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Happy Wednesday, Salt Lake City! Here's everything you need to know about what's happening in town today.
First, today's weather:
Partly sunny. High: 38 Low: 21.
Here are the top 3 stories in Salt Lake City today:
- Utah Transit Authority leaders joined with elected officials on "transit day" to announce that UTA would be fare-free for the month of February in an effort to curb pollution and combat poor air quality. Meanwhile, a bill to make public transit free all year long has been introduced in the State Legislature. (KUTV 2)
- Shedding is a popular winter activity, and like all outdoor activities, it's also growing in popularity. Looking ahead to the time of year when most deer, elk, and moose shed their antlers and the search for them surges, the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources (DWR) is reminding the public of a mandatory ethics course before folks head out. (ABC 4)
- As a redefined vision of Salt Lake's premier downtown park is presented, the discussion is centered around looking to create a dynamic space that fulfills its potential. While thousands head to Pioneer Park on Saturdays for the popular farmers' market, it can be an underutilized location the rest of the week. The new plan would help fill it out and bring folks to the park on a more consistent basis for a variety of purposes and activities. (KSL.com)
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Today in Salt Lake City:
- See Bright Spark: The Reconciliation of Trevor Southey in a film that 'explores conflicts of personal freedom, religious belonging, and artistic expression with honesty and compassion' today at The Gateway. (1:00 PM)
- Experience a Hip Hop performance with Repertory Dance Theatre at the Rose Wagner Center, tonight. (7:45 PM)
- Stream the Salt Lake Community College Men's Basketball team facing the College of Southern Nevada, tonight from the comfort of your own home! (7:00 PM)
From my notebook:
- "The Habitat Council works to protect and conserve Utah's fish and wildlife habitats. Working with our partners, they've helped allocate millions of dollars for hundreds of projects to restore landscapes and ecosystems on public and private lands throughout the state." (Utah Division of Wildlife Resources)
- "It'll be a "Grand Night for Singing" at Bravo Broadway! A Rodgers and Hammerstein Celebration! The Utah Opera choristers are rehearsing and perfecting the big chorus numbers in some of Broadway's most iconic musicals. We can't wait for our Broadway stars to join us!" (Utah Symphony)
- "National Plan for Vacation Day is a good day to dream about where you're headed next. Tell us what your ideal Utah vacation looks like, sky's the limit!" (Visit Utah)
- "Today we are joining @utculture in recognizing the importance of libraries throughout our communities as part of their 45 Days of Advocacy. Learn how libraries support Utahns across the state by watching the video above." (Utah Arts & Museums)
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— 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.