Adding to this important point: If you're not considering candidates who don't have college degrees or who aren't attending colleges you are also 'not working hard enough to make sure your newsroom reflects the America that journalists are tasked to cover.'

A phalarope (sort of) made an appearance as two state lawmakers touted progress on policy affecting the Great Salt Lake and talked about the future, including why the Bear River Development and pipeline no longer hold water.

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I'm looking to connect with Utah life coaches who have opinions (either for or against) about whether their industry should be regulated or require registration. Is that you or do you know someone? Please get in touch, I'm at jmiller(at)sltrib.com!

Southwestern Utah recreation hot spot could be closed to public due to vandalism sltrib.com/news/environme…

Earlier this week I wrote about how folks in Weber County had similar concerns to those in Erda about a different proposed project on land that is largely rural, agricultural and also near the GSL. sltrib.com/news/environme…

New ⁦The Salt Lake Tribune⁩ editorial: Events in little Vineyard City illustrate why open government is a big deal sltrib.com/opinion/editor…

This is why Utah needs a stronger #GRAMA , not more secrecy exemptions. #GRAMA helps watchdog the public purse, even in little 'ol Vineyard. Nice work Leia Larsen and The Salt Lake Tribune. #utpol #utleg sltrib.com/news/environme…

It is no longer cold outside. Does that mean you should start watering your lawn RIGHT NOW?

Spoiler: Most likely no. You shouldn't. Please don't. sltrib.com/news/environme…

It's no secret that Utah is growing, but what's less well known is that our increasing population is settling downstream of 'high hazard' dams.

Paighten🆒Harkins and I looked into what the recent Panguitch Lake Dam crisis tells us about this issue:
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Wait, what?

“They … shared a room because they were concerned about the cost,” Rasmussen said. “They shared a bed, in fact.” sltrib.com/news/environme…

Don't miss this crazy story form Leia Larsen on why this tiny town of less than 20,000 is spending tens of thousands of dollars on trips to Paris & London and stays in fancy hotels.
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Your tap water is safe to drink in SLC and Park City. But before you take that next sip, you might take a look at what's stuck on the bottom of your skis or snowboard.

My story on ski wax in water ⬇️🤢

The Salt Lake Tribune Park City Municipal SLC Department of Public Utilities Deer Valley Resort Park City Mountain

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One of the most enjoyable interviews I've had the pleasure of doing was talking to Ted about the 1983 floods, resulting in this story. His death is an enormous loss for Utah as a whole

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Last night, local officials warned that the Panguitch Lake Dam in southwestern Utah could fail — and urged residents to prepare for evacuation.

Details here:
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an attack on sandra fish 🐠 is an attack on all of us

A coalition of NGOs has submitted a proposal for managing the Colorado River that they say 'explicitly integrates environmental values and resources into the planning.'

Water managers question if their ideas are realistic.

Story:
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To address community concerns after the now-dissolved Lake Restoration Solutions island project, Utah Lake Authority Authority has adopted a new transparency policy for the organization.

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Did you know I write a letter every other week about housing and transportation news in the state with a focus on solutions?

Part of this week's newsletter focused on the story of one Utah family and why they are leaving the state.
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We are #hiring for North Carolina-based Reporter at Inside Climate News. Message me if you're interested in joining our team. We are attending #SEJ2024 Annual Conference if you would like to meet! #SEJ2024 - via #Whova event app

The #SEJ2024 audience strategies session on Saturday morning is on, and Leia Larsen and Michael Leveton will talk about creative ways to reach audiences. I'm happy to talk 1:1 with folks about Grist's approach anytime.