🏒 Ryan Smith's NHL dream comes true

Natalie Cline Loses Seat on Board of Education

Natalie Cline, a controversial member of the Utah State Board of Education, will not be the Republican nominee for her USBE seat this fall after being defeated by Amanda Bollinger at the Salt Lake County GOP convention. In February, Cline faced calls for her resignation when she incorrectly suggested a female athlete was transgender, leading to a barrage of online harassment targeting the student and ultimately, a required police presence at her home. [Salt Lake Tribune]

Ryan Smith’s NHL Dream Comes True

ESPN reported that the National Hockey League sold the Arizona Coyotes to Utah Jazz and Real Salt Lake owners Ryan and Ashley Smith, who have been majorly campaigning for an NHL team. The Coyotes (new name TBD) will start playing in Salt Lake City as soon as the upcoming season. They will play at the Delta Center, though the NHL said hockey upgrades will need to be arranged before it can serve as the team’s permanent home. [ABC 4]

No Gas Stations Near Waterways

Salt Lake City Planning Commissioners unanimously approved a proposal to ban gas stations near waterways, ponds, and large parks. This comes after Kum & Go’s request to build a gas station and convenience store near Sugar House park was denied for negative environmental impacts. [Building Salt Lake]

• Related: Can the Kum & Go in Sugar House be stopped? [City Cast Salt Lake 🎧]

Who Picks the Twilight Lineup?

Twilight Concert Series season tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. this morning. Our beloved summer staple has brought everyone from Angel Olsen to Snoop Dogg to the steps of the Gallivan Center for around $15 a ticket. Last year, we lamented the sad boy energy, but the vibes are a lot more festive this year. How do we end up with these lineups, and what local fan behavior drives the decision-making? [City Cast Salt Lake 🎧]

How We Got That Twilight Lineup

The just-announced lineup for the Twilight Concert Series heralds the return of outdoor music season in Salt Lake. Will the same sad boys take the stage this year? Will Sartain, co-founder of S&S Presents, joins host Ali Vallarta to explain how his team selects artists, clarify the profit situation, and entertain the future of the Kilby Block Party.