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A video game maker has recreated the inside of the Nutty Putty Cave, the Utah County cave that was permanently closed in 2009 after John Jones died inside it.
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You can explore Nutty Putty Cave again — but only in virtual reality
A video game maker has recreated the inside of the Nutty Putty Cave, the Utah County cave that was permanently closed in 2009 after John Jones died inside it.
https://www.sltrib.com/news/environment/2025/09/27/utahs-sealed-nutty-putty-cave/?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot
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After Utah reinstated LaFeber’s license, one patient only found out about his disciplinary record via The Tribune and
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. How does a dentist nearly “lose their license and get it back,” she asked, “and patients are not aware of that?”
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Failed root canals, lost implants: How a Utah dentist accused of substandard care was allowed to keep practicing
Utah’s dentistry board urged the state to revoke Nicholas LaFeber’s license after he was disciplined for reports of failed root canals and poor dental work. Instead, regulators reinstated it. Now new patients say they’ve been hurt.
https://www.sltrib.com/news/health/2025/09/26/utah-reinstates-nicholas-lafebers/
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A Provo neighborhood has been grappling with floodwaters and mud in the wake of a hillside fire. An LDS chapel has been shut down to undergo cleanup and repairs.
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Damage to Provo homes and an LDS chapel from a mudslide could have been avoided, residents say
A Provo neighborhood has been grappling with floodwaters and mud in the wake of a hillside fire. An LDS chapel has been shut down to undergo cleanup and repairs.
https://www.sltrib.com/religion/2025/09/27/damage-provo-homes-chapel-mudslide/?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot
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Rep. Trevor Lee wants to remove Harvey Milk's name from 900 South in Salt Lake City and rename it for Charlie Kirk. Critics call the move "spiteful."
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Utah GOP lawmaker wants to rename Harvey Milk Boulevard to honor Charlie Kirk
Rep. Trevor Lee wants to remove Harvey Milk's name from 900 South in Salt Lake City and rename it for Charlie Kirk. Critics call the move "spiteful."
https://www.sltrib.com/news/politics/2025/09/27/rep-trevor-lee-wants-rename-harvey/?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot
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Without a funding deal, the government will shutdown Oct. 1. Utah's congressional delegation is placing the blame on Democrats.
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‘On track for a shutdown:’ Why Rep. Blake Moore thinks the federal government may shutter
Without a funding deal, the government will shutdown Oct. 1. Utah's congressional delegation is placing the blame on Democrats.
https://www.sltrib.com/news/politics/2025/09/27/government-shutdown-utah-rep-moore/?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot
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Recently released 911 calls from the Charlie Kirk shooting at Utah Valley University span from the immediate moments after Kirk was fatally shot Sept. 10 to nearly 35 minutes later, phoned from the courtyard, campus and beyond.
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‘I saw everything’: 911 calls after Kirk shooting capture panic on and beyond campus
Recently released 911 calls from the Charlie Kirk shooting at Utah Valley University span from the immediate moments after Kirk was fatally shot Sept. 10 to nearly 35 minutes later, phoned from the courtyard, campus and beyond.
https://www.sltrib.com/news/2025/09/27/911-calls-after-charlie-kirk/?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot
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Kyle Whittingham keeps asking: Where are Utah’s wideouts?
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Utah needs its wide receivers to finally show up vs. West Virginia
Kyle Whittingham keeps asking: Where are Utah’s wideouts?
https://www.sltrib.com/sports/utah-utes/2025/09/27/kyle-whittingham-keeps-asking/?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot
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Check out Pat Bagley's latest cartoon: Tiny Tyrants
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Bagley Cartoon: Tiny Tyrants
Check out Pat Bagley's latest cartoon: Tiny Tyrants
https://www.sltrib.com/opinion/bagley/2025/09/26/bagley-cartoon-tiny-tyrants/?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot
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"Our university crime statistics may appear radically out-of-whack among our peer institutions, but it could be that the high numbers are actually a good thing," writes the University of Utah's Chris Linder.
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Voices: How we are working on the ‘before’ of sexual violence at the U, as well as the ‘after’
"Our university crime statistics may appear radically out-of-whack among our peer institutions, but it could be that the high numbers are actually a good thing," writes the University of Utah's Chris Linder.
https://www.sltrib.com/opinion/commentary/2025/09/26/voices-how-u-is-trying-prevent/?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot
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Eugene Orr, who co-founded Genesis, the LDS support group for Black Latter-day Saints affected the former temple-priesthood ban, has died
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Co-founder of Genesis Group dies. He was told Latter-day Saints didn’t like Black people. Then he became one.
