The Wasatch Front continues to face bitter cold temperatures and forecasters say the end is not in site. National Weather Service Hydrologist Brian McInerney say temps won’t improve much over the next five to seven days adding to what could end up being one of the coldest months on record.
Ski season is here and Utah’s resorts are hoping that means a better year than last. Three of the state’s resorts are already open, and more will open later this week. KCPW’s Jessica Gail reports on what the industry is doing to ensure a successful season.
The fight between several conservation groups and the Talisker Corporation over SKILINK, the proposed Gondola linking the Canyons and Solitude Ski Resorts, continued over the weekend. The opposition held a fundraiser to help raise awareness of the project, but as KCPW’s Jessica Gail reports, those proposing SKILINK agree that awareness is exactly what the public needs.
Each summer, Salt Lake City’s Pioneer Park is filled with dozens of farmers, bakers and artists selling their goods at the Downtown Farmers Market. This summer, one group of growers is new to the trade. That’s because they’re inmates, participating in the Salt Lake County Jail’s gardening program. KCPW’s Jessica Gail reports on what it has to offer.
Salt Lake City leaders are considering an off-leash dog tag program to increase revenue for maintaining off-leash dog areas and developing new ones. Art Raymond, spokesman for Mayor Ralph Becker, says the goal is to recognize the growing use of off-leash dog parks and responsibly expand those opportunities.
A thumbs up by the Salt Lake County Planning Commission Wednesday means plans to develop a mountain coaster at Snowbird Ski and Summer Resort are in full swing. One environmental group is already speaking out, but as KCPW’s Jessica Gail reports, it isn’t the resort they are angry with.
Utah, celebrated for its world-renowned skiing, is said to have the “greatest snow on earth.” But this year’s season has been bone dry so far. As KCPW’s Whittney Evans reports, skiers at one area in Little Cottonwood Canyon are still enjoying the slopes, but the lack of powder is costly and concerning.
Salt Lake City Mayor Ralph Becker testified this morning before a congressional subcommittee against a proposal to sell a parcel of national forest land, paving the way for a ski lift between the Canyons and Solitude Mountain Resort. As KCPW’s Whittney Evans reports, Becker told the panel it’s the city’s responsibility to make sure the project doesn’t bypass the environmental reviews and public participation that need to take place before the project is solidified.
Segment 1: Mountaineer Apa Sherpa now lives in Draper, but he continues to feel the tug of Mt. Everest in his native Nepal. He’s made an astounding 21 trips to Everest’s summit – a world record – and continues to advocate for heart health, conditions in Nepal and the environment. Guests: Apa Sherpa Terrell…
The Utah Avalanche Center is urging avid skiers to wait for a few more snowstorms before hitting the slopes. On Sunday, professional skier Jamie Pierre fell victim to an avalanche he triggered while snowboarding at the unopened Snowbird ski resort.
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