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| What Salt Lake's Talking About |
| | Kouri Richins Sentenced to Life | Kouri Richins, who wrote a children’s book about grief after her husband’s death, has been sentenced to life in prison without parole for killing him. Her attorneys plan to motion for a new trial and appeal the case. [KPCW] | | | Hantavirus Is Not a Threat to Utahns | Three Utahns were among the 18 people exposed to the Andes hantavirus on a cruise ship and are now in isolation. Unlike other versions of hantavirus, Andes can spread person-to-person. The Utah Department of Health and Human Services said there is no current concern about the infection spreading widely in our state. [Salt Lake Tribune, Utah Department of Health] | | Taylorsville Cop Charged with Manslaughter | Salt Lake County District Attorney Sim Gill has charged a police officer with manslaughter in the 2024 death of an unarmed man, Henry Chavez Jr. It marks the first time in more than a decade that Gill has charged an officer in an on-duty shooting. The Taylorsville officer faces up to 15 years in prison if convicted. [Salt Lake Tribune] | | | SLC Council Member Booted | Salt Lake City Council member Eva Lopez Chavez got booted from her seat, after it was determined she didn’t live in her district anymore. We talk to her former colleague on the council about what happens next. [City Cast Salt Lake 🎧] |
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| Salt Lake’s Best Pedicures |
| |  | A dry pedicure in action at Soleil Nail Studio. (Ali Vallarta/City Cast Salt Lake) |
| It’s around this time of year when the heat sets in and I only want to wear open-toed shoes. You know what that means – it’s pedicure season! If you’re looking to get your tootsies in shape, here are some of the best pedicures in Salt Lake (and beyond). | | | Ever heard of a dry pedicure? Soleil on 100 South have ‘em! It’s the same great pedicure without soaking your feet in water. | | | If you’re looking to spend some one on one time with a family member, this beach resort-style spa near 9th & 9th is a perfect place to treat your mom (or sister). | | | Book one service and you can use the spa’s amenities for the day (indoor/outdoor pool, steam room, etc.). The grand pedicure comes with an enzyme peel and leg and foot massage. Monday through Thursday they offer discounts to Utah residents! | | | Many of the best nail salons can be found in your neighborhood strip mall. A few years ago, this spa in Sandy had a video go viral when someone captured a sweet interaction between a nail tech and her client. | | | City Cast Salt Lake executive producer Emily Means recommends this spa for all of our friends in Ogden: "I took my sister here for a birthday pedicure, and it was super relaxing. The service was great, and they offered us tea and frozen grapes! Luxurious." |
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| | | Woodward offers five action-packed days for ages 7-17. Choose mountain biking, skateboarding, BMX, scooter, parkour, or multisport. Boost skills with expert coaching, make friends, and enjoy included lunches. Save $50 per week with our multi-week discount. Book now at woodwardparkcity.com! |
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| | | Frank and Morris want you to mark your calendar. May 16th is Adventure Safe Day and Utah’s celebrating by getting outside and doing it safely. Find us at state parks, Kilby Block Party, local shops and of course, on the trails. We’ll have free safety checklists, activity books for the kids, and more. You could even win one of five Adventure Safe Vacations. |
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Correction: In our city budget breakdown this week, we misidentified the purpose of a $400K line item. It’ll actually be used for general downtown beautification during the 2027 temple reopening. A city spokesperson told us the beehive lamppost proposal is no longer moving forward. |
| — Ivana Martinez | Newsletter editor Terina Ria wrote today’s pedicure segment, and City Cast Salt Lake host Ali Vallarta and executive producer Emily Means edited this week. |
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