Salt Lake Valley

Climate Change and Natural Resources Take Center Stage

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Thursday, February 1, 2024
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Every exhibition focuses on our natural world from The Great Salt Lake and biocrust to public lands and the American West landscape.

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  • Every exhibition focuses on our natural world from The Great Salt Lake and biocrust to public lands and the American West landscape.
  • This modular project features a little-known Visual Resource Management System which is used to determine the "scenic or visual values of American public lands."
  • Diane Tuft: Entropy, through April 27, 2024: Diane Tuft's photographs explore the destructive impact climate change has had on our region: specifically, the demise of the Great Salt Lake.
  • You'll see the impact of climate change expressed as saturated colors, visible cracks, and clear textures.

Utah Department of Transportation sued by coalition seeking common sense solution to Little Cottonwood Canyon traffic

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023
Gondola, Environmental issues, Research, LCC, Safety, Organization, Utah Department of Transportation, Water quality, Congestion, State, Snow, Final, Indian Forest Service, Water resources, Transportation Act, UDOT, Atmosphere, EIS, Record, Salt Lake Valley, Forest service, NEPA, Mining, Ridesharing, Rail freight transport, Provo Canyon Guard Quarters, Transport

DELTA, Utah, Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Yesterday, Canyon Guard, a coalition of individuals and organizations dedicated to finding sensible and less damaging solutions for transportation bottlenecks in Little Cottonwood Canyon (LCC) filed a lawsuit challenging the Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) decision to install a Gondola system as the final transportation solution.

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  • DELTA, Utah, Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Yesterday, Canyon Guard, a coalition of individuals and organizations dedicated to finding sensible and less damaging solutions for transportation bottlenecks in Little Cottonwood Canyon (LCC) filed a lawsuit challenging the Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) decision to install a Gondola system as the final transportation solution.
  • The lawsuit challenges several aspects of UDOT's process in its review and selection of the Gondola Project.
  • Background on the UDOT Gondola Project:
    Wintertime traffic safety and congestion in LCC is the concern driving UDOT.
  • The gondola ride is expected to take over an hour, would stop at only two for-profit businesses, and cost every Utah household over $1000.

Nora Mental Health Launches Franchise Development Program with Signing of a 31 Multi-Unit Development Agreement to Expand into the Western U.S.

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Wednesday, August 16, 2023
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SALT LAKE CITY, Aug. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Nora Mental Health, an innovator in mental health services founded by Dr. Cullen Hardy, announced today that it has launched its franchise development program and will be expanding nationwide in a significant way. Through a 24-unit area developer agreement and an option for an additional 7 clinics, John and Dennis Webb are set to aggressively expand Nora Mental Health west into Utah, Colorado, Arizona, and Nevada. The father-and-son entrepreneurs decided to invest in Nora Mental Health as their next project because of its untapped brand potential and the opportunity to improve access to mental health care for everyone, regardless of age or identity.

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  • "Nora Mental Health is exactly the kind of brand that will succeed out West because of its pioneering and innovative spirit, which is grounded in the idea that anyone should have access to quality mental health services," said John Webb, Nora Mental Health area developer.
  • This new development agreement, along with dozens in the pipeline, is a testament to the confidence that franchise owners have in the Nora Mental Health system.
  • Nora Mental Health offers a franchise business opportunity that not only prioritizes top patient care but also supports well-trained and well-paid staff.
  • "From its unique and collaborative clinical model to its training, support, business coaching, site selection, and in-house marketing, Nora Mental Health is breaking down the barriers to accessible mental health and filling those gaps.

Rio Tinto invests to strengthen copper supply in US

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Tuesday, June 20, 2023
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Rio Tinto is investing in its Kennecott operation near Salt Lake City, Utah, to strengthen its supply of copper in the United States by increasing production from underground mining and improving the health of key assets.

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  • Rio Tinto is investing in its Kennecott operation near Salt Lake City, Utah, to strengthen its supply of copper in the United States by increasing production from underground mining and improving the health of key assets.
  • In September 2022, Rio Tinto approved development capital totalling $55 million to start underground mining in an area known as the Lower Commercial Skarn (LCS).
  • Rio Tinto Copper chief operating officer Clayton Walker said: “We are investing to build a world class underground mine at Kennecott and strengthen our processing facilities, to meet the growing demand for copper in the United States, a key material for domestic manufacturing and the energy transition.
  • All the above investments are already included in Rio Tinto’s share of capital investment guidance for 2023 to 2025.

Toll Brothers Announces New Home Designs in Sycamore Glen Luxury Home Community in Riverton, Utah

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Wednesday, May 17, 2023
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(NYSE:TOL), the nation’s leading builder of luxury homes, today announced new home designs are now available at its Sycamore Glen community located near the intersection of 11800 South and Redwood Road in Riverton, Utah.

