🐋 What's next for the 9th & 9th whale?

Lawmakers Revisit Lake Solutions

After previously pausing major water legislation, Utah House Speaker Mike Schultz wants to address the Great Salt Lake during the fall special legislative session, including raising the causeway berm to protect the lake’s south arm. [FOX13]

Symphony Seats for $35

Heads up! Through Friday, Aug. 15, you can score premium main-floor Utah Symphony tickets for $35 or less. [Utah Symphony]

What’s Next for the Whale

The 9th & 9th whale is getting a makeover next summer! As part of its rotating art program, the whale will be repainted with a new mural every three to five years. Fill out the survey to help guide the artist selection process. [Salt Lake City]

• Dream big: We shared our wild idea for the next mural. [City Cast Salt Lake 🎧]

AI Comes for Utah

Utah leaders want to turn the state into an AI powerhouse. But do they know what AI really is? We address our AI fears with a local tech anthropologist. [City Cast Salt Lake 🎧]

Hey Salt Lake readers share their picks for the best (and worst) of Salt Lake.

🌳 On the Best Park

“Sego Lily Gardens is the best park. They have native plants along the trails and a learning center. Just a beautiful setting in Sandy.” — Asra K.

😤 On SLC Gripes

“Speaking of living in SLC, you can’t really rely on TRAX or FrontRunner. They stop running early and the FrontRunner does not operate on a Sunday.” — Carol E.

“Please … for the love of God … learn how to 'zipper [merge].' When done properly, everything moves more smoothly and everyone gets where they are going on time! That is all.” — Kathy S.

🍩 On the Best Donuts

“Dick’s Market donuts! For decades they've been the best.” — Sherri B.

“Cant sleep on Chubby Baker, their donuts are incredible! The hot guava donut is life changing.” — Kathryn B.

“Darla’s Donuts on Redwood Rd.” — Mark M.