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The Suntrapp Bar Union, ‘Charlie Kirk Blvd’, Lessons From Policy Kings Sep 30, 2025

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The Suntrapp unionization effort and Policy Kings closure are the big foodie headlines this week. Host Ali Vallarta and Hey Salt Lake newsletter editor Terina Ria connect the dots to the state’s economy. Plus, taking Rep. Trevor Lee at his word to rename Harvey Milk Boulevard and the latest bar and restaurant openings and closures.

Resources and references:

Owner of iconic Salt Lake City LGBTQ+ bar says it’s ‘too small’ to unionize as workers announce intent [Salt Lake Tribune]
Utah GOP lawmaker wants to rename Harvey Milk Boulevard to honor Charlie Kirk [Salt Lake Tribune]

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Weird Crimes You Can Go to Jail For in Utah Sep 29, 2025

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Did you know there are over 50 pages of weird crimes you can go to jail for in Utah? Democratic Rep. Grant Amjad Miller, a public defender joins host Ali Vallarta to go through the oddities of the justice system and some of the most bizarre cases he’s seen.

Resources and references:

4 Ideas To Fund Instead of More Jails Beds [City Cast Salt Lake]
For the nerds: Utah’s 2025 Uniform Fine Schedule

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Save Great Salt Lake by 2034? Sugar House Construction Payoff, Leaf Peeping Sep 26, 2025

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Gov. Spencer Cox and Utah's wealthiest people announced a 2034 goal for saving the Great Salt Lake. Host Ali Vallarta and executive producer Emily Means ask City Cast Salt Lake contributor Chandler Rosenberg what's next. Plus, construction ends in Sugar House and local picks for your weekend.

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SLC Cocktails You Gotta Try This Weekend Sep 25, 2025

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For a liquor-averse state, Salt Lake City's cocktail scene is pretty spectacular, and Salt Lake Magazine's Farm-to-Glass Cocktail Contest is highlighting the best of the best. Host Ali Vallarta is judging the contest and tells executive producer Emily Means about the standout sips to try this weekend and lessons learned.

It's the last weekend of the contest! Check out Ali’s neighborhood bar crawls to try as many as possible.

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Banish AIDS Patients to Antelope Island? A Legislator Proposed It. Sep 24, 2025

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Did you know: In the 1980s, a Utah legislator proposed banishing the state’s AIDS patients to Antelope Island? Really. Host Ali Vallarta asks Banished! organizer Kyle Treasure about reclaiming this dark history.

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‘Fake’ Pizza Allegation, Redistricting Rodeo, Downtown Construction Timeline Sep 23, 2025

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The process of drawing Utah’s new congressional maps has begun! Host Ali Vallarta and executive producer Emily Means jump into the timeline. Plus, the alleged “fake” Pie pizza, a construction date for downtown SLC’s new sports and entertainment district, and a health case for tattoos.

Resources and references:

Utah’s Congressional Maps Need To Be Redrawn. Now What? [City Cast Salt Lake]
Here’s the timeline for the massive overhaul of Abravanel Hall, UMOCA and the Salt Palace [Salt Lake Tribune]
Study Finds Melanoma Less Common in Individuals with Several Tattoos [Huntsman Cancer Institute]
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Have an Idea for Your Neighborhood? SLC Has $$ for That. Sep 22, 2025

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Got an idea for making your neighborhood better? Salt Lake City has money for that! Host Ali Vallarta asks KRCL DJ and Glendale Neighborhood Council member Ebay Hamilton for tips on pitching a project to the city.

Resources and references:

SLC Capital Improvement Program grants
SLC Arts Council Project Support Grants

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UVU After Charlie Kirk, SLC Liquor Crackdown, Baby Flamingos Sep 19, 2025

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Utah Valley University reopened this week after the assassination of Charlie Kirk. Host Ali Vallarta and executive producer Emily Means ask UVU staffer and City Cast contributor Cassie Bingham about the return to campus. Plus, Salt Lake City considers middle-of-the-night prohibition and local picks for your weekend.

Resources and references:

After Kirk’s Death, Students Return to Campus and Learn ‘How To Be Adults’ [New York Times]
Salt Lake City to consider new ordinance cracking down on after-hours booze [KSL]
The Gala artists’ space
Baby flamingos at the Aviary
Star Party at Snowpine Lodge

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Utah & Robert Redford: A Love Story Sep 18, 2025

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Beloved Utahn and Sundance Institute founder Robert Redford died Tuesday at his home in Provo Canyon. Host Ali Vallarta and Salt Lake Tribune deputy enterprise editor Sean P. Means discuss Redford's local legacy and share their favorite stories of the last great movie star.

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Best Local Hikes for Early Fall Foliage Sep 17, 2025

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If it feels like fall came early this year, that’s because it did! Cooler nights are making leaves blush on the Wasatch Front, and the race is on to peep fall colors. Ashley Brown, author of Urban Trails: Salt Lake City, tells host Ali Vallarta where to catch brilliant foliage on an easy walk or more challenging hike, whether you’re bringing your dog, the kids, or just need a scenic lunch-break lap.

This episode first aired Sept. 26, 2024.

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