Eugene Orr, who co-founded Genesis, the LDS support group for Black Latter-day Saints affected the former temple-priesthood ban, has died
https://www.sltrib.com/religion/2025/09/26/black-latter-day-saint-who-co/?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot
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Nexstar, owner of ABC4 in Salt Lake City, will resume airing "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" on its ABC affiliates after a weeklong suspension.
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In Utah, ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’ is returning to ABC4
Nexstar, owner of ABC4 in Salt Lake City, will resume airing "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" on its ABC affiliates after a weeklong suspension.
https://www.sltrib.com/news/2025/09/26/after-nexstar-decision-jimmy/?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot
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Letter: Totalitarian countries are built on a lack of speech and thought because those are the only soldiers it cannot defeat.
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Letter: We cannot allow power to determine principle, force to dictate feeling, and violence to determine virtue
Letter: We cannot allow power to determine principle, force to dictate feeling, and violence to determine virtue
https://www.sltrib.com/opinion/letters/2025/09/26/letter-we-cannot-allow-power/
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Letter: Donald Trump makes no effort to adhere to Gov. Cox’s “disagree better” slogan, so why does our governor still support him?
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Letter: In what way does Trump “disagree better,” Gov. Cox?
Letter: In what way does Trump “disagree better,” Gov. Cox?
https://www.sltrib.com/opinion/letters/2025/09/26/letter-what-way-does-trump/
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“Doing good should not justify bad behavior,” writes Susan R. Madsen in an op-ed. “Our research continues to show that Utah falls short in most areas linked to thriving for girls and women.”
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Voices: In a place like Utah, ‘moral credits’ can’t make up for how we treat women
“Doing good should not justify bad behavior,” writes Susan R. Madsen in an op-ed. “Our research continues to show that Utah falls short in most areas linked to thriving for girls and women.”
https://www.sltrib.com/opinion/commentary/2025/09/26/voices-moral-credits-cant-make-up/
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Utah licensors rarely discipline dentists over whether they are competent to do their jobs, an analysis by The Tribune and
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found. Nor is there a law requiring disclosure to patients when a dentist is disciplined.
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Failed root canals, lost implants: How a Utah dentist accused of substandard care was allowed to keep practicing
Utah’s dentistry board urged the state to revoke Nicholas LaFeber’s license after he was disciplined for reports of failed root canals and poor dental work. Instead, regulators reinstated it. Now new patients say they’ve been hurt.
https://www.sltrib.com/news/health/2025/09/26/utah-reinstates-nicholas-lafebers/
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About 10 days after first sharing on social media that their Salt Lake City “lounge brewery" was in danger of shutting down, Policy Kings is “officially closed.”
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Policy Kings bar in Central Ninth ‘officially closed’ amid dispute with landlord
About 10 days after first sharing on social media that their Salt Lake City “lounge brewery" was in danger of shutting down, Policy Kings is “officially closed.”
https://www.sltrib.com/artsliving/2025/09/26/policy-kings-bar-salt-lake-city/
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Workers at LGBTQ+ bar The SunTrapp have announced their intent to unionize and say they hope for voluntary recognition. But in a text to The Tribune, the bar’s owner indicated that is unlikely, writing, “The SunTrapp will not be unionizing.”
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Owner of iconic Salt Lake City LGBTQ+ bar says it’s ‘too small’ to unionize as workers announce intent
A majority of employees at The SunTrapp, an iconic LGBTQ+ bar in Salt Lake City, announced Friday that they intend to unionize.
https://www.sltrib.com/artsliving/2025/09/26/suntrapp-lgbtq-bar-workers/
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Utah National Guard generals have not been invited to an impromptu meeting called by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
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Utah National Guard generals not invited to Hegseth’s impromptu meeting of top military brass
Utah National Guard generals have not been invited to an impromptu meeting called by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
https://www.sltrib.com/news/politics/2025/09/26/hegseth-meeting-utah-national/?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot
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FanX forbids A.I.-generated art on the vendor floor as the annual gathering gets underway in downtown Salt Lake City.
