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Hey Salt Lake City, hope your week’s off to a good start!
In today’s wallet-friendly edition: Trader Joe’s and Target plans, Disney On Ice, and a 15% gas tax cut + lots of fun things to do for free.
Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Salt Lake City protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.
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📰 In the news
Retail momentum reshapes a suburb: Herriman enters a new phase as commercial growth catches up. Officials announced plans for the first Trader Joe’s and Target on Salt Lake County’s west side and 6000 West widening — get all the details.
New eatery debuts with fanfare: Mo’ Bettahs opened Feb. 26 in Foothill Village, bringing Hawaiian-style plate lunches to Salt Lake City. It’s the brand’s 77th location and eighth in the area, celebrated with opening-day giveaways — get all the opening details.
Fuel plan targets Idaho tensions: On Feb. 23, Utah leaders announced a partnership they say will ease gas prices by cutting the state gas tax 15% and boosting refinery output and storage to meet demand — see what the deal includes.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
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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🏆 Gold and silver are heating up
Together with our sponsor American Hartford Gold
Gold just posted its strongest run in decades… and the momentum is carrying into 2026. Silver has become one of the most talked-about assets as investors look for ways to stay ahead of market volatility.
While many are still sitting on the sidelines, others are quietly repositioning.
If you’re wondering whether you’re missing something, AHG has a free guide explaining what’s driving the renewed interest… and how investors are approaching precious metals right now.
It’s free and worth reading before the next move.
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🫶 We got your back
Handmade pasta fix: When weeknights need a little ceremony, Valter’s Osteria answers with pillowy gnocchi, stuffed ravioli, and other handmade pastas rooted in family recipes. The room is warm, a touch old-school, and the sauces speak for themselves… rich, balanced, convincing without bragging.
Hunt vintage by decade: If your closet craves history, Vantage Vintage Boutique curates true vintage from the 1920s through the 1990s, plus accessories, so you can zero in on your era and score pieces with personality. Effortless, era-specific style that looks like you thrifted for hours without the hunt.
Reset with heat and ice: When your week needs a reboot, Sauna Public pairs a steamy Finnish sauna with a bracing cold plunge (yep, it’s big) to flip brain fog into clarity. Solo sweats or shared sessions keep the vibe easy, and the reset feels effortless.
Thinning hair? It only gets worse: A few months ago, I noticed my ponytail getting thinner. I tried the usual stuff (biotin, shampoo, etc.) but mostly just hoped it would fix itself… until I learned that active follicles can permanently go dormant if you don’t do something about it. The good news? You can get treatment that actually works with no office visits or trips to the pharmacy. Learn more about my favorite online options here.
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📆 Free events worth checking out
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🎉 Customer Appreciation Days @ The Book Garden | Thursday (3/5) at 10:00 AM – Free book days are back; grab one free title from the select stack per customer, per day at Book Garden in Bountiful or 3 Goats Gruff in Brigham. Happens once a year, Book Garden is daily, 3 Goats Gruff is Thursday through Saturday, bring restraint.
🎶 Callanish @ Viridian Event Center | Friday (3/6) at 7:30 PM – If you need an excuse to start St. Patrick’s early, Callanish is playing a free concert at the Viridian Center, courtesy of Excellence in the Community. Think lively trad tunes, good company, and no cover. Wear green, but leave the green beer at home.
⭐ KZ Exceptional Saturday @ Kangaroo Zoo | Saturday (3/7) at 9:00 AM – On the first Saturday, North Salt Lake opens early for a sensory-friendly hour, free for our neurodivergent friends from 9 to 10 a.m., siblings just five. Quiet lights, no blaring music, then regular chaos resumes, and you can stay as long as you like.
🤝 March Outreach @ Intermountain Medical Group | Saturday (3/7) at 9:00 AM – Ready to swap Code Blue prep for outreach? Quicker rounds, burrito duty, so bring shredded cheese, or anything tasty. Donations optional, check the event page night before, and use the flagpoles door at 4646 Lake Park Blvd. You, your cheese, and neighborly charm are plenty.
💃 Bomba Dance Class @ Sorenson Multi-Cultural Center & Unity Fitness Center | Saturday (3/7) at 1:00 PM – Winter weekends call for a little heat, so swing by Sorenson Unity Center for free weekly Bomba dance classes. No registration, just drop in, move to the drums, and borrow a swishy skirt if you like. Comfortable shoes, water, and your best hips recommended.
📚 The Liminal Path Book Club @ Cat & Cauldron | Saturday (3/7) at 6:30 PM – Swap small talk for spellcraft at a book club that does stuff. Join Anthony The Witch for discussions, craft projects, and rituals, meeting every other week at Cat & Cauldron and a member-picked spot. Free to join, bring or buy the book, RSVP at 801-601-1795.
🎶 Julian Petrallia @ The Cathedral of the Madeleine | Sunday (3/8) at 8:00 PM – Settle into the Cathedral of the Madeleine for a free organ recital from Julian Petrallia, our resident talent known for expressive playing and smart programming. The room will rumble, the glass will glow, and thousands of pipes can do the heavy lifting, no ticket needed.
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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📻 Salt Lake City report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 52°F – Low: 37°F – Precip: 27%
A chance of rain before 8am. Partly sunny, with a high near 52. Northwest wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 37. East wind around 5 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 61°F – Low: 38°F – Precip: 14%
Sunny, with a high near 61. South southeast wind 3 to 7 mph. Later: Rain likely after 11pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 38. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of 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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