoganAugust 27, 2026

Independent Candidate Patrick Belmont Critiques Logan River Watershed Project Plan

Independent candidate Patrick Belmont issued a 10-page assessment critiquing the draft Environmental Impact Statement for the Logan River Watershed Project. Belmont expressed concerns regarding water demand reduction and the impact on the Great Salt Lake.

LoganAugust 27, 2026

Utah Athletes Win Medals for Team USA in Spain

Three Utah athletes, including Green Canyon graduates Silas Bell and Blake Holt, represented Team USA at the World Junior Ultimate Championships in Spain this July. The group secured medals in both the men's and mixed divisions during the biennial tournament held in Logroño.

LoganOriginally published August 27, 2026

This Utah fire started on its own. Here’s how to prevent that from happening to you

Published August 26, 2026 at 4:00 AM MDT Francisco Kjolseth / The Salt Lake Tribune A scorched hillside shows the aftermath of the Canyon Road Fire in Logan. Officials say the fire was caused by spontaneous combustion. A careless camper abandoning dangerously glowing embers.

via upr.orgLoganAugust 27, 2026

Cache County Sheriff Releases Photos of Logan Canyon Vandalism

The Cache County Sheriff's Office has released photos as they seek public assistance in identifying suspects involved in Logan Canyon vandalism. The incident involved the unauthorized use of heavy machinery, resulting in over $60,000 in damages.

LoganAugust 26, 2026

Logan man sentenced after sexually abusing 13-year-old girl he met on Snapchat

LOGAN, Utah (ABC4) — A Logan man was sentenced to prison after sexually assaulting a 13-year-old girl he met on Snapchat in 2025. In 2025, Walter Adonay Vasquez-Aguilar, 21, was charged with rape of a child, sodomy upon a child, object rape of a child touching, and aggravated sexual abuse of a child.

via ABC 4LoganAugust 26, 2026

Robert Craig "Bob" Phillips Passes Away at Age 82

Robert Craig "Bob" Phillips, a farmer and contractor, died on August 21, 2026, at age 82. He is survived by his wife, Rainie, and several children, siblings, and grandchildren.

LoganOriginally published August 26, 2026

Logan man sentenced to prison for raping 13-year-old girl

LOGAN — A 21-year-old Logan man has been sentenced to prison for raping a 13-year-old girl from North Logan. Walter Adonay Vasquez-Aguilar was originally arrested and booked into the Cache County Jail on Oct. 21, 2025.

via cachevalleydaily.comLoganAugust 26, 2026

Obituary for Danna May Montgomery of Lewiston

Danna May Montgomery of Lewiston passed away on August 21, 2026. Funeral services are scheduled for August 28, 2026, at Allen-Hall Mortuary in Logan, Utah.

LewistonAugust 26, 2026

Cache Business Women’s Conference Scheduled for October 28, 2026

The Cache Valley Chamber of Commerce has announced the Cache Business Women’s Conference, an event scheduled for October 28, 2026. The conference aims to provide professional growth, networking, and inspiration for women in the Cache Valley business community.

LoganAugust 26, 2026

Memorial Notice for Gail Bird Weinshenker

A memorial notice for Gail Bird Weinshenker has been published. The notice includes a request for donations to a local organization in Logan, Utah.

LoganAugust 26, 2026

Logan Herald Journal Lists Recent Local Obituaries

Recent obituary listings from the Logan Herald Journal include notices for Ruby Fay Edwards and Danna May Montgomery.

LoganAugust 26, 2026

Erda Planning Commission Approves Private Road Permit for Subdivision

The Erda Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit for a private road at 4125 Palmer Road during a meeting held on August 11, 2026. The approval includes specific requirements for maintenance agreements and road connectivity.

ErdaOriginally published August 26, 2026

Logan and Cache Valley Prepare for October Halloween Celebrations

Halloween celebrations in Logan and the surrounding Cache Valley area include a variety of community events throughout October. Activities range from downtown treat walks and pumpkin festivals to themed dances and haunted attractions.

LoganAugust 26, 2026
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