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Utahns pour in for FanX, but A.I. is out in favor of ‘human-created art and goods’
FanX forbids A.I.-generated art on the vendor floor as the annual gathering gets underway in downtown Salt Lake City.
https://www.sltrib.com/artsliving/2025/09/26/artist-reacts-ai-art-policy-utahs/?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot
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Mestizo Coffeehouse’s gallery for years has served as a place for artists to get a start.
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Mestizo Coffeehouse was a ‘unique and not easily replaced’ launchpad for emerging artists
The coffee shop’s gallery for years has served as a place for artists to get a start.
https://www.sltrib.com/artsliving/2025/09/26/mestizos-art-gallery-helped/
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A look at the role faith, mysticism and morality plays in Robert Redford's films.
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‘Taking dead aim at hypocrisy’ — The role religion, miracles, mysticism and morality played in Robert Redford’s films
A look at the role faith, mysticism and morality plays in Robert Redford's films.
https://www.sltrib.com/religion/2025/09/26/role-faith-robert-redfords-films/?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot
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"Lord of the Rings" actors share insights on filming the series with Salt Lake City crowd.
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At FanX, ‘Lord of the Rings’ actors praise fans for keeping the trilogy alive
"Lord of the Rings" actors share insights on filming the series with Salt Lake City crowd.
https://www.sltrib.com/artsliving/2025/09/26/lord-rings-actors-lead-first-panel/?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot
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If you’re a fan of local beer and food, street art, books and culture, you’ll want to find yourself in Salt Lake City’s Granary District this weekend for Hoodah Fest, Oktoberfest and a celebration of bookseller Ken Sanders.
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In the Granary District, these big weekend events center around beer, art, books and food
If you’re a fan of local beer and food, street art, books and culture, you’ll want to find yourself in Salt Lake City’s Granary District this weekend for Hoodah Fest, Oktoberfest and a celebration of bookseller Ken Sanders.
https://www.sltrib.com/artsliving/food/2025/09/26/granary-district-these-big-weekend/?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot
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The spiritual journey of a former Latter-day Saint missionary — once afflicted by scrupulosity — took her to ministry in the Lutheran church and a congregation in southern Utah.
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Former LDS proselytizer embraces a new mission — as a Lutheran pastor
The spiritual journey of a former Latter-day Saint missionary — once afflicted by scrupulosity — took her to ministry in the Lutheran church and a congregation in southern Utah.
https://www.sltrib.com/religion/2025/09/26/lds-missionary-turned-lutheran/?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot
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Here's how Utah residents can provide input on the Legislature's proposed congressional maps.
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Redistricting: Here’s how to weigh in on Utah’s new congressional maps
Here's how Utah residents can provide input on the Legislature's proposed congressional maps.
https://www.sltrib.com/news/politics/2025/09/26/utah-congressional-redistricting/?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot
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Roadwork on 2100 South is finally completed after about a year and a half of construction.
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Construction on 2100 South in Sugar House is finally over. Here’s what to know.
Roadwork on 2100 South is finally completed after about a year and a half of construction.
https://www.sltrib.com/news/2025/09/26/sugar-house-road-construction/?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot
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It's the second year in a row the University of Utah has disclosed a significantly high count of sexual assault cases.
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The University of Utah again reported a significantly high amount of sexual assault cases. Here’s why.
It's the second year in a row the University of Utah has disclosed a significantly high count of sexual assault cases.
https://www.sltrib.com/news/education/2025/09/26/university-utah-again-reports/
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A new, free newspaper will serve people in Washington County — home to more than 200,000 people today and an anticipated 460,000 in the future — with news and information that’s just for them.
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Lauren Gustus: We’re launching The Southern Utah Tribune
A new, free newspaper will serve people in Washington County — home to more than 200,000 people today and an anticipated 460,000 in the future — with news and information that’s just for them.
https://www.sltrib.com/news/business/2025/09/26/nonprofit-newspaper-will-serve/?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot
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Rice-Eccles Stadium's long lines have sparked calls for improvements. Here's what the U. says it's doing to make things easier for Utah football fans.
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Utah football fans have some complaints about Rice-Eccles Stadium. Here’s how the U. is improving things.
