🌱 Speed Bump Installation In SLC + Coyote Awareness In The City

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Here are the top three stories in Salt Lake City today:

1. Salt Lake City is looking to make the streets a bit safer with the installation of speed bumps on 1300 South between 1700 East and Foothill Drive. The speed limit on this road is 24 miles per hour, but officials have noted that speeding happens very often on this road, and the stretch has been under review for a while — especially with the recent passing of a Bonneville Elementary School student who was fatally struck in a crosswalk last year. Although there has been a lot of support for the addition of speed bumps and elevated crosswalks, there have also been those opposing the action, with an online petition collecting over 600 signatures against it. Despite the opposition, the city plans to move forward quickly with the project. (KSLTV)
2. According to Salt Lake City Animal Services, a coyote killed a dog near Tanner Park. Animal Services officials have released several tips on how to protect yourself and your pets from coyotes, as well as how to prevent them from coming on your property and what to do if you encounter one. If you encounter an aggressive coyote, contact Animal Services and authorities will be sent out to provide assistance that is not lethal to the animal. (ABC4.com)
3. Local youth have been participating in the Mental Toughness Youth Summer Camp to build their self-confidence in sports and in life. In the camp, hosted by the RJ Performance Group based in Salt Lake City, young athletes are introduced to several different fun activities that provide real-life lessons. The next camp will be held from Jun. 26-29 at the Utah Aquatics Academy in South Jordan. (KSL.com)

Today in and around Salt Lake City:

Thursday, June 22

• West Valley City Farmer's Market At Centennial Park, West Valley City (5:00 PM)
• Next Step Reunion At Salt Lake Chamber (5:00 PM)
• Movies In The Park: Top Gun Maverick At Centennial Park, West Valley City (8:45 PM)

From my notebook:

• Earlier this week, Salt Lake City International Airport announced that 12 new concessions will be coming to the airport by Fall 2024 as part of Phase Three. You can take a peek at what is to come for the airport and more information by clicking here. (Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) via Facebook)
• Only one more day until Utah Arts Fest opens up once again! Library Square is excited to have the community out in support of another year of memories and experiences. (Utah Arts Festival via Facebook)
• If you haven't signed up for the Super Summer Challenge for the summer, you still have time. Finish the challenge by Jul. 31 to win a completion prize and to be entered for a chance at the grand prize. If you cannot make it to a library branch to register, you can also sign up here. (Salt Lake City Public Library via Facebook)

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Alrighty, you're all caught up for today! I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow morning with a new update.

— Michelle Paul

About me: Michelle Paul is a Utah-based writer and photographer with a professional background in content management and registered nursing. When not working on projects ranging from photo editing to copywriting, they enjoy traveling, video games, and expanding their skills.