Support the Free Press | Facts matter. Truth matters. Journalism mattersSalt Lake City Weekly has been Utah's source of independent news and in-depth journalism since 1984. Donate today to ensure the legacy continues.
A look at liquor’s hold on the Utah Legislature this year.
By Annie Knox
First, legislative leaders in January said they were drawing up a plan to take down Utah’ tallest liquor law and raise another barrier to booze: a higher tax on liquor in order to fund prevention programs.
Some from communities near Grand Staircase slam anti-monument legislation.
By Annie Knox
“Grand Staircase has been wonderful, for Boulder, for the hospitality tourism sector along Highway 12,” said Scott Berry, of the Boulder Mountain Lodge. “It’s been the best thing to happen to that part of the world in the last 20 years.”
Outdoor Retailer to hang up Utah convention after contentious phone call with governor.
By Annie Knox
The twice-annual outdoor industry trade show that brings an estimated $45 million to Utah each year is abandoning Salt Lake City as state lawmakers push against the new Bears Ears National Monument and pursue broader land-transfer policies.