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🌱 How realistic was this week’s active-shooter drill at Trailside Elementary?

Coffee in hand, Park City? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How realistic was this week’s active-shooter drill at Trailside Elementary?
  • Could a land dispute sideline two major Park City chairlifts?
  • Why Kouri Richins wants her Park City sentencing date pushed back

Today's riddle: What did the inventor of the knock-knock joke win? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Colder; a.m. snow, up to 1", with a high of 38 and low of 21 degrees.
  • Saturday: Partly sunny, temps: high: 53, low: 30.
  • Sunday: Partly sunny and nice, with a high of 61 and low of 38 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Officers, deputies storm Trailside Elementary School as part of active shooter training exercise (parkrecord.com) — Trailside Elementary became the site of a large active-shooter training this week, bringing together Park City Police, Park City Fire, Summit County deputies, and volunteer “victims” to rehearse a coordinated response. Officials say practicing in an actual Park City school helps officers learn layouts, sharpen decision-making, and better protect local students if a real emergency ever occurs.
   

2. Vail Resorts Challenges Lawsuit Threatening Key Park City, UT, Chairlifts (snowbrains.com) — A high-stakes lawsuit could eventually threaten operations of two key chairlifts at Park City Mountain, with Vail Resorts asking a Summit County judge to dismiss the case outright. The dispute centers on whether a 2003 easement still protects ski lift access across land now owned by a Provo nonprofit, with potential ripple effects on local jobs, property values, and Park City’s tourism economy.
   

3. Kouri Richins asks for sentencing date to be moved from late husband's birthday (abc4.com) — A high-profile Park City case is back in court as Kouri Richins asks a judge to move her sentencing off what would have been her late husband’s birthday and into mid-June. Her attorneys cite the seriousness of potential life sentences, the need to prepare mitigation evidence, and scheduling conflicts, while prosecutors oppose changing the date.
   

4. The World's Top 10 Beer Destinations for 2026 (vinepair.com) — Park City earns a spot on a global top-10 beer travel list, highlighted for its growing craft scene despite Utah’s strict alcohol laws. The piece spotlights longtime staple Wasatch Brew Pub’s legacy, current favorites like Park City Brewing and Offset Bier, and teases the planned opening of Emberside Brewery in fall 2026, giving locals and visitors fresh reasons to explore hometown taps.
   

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    Tuesday April 21
  • Dance Team Tryouts
    Park City High School , 1750 Kearns Blvd , Park City
    4:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Meet our new foster Alfee 🐾
    Are you looking for a goofy, sweet-natured companion to brighten up your days? Meet Alfee, a charming 47-pound Aussie mix who is officially ready to… (Nextdoor Summit Park)
  • Ian did a great job cleaning our windows in Willow creek neighborhood!
    He was very contentious , friendly & loved by our dogs too! I highly recommend him. Windows have never been cleaner! (Nextdoor Bitner)

Ok Park City! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: The NO-BELL prize (Thank you Gina M. for sending it in!)
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Stay in the loop with what's happening in Park City

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.

Stay in the loop with what's happening in Park City

Never miss out on local news and events that matter to you.