Combatting loneliness in SLC

Shuttle at Zion National Park

If you’re planning to head to southern Utah for spring break, they’re now offering a shuttle service at Zion National Park. No ticket or reservation is required. Zion Canyon Scenic Drive will be closed to personal vehicles while the shuttle is in operation. [FOX 13]

• Related: How to avoid chaos and recreate in the shadow of the national parks. [City Cast Salt Lake 🎧]

Ranked Choice Voting Stays Through 2025

In the final days of the legislative session, a bill that would end ranked choice voting failed to pass. The pilot program, which was utilized in Salt Lake City’s recent municipal election, will continue through the 2025 elections. [Salt Lake Tribune]

• Stay tuned: Later this week, City Cast Salt Lake will be joined by news reporter Ben Winslow of Fox 13 to recap the 2024 Utah Legislative Session, and all the new laws that will impact your life. [City Cast Salt Lake 🎧]

The 2100 S. Construction Project

A major construction project on 2100 S. is set to begin today, with a projected completion date of 2025. It aims to improve traffic flow and pedestrian accessibility. New additions include raised medians, dedicated left-turn lanes, sidewalks, a shared-use path, and shorter crosswalks. [KSL]

Making the Most out of March

The temps are swinging like a Daybreak resident and we’ve been meaning to file our taxes — must be March in Salt Lake City! From free resources to beware-ing the Ides, this is your local guide to the month that comes in like a lion and goes out like a lamb. [City Cast Salt Lake 🎧]

Your Guide to March in Salt Lake

We’re springing into March in full force, so executive producer Emily Means joins host Ali Vallarta to settle some debts for the Ides of March. They break down how to make the most of the month, from where to eat escargot, to celebrating St. Patrick’s Day, and taking advantage of community resources for tax season. Plus, where to get free gardening supplies for those with green thumbs.