Another sketchy downtown fire

Another Downtown Building Burns

The sky was filled with smoke Friday night when a vacant commercial building slated for demolition caught fire. A developer recently acquired the Chancellor Building at 220 S. 200 E. near the old Ken Sanders’ bookstore. This is the third building slated for demolition to catch fire in the past year. [Building Salt Lake]

Movement on the Parleys Canyon Mine

The Utah Division of Air Quality is accepting public feedback on a proposed quarry in Parleys Canyon. Developers want to build the mine, though it’s unpopular with residents and the Salt Lake County Council even passed an ordinance in an attempt to prohibit the project. Still, it appears the DAQ is on track to rubber stamp it. The public comment period for the Granite Construction Company I-80 South Quarry is open until July 27. [Salt Lake Tribune]

Salt Lake’s Newest Pro Sport

League One Volleyball is launching an inaugural women’s season in 2024, and Salt Lake was chosen for a pro team! The league likes Salt Lake’s high youth volleyball participation and enthusiastic fandom (heck ya). [Salt Lake Tribune]

• Could this team eventually play at the nation’s first ever dedicated women’s sports complex? A big idea for the Smith’s Ballpark from local athletes and developers just won the Ballpark NEXT competition. [City Cast Salt Lake 🎧]

When Was The Last Time You Had A Corn Dog?

Corn dog enthusiast Sam Martinez told me why summer’s simplest, most underrated pleasure is his new obsession. And, where to find the fluffiest renditions in Salt Lake. [City Cast Salt Lake 🎧]

Hunter Park Pop-up 🦅 Wednesday | 9-11 a.m.

Hawkwatch International docents will offer demonstrations and education about local raptors. [Free, West Valley]

Love Language Day Party 🪩 Sunday | 2-6 p.m.

Love Language is a monthly darty featuring a selection of DJs at rotating spots around town. 21+ [$15, Central 9th]

Peso Pluma 🇲🇽 Sunday | 8 p.m.

The global sensation is playing The Vivint Arena Delta Center. I’ll be scream-singing along to this song. [$127+, Downtown]

Salt Lake's Most Inspired Corn Dogs

When was the last time you had a corn dog? From gas station parking lots to elegant food truck variations, corn dog enthusiast Sam Martinez tells host Ali Vallarta why summer’s simplest, most underrated pleasure is his new obsession. And, of course, where to find the most delightful renditions across this valley.