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| What Salt Lake's Talking About |
| | Property Tax Increase Approved | Salt Lake City approved a $2.1 billion budget that includes a proposed property tax increase of about $10 a month for a $624,000 home. City leaders say the increase will help cover rising costs, but residents could likely face another tax hike next year. [KSL] | | Utah Brand Featured at Trump Event | Utah-based Black Rifle Coffee drew national attention for sponsoring a motocross show on the White House lawn during Trump’s birthday weekend festivities. The company is no stranger to right-wing politics; from supporting Blue Live Matter to criticizing Starbucks for hiring Syrian refugees, and earning endorsements from Donald Trump Jr. and Sean Hannity. [Axios Salt Lake City 🔒] | | Cucina Toscana To Close | After almost 30 years in business, Cucina Toscana is closing its doors for good. Their last day will be this Saturday, June 20. [Instagram] | | AI Super PACs in Utah | A super PAC can raise unlimited money, and two of them looking to influence the future of AI regulation have started spending in Utah. [City Cast Salt Lake 🎧] | | Goldman Sachs Day | Earlier this week, Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall declared June 16 Goldman Sachs Day. We’re assuming on this day everyone has to dress business casual and work 17-hour days? [Salt Lake City] |
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| |  | A platter of fish and chips. (Grace Cary/ Getty Images) |
| This week, Salt Lakers are sharing their thoughts on State Street, memories of Coachman’s, and where to get the best fish and chips. | | Where To Get Fish & Chips | “Summerhays Halibut and Chips. Not a fancy place, but great chips.” — Merrily R. | | “Little Taste of Britain is a little outside Salt Lake City but has the best English-style fish and chips I've had here!” — Emily G. | | Is State Street Passive Aggressive? | “Yeah State Street is pretty awful. I don’t even drive very often, and I notice it. But then again, given that it’s not particularly safe to bike, and walking across the incredibly wide lanes can be uncomfortable, we didn’t exactly set ourselves up for success here.” — Chase V. | | “Utah drivers are SO passive aggressive! You try to wave at them or get over at a red light and they actively have to look away from you and it won’t even be busy. I’m from the south and you can have a full conversation with your hands about who is doing what on the road. Here it’s funny trying to get someone’s attention.” — Yasmin A. | | “I see State Street as just aggressive 😉” — Mike C. | | Coachman’s Memories | “Coachman’s is the first restaurant that I remember! I was 5-years-old when my dad took me there for the first time. I felt so grown up to be going to a fancy downtown restaurant and eating pancakes for dinner! Although he’s passed on, this memory instantly takes me back to the time when my dad was my entire world, and his love, kindness, and compassion lives on.” — Amy O. | | “I worked there when I was 16 and I remember I got a quarter tip from a family of four. We also had to wear really short skirts!” — Kelly M. | | “I just wanted to share that there is a small group that is actively working with the new owner of the Coachman's property to save the iconic sign.” — Patrick B. |
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| | | As temperatures rise, so can your energy use. We're here to help with energy choices, discounts that save you money, and tools to keep your home cool and comfortable all summer long. Learn more here. |
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| | | City Cast Salt Lake Neighbors have excellent taste. Here’s what they’re loving lately. | | 📣 Josie H. wants to shoutout SLUG Magazine for being a great source for local music journalism. | | 📣 Jessica G. recommends Dreamscapes, a creative, unique, and accessible adventure right in the heart of downtown. | | 📣 Jenny B. can’t say enough good things about Afghan Kitchen. The vibes, food, staff, and prices are immaculate. And don’t miss the cardamom ice cream. | | Join our community of members and help our readers uncover even more local favorites. | | |
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| | | The 50th annual Utah Arts Festival starts this week, June 18-21! Take advantage of discounted entry on Thursday from 5-11 p.m., plus free admission for kids 12 and under all weekend. Bring the whole crew and discover hands-on creative experiences, shareable moments, and art around every corner. Don't miss the best fest of the summer! | |
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We’re off tomorrow for Juneteenth, but we’ll be back in your inbox on Monday! How are you celebrating? | | — Terina Ria |
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