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Hi Park City, we made it to Thursday!
In today’s fun-for-grown-ups edition: Deer Valley’s 100 new runs, Homestead Resort & Crater renovation, and KT Tunstall’s return + plenty of reasons to put on real pants this week.
Today’s sponsor, Spot Pet Insurance, is something I wish I had before a late-night emergency vet visit left me with a $10,000 credit card bill. It’s cheaper than Netflix… and means you never have to choose between your pet and your savings. It takes less than 5 minutes to sign up – get started here.
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📰 In the news
Expanding access to winter sports: Fresh snow tops Park City while the National Ability Center opens the slopes to all abilities with adaptive lessons, specialized gear, and instructor support, part of 40 years of programs — read the full story.
Unveiling stories on the slopes: Deer Valley named 100 new ski runs honoring Park City’s mining past, part of its Expanded Excellence initiative. The expansion doubled terrain and added 10 lifts, including Utah’s longest run — get all the details.
Utah retreat reimagined: Midway’s historic Homestead Resort & Crater, a short drive from Park City, is freshly renovated with six year-round heated pools and a 110-foot tunnel for swimmers, snorkelers, and divers — see what’s new and nearby.
Gold & silver are hot: Coming off gold’s best year since 1979, the momentum is carrying well into 2026 with silver remaining one of the most talked-about assets. Curious why they’re back in focus? American Hartford Gold has a free guide that explains what’s happening and how people are approaching it today. It’s free – and definitely worth a read.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Highlights this week:
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🐾 One pet emergency can cost $10,000+
Together with our sponsor Spot Pet Insurance
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As soon as we got home, I dug around online and ultimately signed up for Spot.
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🫶 We got your back
Craving a legit burger? Annex Burger keeps the hometown vibe strong with buffalo burgers, crispy house-made buffalo chips, and a legit kid’s menu, perfect when the crew’s starving after the slopes. Casual, no-fuss, and reliably delicious without the scene, this spot earns a regular place in your rotation.
Swap wheels for blades: Cabin fever creeping in? Park City Ice Arena keeps an Olympic-size sheet humming year-round, with public skate sessions and lessons to refresh your week. Bring a friend, lace up, and glide a little while crisp mountain air clears the cobwebs and resets the vibe.
Local history, unlocked: Between the original Territorial Jail, mining lore, and the Skier Subway theater, Park City Museum turns a quick Main Street stop into a full-on nerd-out, ideal for storm days or entertaining houseguests. Rotating exhibits and lively talks keep locals curious, and first-timers surprised.
Access cash without selling your home: A reverse mortgage can help anyone over 62 cover everyday expenses, support healthcare needs, fund home improvements, or even reduce pressure on 401(k) withdrawals – all while staying in your home. Longbridge offers a free calculator to estimate how much flexibility your home could provide, with no commitment required.
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📆 Park City for grown ups
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🎥 2026 Backcountry Film Festival @ Jim Santy Auditorium | Thursday (3/5) at 7:00 PM – Park City gets its annual dose of human-powered stoke with the Backcountry Film Festival, a night of winter storytelling, public lands advocacy, and zero lift lines. Hosted with Wasatch Mountain Institute and Winter Wildlands Alliance, ticket proceeds benefit WMI. Bring your puffy, not your beacon.
🌸 Nina Tichava: Bloom @ Gallery MAR | Friday (3/6) at 6:00 PM – Trade the Main Street bustle for Gallery MAR’s new show, Bloom, by Nina Tichava, where branches flirt with blueprints, and memory shakes hands with math. Abstract, tactile, and clean-lined, it’s the rare exhibition that feels both grounded and electric.
🎟 KT Tunstall @ Egyptian Theatre | Friday (3/6) at 8:00 PM – KT Tunstall hits town, remember when Black Horse and the Cherry Tree camped in your head? She’s back, loop-pedal magic and all, serving soulful hooks, indie pop grit, and Scottish charm. Grab tickets, grab a drink, and call it a proper night out.
☕ Monster Mugs in Clay @ Kimball Art Center | Saturday (3/7) at 10:00 AM – Wrangle the kids, and your inner child, for a hands-on clay session building chunky, funky monster mugs with silly, scary, or gloriously weird features. Hot cocoa tastes better out of something with fangs, kids under 12 need an adult, and price is per project.
🛷 4th Annual Cardboard Sled Derby @ Park City Sports Complex | Saturday (3/7) at 11:00 AM – Park City’s 4th Annual Cardboard Sled Derby is sliding back with homemade rigs, duct tape, string, paint, and absolutely no refunds from gravity. Build your cardboard contraption ahead, then race for glory and bragging rights across age divisions. Free to spectate, priceless to watch the cleanup.
🔮 Spirit Connection with Jo’anne Smith @ Best Western Plus Heber Valley | Wednesday (3/11) at 7:00 PM – Curious or convinced, Salt Lake Medium Jo’Anne Smith comes to Heber Valley for an evening of Spirit Connection, sharing healing messages from loved ones. Bring your favorite skeptic, maybe a tissue. No guarantees you’ll get a message, but the views, vibes, and company deliver.
☘ Callanish and more @ Avon Theater | Thursday (3/12) at 7:00 PM – Avon Theatre is trading popcorn for reels as Callanish teams up with the Wasatch Back Irish Dancers, back in Heber. Expect trad tunes, tight footwork, and toe-tapping that sneaks up on you. Come for the music, stay for the urge to dance.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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📻 Park City report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 34°F – Low: 24°F – Precip: 95%
Snow. Cloudy. High near 34, with temperatures falling to around 31 in the afternoon. Northwest wind 6 to 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. New snow accumulation of 2 to 4 inches possible. Later: Snow. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 24. Northwest wind 5 to 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New snow accumulation of 2 to 4 inches possible.
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Tomorrow – High: 35°F – Low: 18°F – Precip: 72%
Snow likely. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 35. Northwest wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New snow accumulation of 1 to 2 inches possible. Later: A slight chance of snow before 11pm. Partly cloudy, with a low around 18. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New snow accumulation of less than half an inch possible.
Someone Googled you this week 👀
It may feel like an invasion of privacy, but unfortunately It’s the new normal. Whether you’re joining a committee, selling something locally, dating again, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up online.
Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.
Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you – or someone you care about – to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.
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This 4,600-square-foot contemporary in Old Town pairs mountain style with perks. Four ensuite bedrooms plus a bunk room sleep 12, and over 1,000 square feet of heated outdoor living invites year-round gatherings. An elevator links four levels with media and game rooms. Viking appliances, stacked-stone fireplaces, and covered parking for four are steps from the Quit ‘N Time ski run.
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