Utah Nonprofits Play Defense, 20+ Years for Running Water, SLC Marathon Closures
Utah's environmental organizations were in a frenzy this week due to President Trump’s rumor mill. Host Ali Vallarta and executive producer Emily Means discuss the administration's latest impacts on local nonprofits. Plus, a Navajo Nation community in Utah finally gets running water, The Beach Boys' Salt Lake ties, and a Met Gala fundraiser for teachers.
Resources and references:
- Planned Parenthood of Utah announces clinic closures [Instagram]
- A Navajo Nation community has running water after waiting nearly 25 years [Colorado Sun Times]
- IncludED United gala tickets
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