Never give a moose a muffin

It’s Giving NIMBY

Residents of the Avenues neighborhood debated “ghost buses” at the Greater Avenues Community Council meeting. Some residents advocated for discontinuing the bus route that runs late-night and early morning, citing noise issues and very few passengers (hence the ghost term). Proponents argued that the service is heavily utilized by commuters. Data from the Utah Transit Authority shows that ridership in the Avenues increased by over 60% since August 2022. Ultimately, the pro-bus crowd emerged victorious. [Salt Lake Tribune]

It’s Raining, It’s Pouring

There have been more thunderstorms than usual this year. June is normally one of the driest months, but the entire U.S. West region is seeing an increase in precipitation. It’s a good thing, though! Despite Utah’s record-breaking winter, we need the moisture after years of drought. [Axios Salt Lake City]

Smog Lake City

The East Coast is breathing awful air these days, something we know a lot about. Though summer tends to lift inversion from the valley, wildfire smoke and vehicle emissions all make their way into our lungs. Host Ali Vallarta asks indoor air quality investigator Dr. Kerry Kelly how to keep brutal outside air from sneaking inside. [City Cast Salt Lake 🎧]

Summer Skate Nights Tuesday | 6:30 p.m.

Skate with the Salty Skate Collective every other Tuesday this summer at Jordan Park. BYOW (Bring your own wheels). [Free, Poplar Grove]

Floral Bouquets & New Moon Workshop Wednesday | 6-8 p.m.

Learn to craft a custom bouquet with local florist Kat Nix from Ritual in Bloom. You’ll also participate in a new moon ritual that includes meditation and setting intentions. [$45, West Valley]

Bes-TEAS: All Ages Drag Show Saturday | 7-9 p.m.

The Bes-TEAS all ages drag show has a new home at Sweet Hazel & Co. Bakeshop & Bistro. [$15, Midvale]

• Related: ​​Bes-TEAS creator Tara Lipsyncki talks about the new normal for Utah’s drag scene. [City Cast Salt Lake 🎧]

Do Houseplants Protect Our Lungs From Smog?

Do wildfire smoke, vehicle emissions, and other nasty air particles sneak into our homes? Host Ali Vallarta asks Dr. Kerry Kelly, an air quality investigator at the University of Utah, how we can protect our very bedrooms from smog — and whether our houseplants are pulling their weight!