Utah Naloxone hits milestone in reported opioid overdoses
Many have heard or read about the opioid overdose crisis in Utah, but few realize that in 2014, the state ranked 4th in the nation for overdose-related deaths. Thanks to those who raised awareness and worked tirelessly to bring change, we can celebrate that as of 2021, Utah has dropped to 42nd in overdose death rates.
Play ball! Rose Park Baseball kicks off 70th season of sports and community on the Westside
70 years – that’s how long Rose Park Baseball has been supporting Westside youth through the iconic American sport. On April 12th, the latest season kicked off at Riverside Park.
All Chay: Vibrant Vegan Vietnamese in Fairpark
Tucked away in the Fairpark neighborhood at 1264 W 500 N, All Chay has been making waves throughout Salt Lake City’s food scene for the past eight years. This family-owned gem offers something truly unique to the Westside: a fully vegan and vegetarian Vietnamese menu that doesn’t compromise on flavor, creativity, or comfort.
myHometown hosts service projects throughout the year to clean up Westside neighborhoods
Continuing their goal of cleaning up the community, myHometown 2025 Salt Lake City is assessing additional community projects and services throughout the city. Right now, they’re focusing on three areas: Northwest (Rose Park, Fairpark, Westpointe and Jordan Meadows neighborhoods), Westside (Poplar Grove and Glendale neighborhoods), and Central (Ballpark and Liberty Wells neighborhoods).
The next myHometown Days of Service in those three areas will be in May. The organization will continue to host projects on various days through October and November. More information on each project can be found at myhometownslc.org.
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.
The Salt Lake County Immigrant People’s Agenda
For over two decades, Comunidades Unidas (CU), a nonprofit organization built by immigrant Latina women in 1999, has provided many of those trying to make Utah their home with the basic resources they need to thrive, focusing on healthcare, food, shelter, and economic security. While our direct services remain vital, we recognize that the power necessary to change the conditions immigrants face in Utah comes from the political formation of everyday, working-class people, including immigrants. Ultimately, this will enable immigrants to actively shape their communities and pursue lives that center their dignity.
Joaquina Mexican Snacks: Small but mighty addition to Poplar Grove’s food scene
Nestled in the heart of Poplar Grove at 484 S 900 West, Joaquina Mexican Snacks is a small but mighty addition to the neighborhood’s food scene. Open for only four months, this cozy spot is already making a big impact with its delicious offerings and welcoming atmosphere.
The Other Side Village open house showcases strong sense of community
Eager to share the results of months of hard work, teams from The Other Side Village and The Other Side Academy welcomed members of the community to a recent open house. Those who attended the event on January 27th were greeted in the village’s clubhouse with fresh donuts from The Other Side Donuts and hot chocolate, and were able to mingle with those who played a role in getting The Other Side Village up and running.
Salt Lake City seeking community member input for West-East Connections Study
For those of us who live on the Westside, we’re incredibly familiar with the challenges we face when trying to head east – to Downtown, the University of Utah, hospitals and other health care, shopping on 300 W, and more. Between I-15 and the railroad tracks, it can often feel like we’re cut off from the rest of the city we call home.
Now, Salt Lake City is launching a new study to analyze the problem and come up with solutions to help bridge the West-East divide. These solutions will include various kinds of transportation methods, including automobiles, public transit, biking, walking, and more.
Glendale’s own Hook and Ladder: A local gem for comfort food
Those who know burgers say Glendale’s Hook and Ladder on California Avenue isn’t just one of the best burger places in Salt Lake City, but in all of Utah.
Beating the winter blues by prioritizing mental health
Other Side Village begins housing residents; public open house scheduled for January 27
The Other Side Village, a tiny-home community to address chronic homelessness, opened to its first residents in December. A public open house is scheduled for January 27.
Trash pick-up collection days changing February 3
On February 3, residential trash pick-up collection days are changing throughout Salt Lake City, including for the Westside, which moves from Friday to Wednesday.
Grant program launches to help Westside non-profit organizations
Air Quality Alert: How mobile air quality monitors reveal neighborhood-level disparities
HEAL Utah launched a fleet of mobile air quality monitors on Salt Lake's Westside to overcome the limitations of stationary monitors.
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.
Analysis shows UTA provides more benches and shelters on east side routes
Salt Lake's east side has better bus stop facilities than the Westside, according to a report from The Utah Investigative Journalism Project.
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.
Salt Lake City receives loan, launches program to replace lead pipes
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Quetzal Imports: A Westside market specializing in Guatemalan cuisine and sundries
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