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Providing quality health insurance for your team shouldn’t mean choosing between sky-high premiums or high-deductible plans that employees can’t afford to use. That’s where HCap Strategy comes in — offering an innovative approach that helps businesses provide better benefits at lower costs.

What Makes HCap Different?

HCap combines traditional group health insurance with HealthShare programs, creating a unique solution that lowers premiums, eliminates or reduces high deductibles, and delivers comprehensive benefits employees actually value.

A Smarter Solution for Today’s Employers

HealthShare programs — usually used by individuals — are community-based cost-sharing plans. HCap integrates these programs with traditional insurance to create a powerful, affordable option for employers.

The result? Lower costs for your business and better coverage for your employees. If you’re ready to break free from the cycle of rising premiums and limited coverage,

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Life gets busy, and sometimes keeping up with cleaning can feel overwhelming. That’s where BClean comes in! Serving Davis and Weber County, BClean offers weekly, bi-weekly, and one-time cleaning servicesfor homes and businesses. But more than just cleaning, BClean is about building long-lasting relationships with clients and making a difference in the community.

Founded by Bianca Cabral, BClean was inspired by her upbringing in a Hispanic family where cleanliness was a way of life. She turned that passion into a business that not only provides excellent cleaning services but also gives back to those in need. From helping elderly individuals stay in their homes to supporting busy moms, BClean is about more than just spotless spaces—it’s about making life easier for others.

Why Choose BClean?

Personalized Service – Every space is different, and BClean tailor’s services to meet each client’s unique needs.
Commercial & Residential Cleaning – Whether it’s an office, a home, or a business, BClean ensures a clean, safe, and welcoming environment.
Community-Focused – Giving back is at the heart of BClean, offering services that truly make a difference.

Ready for a cleaner home or office? Learn more at bcleannow.com

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At Asphalt Experts, we are committed to maintaining strong, long-lasting roads in Ogden and Northern Utah. As a locally owned and operated business with roots dating back to the 1850s, we take pride in delivering top-quality asphalt services with reliability and craftsmanship you can trust.

From pothole repair and new pavement overlays to striping, crack sealing, and seal coating, we do it all! Our fully licensed and insured team ensures precision and durability in every project—whether for HOAs, residential driveways, or commercial properties.

Utah’s high UV index accelerates asphalt oxidation, but crack sealing and seal coating can double its lifespan. Our annual maintenance programs help property owners stay proactive, ensuring long-term protection for their asphalt surfaces.

Garbage trucks can create deep ruts and damage pavement over time. Placing dumpsters closer to the road instead of near buildings helps prevent costly repairs and extends the life of your asphalt.

At Asphalt Experts, we are your one-stop shop for residential driveways, commercial lots, and road maintenance. Let us help you protect, preserve, and enhance your asphalt surfaces—because a job worth doing is worth doing right!

Learn more at asphalt-experts.com

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Ogden Preparatory Academy (OPA) is a charter school in Ogden, offering a high-quality, tuition-free education with a private school feel. As the first charter school in Ogden, OPA has been dedicated to academic excellence since opening its doors in 2003. Celebrating over 20 years of success, OPA continues to provide students with a well-rounded education that prepares them for the future.

OPA is divided into three campuses:

Early Childhood Center (Preschool & Kindergarten)
Elementary Campus (1st–6th Grade)
Junior High (7th–9th Grade)

Beyond the classroom, OPA offers a structured after-school program that supports academic growth and hands-on learning. Students also receive weekly Spanish courses, encouraging fluency in a second language. OPA emphasizes real-world learning through field trips, and junior high students even have the opportunity to travel to Spain, the Redwoods, and the Oregon Coast!

At OPA, students are set up for success—without the tuition costs. With strong academics, community involvement, and unique learning experiences, OPA is shaping the future of education in Ogden.

To learn more about Ogden Preparatory Academy visit them on 14th and Lincoln or visit ogdenprep.org

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Ogden Downtown Alliance (ODA) is excited to announce the return of Farmers Market Ogden (FMO) this Memorial Day weekend. The market spans three city blocks every Saturday for the next 17 weeks!

