Rod Boam

Utah

General Assignment and Features Reporter at Cache Valley Daily

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Farm Bureau wants meat from Box Elder County Fair Livestock Auction to go to local charities

6 days ago | cachevalleydaily.com | Rod Boam

TREMONTON -A recent initiative introduced as part of the Box Elder County Fair and Golden Spike Rodeo 100-year anniversary is a heartfelt campaign to Help Feed 100 Families using meat acquired at the livestock auction. The initiative was introduced by the Box Elder County Farm Bureau offices and the Fair Celebration Committee. “We are just getting started,” said North Farm Bureau President Jeff Kent.
If a fawn or elk calf are found while hiking leave them alone, DWR says

1 week ago | cachevalleydaily.com | Rod Boam

LOGAN - The Utah Department of Wildlife Services is encouraging hikers and campers in the Cache Valley area or in other places across Utah and Idaho, to watch out for deer fawns or elk calves during late May or June. Should they find a baby animal they should leave them alone. Do not touch them, feed them or take them home. Taking home a baby animal can have fatal consequences for the animal and could also result in an injury to those who take them.
Free Fishing Day is right around the corner

1 week ago | cachevalleydaily.com | Rod Boam

LOGAN - The Utah Department of Wildlife Resources want to remind the public of Free Fishing Day to be held on June 7, 2025. It is just around the corner for those itching for an excuse to get outdoors and enjoy the warm weather. There are several great fishing destinations in Cache Valley and other areas around the state that are worth checking out this time of year. Free Fishing Day is typically a great time to try fishing.
YMCA recommends eyes up and phones down with kids in water

1 week ago | cachevalleydaily.com | Rod Boam

LOGAN - Most schools in Cache Valley will be out for summer break this weekend and the mercury is rising, sending more people to swimming pools and beaches to cool off. Safety is key when recreating at places where water is the key to having fun. The Utah Department of Health and Human Services claim roughly 31 people in the state drown every year. Their statistics from 2011 to 2020 show 52 percent of toddlers 0-4 years old are the largest group of victims in water related deaths.
Art on Main is set for Memorial Day weekend

2 weeks ago | cachevalleydaily.com | Rod Boam

BRIGHAM CITY – Ten years ago Historic Downtown Brigham City, a 501c, started Art on Main, a multi-venue art festival with five different art competitions. This festival provides the Brigham City community with a meaningful way to celebrate Memorial Day and to launch the summer while honoring veterans and Gold Star families, said David Walker, one of the organizers. The activities are mostly located from 100 South to 50 North, one block packed with stuff to do and see. It is in the core of downtown.
Bear Lake development would double the size of St. Charles

2 weeks ago | cachevalleydaily.com | Rod Boam

ST. CHARLES - The sleepy, little town approximately 10 miles north of Garden City on the west side of Bear Lake is mostly known for its turn off to North Beach State Park. It is also known for the memorial for Gutzon Borglum (the sculptor of Mount Rushmore), Minnetonka Cave and the Minnetonka Market and Cafe which is open 12 months a year. The sleepy little town may see some big changes in the next few years, however.
Dirt turning is on at Bear Lake Marina expansion

2 weeks ago | cachevalleydaily.com | Rod Boam

GARDEN CITY - State and local officials with Brigham City's Whitaker Construction representatives were on hand for a ceremonial ground breaking for the new Bear Lake State Park Marina Expansion on Monday, May 19. The Marina is located near 940 North Bear Lake Boulevard (US Highway 89), Garden City. Bear Lake State Park Manager Richard Droesbeke said they have been floating the expansion project for about 20 years and are excited to see dirt tuning on it.
Logan Canyon noxious weed drive to be held this Saturday

3 weeks ago | cachevalleydaily.com | Rod Boam

LOGAN - The Logan Ranger District wants to rally volunteers this weekend to team up with Bridgerland Audubon Society, Utah Native Plant Society, Cache Trails Alliance, Logan City, and Stokes Nature Center to help control the spread of noxious weeds on Forest Service lands. Noxious weeds are plants declared noxious, by the state or county, because they cause significant economic impacts within the state and/or county.
Food Pantry grateful for recent donations

3 weeks ago | cachevalleydaily.com | Rod Boam

LOGAN - It’s been a good spring for the Cache Community Food Pantry. They have had two profitable food drives and monetary donations that have helped fill their food bins and keep them going for a while. “We collected about 82,000 pounds of food and the money donations were up from last year, for the Feed Utah Food Drive,” said Jake Netzley, assistant director of the facility.
Richmond's Black and White Days is in full swing

3 weeks ago | cachevalleydaily.com | Rod Boam

RICHMOND - There is a whole lot happening in Richmond this week. What started out as a bunch of local dairymen bringing their best Holsteins to be judged early on has turned into a prestigious national event attracting dairies from across the country. Holly Karren the Richmond city manager said there were 13 states represented in this year’s competition. “There were 305 entries this year,” she said.