Rice-Eccles Stadium's long lines have sparked calls for improvements. Here's what the U. says it's doing to make things easier for Utah football fans.
https://www.sltrib.com/sports/utah-utes/2025/09/26/utah-football-fans-push-rice/?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot
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Utah’s dentistry board urged the state to revoke Nicholas LaFeber’s license after he was disciplined for reports of failed root canals and poor dental work. Instead, regulators reinstated it. Now new patients say they’ve been hurt.
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Failed root canals, lost implants: How a Utah dentist accused of substandard care was allowed to keep practicing
Utah’s dentistry board urged the state to revoke Nicholas LaFeber’s license after he was disciplined for reports of failed root canals and poor dental work. Instead, regulators reinstated it. Now new patients say they’ve been hurt.
https://www.sltrib.com/news/health/2025/09/26/utah-reinstates-nicholas-lafebers/?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot
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Check out Pat Bagley's latest cartoon: BFFs
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Bagley Cartoon: BFFs
Check out Pat Bagley's latest cartoon: BFFs
https://www.sltrib.com/opinion/bagley/2025/09/25/bagley-cartoon-bffs/?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot
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Letter: What is Mike Lee going to say at Turning Point’s USU event? Is he going to use the opportunity to fan the flames of division in our country?
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Letter: We need leaders who renounce violence. What can we expect of Sen. Lee at the upcoming USU Turning Point USA event?
Letter: What is Mike Lee going to say at Turning Point’s USU event? Is he going to use the opportunity to fan the flames of division in our country?
https://www.sltrib.com/opinion/letters/2025/09/25/letter-we-need-leaders-who/?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot
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Letter: Where are the benches in Salt Lake City’s parks?
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Letter: Where are the benches in Salt Lake City’s parks?
Letter: Where are the benches in Salt Lake City’s parks?
https://www.sltrib.com/opinion/letters/2025/09/25/letter-where-are-benches-salt-lake/?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot
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SLC School District officials say former West High Principal Jared Wright’s claims of retaliation against him and his family are “categorically false.”
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SLC school district denies retaliating against former West High principal who raised safety concerns after student stabbing
In testimony to lawmakers Thursday, the former principal of West High School accused school district officials of retaliating against him over safety issues. One lawmaker called their alleged conduct "bull crap" — but officials later denied the claims in detail.
https://www.sltrib.com/news/education/2025/09/25/slc-former-west-high-principal/
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As General Conference looms, 101-year-old LDS Church President Russell Nelson is losing his eyesight.
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At 101, LDS Church President Russell Nelson suffers a health setback
As General Conference looms, 101-year-old LDS Church President Russell Nelson is losing his eyesight.
https://www.sltrib.com/religion/2025/09/25/101-lds-church-president-russell/?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot
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Lagoon Amusement Park was approved Thursday for a full Utah liquor license in anticipation of a new private club opening at the Farmington park next spring, similar to The Walt Disney Co.’s Club 33.
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Lagoon amusement park gets Utah liquor license, with plans for Club 33-inspired private club
Lagoon Amusement Park was approved Thursday for a full Utah liquor license in anticipation of a new private club opening at the Farmington park next spring, similar to The Walt Disney Co.’s Club 33.
https://www.sltrib.com/artsliving/2025/09/25/lagoon-park-gets-utah-liquor/?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot
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In the latest LDS news, a demographer predicts the church's missionary force will start to shrink, and apostle David Bednar rededicates a sacred historic spot.
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Latest from Mormon Land: A bold missionary prediction; a makeover for the LDS ‘Mount Sinai’
In the latest LDS news, a demographer predicts the church's missionary force will start to shrink, and apostle David Bednar rededicates a sacred historic spot.
https://www.sltrib.com/religion/2025/09/25/latest-mormon-land-bold-missionary/?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot
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On this week’s podcast, Latter-day Saint therapist Jennifer Finlayson-Fife sheds light on how “soulful sex” can bring couples closer to each other and closer to God.
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Utah Eats: A new candy store in South Salt Lake, Sir Walter Candy Company, serves up sweet treats in a location that's like a work of art in itself.
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A new Utah candy store is a sweet work of art
Utah Eats: A new candy store in South Salt Lake, Sir Walter Candy Company, serves up sweet treats in a location that's like a work of art in itself.
https://www.sltrib.com/artsliving/food/2025/09/25/utah-eats-new-candy-store-south/?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot
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Ken Sanders told The Tribune that his bookstore remains open but he isn’t sure it has a future in The Leonardo building. “My fate is in the hands of the city,” he said. “They’re playing nice, but I just don’t know.”
