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April 3, 2026

Bibles in Utah Schools, Westminster Mystery, Pothole Palooza

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Bibles in Utah Schools, Westminster Mystery, Pothole Palooza

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A new law that requires third graders to study the Bible has Salt Lakers talking. Host Ali Vallarta, executive producer Emily Means, and City Cast Salt Lake contributor Andy Larsen discuss the controversy. Plus, diving into a Westminster University mystery and picks of the week. 

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