Author: Mariah Wheeler

Ogden, UT – According to the city officials, the Utah Merci Car is probably the best-loved symbol of France and the US’s longstanding friendship. In 1949, France sent a 49-car “Merci Train” to thank the people of the United States for the $40 million of food and donations sent to them following World War II. Each state received their own boxcar full of gifts from the French people to show their gratitude for our citizens’ aid. February 22, 2024 marks the 75th anniversary of the arrival and presentation of Utah’s Merci Car.  In honor of this anniversary, city officials will…

Ogden, UT – According to the police officials, this incident occurred right after 1 p.m. Tuesday afternoon. It happened in the 300 block of 22nd St. When officers arrived on scene, there was concern that the package may contain explosives. The area was secured by police, who evacuated as many as possible and placed both DaVinci Schools on notice. The Bomb Squad responded to assess the package and ultimately used a detonation charge to destroy the package. No individuals were injured in the event, and it was discovered that the package was not an explosive device. There is no ongoing…