Rose Park Elementary’s bike bus opens new lanes for student commuting
The Rose Park Elementary School bike bus is a volunteer initiative that helps kids ride to school, shown to improve learning outcomes.
Local glass art to tour world, promote eco-consciousness
Two Salt Lake City glass artists are sending their pieces on a world tour. The pieces, depicting elaborate scenes of honey bees and ocean life, raise awareness for eco-consciousness, and will be permanently housed in a new facility at Thanksgiving Point after the world tour.
New project studies poor air quality on Westside, proposes possible solution
A new research project studies air quality on Salt Lake’s Westside, identifying common sources of harmful pollution and proposing potential solutions.
Jordan River murals to honor Westside women
Local non-profit Better Days and artist Bill Louis will unveil four murals of historically significant Utah women in the Rose Park Community Garden this June.
New track at Glendale Middle School gives students a running start
Glendale Middle School students have a new outdoor running track this year thanks to a dedicated coach and generous sponsors.
New local retail, dining options coming to Rose Park
A new strip mall is nearing completion in Rose Park, bringing additional retail and dining options to the Westside. Four businesses have already committed, and additional spaces are available.
Pothole Palooza targets road damage following extreme winter
After an extreme winter, the city spent one week patching over 6,000 potholes, bringing the 2023 total to over 25,000 in mid-April.