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❗️ Bomb threats over ‘furries’ at Utah middle school
May 6, 2024 · Thanks to Ali Vallarta for editing and Ivana Martinez for writing today’s rollerskating explainer.
Good morning! Lace up your skates, we’ve got a guide to roller skating in Salt Lake City.
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Airport Exit Delays
If you’re exiting the Salt Lake City airport, expect delays. Access to eastbound I-80 will be closed from the airport due to bridge construction. The detour will take you around via I-80 W and 5600 W. May we suggest taking the TRAX green line instead? Follow the Utah Department of Transportation for updates. [@UDOT/X]
- Related: An intro to public transit. [Hey Salt Lake 📰]
Bomb Threats Over Furries?
Local and federal law enforcement investigated bomb threats targeting Mt. Nebo Middle School in Payson, prompting evacuations and thorough searches of the school. This was the third threat in two weeks following social media outrage that alleged students were dressing up like “furries.” According to school administrators, these allegations are unfounded. [KSL]
Bald Eagle Killer
The Center for Biological Diversity is offering a $10,000 reward for information on the person responsible for illegally shooting a bald eagle in Cedar City. The bird was later euthanized due to its injuries. If you didn’t know, Utah is home to a significant wintering population of bald eagles that are federally protected under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act and the Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act. [Center for Biological Diversity]
Pros & Cons of an MLB Team
A new law establishes a stadium and entertainment district on the westside, with the hope of attracting a Major League Baseball team to Salt Lake City. The district is governed by an unelected board of people mostly appointed by the Governor and Legislature, with only two members from Salt Lake City. So, how is the newly-appointed board member repping the westside assessing potential risks and benefits of this project? [City Cast Salt Lake 🎧]
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Where Is It?
Our last edition of “Where Is It” had everyone stumped. This miniature dino exhibit is located in an east Sugar House neighborhood.
This week, we have an electric blue mural. Do you know where it’s located?
What To Do
Monday, May 6
- 🏓 Indoor Pickleball Lessons (May 6-16) | Various times, M/W or T/TH | $30 | Sandy
- 💐 Mother’s Day Bouquet Pre-Order | $40-$90 | Last day to pre-order for a May 11 pickup in Pleasant Grove
Tuesday, May 7
- 🎤 Jesse McCartney | 8 p.m. | $35 | Guadalupe
Wednesday, May 8
- 🛍️ Fisher Art Market | 5-9 p.m. | Free entry | Ballpark
- 🧑🍳 Salt & Season Foodies Book Club | 6:30-8 p.m. | Free RSVP | 16+ only | University
Today on City Cast
There's all kinds of threats to the Westside, right? And some of them I think don't come with a potential benefit this big.
What Can Westsiders Get from the MLB Stadium?
A brand new, unelected board will oversee the development of a big project near the Utah State Fairpark, hypothetically anchored by a Major League Baseball stadium. Westside Coalition President Dan Strong, the community representative on the board, joins host Ali Vallarta to talk through the best-case scenario for this neighborhood-altering proposal.
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