*FMO spans 3 blocks from Washington Blvd. to Wall Ave.*

FMO showcases over 200 unique vendors from northern Utah, including local farmers, growers, food producers, artisan makers, food trucks, and community organizations. FMO is a fun weekly opportunity to support local small businesses and enjoy fresh, locally sourced produce and handcrafted items. Shoppers are encouraged to explore not only the farmers market, but also the businesses and restaurants along Historic 25th Street and throughout Downtown Ogden.

Named as the No. 1 Farmers Market in Utah for the past two years by the American Farmland Trust, FMO has been recently highlighted as a leading center for community engagement during America’s Farmers Market Celebration (AMFC).

*A band plays on the Bank of Utah Market Main Stage.*

FMO promises an array of family-friendly activities for all ages on Saturday, May 25. Market-goers can look forward to live performances at 11:00 AM enjoy Aerialists from Salt Circus will also be performing at the intersection of 25th Street and Lincoln Ave and on the Bank of Utah Market Main Stage, including music from:

9:30 AM Giants In The Oak Tree
11:30 AM Del Pero

Free community yoga will be held every Saturday, from 9 AM to 10 AM in the Municipal Gardens. Participants should bring their own yoga gear, including a water bottle and sun protection.

“Opening weekend of FMO will be an incredible start to a summer season filled with amazing vendors, incredible live performances, and fun for the whole family,” says Jessica Anderson, Marketing & Communications Manager for the ODA. “We invite everyone in the community to come and enjoy the farmers market festivities. Pick up some fresh, healthy groceries, shop for unique handmade goods, and support our local small businesses on and surrounding Historic 25th Street.”

*Locally grown produced sold during FMO.*

FMO promotes equitable access to locally grown fresh fruits and vegetables, reducing the financial barrier of purchasing healthy food for many families and individuals in our community. FMO is proud to be an authorized retailer for:

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP): SNAP recipients will need to visit the Info Booth to receive the proper tokens prior to beginning their market shopping each week
Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT)
Double Up Food Bucks (DUFB)
Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)
ProduceRX

For more information about FMO, including vendor applications and a schedule of events, please visit www.farmersmarketogden.com.

FMO is a project of the ODA, made possible by the generous support of our sponsors and partners; Ogden City, Weber County RAMP, Intermountain Health, Swire Coca-Cola, Bank of Utah, Admiral Beverage Pepsi, and Weber State University

ABOUT FMO

FMO aims to foster a vibrant community by supporting local businesses and providing a platform for local vendors to showcase their handmade or grown products. The market takes place annually on Historic 25th Street in Downtown Ogden, bringing together residents and visitors in celebration of local food, culture, and community.

ABOUT ODA

The ODA is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that strives to connect the community to locally owned and independent businesses. We aim to increase economic vitality and community vibrancy in Downtown Ogden through arts, events, placemaking and destination development. To learn more, visit www.ogdendowntown.com.

The Ogden Downtown Alliance (ODA) is excited to announce new leadership and staff additions as it gears up for an eventful 2024 season. Reide Thompson has been appointed as the Interim Executive Director effective March 4th, 2024. Thompson brings a wealth of valuable experience to her new role, having over 12 years in nonprofit leadership experience.

Her most recent tenure was with the GOAL Foundation, where she directed marketing, communications, and organized large-scale events like the Ogden Marathon. A true creative visionary, Thompson’s diverse background encompasses strategic development, sales, marketing initiatives, and a deep-rooted passion for placemaking and fostering cultural connections through vibrant community programming.

Thompson’s appointment as Interim Executive Director has generated significant excitement within ODA and the broader downtown Ogden community. Her dynamic leadership style, coupled with a keen analytical mindset and boundless enthusiasm for championing local entrepreneurs, makers, and creative visionaries, positions her well to spearhead transformative initiatives.

With Thompson at the helm, ODA aims to cement downtown Ogden’s reputation as a vibrant cultural hub that offers unparalleled arts, entertainment, and enriching experiences for residents and visitors. Her infectious energy for community engagement through volunteerism and advocacy promises to forge deeper connections between the organization and the diverse tapestry of businesses, artists, and cultural influencers that shape the distinctive character of the district.

