🌱 RDA Affordable Housing Funds Awarded + Rose Bowl Silver Lining

Salt Lake City UT

04 January, 2022

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Happy Wednesday, neighbors! Here's everything you need to know about what's happening in Salt Lake City today. First, today's weather: A little morning snow. High: 43 Low: 34. Here are the top 4 stories in Salt Lake City today: While the U of U didn't quite clinch a victory at the Rose Bowl, top administrators say one silver lining can be the exposure of high profile events like the Rose Bowl, and the potential they have to increase attraction among high schoolers to the school's academics and other aspects who may be considering where to continue their education after graduation. (KUTV 2News) Salt Lake City swore in its most diverse City Council ever, including a majority of the council identifying as members of the LGBTQ community. New council members, particularly representing Salt Lake's most diverse neighborhoods on the west side, cite their lived socio-economic experiences as well in referencing what informs their priorities (i.e. affordable housing) on issues facing residents in their districts. (KUER) Moose, Bear, Mule Deer oh my! The 76 Trombones in The Music Man can't compare to the 706 animals that Utah's Department of Transportation (UDOT) announced used I-80's Parley's Canyon crossing in 2021. Birds, coyotes, and porcupines were also among the frequent users of the bridge, which opened in 2018 with the purpose to reduce auto and animal collisions—a solution that seems to be quite effective. (fox13now.com) The city's Redevelopment Agency has awarded more than $5 million of its affordable housing funds in the form of building loans to four housing developments that will result in 650 new federally-subsidized units. Building Salt Lake has profiled each of the projects highlighting their specs and locations. (buildingsaltlake.com) Today's Salt Lake City Daily is brought to you in part by our friends at GoodRx — the best way to save money on your prescriptions. GoodRx helps you locate the lowest prices for medications at local pharmacies, so you're not overpaying. Works for pet medications too! To see how much you can save, go to GoodRx.com. Today in Salt Lake City: Join Make Salt Lake to show-and-tell...and eat pizza! "Once a month, we combine our weekly gathering night with an evening of pizza and show-and-tell. Bring a project you're working on to show off, grab a bite to eat, and enjoy the company of your fellow makers. Everyone is welcome. (6:00 PM)See brushes fly at Art Battle SLC, a competitive live painting experience. Head to Soundwell and watch as local artists transform blank canvases into beautiful pieces of art in just 20 minutes, and then vote to help determine the winner of the event! (7:00 PM)Celebrate the Year of the Tiger with a variety performance show in The Year of the Tiger Variety Performance Show! Tonight, at Metro Music Hall. (7:00 PM) From my notebook: "A series of storm systems will result in periods of snow for parts of northern Utah and southwest Wyoming Tuesday morning into Thursday. This will result in significant travel difficulties, particularly for southwest Wyoming, the mountains of northern Utah, and valleys near the Idaho border. The snow could also impact the Wednesday morning commute along the Wasatch Front." (US National Weather Service Salt Lake City Utah) "If you're planning on heading out to one of our wildlife management areas this winter, make sure to check our website for seasonal closures. Winter and early spring are the toughest times of the year for Utah's big game animals, especially deer. To help protect the animals, we annually close some of our WMAs to the public — some of those closures began Jan. 1." (Utah Division of Wildlife Resources) "Egypt: The Time of Pharaohs closes at NHMU at the end of the day this Thursday, Jan. 6. The Museum is open 10:00 AM-5:00 PM daily and open late until 9:00 PM on Wednesday. Reserve your tickets in advance so you don't miss this opportunity." (Natural History Museum of Utah) More from our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Events: Social Security Seminar (January 6) Social Security Seminar (January 10) Add your event Loving the Salt Lake City Daily? Here are all the ways you can get more involved: Send a friend or neighbor this link so they can subscribe Get your local business listed in front of readers Send me a news tip or suggestion at [email protected] Thanks for following along and staying informed! I'll be in your inbox tomorrow with another update. — Joseph Peterson About me: Joseph is a writer and marketing communications strategist with a degree in Mass Communication and Public Relations from the University of Utah. He's keen on city life, public libraries, national parks, and promoting events that build community.