📚 Midvale is getting a new library!

New Midvale Library

Salt Lake County and Midvale City have unanimously approved the purchase and sale of 2.5 acres in Midvale City Park to build a new library branch on the southwest corner. [Midvale City]

Mountain View Freeway Moves Forward

Utah Department of Transportation has released plans for the next phase of converting Mountain View Corridor into a full freeway between Herriman and West Jordan, and is seeking public feedback before construction begins in 2027. Public comments are open through Monday, Dec. 1. [KSL]

Utah’s Newest City Gets a Mayor

Utah’s newest city, Ogden Valley City, officially swore in its first mayor and city council this week (not to be confused with Ogden). This marks a major milestone since residents voted to incorporate the city last year. [FOX 13]

Salt Lake’s Best Movie Moments

Cozy up with our tour de Salt Lake neighborhoods, businesses, and locales featured in some of your favorite movies. [City Cast Salt Lake 🎧]

‘Tis the season for buying gifts and eating soup, and Hey Salt Lake readers came through with their favorite picks. Plus, we finally have a consensus on what you really think about dirty sodas.

🎁 Local Gifts

“The Cluck Truck's new brick and mortar restaurant on 285 W. 800 S. for gift cards.” — Pauline D.

“Alta Stained Glass is modern stained glass, handcrafted in Salt Lake City.” — Annie C.

“That Jawn Balm is a treatment that has been healing skin ailments for our family and friends for almost 10 years.” — Tina R.

“Have you been to Natur Showroom in Midvale? It is the most unbelievable place. Bugs, skeletons, rocks, fossils, it is truly so fun.” — Elisa G.

“Chocolate Covered Wagon at Gardner Village has excellent candy!” — Robin P.

🍲 Best Soup

“Numbing spicy beef noodle soup from One More Noodle House” — Pete S.

“Lobster bisque at Nordstrom Cafe Bistro (Fashion Place), most any soup at The Dodo Restaurant, and Market Street Grill clam chowder.” — Michelle I.

“Beef stew phở or chicken egg noodle soup at Phở Hao!” — @churchofthegoldenyolk

“Nabeyaki udon at Kyoto is always a winner! Think big ol’ soup cauldron.” — Carolina H.

🥤 Dirty Sodas

We asked if you Salt Lakers actually like dirty sodas and about 37% of responses said yes. Feels right.

Every week, City Cast Salt Lake Neighbors spotlight the places and people making our community shine.

📣Amanda C. wants to shout out Habitat for Humanity of Northern Utah, doing great things in Box Elder and Weber Counties. They always need volunteers or shop at the Weber ReStore in Ogden. Affordable housing is on everyone's mind (or should be) and HFHNU has been working for that goal for decades.

📣Elizabeth F. is a huge fan of Lovee's Cakes in Layton. They have the most fantastic cupcakes, but even more so, the most wonderful and inviting environment. They are a Black and woman-owned business, and they are incredibly LGBT friendly in a city that isn't always as welcoming.

Have a neighborhood gem you want to shout from the rooftops? Join City Cast Salt Lake Neighbors to participate.