Fall scenes in Utah #utwx #stormhour

The North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park is set to partially reopen next week for the first time since a pair of massive wildfires destroyed many of its beloved buildings this summer. https://ow.ly/jges50X3bsw

SLC says Ken Sanders Rare Books is still open & it plans to figure out a new use for the old SLC Library after The Leonardo's recent announcement that it has permanently shuttered, citing issues with the building: www.ksl.com/article/5138...

"I'm grateful that it's done." Sugar House construction is (mostly) done after 3 long years, and businesses are ready to celebrate. Today marks the start of a monthlong punch card promotion, and there's a big party happening Oct. 4. More here: www.ksl.com/article/5138...

"We will not let the Great Salt Lake fail." Utah launched a new charter this afternoon, as it seeks to solve the GSL's challenges. It also received $200M in donation pledges, half of which is to be raised by local business leaders: www.ksl.com/article/5138...

An iconic rock formation by the Great Salt Lake is at the center of a bizarre land vandalism mystery.

"This is more than housing." Some of the first residents of The Other Side Village in SLC say the facility has changed their lives. Now the campus plans to expand as it has collected $30M in donations: www.ksl.com/article/5137...

"It has been the honor of my life to serve as Millcreek's first mayor, and I have very much enjoyed my time in this office." ICYMI: Millcreek Mayor Jeff Silvestrini, the city's first and only mayor, said he plans to retire in November amid recent health issues: www.ksl.com/article/5137...

A pair of Utah reps introduced a bill in Congress yesterday seeking to convey nearly 300 acres of USFS land to Fruit Heights, in a move that seeks to close a gap in the Bonneville Shoreline Trail: www.ksl.com/article/5137...

1 of 2 tornadoes that touched down in San Juan County earlier this month registered EF-2 with winds peaking at 120 mph, making it the most powerful tornado to touch down in the county since at least 1950.* *= Unless you count that "firenado" in July. www.ksl.com/article/5137...

"It seems like you guys check all the boxes." Is Salt Lake ready for MLB? Here's what these former big leaguers — who came to town for HR Derby X this weekend — had to say: www.ksl.com/article/5137...

"It just doesn't doesn't really solve the real problems, and it has a lot of collateral damage." Improving safety or overreaching? Salt Lake City's after-hours alcohol proposal sparks petition from several businesses who say they feel unfairly targeted: www.ksl.com/article/5137...

SLCo announced its architecture and construction management teams today for the massive SECC District redevelopment downtown. Here's a look at the project timeline, which could really start picking up within the next 2 years: www.ksl.com/article/5137...

"There's so much potential, and that is such a fun moment ..." Fairmont Park is the latest SLC park set for upgrades following the parks bond passed 3 years ago. Today, the city released 3 concept designs for what it'll look like: www.ksl.com/article/5137...

A new report recommends 4 ways to enhance glass recycling in Utah, following a bill that commissioned the study inspired by questions on what to do with ~$4M worth of glass from the old North Capitol Building: www.ksl.com/article/5137...

"Robert Redford left a legacy on Utah and the world that won't be soon forgotten." State and local leaders reflect on how Robert Redford used film and the outdoors to champion Utah: www.ksl.com/article/5137...

The field is set for MLB's Home Run Derby X finale at Daybreak this weekend. Here's a look at what the event is and who is participating: www.ksl.com/article/5137...

"It just kind of all worked out. ... I mean, I couldn't ask for a better route." Marc Amicone recently retired after 4 decades in sports. Here's a look at his career + how he played a key role in putting Utah on the path to potentially land an MLB team: www.ksl.com/article/5137...

Fall colors are starting to show 👀

The SLC CRA board declined to endorse Ballpark NEXT Community Design Plan earlier this week, but only because they want to make sure that's what's next for the old Bees home: www.ksl.com/article/5137...

NEW: SLC School District just released several new renderings of the future West HS to tack onto the recently-released Highland HS designs. This is what the schools will look like. SLC Council is voting tonight on a street vacation at 240 W. 200 N. tied to the West HS project

"This proposal would make our consumption regulations stricter than state law." Salt Lake City is considering a new ordinance that would crack down on after-hours booze amid a reported increase in nuisances citywide: www.ksl.com/article/5137...

Happening now: SLC-Utah 2034 is launching Podium34, which is the start of fundraising for the 2034 Winter Olympics. Over $200M of a $300M goal has already been met for the initial planning of the Games, before more funds are available after the 2028 LA Olympics: www.ksl.com/article/5137...

Salt Lake City has drastically changed since 1987, but one thing that hasn't changed since then is its Avenues community plan. That's about the change as the city explores a new plan for the neighborhood in a process currently underway: www.ksl.com/article/5137...

