July 2026
Get Outside
The Beehive State is enriched with adventure and natural beauty, so why should we only stay within the valley? SLUG is scouring all edges of the map to get us outside and enjoy this summer heat. Artist Anne Kaferle honors Utah’s geographic wonders with a majestic mountain range, streaked in a gorgeous Mother Nature color palette.
Localized: Star Carmen
Constantly reinventing their sound and skills, a bassist, vocalist, two guitarists and a drummer form the five-pointed Star Carmen. … read more
Interviews | Localized | Music
Paws on the Patio
When you get a hankering for food and drinks, why would you want to leave your best friend behind? Here are a few bars and restaurants with dog-friendly patios. … read more
Caffeinated Camping: Local Edition
Great local coffee roasters have jumped into the instant coffee world. I enjoyed three brands of coffee in my backyard to reverently savor the experience. … read more
July 2026 Astrology Forecast: Jupiter Rising
The ancient tapestry has been unwoven, its threads gathered in ordered color as the weaver begins restringing. A fresh design, perhaps no longer a tapestry. … read more
Local Music Singles Roundup: July 2026
SLUG is here to help you leave this world behind, as we bring you the best of local music in this edition of Local Music Singles Roundup! … read more
Skate Photo Feature: Landen Fergus
With some ingenuity and an old handicap sign, Landen Fergus makes an impromptu pole jam off of a loading dock in the industrial district in Salt Lake City. … read more
Contributor Limelight: Colin Arthur
Aside from slinging magazines all over the valley, you can also see Colin Arthur making faces melt as one of the hardcore members of Wicked Temple! … read more
Contributor Limelight: Nichole Huntsman
As an adventurous soul and a spiritual guide, Nichole Huntsman’s horoscope column lights the way to make sure every month is enriched with good fortune. … read more
