City Cast Salt Lake
⛔ Pioneer Day road closures
July 24, 2025
Hey, Salt Lake! It’s Pioneer Day in Utah. Prepare for road closures and (covered wagon) traffic with the Deseret Marathon and Days of ‘47 Parade. If you’re celebrating Pie & Beer Day, here’s your guide!
What's CITY Talking About?
End of a Minor League Hockey Era
West Valley City has “reluctantly” approved the sale of the Utah Grizzlies, paving the way for the minor league hockey team to leave the state after nearly 30 years at the Maverik Center. The city plans to keep the arena viable for future events (like the 2034 Winter Olympics) by investing in major renovations. [Salt Lake Tribune]
$53M for the GSL
Utah is set to receive $53 million, largely from previously frozen federal funds, to support the Great Salt Lake. It will go toward water delivery, upgrades to critical infrastructure like the Farmington Bay dam, and conservation projects. [FOX 13]
- For the hopeless: Are we experiencing Great Salt Lake fatigue? [City Cast Salt Lake 🎧]
Why The Milk Block Hits Different
Sometimes it feels like it's small businesses versus developers in Salt Lake City. Is the Milk Block, a new neighborhood hub on 900 South, flipping the switch? [City Cast Salt Lake 🎧]
Crossing Guards Wanted
As the new school year approaches, cities like South Salt Lake and Salt Lake City are working to fill crossing guard positions. Visit slc.gov/crossingguard or southsaltlakecity.com to apply. [FOX 13]
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Test Your Salt Lake Knowledge
You may be familiar with iconic Salt Lake City landmarks, but do you know what they’re called? Test your knowledge In this week’s quiz.
1. Name this iconic landmark.
Neighborhood Shoutouts
Three cheers for the people, places, and organizations of Salt Lake City! It’s time for Neighborhood Shoutouts from our City Cast Salt Lake Neighbors.
📣 Katie B. is a big fan of HK Brewing Collective. It’s bikeable from the 9 Line and 300 West and has cocktails, non-alcoholic kombucha, and incredible vibes.
📣 Josh K. wants to shout out the Salt Lake Community Bail Fund, an organization that supports incarcerated individuals who lack the financial means to post bail, an especially vital service amid the rising criminalization of marginalized communities.
Shout out your own local gem by becoming a City Cast Salt Lake Neighbor.
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What To Do
Thursday, July 24
- 🥤 Utah Trivia by Questionable Productions | Various Locations
- 🎵 Jessie Reyez at The Union | Capitol Hill
- 🌌 Pioneer Day Drone Show at Liberty Park | Liberty Wells
- 🥧 Pie & Beer Day at Smith’s Ballpark | Ballpark
- 👑 Coca-Cola Sunset Cinema: “Arthur the King” at Solitude | Solitude
- 🎭 Great Salt Lake Fringe Festival | Various Locations
Friday, July 25
- 🎥 Summer Outdoor Film Series: “Riddle of Fire” at Liberty Park | Liberty Wells
- 🇧🇷 Noites Brasileiras at T.F. Brewing | Ballpark
- 🚮 Volunteer Clean Up at Liberty Park | Liberty Wells
- 🎻 Lindsey Stirling at Snow Park Outdoor Amphitheater | Park City
- 🖼️ Artist Talk: Julian Acosta at Alma Gallery | Provo
- 🌄 Sunset Sound Bath at Brighton Resort | Brighton
- 🛍️ Post District Night Market at Melancholy | Post District
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