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💕 ‘Love Island USA’ is casting in Utah
December 10, 2025
Good morning! Looking to take your relationship with Salt Lake to the next level? When you become a City Cast Salt Lake Neighbor, you’re not just supporting this newsletter — you’re gaining access to some pretty sweet perks, including members-only events where you’ll meet other Neighbors IRL.
Our members are the coolest folks in this city. They are deeply committed to Salt Lake and want to see it thrive. If you’re looking for a way to get more involved in 2026, City Cast Salt Lake Neighbors is a great place to start.
Don’t forget, join this week and get our limited-run City Cast beanie, the perfect way to show you’re part of the club (‘cause in da clerb, we all fam).
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What's CITY Talking About
ICE Operations in Salt Lake City
Immigration and Customs Enforcement is beefing up its operation in Salt Lake City. We assembled practical legal advice if you encounter ICE at your business, home, or as a bystander. [City Cast Salt Lake 🎧]
Utah Ranks Among Most Generous
Utah cracked the top 10 most generous states on GoFundMe in 2025, with residents making over 330,000 donations totaling more than $30.7 million. [Salt Lake Tribune 🔒]
U of U to Strike $500M Private Equity Deal?
The University of Utah is set to finalize a first-of-its-kind deal with a private equity firm, creating a new for-profit company and bringing in more than $500 million to help run and grow its athletics program. [Yahoo Sports]
Calling All Singles
“Love Island USA” is officially casting in Utah, seeking charismatic singles to join its next season in a Fijian villa. Apply online or nominate someone you think would make a great islander. [ABC4]
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What To Do
Wednesday, Dec. 10
- ⛑️ CPR Class | Magna Fire Station
- 📜 Cider & Scroll Society | Thieves Guild Cidery
- 🏠 Craft & Crush: Gingerbread Houses | Flanker
- 🎥 “Beyond the Mix” | Utah Film Center
- 🖼️ Fisher Art Market | Fisher Brewing
- 🍽️ Loveloud’s Home for the Holidays Community Dinner | University of Utah
- 🐦 Lightwalk: Cocktails & Cardenalitos | Tracy Aviary
Thursday, Dec. 11
- 🎥 Salt Lake City Premiere of “Earth’s Greatest Enemy” | Kaysville Theatre
- ❄️ Yuletide at the Village Holiday Market (3 Days) | The Other Side Village
- ✍️ Writing Workshop Series: Reflecting on 2025 Through Journaling | Golden Braid Books
- 🛍️ Makers Market | Sugar House Coffee
- 🎞️ KRCL’s Music Meets Movies: “Stop Making Sense” | Brewvies Cinema Pub
- 🪡 Tote Bag Class | Salt Lake Sewciety
- 🎤 Leon Thomas | The Depot
- ✨ Ballpark Neighborhood Light-up | Smith’s Ballpark
- 🌈 God Is a Scottish Drag Queen (2 Nights) | Rose Wagner Performing Arts Center
- 🎶 The Lower Lights Christmas Concerts (3 Nights) | Kingsbury Hall
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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.
Thank you so much to our newest Neighbors: Angela J., Jerrica T., Rachel K., Erika R., Bill G., Philip G., Melanie W., Brooke P., Deb D.!
If this was a fundraising thermometer, we’re at about the 20% mark toward our goal. Join today!
— Terina Ria
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