City Cast Salt Lake
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April 16, 2026
Good morning! At City Cast Salt Lake we’re all about balance. We like to dig into the hard stuff and ask the tough questions, but we’re also interested in the things that make life joyful — like honeybees on the Salt Lake City library rooftop (the first library in the country to keep bees!).
When you become a City Cast Salt Lake Neighbor, you’ll get a weekly, curated list of the best things to do, because this city isn’t boring (I’m still not over it, Charles Barkley 😤). Plus, invites to members-only events where you can meet passionate Salt Lakers just like you.
If you join during this campaign you’ll also receive a custom felt pennant made just for you. Because you live here on purpose!
What's CITY Talking About
Sen. Blouin’s Offensive Posts Resurface
Congressional candidate and State Sen. Nate Blouin, D-Salt Lake City, is apologizing for past online posts in which he used derogatory language about women, people with disabilities, and members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Fellow Democrats have condemned the posts, with some calling for him to drop out of the congressional race. [Salt Lake Tribune 🔒]
‘Save Our Foothills’ 🤝 Salt Lake City
Salt Lake City brought in a conflict resolution expert to resolve disputes over new trails in the foothills. Here’s what to expect now, and what they learned. [City Cast Salt Lake 🎧]
Lawn Equipment Swap Returns
Salt Lake City has reopened its Clean Air SLC program, offering residents vouchers to trade in gas-powered lawn equipment for electric alternatives. Applications will stay open until funding runs out, so apply early! [Salt Lake City]
Big Cottonwood Fire Arrest
A 34-year-old man was arrested for allegedly starting multiple fires in Big Cottonwood Canyon. Authorities say the fires did not spread and were quickly contained. The suspect is facing arson charges and being held without bail. [ABC4]
Salt Lake News Crossword Puzzle
We deliver a lot of Salt Lake news in our little newsletter. See what’s sticking with our mini news crossword. Every clue is from a recent edition of City Cast Salt Lake!
Neighborhood Shoutouts
The best recs come from the passionate people who live here. We asked our City Cast Salt Lake Neighbors what they can’t get enough of, and here’s what they shared.
📣 Shannon K. loves Empanada Co. The food is amazing and the staff is consistently friendly and helpful, especially to folks with allergy concerns.
📣 Stephanie W. wants to shoutout her yoga teacher at Mosaic Yoga, Denise Druce. Denise also co-founded Yoga Forward, a hub for yoga service.
📣 Julie M. is a big fan of the poem guy who sits on Main Street and 300 South. His poems make the most fun gifts!
Member shoutouts are just one of the many benefits when you join City Cast Salt Lake Neighbors.
What To Do
Thursday, April 16
- ☕ Coffee Tasting Menu | Loki Coffee
- 🌸 Floral Wreath Workshop | Kiitos Brewing
- 🍷 Wine Takes Flight: Spring Awakenings | Tracy Aviary
- 🏳️🌈 Queer Utah Historians Roundtable | Signature Books, Marmalade
- 🚲 Fill Our Truck Food & Bike Drive | FFKR Architects
- 🥕 Farmers Market | Norkova
- 🖼️ Opening Reception & Watercolor Workshop: melt/water | Books & Supply
Friday, April 17
- 🎶 La Vida Loca: Latin Pop Hits (2 Night) | Abravanel Hall
- 🎸 Emo Night Brooklyn | The Complex
- 🖼️ Art Stroll | The Gateway
- 🥟 Neighborhood Spotlight: Xiao Bao Bao | Loki Coffee
- 💜 Hope & Healing Gala | Red Butte Garden
- 🎪 Cirque Italia Water Circus Metropolis (4 Days) | White Ball Park
- 🖼️ Susan Kirby & Hannah Vaughn Opening Reception and Gallery Stroll | Finch Lane Gallery
- 🎚️ Beats by Moonsiren & Musico | Drift Lounge
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Welcome to our newest City Cast Salt Lake Neighbors: Mo V., Leigh H., Prestin H., Stephanie M., Danielle G., and Mary Jane J.!
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