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  • (NYSE:TOL), the nation’s leading builder of luxury homes, today announced new home designs are now available at its Sycamore Glen community located near the intersection of 11800 South and Redwood Road in Riverton, Utah.
  • Located in the heart of Riverton, Sycamore Glen by Toll Brothers will include 36 new single-family homes offering stunning mountain views.
  • “We are excited for home buyers to experience Sycamore Glen by Toll Brothers, an intimate community offering spacious home designs, mountain views, excellent schools, and a convenient location,” said Bob Flaherty, Group President of Toll Brothers in Utah.
  • Additional Toll Brothers new home communities in the Salt Lake Valley area include: Canyon Point at Traverse Mountain , Toll Brothers at Denali Estates , The Ridge by Toll Brothers , and Toll Brothers at Lakeview Estates .

KBS Signs 24,280 Square Feet in Leases with Five Tenants at 494,289 Square-Foot Class A Office Park in Salt Lake City, Utah

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Tuesday, March 28, 2023
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Its location offers tenants easy accessibility to I-215, I-15, and Salt Lake City International Airport.

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  • Its location offers tenants easy accessibility to I-215, I-15, and Salt Lake City International Airport.
  • The office park is only minutes from a variety of ski resorts, including Snowbird, Alta, Brighton, Park City Mountain Resort and more.
  • “This unusual topography strongly positions this asset over all other office properties in the Salt Lake Valley,” says Helgeson.
  • “In addition, KBS’ ability to provide excellent service continues to facilitate lease renewals at this asset.”
    Millrock Park is located at 6550 S. Millrock Drive in Holladay, Utah.

Beehive Insurance Relocating Headquarters to Taylorsville

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Tuesday, March 21, 2023
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MURRAY, Utah, March 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Beehive Insurance is excited to announce its new headquarters at the Riverboat Road Building in Taylorsville, Utah, following sister company Geneva Rock's acquisition of the property.

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  • MURRAY, Utah, March 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Beehive Insurance is excited to announce its new headquarters at the Riverboat Road Building in Taylorsville, Utah, following sister company Geneva Rock's acquisition of the property.
  • "Joining the vibrant Taylorsville community is an exciting step for Beehive Insurance," said Doug Snow, President of Beehive Insurance.
  • Years of success in the trucking, construction, and non-profit industries fueled the growth of Beehive Insurance.
  • "I'm confident this partnership will not only benefit Beehive Insurance but also contribute to the economic growth of Taylorsville and the state of Utah."

Geneva Rock Moving Headquarters After Riverboat Road Building Acquisition

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Tuesday, March 21, 2023
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MURRAY, Utah, March 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Geneva Rock is pleased to announce the acquisition of the Riverboat Road Building in Taylorsville, Utah, which will serve as its new headquarters.

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  • MURRAY, Utah, March 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Geneva Rock is pleased to announce the acquisition of the Riverboat Road Building in Taylorsville, Utah, which will serve as its new headquarters.
  • "We're excited to be changing our address to this historical building," said Jay Ritchie, President of Geneva Rock.
  • Due to internal growth, Geneva Rock needed to relocate from its current headquarters at 53rd South in Murray, Utah.
  • "I'm confident Geneva Rock will feel right at home in its new headquarters location," said Utah State Senator and Taylorsville economic development director Wayne Harper.

Salt Lake Community College Selected by Amazon as an Education Partner for Career Choice Program

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Thursday, March 3, 2022
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SALT LAKE CITY, March 3, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Today, Salt Lake Community College (SLCC) announced they have been selected as an education partner for Amazon's Career Choice program, providing Amazon's hourly employees access to associate degree programs , industry certifications for in-demand jobs , and foundational skills such as ESL proficiency certifications .

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  • SALT LAKE CITY, March 3, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Today, Salt Lake Community College (SLCC) announced they have been selected as an education partner for Amazon's Career Choice program, providing Amazon's hourly employees access to associate degree programs , industry certifications for in-demand jobs , and foundational skills such as ESL proficiency certifications .
  • "Salt Lake Community College's flexible class schedules, convenience and affordability all make for a perfect fit for Amazon employees looking to expand their career options and take advantage of the incredible benefits Career Choice provides them."
  • Amazon's Career Choice program is an education benefit that empowers employees to learn new skills for career success at Amazon or elsewhere.
  • "We're looking forward to Salt Lake Community College coming on board as an education partner for Career Choice, adding to the hundreds of best-in-class offerings available to our employees," said Tammy Thieman, Global Program Lead of Amazon's Career Choice program.

Security National Financial Corp. Acquires Holbrook Mortuary

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Thursday, January 13, 2022
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SALT LAKE CITY, Jan. 13, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Security National Financial Corporation (NASDAQ: SNFCA) announced today the closing of its purchase of Holbrook Mortuary (Holbrook).

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  • SALT LAKE CITY, Jan. 13, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Security National Financial Corporation (NASDAQ: SNFCA) announced today the closing of its purchase of Holbrook Mortuary (Holbrook).
  • John Holbrook, Holbrooks owner, said We are thrilled to be joining Security National.
  • Scott M. Quist, President of Security National commented, We feel it a great compliment that the John and Sandy Holbrook family have chosen to join Security National.
  • Security National operates in three main business segments: life insurance, mortgage banking, and cemetery and mortuary operations.