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October 19, 2026

SLC’s Pipeline Fight, Early Ski Season, Politicians’ New Hair

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SLC’s Pipeline Fight, Early Ski Season, Politicians’ New Hair

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A proposed fuel pipeline could run through Emigration Canyon, the Avenues, and Rose Park. Host Ali Vallarta talks with City Cast Salt Lake contributors Kate Groetzinger and Jack Stauss about the potential risks and whether Salt Lakers would see any benefits. Plus, an early taste of ski season and Utah politicians sporting new hair.

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