King's English Backlash, Our Perfect Parks, Goodbye Quarters Sugar House
The King's English took heat over the weekend for promoting Gov. Spencer Cox's new book. Host Ali Vallarta, executive producer Emily Means, and newsletter editor Terina Ria discuss the backlash. Plus, finding our perfect park and local shoutouts.
Resources and references:
- Utah bookstore cancels Gov. Cox promo after community backlash [Salt Lake Tribune]
- Find your perfect park using the City Cast Salt Lake parks map.
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