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April 28, 2025
Good morning! Something I learned this week is that Salt Lake City banned artificial turf all the way back in 1995, and this year, they’re cracking down on enforcement. Do you have artificial turf in your yard?
Local stories like this are exactly what fuels City Cast Salt Lake. Whether you’re a longtime reader or new to the city, you’re here because you care about staying informed.
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We’re aiming for 10 more members to join today to keep this newsletter going strong. Will you help?
What's DC Talking About
Gov. Declares Drought Emergency
Utah Gov. Spencer Cox issued an executive order declaring a state of emergency in 17 counties due to worsening drought, urging residents to conserve water amid low snowpack levels and reduced streamflow. [Utah News Dispatch]
Rio Grande Plan’s $12B Yield?
Some local engineers have a big idea gaining traction in Salt Lake City: Bury the train tracks dividing the east and west sides of downtown in an underground box and restore the Rio Grande Depot. A Utah State University analysis says it’s a $12 billion idea. [City Cast Salt Lake 🎧]
Visas Reinstated for Utah’s International Students
The Trump administration has reversed its decision to cancel the immigration status of thousands of international students, including those at Utah universities. As of last Friday, a handful of students have already had their visas reinstated. [FOX13]
New Jordan River Trailhead
Millcreek unveiled a new trailhead along the Jordan River Shoreline, transforming a previously underutilized area into a recreational space featuring paved paths, picnic tables, and a boat launch. [Salt Lake Tribune]
- ICYMI: We spoke with Millcreek Mayor Jeff Silvestrini about his big ideas for Millcreek. [City Cast Salt Lake 🎧]
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What To Do
Monday, April 28
- 🍴 Avenues Proper’s 12 Year Anniversary Dinner | 5:30 p.m. | $65 food, $25 alcohol | Call to reserve | Avenues
- 💫 Astronomy Month Celebration | 6 p.m. | Free | Orem
- 🍸 Monday Pop-up at The Pearl | 6-11 p.m. | Free entry | 21+ only | Central 9th
- 🧘 Sound Bath | 7:30 p.m. | $10 | Granary
Tuesday, April 29
- ☕ Idle Hands & SMC Brazil Coffee Tasting | 5:30-6:30 p.m. | Free registration | Central City
- 🚮 Volunteer: Weeding & Clean Up at Goshute Garden | 6-8 p.m. | South Salt Lake
- 📖 Queer Graphic Novel Book Club | 6:30 p.m. | Free registration | Downtown SLC
- 🎤 Concert: Post Malone | 7:30 p.m. | $79.50+ | University
- 🇪🇸 Tasting Class: Tour of Spain | 7:30 p.m. | $40 without alcohol, $65 with alcohol | Downtown SLC
Wednesday, April 30
- 🌼 Foothill Nature Walk | 11 a.m.-noon | Free | University
- ✂️ Workshop: How To Make DIY Stickers | 4 p.m. | $5 | South Salt Lake
- 🤝 Pik2ar Community Night | 6-8 p.m. | Free registration (dinner included) | Glendale
- 🎲 Blood on the Clocktower Game Night | 6-8 p.m. | Free | Downtown SLC
- 🏉 Utah Warriors vs. San Diego Legion | 7 p.m. | $16+ | Herriman
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