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The lesbian holy trinity of things to do in Millcreek
June 14, 2023
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What's CITY Talking About?
Bangerter Freeway?
The Utah Department of Transportation plans to transform Bangerter Highway into a freeway. If you’ve ever been on Bangerter Highway, you know that people drive at freeway speeds anyway, and traffic gets backed up due to the intersections. It’ll be a long process, but UDOT plans to remove multiple intersections this year. Since 2012 they’ve removed 10 stoplights. [FOX 13]
Mental Health
The Utah Department of Agriculture and Food wants to support farmers and ranchers with their mental health with a $2,000 voucher. Those in rural agricultural communities in Utah are dealing with a large amount of stress due to both drought and flooding. According to UDAF, the suicide rate for farmers and ranchers are nearly double the general population. [KJZZ]
Special Election
Friendly reminder, today is the last day to change your party affiliation to vote for a GOP candidate in the primary. ICYMI, Rep. Chris Stewart is stepping down from Congress due to his wife’s health issues. Only registered Republicans who live in Congressional District 2 can vote in the Republican primary. [Twitter]
Family-Friendly Summer Activities
The kids are out of school! So what the heck do we do with them now? Our team has been rolling out a Summer Entertainment Guide this month, with suggestions for how to make the most of long, sunny days in the city. Part one was on parades and this is part two: family-friendly tips for filling your kid’s day. [City Cast Salt Lake 🎧]
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What To Do
Afro Magik 🖼️ Thursday | 7:30-10:30 p.m.
Attend the opening reception of Afro Magik, a Juneteenth art exhibition curated by artist Shalandrea Houchen. It’s at Lost Acorn Gallery through June 22. [Free, The Avenues]
Children’s Gardening Class 🌱 Thursday | 10-11 a.m.
Learn to garden water wise plants. This class is geared toward kids ages 4-10. Must be accompanied by an adult. [Free, Sandy]
World Refugee Day 🗺️ Friday & Saturday | Various Times
Celebrate our refugee community at Big Cottonwood Regional Park. There will be food and live entertainment. [Free entry, Millcreek]
Today on City Cast
Cheap Summer Thrills for SLC Kids
School’s out for the summer, which means parents have to weave a tapestry of summer entertainment to fill kids’ days. So, where to start? In Part 2 of our City Cast Summer Entertainment Guide, dad about town and City Weekly contributor Bryant Heath tells host Ali Vallarta his favorite places for family-friendly fun on the cheap. Plus –– tips for leveraging camps to keep up with the ever-changing interests of an elementary-schooler.
— Terina Ria
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