Hi St. George, hope you’re having a great weekend! In today's in-case-you-missed-it edition: City hall slide debate, free screening of What's up doc?, and bloody mary and biscuit brunch club + the top stories from this week & a sneak peek at next week.
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01 — Worth knowing Most popular stories this weekThe three top stories this week, plus a few worth your money.
Downtown attraction sparks debate: St. George’s $400,000 stainless-steel slides at City Hall are under construction, expected to open by the end of July. Residents question heat and cost as city touts a downtown draw -- see the slide debate.
Water demand on the rise: St. George officials say outdoor watering is pushing usage higher as the city nears its July 1 peak. Recycled-water expansion awaits Graveyard Wash Reservoir, construction planned later this year -- see the water-use update.
Landscaping incentives for residents: Washington County Water Conservancy District is offering up to $3 per square foot to replace grass with water-efficient landscaping, minimum 300 square feet, helping St. George conserve amid dry conditions -- learn how to apply.
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03 — On our radar
This week's top findsLocal spotlights your fellow readers loved last week.
Midweek pint therapy: Need a low-key spot where the pizza is legit, the cocktails are actually crafted, and the dart boards settle friendly rivalries? Hive 435 Taphouse keeps the vibes easy, the taps flowing, and the menu solid enough to turn an after-work drop-in into a full-on hang.
Skate, sing, repeat: Classic Skating is now under new ownership and giving the longtime local rink formerly The Rinq a glow up, with a state-of-the-art skate floor, 9-hole mini golf, and a private karaoke room. Make it your midweek reset or weekend roll with Disco Saturday and Freestyle Friday, plus arcade upgrades coming soon.
Grill night, but better: Sumo Shabu Shabu & Korean BBQ brings interactive table grilling and bubbling hot pot to St. George, with ramen on standby from their sister concept, so everyone wins. Locally owned, roomy for groups, and downright fun when you want dinner to double as entertainment this week.
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04 — Our recommendations
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05 — The event calendar Sneak peek at next weekPlan ahead for the next seven days. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. Always check official event pages before heading out.
🎬 What's Up Doc? (1972) @ The Electric Theater | Tuesday (6/16) at 6:00 PM – Nothing beats a free screening of screwball chaos, especially when it is Barbra Streisand running circles around Ryan O'Neal at the Electric Theater. What's Up, Doc?, from Peter Bogdanovich, still hits with fast talk, flying suitcases, and jokes that land without a Marvel budget.
👩 A Morning with My Grown-Up: Cinnamon Rolls @ Harmons Santa Clara Cooking School | Thursday (6/18) at 11:00 AM – If your kid thinks cinnamon rolls come from a tube, here’s the fix. A hands-on class for one child ages 6 to 14 and a grown-up to make dough, swirl cinnamon sugar, bake, frost, and head home with rolls, plus a car that smells great.
🪓 Axe ALS @ Zion Harley-Davidson (Washington) | Friday (6/19) at 4:00 PM – Think charity gigs mean rubber chicken and tepid coffee? This one parks at Zion HD with live entertainment, food trucks, a silent auction, and good vibes, so you can rev your generosity for ALS, eat well, and still be home before the dog judges you.
🎾 Rally for Hope 2026 Pickleball Tournament Fundraiser @ Little Valley Park | Saturday (6/20) at 9:00 AM – Pickleball with a purpose, and yes, your knees will forgive you by Tuesday. Rally for Hope serves up a friendly tournament to raise funds for kinship families, with easygoing competition, neighborly vibes, and bragging rights. Expect swings, sweat, support, then a proper local celebration.
🥕 Washington Farmers Market @ Veterans Park | Saturday (6/20) at 10:00 AM – Nothing beats a Saturday stroll at Veterans Park, where live music, handpicked vendors, and good coffee make errands feel like an outing. The kids get a scavenger hunt, the dog gets spoiled, and you pretend you came for kale, not sourdough and local honey.
🍹 Bloody Mary & Biscuit Brunch Club @ Harmons Santa Clara | Saturday (6/20) at 6:00 PM – This chef-led, hands-on evening is brunch for people who know breakfast tastes better after sunset, 21+. Team up to bake herb and Gruyère biscuits, nail soft scrambles, crisp thick-cut bacon, and build your own Bloody Mary, then enjoy the spoils like civilized adults.
📚 Summer Reading Celebration Party @ Barnes & Noble | Saturday (6/20) – Saint George summer rule number one, find the air conditioning and hand the kids a book. The first Summer Reading Celebration Party rallies young readers with stories, crafts, and games, while you enjoy a cool room, a chair, and mercifully screen-free smiles.
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06 — Announcement In case you missed itWe opened The Insiders’ Club last week and hundreds of folks have already joined (seriously… can’t thank you enough!!). For a few bucks a month, The Club gives you every newsletter ad-free on your schedule, plus members-only updates to help you stay connected to your community. The Weekly Events Roundup is my favorite feature. You get one email a week with all the best events and nothing else cluttering it up. Want only that? Skip the daily emails and turn the rest off. Join the club → |
07 — The St. George report Weather forecastToday — High: 104°F — Low: 76°F — Precip: 2%
Sunny, with a high near 104. Southwest wind 1 to 9 mph. Later: Mostly clear. Low around 76, with temperatures rising to around 79 overnight. Northwest wind 2 to 8 mph.
Tomorrow — High: 105°F — Low: 75°F — Precip: 1%
Sunny, with a high near 105. East wind 1 to 6 mph. Later: Clear, with a low around 75. East northeast wind 2 to 6 mph. Most popular house this weekSet among the red Kachina Cliffs and the green fairways of Entrada Golf Course, this 3-bed, office-friendly home pairs dramatic views with easy comfort. A stream runs beside the patio, the kitchen feels warm and inviting, and the spacious primary suite, oversized 2-plus car garage, and free Entrada Club membership add plenty of standout appeal.
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