Joining Thompson is Thomas Kiernan, who will take on the role of Operations and Development Director. Kiernan’s focus will be on enhancing community engagement, streamlining internal processes, and building a framework for sustainable growth of ODA’s signature events and initiatives.

His efforts will be bolstered by the addition of Tereena Marcano on March 18th, 2024, who will join the team as the Event and Social Media Marketing Specialist alongside long-time marketing and communications manager Jessica Anderson.

The new team is hard at work preparing for ODA’s signature events, including the 9th season of the beloved Farmers Market Ogden kicking off on May 25th. Other annual highlights include the Historic 25th Street Car Show and Harvest Moon Celebration.

At the core of these transitions is ODA’s steadfast commitment to its mission of increasing economic opportunities and fostering a vibrant atmosphere throughout Ogden’s central business district. The organization remains dedicated to supporting and promoting locally-owned independent businesses while leveraging the power of placemaking, destination marketing, and carefully curated community programming to cement downtown Ogden’s reputation as a thriving cultural hub.

The ODA Board of Directors has expressed its sincere gratitude to past leadership and staff members for their invaluable contributions in establishing a strong foundation upon which the incoming team can build and innovate.

As the downtown Ogden community welcomes new beginnings, the future looks bright for this thriving cultural district. Stay tuned for more updates on ODA’s 2024 event lineup!

The Utah Works Program is now accepting proposals for grant funding to support industry-education partnerships that develop accelerated workforce training programs. However, the deadline to submit proposals is April 1, 2024 – so you’ll need to act fast!

Utah’s economy is booming, and businesses across the state are facing severe workforce shortages in high-demand fields. To help close these skilled labor gaps, the Utah System of Higher Education’s Talent Ready Utah program has announced a major new initiative called Utah Works. Through Utah Works, companies can team up with Utah’s universities, colleges, and technical schools to design short-term pre-employment and early employment training programs. Key objectives include:

Developing short-term pre-employment and early employment training for high-demand roles
Providing required skills instruction to meet employment qualifications
Enabling rapid, large-scale training to quickly fill open skilled labor positions

An informational webinar was held on January 31st to provide details and answer questions about Utah Works. But the clock is ticking for interested parties to complete and submit their proposals.

The deadline to apply for Utah Works funding is April 1, 2024 at 5:00 PM.

After that date, a review committee will evaluate all submitted proposals based on criteria such as program management, projected outcomes, budgeting and more. Applicants will be notified in late spring regarding the outcome of their proposals and any grant awards.

With workforce needs continuing to surge across Utah, this is a prime opportunity for companies and education/training providers to join forces through the Utah Works program. By cultivating accelerated pathways aligned with real-world job requirements, these partnerships can help build a robust pipeline of highly-skilled workers for key industries. Don’t miss this opportunity – finalize your collaboration and submit a compelling proposal soon to beat the strict April 1st cutoff date.

Detailed information on eligibility requirements, timeline, the application process, and application questions can be accessed here.

This weekend, step into a world of festive charm and heartwarming tales with a trio of delightful Christmas movies filmed at Compass Rose Lodge, a unique boutique hotel, in the heart of Ogden Valley. These movies, although filmed in warmer months, capture the essence of the holiday season and are the perfect companions to cozy evenings leading up to Christmas.

1. Christmas Edition – Lifetime

It’s Christmas time and Jackie (Carly Hughes), an up-and- coming journalist, finds that her life is at a crossroads until she finds an unexpected opportunity – to run a small-town newspaper in Alaska. Jackie decides to give it a try and relocates to the small picture-perfect small town. Using a series of Christmas articles, she’s able to quickly return the newspaper to profitability, and soon falls in love… both with her new home and the handsome son of the paper’s former owner. However, when her old boss announces plans to take over the paper for herself, Jackie will need a Christmas miracle to save it.

2. A Cozy Christmas Inn – Hallmark

Real estate exec, Erika, travels to Alaska during the holidays to acquire a B&B, only to discover it’s owned by her ex. Soon she is falling in love with the town and quite possibly him. Starring Jodie Sweetin and David O’Donnell. In this film, Compass Rose Lodge is one of two B&B competitors.