"This is kicking off the Power District, folks..." A massive new townhome complex signals the unofficial start of a massive overhaul in the area by the old RMP plant on SLC's west side. About half of the planned 157 units are now open, with the rest coming online soon: www.ksl.com/article/5137...

RIP Spirit Airlines at SLC. A little more than 3 years after the struggling low-cost carrier announced plans to expand to SLC, the company says it's leaving on Oct. 2 amid restructuring plans: www.ksl.com/article/5137...

"The number of people who came up to us and said, 'Are you going to have that Mormon Meteor?' was truly astounding." Mormon Meteor III is headed back to Capitol Hill, but this time to the new state museum that now has an opening date next year after Utah acquired it: www.ksl.com/article/5136...

Utah has reached a contractual agreement for nearly 16 acres in northwest SLC for a "first-of-its-kind" state homeless services campus. While the city is optimistic, officials say it won't be ready for the growing need for bed space ahead of this winter: www.ksl.com/article/5136...

In other Utah city news: Buc-ee's is looking to come to Utah after all. Here's a look at the proposed Springville location brought up under a potential MOU brought up in the Springville City Council today

SLC Council is receiving an update today on the Delta Center parking garage proposal in its work session today. Public hearing on it is tonight before likely vote next week

A lot wager between 2 local mayors over a Falcons/Chiefs game last year turned into a service project to help the birds at Tracy Aviary yesterday, including one of the falcons housed there: www.ksl.com/article/5136...

New: SLC Mayor Erin Mendenhall said the city is updating its event permitting application process following the fatal shooting at the “No Kings” protest in June.

At least two Utah legislative committees have opened up reviews into possible changes to a law requiring licenses at some wildlife management areas.

Saw Harmons had pumpkin spice everything on display this week, so I figured it was time to write about my favorite subject: the annual fall foliage outlook. Some colors are already on display. Here's when to expect more + why this year's colors might not be as bright: www.ksl.com/article/5136...

Whatever the skill level or age, everyone deserves to immerse themselves in fiery red maples and golden aspens across the Beehive State.

Just in: Utah will be moving out of Stage 2 fire restrictions on state lands beginning tomorrow, per Utah FFSL. Will remain at Stage 1, and officials are still urging fire safety this Labor Day weekend despite this week's monsoons

Believe it or not, but meteorological fall begins next week. Here's why Utah could see a continuation of the warmer, drier trend that has played out this summer: www.ksl.com/article/5136...

Great Salt Lake advocates are concerned about a preliminary outlook that indicates Utah could be in for a dry winter.

Planning for the civic center (aka Library/Washington Square block) section of SLC's Green Loop is picking up, with a new survey out to gather feedback before it's constructed: www.ksl.com/article/5136...

Salt Lake City passed an ordinance to curb unruly parties.

"I think there's a need..." The SLC planning commission gave SEG's Delta Center parking garage proposal a positive recommendation last night — with some notes. Here's more on the meeting + new details since the project was revealed in April: www.ksl.com/article/5136...

The SLC CRA approved a new Delta Center land lease this afternoon, which could be extended as long as the next 100 years. SEG can continue to rent at $1/yr as long as it provides some of the elements in last year's partnership agreement www.ksl.com/article/5135...

"It's just giving me hope that we can rebuild." 4 of downtown Salt Lake's bar/restaurant staples were destroyed in last night's fire, and more endured other impacts. But the businesses and city leaders say they're ready to restore what was lost: www.ksl.com/article/5135...

A massive fire broke out in the heart of downtown Salt Lake City Monday night, sending flames several stories high above the London Belle Supper Club and thick, heavy smoke out into the sky, blanketing the area. www.ksl.com/article/5135...

"Fremont Island is one of those places that jumps out..." Bighorn sheep are thriving five years after returning to Antelope Island, but herds could spread out to another Great Salt Lake island someday: www.ksl.com/article/5135...

Stage 1 fire restrictions are now in place across the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache and Ashley national forests, joining the Stage 2 restrictions on pretty much all other state and federal land in Utah as drought conditions worsen: www.ksl.com/article/5135...

Campers were evacuated after a fast-growing fire broke out east of Mirror Lake Highway in a remote section of Summit County www.ksl.com/article/5135...

UDOT is zeroing in on a plan for 300 West outside the Delta Center that lowers the roadway for SEG's new plaza. SLC is playing an advisory role on this one, but its transportation director says it could be a "big win" for traffic/pedestrian needs in the area: www.ksl.com/article/5135...

A fast-moving wildfire in Summit County has already burned 300-400 acres since beginning today, threatening structures and prompting evacuations of campers near Mirror Lake Highway: www.ksl.com/article/5135...

"There are people who support the project; there are a lot of people who aren't supporting the project." Residents have been split on a plan to build a hotel next to Sugar House Park, as a rezoning request of the old Sizzler is about to begin the city approval process: www.ksl.com/article/5135...