Prepare for more mosquitoes

Lawsuit Over Censorship of Family-Friendly Drag Show

The ACLU of Utah has filed a lawsuit against the city of St. George, alleging censorship of family-friendly drag performances. The lawsuit claims that the city violated the performers' First and Fourteenth Amendment rights by canceling the Allies Community Drag Show Festival, which was scheduled to take place at J.C. Snow Park. The ACLU argues that the city's actions constitute viewpoint discrimination and seek to prevent the festival from expressing messages of diversity and inclusion. [KUTV]

Age Verification for Online Pornography

Utah is considering hiring a company to provide age verification for users accessing online pornography sites. A new bill restricts access for individuals under the age of 18 by requiring credentials, but the state didn’t previously offer a solution to companies like PornHub. [KSL]

More Mosquitoes Incoming

Increased spring runoff in the Wasatch Front region has led to a surge in mosquito populations. Floodwater mosquitoes thrive in stagnant water, which has become more abundant with the recent precipitation. The mosquito abatement office says they are working to mitigate the issue. [ABC 4]

• 🦟 Get some relief: If your neighborhood is being inundated with mosquitoes, you can reach out to your local abatement office and request that they spray the area with anti-mosquito juice.

Salt Lake’s Best Vegan Ice Cream

The temps are rising and Memorial Day is right around the corner, so I have one thing on my mind: ice cream. But what about those of us who are lactose intolerant? Jill Onofrietti runs the Instagram account The Skoop and she has recommendations for vegan ice cream spots that even dairy snobs will love. [City Cast Salt Lake 🎧]

Last week Terina asked for suggestions for reader Kelpie R., whose daughter is visiting in June and wants to have a FrontRunner adventure for a vegan lunch. A theme emerged! Plus, you added to the expanding list of best local breweries.

🥑 On a vegan FrontRunner adventure:

“Ride the FrontRunner to Ogden and enjoy the best vegan lunch ever at Cuppa.” — Devin V.

“Ride the train to Ogden! The frontrunner stop is conveniently located so you can walk to Ogden’s 25th street. I love going to a baseball game at Lindquist Field, which is also walking distance from the train.” — Mattie K.

“While there aren't too many vegan places in Ogden, I have two suggestions.

1.) Harp and Hound is a downtown bar/restaurant that has a full plant-based menu.

2.) If you walk a few blocks to the east you'll find Cuppa, which is legitimately one of my favorite places for coffee or food in Ogden. Whole place is vegan and their food is unreal. You'd also walk by The Monarch, which always has stuff going on.

If you go to Ogden on a Saturday, the farmers market will be up and running starting May 27! It's the best time of the year up here, but I may be biased because I live here.” — Jacob S.

🍻 On the best Salt Lake breweries:

“Fisher Brewery. Fisher was I think the oldest brewery in SLC but was sold. Then resurrected with new recipes!” — Merrilee D.

“You missed Roha! They have great, creative beers and have become a pillar of the Ballpark Community. There’s music and food trucks all the time, and they lend out their used hops bags to assist our weekly community cleanup. It’s a great place.” — Brady S.

Pickleball with People of Silicon Slopes 🏓Thursday | 3 p.m.

Looking for a job? Do you love pickleball? Block off your Thursday for this unique networking event that’s part job fair, part pickleball hang. [Free, West Jordan]

Downtown Farmers Market Kick-Off 🫐Thursday | 5:30 p.m.

The market is celebrating its 32nd season with an adult-only launch party, featuring local food, music, and art at Squatters. 21+ [$60, Downtown]

Flights n’ Bites 🍷Thursday | 6:30 p.m.

Indulge in a food and wine pairing, lead by Wine Academy of Utah Sommelier Jim Santangelo. 21+ [$60, Central City]

Thursday Jazz Jam 🎷Thursday | 8 p.m.

Listen to local jazz musicians at the International Artist Lounge. Sit-ins are welcome, if you’re looking to sharpen your playing skills. 21+ [Free, Downtown]

Vegan Ice Cream Picks Even Dairy Lovers Will Like

Sure, I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream on a hot Memorial Day weekend. But what about our vegan and lactose-intolerant friends? What do they get to scream for? Producer Emily Means talks with Jill Onofrietti of The Skoop Instagram account about the best vegan ice cream options in Salt Lake.