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U of U Cuts 80+ Programs

The University of Utah plans to eliminate over 80 low-enrollment courses and programs, mostly in the College of Humanities, as part of a state-mandated effort to cut 10% of higher ed budgets and redirect funds to high-demand fields. [Utah News Dispatch]

• With all these cuts, why are university presidents dropping like flies? [City Cast Salt Lake 🎧]

Damian Lillard Returns to Weber State

Nine-time NBA All-Star Damian Lillard is returning to his alma mater, Ogden's Weber State University, as the new general manager of its basketball program. He’ll oversee operations and help raise NIL funds. [Instagram]

New at Publik Kitchen

Publik Kitchen in the 9th & 9th neighborhood has officially expanded its hours and will now serve dinner on Fridays and Saturdays from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., starting this weekend. [Hey Salt Lake 📰 ]

Understanding St. George

If someone asked you to describe St. George, Utah, what would you say? A sunny land of retirement villas? A golf course haven with limited water? We explore a different moniker: the Florida of Utah. [City Cast Salt Lake 🎧]

Here are the neighborhood shoutouts making us smile this week, straight from City Cast Salt Lake Neighbors.

📣 Rhianna R. wants to shout out Central City Neighborhood Council. They meet the first Wednesday of every month at the SLC Library, and it’s a great opportunity to meet your neighbors, voice your concerns, and hear about new projects and initiatives that impact your community.

📣 Jenna A. loves Bare Roots Waxing Co. The studio is adorable, just like the owner, Evie. Go here for a local and affordable wax.

Do you have a shoutout to share? Join City Cast Salt Lake as a member to help us lift up our local people and places.