📖 Join our first ever book club!

Amendment D Stays Void

Utah’s Supreme Court had the final say on Amendment D: It’s void. Meaning, it will still appear on your ballot, but votes for or against it won’t count. The constitutional amendment asked voters to reaffirm the Utah legislature’s ability to tinker with citizen-led ballot initiatives. Here’s where things get wild: Utahns now await a ruling on a very similar case with Amendment A. Could it be the next to go? [Salt Lake Tribune]

• Craving the full story? Why D got dunked. [City Cast Salt Lake 🎧]

SLC Leaf Peeping

Curious about our spectacular color-changing leaves? Less sunlight ultimately sends them to the ground, but warm days paired with crisp (not freezing!) nights produce more sugar in the leaf, causing brilliant pigment. Here are leaf-peeping trails for your lunch-break lap. [City Cast Salt Lake 🎧]

Poverty Rate in Utah

According to new Census Bureau data, poverty rates in Utah rose last year, after a decade-long decline. Nationally, the poverty line is set to around $15,800 for individuals and $31,000 for a family of four. [Axios SLC]

• Related: Just how bad is Utah’s childcare crisis? [City Cast Salt Lake 🎧]

Food Hall Temporarily Closed

The Local Eatery & Bar, a food hall near the Salt Lake City library, temporarily closed, laying off nearly 40 employees as they transition to a new concept. No word yet on a reopening date. [Salt Lake Tribune]

• Related: Fall restaurants to eat at now. [City Cast Salt Lake 🎧]

Many of you have expressed interest in a book club and now, it’s happening! Here’s the 411 on how to get involved.

What Book Are We Reading?

“Life After Deadpool” by Zak Podmore. The book explores the complex politics of the Colorado River (our water source), what we do if Lake Powell dries up, and why it might even be an opportunity! It’s a must-read for anyone who uses water in the west (I’m guessing that’s you). Zak is an award-winning journalist and fun writer — come for the stories, stay for the insight.

How Can I Participate?

All City Cast Salt Lake members can join our book club! If you’re not already, become a member today.

When Do I Need To Have the Book?

Members will receive a discount code on Tuesday, Oct. 1., for 25% off the book from Torrey House. We recommend ordering your book on that day to make sure you receive it by our first discussion.

Where Will Book Club Discussions Happen?

City Cast Salt Lake podcast host Ali Vallarta will be sending 3 discussion emails (Oct. 16, Oct. 30, and Nov. 13) to members as we read the book. Live discussions will take place on the brand new City Cast Salt Lake Discord server. You must be a member to receive these emails and join our Discord server.

First-ever Live Show

We’ll wrap up the first ever City Cast Salt Lake Book Club with an in-person event on Wednesday, Nov. 20 in SLC. Host Ali Vallarta will interview author Zak Podmore in a live episode taping. This event is only open to members and there will be a Q&A with the author for book club participants.