Redwood Drive-In’s Fate, Armed Guards in Schools, Get $$ for Vaccinations
The Redwood Drive-In Theater & Swap Meet’s fate has been decided. Host Ali Vallarta and executive producer Emily Means analyze what went right and what went wrong in the process. Plus, armed guards in public schools, $$ for vaccinations, and Salt Lake County mayoral candidates on the record.
Resources and references:
- What’s on the Table With SLC’s Downtown Sports District? [Hey Salt Lake]
- West Valley City Council votes on controversial rezoning of Redwood Drive-In Theatre & Swap Meet [Fox 13]
- Utah says armed school guardians will need to pass a mental health screening [KUER]
- Thriving in Place [Salt Lake City Government)
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