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Tips and tricks by Salt Lake locals, for locals.

This article is sponsored by Rocky Mountain Power.

Test Your Energy-Saving Knowledge

Tips and tricks for living your best Salt Lake City life, by locals, for locals.

Salt Lake Life Hacks

Terina Ria

This article is sponsored by Rocky Mountain Power

Summer temps in Utah are high, but your power bill doesn’t have to be. A few small changes around the house can make a noticeable difference without sacrificing comfort.

One of the easiest ways to lower your power bill is setting your air conditioner a few degrees higher. Rocky Mountain Power says 78 is great, and a smart thermostat can automatically adjust the temperature when you’re away.

: Replace or clean filters monthly and consider a seasonal tune-up to help your AC run more efficiently.

Most loads don't need hot water, so switching to cold can save energy. And don’t forget to clean the dryer’s lint trap after every load.

: Save your energy-intensive chores, like laundry and dish washing, for the evening when your house is cooler.

West-facing windows during the summers can be brutal. Keep the blinds or curtains closed during the day, then crack the windows in the evening to let cooler air in.

: Avoid the oven on hot days and use a toaster oven, microwave, or grill instead.

Electronics keep draining power even when they’re off, so unplug devices you aren’t using or connect them to a power strip for an easy shutoff.

: Lower your water heater to 120 degrees. You’ll still have plenty of hot water, but with lower energy costs.

Utah summers are expensive. These simple tips can help Salt Lake residents stay cool, use less energy, and lower their monthly power bills.

How To Save Money on Your Summer Energy Bill in Salt Lake City

How To Save Money on Your Summer Power Bill

Special thanks to City Cast Salt Lake contributor Shireen Ghorbani for some of these recs!

If you’re a parent, summer is probably already creeping onto your calendar. The time to register your kid in summer camp is now. Here are a few options around Salt Lake.

Hosted on the University of Utah campus, 

 offers a classic summer camp experience for kids ages 5-14, with weekly themes, hands-on activities, and field trip days. You can sign up for a single session or mix and match classes.

 are geared toward ages 6-17 and center on specific fields and skills for a more educational deep dive.

Register asap for this summer camp favorite! Kids ages 8-11 will learn things like stop motion animation, filmmaking, and video game design, from professional artists.

If you have a kid who loves to jam out in the back seat, School of Rock might be a good fit. Kids ages 6-17 can try guitar, bass, drums, keys, or vocals, no matter their skill level.

Sadly, despite the name, goats are not involved. Instead, they offer small adventure trips for school-aged kids throughout the summer.

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If you’re a parent, summer is probably already creeping onto your calendar. The time to register your kid in summer camp is now. Here are a few options around Salt Lake. 

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If you’re on the job hunt, this article is for you. Here are a few local openings that caught our eye this week.

Edit short and long form content for social and broadcast, collaborating with athletes and creative teams, and helping shape how the organization tells stories across its ski and snowboard channels. It offers 

 with full benefits and hybrid work schedule out of their Park City office.

Utah Rivers Council is a local nonprofit that’s been working to protect Utah’s rivers and clean water since 1994. They’re currently hiring for various positions including seasonal organizers, a videographer, and an editing assistant.

Peak wedding season in Utah is approaching and Leigh & Co. Events is hiring planners for 2026 and beyond. This contracted role would focus on day-of wedding coordination, managing vendors, overseeing setup and teardown, and keeping the happy couple on track throughout the event. It pays 

Forty Three Bakery is hiring for several positions including baristas, servers, bakers, and cake decorators. Send your resume to 

Domestic Violence Tribal Advocacy and Outreach Specialist

This full-time hybrid role combines outreach, advocacy, and helpline support for Native American Tribal Nations across the Great Basin. It pays 

 They’re especially looking for someone with experience working in Native communities.

Looking for a new gig? We’ve rounded up a handful of local job openings.

Job Openings in Salt Lake City March 2026

Who’s Hiring in Salt Lake?

Friday marks the first day of spring — though, 

? Either way, the new season comes with its own to-do list. Here’s a quick cheat sheet to get ahead of spring in Salt Lake.

Generally, the best time to turn on your irrigation system is around late April to early May. You can also check the Utah Division of Water Resources’ 

, which uses weather data to make recommendations.

Salt Lake City residents enrolled in the city’s curbside program can request 

 twice a year. Arrange a pickup date, and your items will be collected curbside. You can even organize a group collection with your neighbors.

How do I prepare my home for allergy season? 

worst places to live if you have seasonal allergies

. Seal any cracks around windows and doors to keep pollen outside, replace or clean your air filters, and wash your bedding weekly.

Friday marks the first day of spring — though, did we even get a winter? Either way, the new season comes with its own to-do list. Here’s a quick cheat sheet to get ahead of spring in Salt Lake. 

Your Salt Lake Spring Cheat Sheet

How To Get Ready for Spring in Salt Lake

Ivana Martinez

Looking for a new job? We’ve rounded up a handful of career opportunities that will have you flying in the sky or face to face with exotic animals.

Are you the friend who always has a playlist for everything? KUAA 99.9 is looking for someone who has a well curated taste in music and a deep passion for community radio.

Have a knack for storytelling and a love of history? As a part-time ghost tour guide, you’ll take people down the streets of SLC and wow them with scary stories.

Salt Lake County is hiring for three positions at libraries in Draper, West Valley, and Millcreek. You’ll pick books to buy and get rid of, plan programming, manage the budget, and help people find their new favorite read.

