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$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...]

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...]

Millie’s Burgers: Doing it Right, Fresh and from Scratch in Sugar House

June 2, 2022 by Alison Lafazan Leave a Comment

Burgers and fries made the old fashion way is what Dan and Stacy Neilson, owners of Millie’s Burgers in Sugar House, do six days a week.  “We make everything from scratch: our own sauces, french fries, onion rings, breaded mushrooms and breaded zucchinis,” says Dan. “We use fresh meat and cook your food to order. It makes a difference.”  Those are the basics that have … [Read more...]

Sugar House Naturopathic Medical Doctor Believes Psychedelics Change Lives

April 30, 2022 by Sona Schmidt-Harris Leave a Comment

Naturopathic Medical Doctor, Todd Cameron, believes psychedelics 'change lives.' Dr. Todd Cameron has been around. Not only is he a Naturopathic Medical Doctor (NMD), he has also worked as a pediatric ICU nurse and is certified in Advanced Wilderness Life Support and as a Wilderness Medicine First Responder. Because of his vast experience, he has had a number of residents … [Read more...]

Transformation of Sugar House and Its Impact on Small Local Businesses

November 18, 2021 by Cathy McKitrick Leave a Comment

Despite a huge transformation, Sugar House still maintains its synergy and charm Forever artsy and eclectic, the walkable Sugar House business district has long had a vibe of its own. And by 2005, developers discovered the neighborhood with hopes to capitalize on its synergy and charm. Since then, the south side of 2100 South between 1000 and 1100 East underwent a huge … [Read more...]

Homeless in Sugar House

October 17, 2021 by Richard Markosian Leave a Comment

As apartment buildings rise and the shelters fill, the voices of the homeless on homeless policy. “I’ve given up on the homeless resource center,” said a man who we’ll call John. Now camping around Fairmont Park for the past few months, John added, “They say they want to help, but I showed up two minutes after eight o’clock and they took my room and kept all of my … [Read more...]

Sugar House Growing Pains

September 18, 2021 by Jacob Rueda Leave a Comment

The traffic situation in Sugar House demands attention. With the population expected to grow, Salt Lake City is stepping up by addressing the situation with projects aimed at increasing public transit use as well as creating more walking and biking opportunities in the area. “We've got to do something,” said Salt Lake City transportation engineer Lynn Jacobs, “The problem … [Read more...]

The Story of Sugar House

August 8, 2021 by Richard Markosian Leave a Comment

A Sugar House that never produced sugar: How initial attempts failed, but in the end produced a huge industry from which Utah would greatly benefit. Sugar House is an area in Salt Lake City that is full of bungalow houses, parks, tree-lined streets and a community of mostly liberal, yuppie-types who drive their Subaru wagons to Whole Foods to buy overpriced organic … [Read more...]

Sugar House Granite Mills

August 1, 2021 by Nicole Anderson Leave a Comment

In the spring of 1907, the city of Salt Lake had only eight miles of paved roads, leaving the rest muddy, bogged-down, and at times, almost impassable. The automobile was gaining a foothold in the area, and with such rough road conditions, some brave drivers would take a chance by driving along the railroad tracks. This was fine until a train came along. The joining of the … [Read more...]

Renovated Sprague Library Retains its Historic Charm

June 29, 2021 by Pamela Manson Leave a Comment

Four years after a flash flood filled the Sprague Library’s basement with more than five feet of water and caused extensive damage, the branch is better than ever thanks to a $4.5 million renovation. The library, at 2131 South 1100 East, which is considered by many to be the heart of Sugar House, reopened May 3.  The design and remodel of Sprague Branch was done by … [Read more...]

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