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Salt Lake City Businesses that Closed and Businesses that Thrive

February 1, 2023 by Richard Markosian Leave a Comment

The downtown Salt Lake City retail and restaurant marketplace has seen some big shake-ups since the end of lockdowns.  The demolition of the former Sears, which bookended State Street for over 65 years, now leaves a very large visible void. But State Street has seen some positive developments. iconoCLAD clothing  (which offers costumes and clothing for festivals and raves) … [Read more...]

Saving Great Salt Lake: 47-Day Vigil for Shrinking Great Salt Lake

January 23, 2023 by Kelli Christine Case Leave a Comment

The Great Salt Lake as a public health hazard There has been increasing media coverage in recent years resulting in growing awareness around the human health implications of the shrinking Great Salt Lake. It is becoming known among Utahns that the drying lakebed will soon become a public health hazard due to hazardous chemicals that have been recklessly discharged into the … [Read more...]

$12 Million Not Enough To Complete The S-Line Extension Project In Sugar House

December 22, 2022 by Morgan Olsen Leave a Comment

When the concept of the S-Line was introduced in the Sugar House area, many business owners in the community were excited by the prospect of the increased foot traffic an additional Trax line would bring. The plan to build was announced in 2012, and construction was completed in 2013, with the goal of making transportation in and around Sugar House more accessible to those who … [Read more...]

The Evolution of Main Street in Moab, Utah

November 20, 2022 by Holly Lammert Leave a Comment

Barreling south on Highway 191, following the Old Spanish Trail, drivers cross the Colorado River to arrive in Moab, a town made up almost entirely of hotels and tourist traps, T-shirt shops, and eclectic cafes, all surrounded by stunning natural beauty.  In the days of horse-drawn carriages, there was a precipitous 25-foot drop that required skillful maneuvering to gain … [Read more...]

The Man behind Utah’s Craziest Car Dealership Commercials

October 19, 2022 by Sona Schmidt-Harris Leave a Comment

You may have seen him in one of his memorable commercials. On television, he fits the profile of the shameless used car salesman, but in person, Nick Markosian is much more subdued. Tanned and handsome, he is neatly dressed and speaks confidently without any of the fanfare he exhibits in his commercials. It isn’t from nowhere that Markosian’s comfort in front of the camera … [Read more...]

October 2022 Events and Activities in Salt Lake and Beyond

October 10, 2022 by Utah Stories Leave a Comment

October Visit any of the nearby canyons for a hike or a drive and enjoy the changing leaves and color. Logan Canyon and the Alpine Loop always put on a spectacular show.  October Gardner Village Witches. Scavenger hunts throughout the village are free and lots of witches will be on display. Other activities include Witchapalooza, Witches Night Out, and a Witch 5K, 10K, and … [Read more...]

Will Former Sugar House Sizzler Site Turn into a Gas Station? Sugar House Residents Kept in the Dark.

September 22, 2022 by Kelli Christine Case Leave a Comment

Gas Station proposed for corner property. In February earlier this year, Nathan Abbot, representing Galloway US, submitted a conditional use proposal to the SLC Planning Commission to build a Kum & Go convenience store and gas station on the parcel adjacent to the Sego Lily Plaza and the Draw at Sugar House Park (2111 South 1300 East). If the proposal is approved, it is … [Read more...]

5 Utah Burgers You Must Try

September 8, 2022 by Amiee Maxwell Leave a Comment

Utah has a passion for burgers, and if you’re craving one, there is no shortage of burger joints to choose from. Whether you’re in Salt Lake City, or a tiny Southern Utah town, no matter what type of burger you prefer, you’ll find one you should try on this list:      Capitol Burger’s Mac N Cheese Burger If you check the reviews for Torrey’s Capitol Burger food truck, you’ll … [Read more...]

Challenges and Obstacles to Maintaining the Utah Lifestyle

July 5, 2022 by Richard Markosian Leave a Comment

In the 1840s, a persecuted religious group headed west, braving hostile Indian/Mexican territory so they could control their own destiny. The Mormons designed and built this grid city so that everyone coming could homestead and raise their own food away from the menacing factories and the industrial revolution. They voted for a more simple self-sufficient lifestyle by moving … [Read more...]

If Salt Lake City’s Homeless Had a Say in The over $20 Million Spent on Them

June 6, 2022 by Richard Markosian Leave a Comment

If Salt Lake City’s Homeless Had a Say in The over $20 Million Spent on Them, Here Is How They Would Spend it “I think there should be a shelter for both men and women, it’s not healthy to separate couples,” said Savannah who was living outside in a tent at the former homeless encampment called Fort Pioneer. She added, “Also, they need a place where they allow … [Read more...]

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