City Cast Salt Lake
✨ Free tickets to holiday lights!
December 8, 2025
Hey, Salt Lake! We’re kicking off our final membership campaign of the year, and I’d be so grateful if you’d consider becoming a City Cast Salt Lake Neighbor.
As we head into the new year, we’re declaring 2026 the year of the local. Because being a more engaged neighbor is the best way to build connection in an increasingly disconnected world.
If you also believe in a more connected, curious, compassionate city, it’s probably why you’re here. City Cast Salt Lake is dedicated to keeping you informed, but we can't do it without your support. Become a member today!
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What's CITY Talking About
New Study on Suicide Risk
Researchers at the University of Utah found that about half of people who die by suicide show no prior signs of suicidal thoughts, behaviors, or depression. The study underscores the need for new approaches to support people who may be vulnerable without obvious warning signs. [University of Utah]
- Utah has one of the highest rates of depression in the country: bookmark these mental health resources. [Hey Salt Lake 📰]
Utility Bills Rising Again
Rocky Mountain Power is seeking a 4.48% price increase for Utah customers, just months after a previous hike, to fund a new state-approved wildfire insurance fund. This would add about $3.70 to the average monthly residential bill starting in May. [Salt Lake Tribune 🔒]
Improving School Attendance With AI?
The Salt Lake City School District is seeking a new attendance platform that can actively reduce chronic absenteeism, a major issue post-COVID, by improving two-way communication with families, offering multilingual support, and using AI-assisted messaging. [KUTV]
Take Your Poo, SLC
More and more state and national parks are asking Utahns to take their poo with them. Here are our best ideas for complying! [City Cast Salt Lake 🎧]
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What To Do
Monday, Dec. 8
- 🥪 Beltex Meats Cubano Night | Bar Nohm
- 🥔 Latke Workshop | IJ & Jeanné Wagner Jewish Community Center
- 🧘 Breathe It Like You Mean It | The Norkova Studio
- 🎻 Winter Concert | Utah Cultural Celebration Center
- 🎁 Last Day of 9th & 9th Giving Tree | Various Locations
- 🎹 Christmas Night of Music Concert | Riverton High School Auditorium
- 🎨 DIY Holiday Gift Night | Marmalade Library
Tuesday, Dec. 9
- 🪧 Stand Up for Utah’s Democracy People’s Rally | Utah State Capitol
- 💀 Tim Burton Trivia Night | Fiddler’s
- 🍿 CineCraftSLC Presents: “The Grinch” | Brewvies Cinema Pub
- 🎷 Swingin’ Live Jazz & Craft Cocktails | Drift Lounge
- 🎨 Shrinky Dink Night | Second Summit Hard Cider Co.
- 🎻 Lindsey Stirling | Maverik Center
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Free Photos With Santa at Salt Lake City Hall
Head to city hall on Saturday, Dec. 13, between noon and 2 p.m., for free family photos with Santa. No registration needed — just line up and enjoy a fun, festive moment with your loved ones.
We’re giving away four tickets to Holiday Lights at The Ballpark at America First Square. Email me your favorite place to see holiday lights, and we’ll select a winner at random by noon. Good luck!
— Terina Ria
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