Dream of traveling more? Get paid to do it. As a flight attendant, you’ll ensure the safety of passengers, provide customer service, and assist with other in-flight duties.

If you love animals, with this job you'll feed them! You’ll record diet sheets, perform audits, stock, take inventory, and work with other departments at the zoo.

Looking for a new job? We’ve rounded up a handful of career opportunities in Salt Lake that will have you flying in the sky or face to face with exotic animals. 

Where To Find a Job in Salt Lake City

Now that holiday excitement is beginning to turn into “new year, new me” energy, an important question remains: What should you do with all that torn up wrapping paper? And what about the Christmas tree dropping pine needles all over your rug? Here are some tips for recycling and responsibly disposing of holiday waste.

The short answer: probably not. Most of the gift wrapping paper on the market is non-recyclable. Putting it in the recycling bin may contaminate the rest of the load, meaning that all the contents could go to the landfill. The same goes for items like ribbons, holiday cards, and 

In most cases, you can recycle a natural tree through the regular streetside program if it can be cut up to fit in the bin, but your best bet is to 

. Most recycled trees are turned into wood chips, mulch, or compost, so be sure to prep your tree for recycling by removing any decor, lights, and non-organic items. You can also get creative and 

repurpose your tree for other home projects

 If the tree is in decent condition, consider donating it to a local organization or charity. 

 also accepts tree and decoration donations to distribute to families in need around the world.

If you have unusable decorations or holiday lights, recycle them at one of 

 locations will take your faulty holiday lights and recycle them for you.

Are your decorations in good working order? Give them a new life by donating them to a local organization, a thrift store, or hardware store.

I’ll leave you with one last tip for the overachievers out there: Take notes on 

how to reduce your holiday waste next year

. For example, Trader Joe’s bags can make cute gift wrap!

Your house is filled with rumpled wrapping paper and your Christmas tree is dropping pine needles all over your rug. Now what? Here are some tips for recycling and responsibly disposing of holiday waste in Salt Lake.

How To Dispose of Your Christmas Tree in Salt Lake

How To Responsibly Dispose of Holiday Waste

Despite unseasonably warm temperatures, it’s still winter in Salt Lake. Here are a few activities you can do to embrace that winter feeling, even without snow in the valley.

Ride a horse-drawn sleigh or wagon among majestic herds of elk at 

 in northern Utah. Sleigh rides are open Fridays through Sundays until Feb. 15.

Outdoor ice skating rinks can stay open, even when it’s a little toasty, thanks to science! Once the rink has built up a proper first layer (thanks to cold air and efficient chillers), the Zamboni can continue to build up the ice thickness throughout the season. Find a rink near you:

If you’re a little shaky on the ice, Gallivan Center is 

When there’s a chill in the air, warm up at a natural hot spring. We have so many great ones nearby, including: 

It may be dry in the valley, but there’s plenty of snow in our mountains (

). Hit the ski slopes for “the greatest snow on earth,” grab a sled or tube for 

 for something more mellow. If sports aren’t your thing, stay cozy at a resort with a 

Birding really hits different in the winter. Many species either stay put or migrate to Utah for the season, and it’s 

The Best Winter Activities in Utah

No Snow? No Problem. Get in the Winter Spirit With These Seasonal Activities

Still scrambling for a holiday gift? Don’t panic! It’s not too late to grab something special from a local shop in Salt Lake. Here’s your last-minute gift guide for the people on your list.

? Encourage their creativity with a bundle of supplies. Bonus: many of these stores also offer classes/workshops to help them level up their skill set.

 has clay and pottery tools for the aspiring sculpture artist.

 is a craft store and maker’s space in one.

 is a hidden gem inside Church & State that has a great selection of succulents and plants. Or find something lush and green at 

For the person who works too hard, give the gift of relaxation.

 have been popping up all over Utah and for good reason, who doesn’t want someone to massage their head for an hour? I’ve tried 

 is perfect for the stressed out people with TMJ. It’s kinda weird because they massage the inside of your mouth to target the muscles around your jaw but it really does a number on the tension.

 feel like a real treat and the essential facial at 

 in Marmalade is so luxurious. It even comes with a complimentary hand, foot, or scalp massage.

. Gift someone the best book you read this year or a book that reminded you of them. When in doubt, 

 to families with kids. It provides access to dozens of museums, attractions, and outdoor spaces across Utah so they can make memories all year long.

Your Last-Minute Salt Lake Gift Guide

Your Last-Minute Gift Guide

There’s nothing like bringing the people you love together during the holidays, but it can get stressful real quick. Here are some tips to make it go more smoothly.

 to stock up. Don’t brave the long lines on the day of. Instead, buy a few bottles of wine to keep on tap. If it’s Sunday and they’re closed, 

 for grabbing a cheeky last-minute bottle.

Cooking not your speciality? There are local options when it comes to pre-made meals or easy at-home prep. Places like 

, where you can get affordable disposables and your kitchen needs taken care of. Great for food prep and sending your guests home with leftovers for the next day. Yes, chef!

Channel your inner Martha Stewart by making a beautiful tablescape. Save money and head to thrift shops like 

 for extra glassware and tablecloths. Check out Salt Lake City Public Library’s 

Holiday hosting made easy! Get local Salt Lake tips for liquor runs, pre-made meals, disposable supplies, and budget-friendly décor.

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