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Here’s why The Leonardo museum in Salt Lake City says it’s closing for good
After nearly 15 years of operating in Salt Lake City, The Leonardo science and art museum has announced it is permanent closing.
https://www.sltrib.com/artsliving/arts/2025/09/25/leonardo-museum-is-permanently/
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The principal of West High School resigned earlier this year for undisclosed reasons — but in testimony before lawmakers Thursday, he accused Salt Lake City district officials of retaliating against him over a safety issue.
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Former West High principal says district ‘retaliated’ against him for raising safety concerns after 2023 student stabbing
The principal of West High School resigned earlier this year for undisclosed reasons — but in testimony before lawmakers Thursday, he accused Salt Lake City district officials of retaliating against him over a safety issue.
https://www.sltrib.com/news/education/2025/09/25/slc-former-west-high-principal/
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University of Utah President Taylor Randall has worked to provide "bridge funding" to keep the U.'s research going despite federal cuts. But there have still been some layoffs.
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How the University of Utah is scrambling to cover the millions lost from Trump’s research cuts
University of Utah President Taylor Randall has worked to provide "bridge funding" to keep the U.'s research going despite federal cuts. But there have still been some layoffs.
https://www.sltrib.com/news/education/2025/09/25/how-university-utah-working-keep/
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Michael McCarty was 14 when he began working for his family’s produce business in Salt Lake City. When it began to struggle financially, he said, he was ready to give it everything he had.
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‘We just couldn’t keep up’: Utah family produce business closes after 61 years
Michael McCarty was 14 when he began working for his family’s produce business in Salt Lake City. When it began to struggle financially, he said, he was ready to give it everything he had.
https://www.sltrib.com/news/business/2025/09/25/joe-granato-produce-salt-lake-city/
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After nearly 15 years of operating in Salt Lake City, The Leonardo science and art museum has announced it is permanently closing.
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Here’s why The Leonardo museum in Salt Lake City says it’s closing for good
After nearly 15 years of operating in Salt Lake City, The Leonardo science and art museum has announced it is permanent closing.
https://www.sltrib.com/artsliving/arts/2025/09/25/leonardo-museum-is-permanently/
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Salt Lake City sidelined a proposed ban on some after-hours alcohol consumption.
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Facing blowback, SLC slows down on proposal to ban late-night drinking at businesses
Salt Lake City sidelined a proposed ban on some after-hours alcohol consumption.
https://www.sltrib.com/news/2025/09/25/slc-faces-public-outcry-over/?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot
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The Utah Mammoth registered two new logos with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office this week, providing a new look for hockey fans.
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Utah Mammoth register two new logos with U.S. trademark office
The Utah Mammoth registered two new logos with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office this week, providing a new look for hockey fans.
https://www.sltrib.com/sports/utah-hockey-club/2025/09/25/utah-mammoth-trademark-new-logos/?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot
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Utah epidemiologist Dr. Leisha Nolen said while the state has measles post-exposure treatment that can be used on young infants, the supply is limited, and there may not be enough in the event of a mass exposure.
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Nearly a dozen Utah infants were exposed to measles, triggering a race for preventative treatment
Utah health officials discovered a person infected with measles visited a Logan medical clinic, where 11 vulnerable babies were exposed, launching a race to get the infants preventative treatment.
https://www.sltrib.com/news/2025/09/24/nearly-dozen-utah-babies-exposed/
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The team and the 7-footer have not reached a deal on a contract extension, The Athletic reports.
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Why Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler could be headed for restricted free agency
The team and the 7-footer have not reached a deal on a contract extension, The Athletic reports.
https://www.sltrib.com/sports/jazz/2025/09/25/utah-jazz-walker-kessler-fail/?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot
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Texas Tech tops this week's Big 12 power rankings after a dominant win over Utah.
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Big 12 power rankings: Has BYU overtaken the Utes?
Texas Tech tops this week's Big 12 power rankings after a dominant win over Utah.
https://www.sltrib.com/sports/utah-utes/2025/09/25/texas-tech-tops-big-12-power/?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot
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Video captured by residents on the Navajo Nation's Utah portion shows a tornado touching down in the desert. Meteorologists say it was two tornadoes, which both started near McCracken Mesa.
https://www.sltrib.com/news/environment/2025/09/24/navajo-nation-residents-share
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