3. Check Inn to Christmas – Hallmark

Julia comes home to spend the holidays with her family running their inn only to get caught up in a longstanding feud with a rival business. To complicate matters, the competition is an irresistible guy called Ryan. Plus Check Inn to Christmas was ranked #5 of all time by Cosmopolitan.

Why Should you Watch:

Heartwarming Stories: Each movie is a testament to love, family, and the joy of the festive season, bringing a sprinkle of warmth and happiness into your home.
Captivating Scenery: Immerse yourself in the beauty of Compass Rose Lodge and the Huntsville area.
Top-Rated Entertainment: “Check Inn to Christmas” has garnered high praise, earning its place as one of the most beloved Christmas movies by audiences and critics alike.

Remember, the best gift you can give yourself this Christmas is the gift of joy and heartwarming moments. Spend a few hours on you and enjoy the enchanting world of Christmas at Compass Rose Lodge.

Merry Christmas!

Learn more about (or better yet book a stay with) Compass Rose Lodge on their website.

Breeze Airways announced, in November, it will launch nonstop flight service from Ogden-Hinckley Airport (OGD) to John Wayne Airport in Orange County (SNA), California beginning February 21, 2024.

An Airbus A220 seating around 137 passengers will fly the route four days per week.

Breeze currently serves Provo, joining it as the second city in Utah for the airline. Provo routes include nonstop and one-stop options to seven destinations. In total, Breeze flies to 45 cities across 27 states.

Ogden marks the seventh new underserved market added recently, including cities like Grand Junction, Madison and Evansville. “Ogden has a rich travel history having once served as a transfer point between the Union Pacific and Central Pacific railroads,” said Breeze Airways’ President Tom Doxey. “Today, Breeze is writing a new chapter for Ogden – one in which its residents get access to simple, affordable, and convenient air travel to highly desirable destinations like Orange County.” John Wayne Airport (SNA) is the closest airport to Disneyland.

The low-cost carrier offers amenities like two free checked bags, priority boarding and premium seating known as “Nicest” on the A220. Breeze also provides family seating, flight credits and allows changes up 15 minutes before departure without fees.

Earlier this year, Breeze earned recognition from Travel + Leisure magazine readers as a top 5 domestic airline for the second straight year. The carrier aims to provide simple, affordable and convenient air travel to underserved routes across the country.

“Some local critics have questioned whether Ogden is a good fit for airline service. Ogden-Hinckley Airport Manager Bryant Garrett has maintained all along that it wasn’t low profits or low traffic that prompted Allegiant and Avelo to leave. Allegiant left because the operator couldn’t hire enough pilots while Avelo departed because the firm could make more money elsewhere, he said.”

Vandenack, Tim. “Breeze Airways coming to Ogden, marking return of air service to city.” standard.net, www.standard.net/news/business/2023/nov/29/breeze-airways-coming-to-ogden-marking-return-of-air-service-to-city/#:~:text=OGDEN%20%E2%80%94%20Passenger%20air%20service%20is,%2C%20California%2C%20starting%20in%20February. December 6, 2023.

To schedule a flight visit Breeze Airways.

Home2 Suites by Hilton Ogden is hosting a food and supply drive for Lantern House now through Dec. 22. The community is encouraged to donate non-perishable food items, hygiene products, toothbrushes, toothpaste, deodorant, toilet paper, razors and other essentials.

Lantern House is facing a shortage of these basic necessities to support the community members it serves. Home2 Ogden’s food and supply drive aims to help fill this urgent need.

The effort is part of Western States Lodging and Management’s 10×30 Kindness Challenge, in which the company’s 5,000 associates complete 10 daily acts of kindness through Dec. 13, totaling 1.5 million acts of kindness this holiday season. Combating loneliness and the “holiday blues” is a key motivator behind the campaign.

Donations can be dropped off at Home2 Suites Ogden, located at 2405 Lincoln Ave., through Dec. 22 at 5:30 p.m. The supplies will be delivered to Lantern House on Nov. 22 and Dec. 22 at 6 p.m.

Those interested in supporting Lantern House through donations can contact Kevin Schuster at 531-710-4487 or kschuster@lukaspartners.com. Community participation can make a vital difference for those in need this holiday season.

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