NeighborWorks Salt Lake secures fellowship to expand banking access
A new national grant is set to expand access to safe and affordable banking for residents across Salt Lake City and surrounding communities.
NeighborWorks Salt Lake announced April 20 that it has been awarded funding from the Cities for Financial Empowerment (CFE) Fund, with support from the Wells Fargo Foundation, to strengthen its local “Bank On” initiative. The effort aims to connect residents — particularly those without traditional bank accounts — to reliable financial services.
Donut House: A sweet Westside staple in Rose Park
If you’re a fan of donuts, or just have a sweet tooth in general, Donut House is a spot you need to check out. Located at 950 W 1000 N in the Rose Park area of Salt Lake City, this hidden gem is serving up fresh, delicious donuts that bring both flavor and nostalgia to the Westside. They’re open Tuesday through Sunday from 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., making it the perfect stop for a morning or afternoon treat.
Weekly food truck roundup coming to Glendale Regional Park
Food Truck League is coming to town and will set up shop at Glendale Regional Park, the former site of Raging Waters. Seven food trucks are scheduled to serve up delicious food from 5-8 pm every Thursday through the summer beginning on April 23rd.
Attendees will get a unique opportunity to sample food like pizza cones from the Pizza Cone Zone, Japanese fried chicken from Happy Tummie, and even Dole Soft Serve from Gnarly’s Island and Treats. And the best part is that it’ll all be in one convenient spot.
Chunga’s: Westside flavor that has stood the test of time
If you’re looking for good-quality Mexican food on the Westside, Chunga’s is definitely a place you should check out. Located at 180 S 900 W in the Poplar Grove area, Chunga’s has been serving the community since 2008 and continues to deliver delicious, high-quality Mexican food with bold flavors. They are open Tuesday through Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Taverna Pizza: A true slice of New York on the edge of the Westside
If you’re looking for a true pizza experience, you have to check out Taverna Pizza. Tucked away on the edge of the Westside at 427 N 300 W, this hidden gem won’t stay hidden for long. Taverna is bringing a vibe to Salt Lake City that feels refreshingly new — a classic New York–style slice shop blended seamlessly with the comfort of a neighborhood bar.
Buzzed Coffee House: From Westside roots to downtown brews
If you’re in downtown Salt Lake City and searching for exceptional coffee, Buzzed Coffee House is a spot you need to check out. Located at 265 State Street, Suite 113, Buzzed Coffee House has brought its Westside roots into the heart of downtown while staying true to its community-centered mission.
New child care options open on Westside
A new satellite daycare center has opened its doors at the SPARK apartment complex on North Temple, bringing affordable, high-quality childcare to local families and residents. Operated by Neighborhood House, this center is part of an innovative partnership that combines affordable housing with accessible daycare — a model that Executive Director Jennifer Nuttall calls “the right solution at the right time.”
Love Your Block: From idea to impact
Since 2021, Love Your Block has supported neighborhood improvement projects led by residents across the Westside and Ballpark neighborhoods. Originally funded through the Bloomberg Center for Public Innovation, the program became a full-time city initiative in 2023 thanks to Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall’s support through the general fund investment.
But these projects are not possible without YOU. Yes, you — the neighbor reading this, the one thinking about that vacant lot you would love to see turned into a pocket park. Or maybe it is that wall you pass every day with your kids and your dog, imagining it brought to life with color and creativity. Or maybe you have thought about adding a little library to your street to share stories with your neighbors.
The Power District takes next step in development with groundbreaking of 10-story headquarters for Rocky Mountain Power
Amid a scene of bulldozers, backhoes, dirt mounds, and golden shovels, city, state, and business leaders braved the rain and cold temperatures for the groundbreaking of the first new building at The Power District.
On October 27th, local leaders and representatives for the Larry H. Miller Company, which owns the 100-acre property at Redwood Road and North Temple, broke ground for a new 10-story building that will house the new corporate headquarters for Rocky Mountain Power. The 300,000-square foot campus will replace the existing structure nearby, a 1951 building originally built for Utah Power, the precursor to Rocky Mountain Power.
Culture Coffee holds 1st night market: “Grab A Cup & Catch A Vibe”
Cafes that seek to build community offer much more than just a good cup of coffee. They create a space where people come to connect, share, and create. These places don’t only serve coffee, but they serve their communities by making everyone feel at home. And that's exactly what's been brewing at Culture Coffee.
On August 1st, Culture brought the community together with coffee, art, and good vibes at their first-ever local night market.
Students in Salt Lake City sign ‘Letters of Intent’ for apprenticeships
The Salt Lake City School District recently hosted its largest-ever Talent Ready Apprenticeship Connection (TRAC) Signing Day, celebrating 19 students—the biggest cohort in district history to join the TRAC Advanced Manufacturing Program. Students signed their letters of intent, officially committing to youth apprenticeships with top local employers, including two manufacturers located on Salt Lake City’s Westside, Utah PaperBox and Stadler Rail.
Grant program to improve business facades open for applications
A grant program to improve local businesses is open through the rest of May. The Neighborhood Business Improvement Program (NBIP) is a resource offered by Salt Lake City to help strengthen the local business community.
Salt Lake City working towards improving infrastructure through the Capital Improvement Program
Several infrastructure-related projects could be coming to the Westside within the next year, thanks to the Capital Improvement Program.
Grant program launches to help Westside non-profit organizations
Westside residents receive e-bike vouchers from Salt Lake City
Of more than 2,000 applicants, 277 Salt Lake residents were awarded e-bike vouchers to help decrease driving and promote cleaner air.
Amid Westside development, El Asadero restaurant fights to preserve its legacy and future
Booming development on North Temple has created struggles for local business owners like Margarito Parra and wife Imelda Morales.
Fairpark’s Culture Coffee offers a unique blend of coffee and community
Local chef Miles Ellis recommends Fairpark’s Culture Coffee for the food, drinks, and community — and the music and arcade games aren’t bad, either.
Op-Ed: Community Land Trusts are the future of affordable housing
U of U grad student Ryan Hunter argues that community land trusts can help solve Salt Lake City’s housing crisis by expanding access to home ownership.
Op-ed: Reimagining solutions to the housing affordability crisis
Op-ed: Social housing provides an affordable, community-owned alternative to profit-driven housing models that have created the current housing crisis in Salt Lake City.
I-15 expansion prompts concerns about pollution, business impacts, and traffic congestion
Westside community members and business owners have doubts about the impacts of the proposed I-15 expansion.