Education and Inspiration: Blue Sky Institute

Posted on February 4, 2021 (January 24, 2022) by Asha Pruitt

The Blue Sky Institute uses education and community engagement as the foundation for a wide array of grassroots projects. … read more

The West View Is You

Posted on February 4, 2021 (January 24, 2022) by Asha Pruitt

(L–R) Managing Editor Charlotte Fife-Jepperson and Executive Director Turner C. Bitton strive to let SLC’s Westside reflect itself as a culturally rich community in The West View publication.

The West View is here as a reminder to all of Salt Lake City that there is a culturally rich and closely knit community that exists here. … read more

Virtualized: Herring

Posted on February 4, 2021 (January 24, 2022) by Asha Pruitt

(L–R) Devin Richie, Nate Richie, Emma Roberts, Caine Wenner and Lexie Wilson come together with sounds that each individual member of the band identifies with.

The five-member ensemble Herring creates sounds that do not fit into one specific category—a unique separation from genre labeling. … read more

Transformational Activism: Breaking the School-to-Prison Pipeline with Save the Kids

Posted on February 4, 2021 (May 21, 2024) by Asha Pruitt

(L–R) Save the Kids Southwest Chapter members National Coordinator of National Week Against School Pushout Chelsie Acosta, Bella Ochoa, Brock Smith, Regional Coordinator Wes Wesson, National Director of Personnel Mac Allred, Jahne’ Johnson and National Director of Outreach Anthony Nocella.

Save the Kids is a national nonprofit devoted to keeping youth from being institutionalized in the carceral system. … read more

Building Rome: Navigating Trans Identity with Natalie Day

Posted on February 4, 2021 (July 12, 2023) by Asha Pruitt

For Natalie Day, building Rome took time. Although she faced challenges, it was overcoming those challenges that have made her who she is. … read more

Local Review: Freedream – Elemental Art

Posted on January 28, 2021 (January 24, 2022) by Asha Pruitt

Freedream | Elemental Art | Self-Released

Freedream = Incubus + Soundgarden … read more

Virtualized: Ivouries

Posted on February 4, 2021 (January 24, 2022) by Asha Pruitt

(L–R) Devin Mitchell, Jaxon Garrick, Casey Schrader and Adam Fuller create bedroom electronic pop music that originated in Garrick’s mom’s basement as a solo project.

Now a fine-tuned four-piece, Ivouries have grounded themselves in an area full of opportunity and astounding local talent. … read more

River Jude August: Gender Actualization in Utah

Posted on February 4, 2021 (January 24, 2022) by Asha Pruitt

River Jude August serves as a leader in the effort to defend gender-expansive rights, championing social justice, growth and change. … read more

PIK2AR: Providing Positive Change for the Pasifika Community

Posted on February 4, 2021 (January 24, 2022) by Asha Pruitt

(L–R) Susi and Simi “Poteki” Feltch-Malohifo’ou work to support and enrich our local Pacific Island community through their nonprofit, Pacific Island Knowledge 2 Action Resources (PIK2AR).

PIK2AR works to address domestic violence within the Tongan/Polynesian/Pacific Island community while providing other community programs. … read more

A Hot Lunch For Cozy Winter Comfort At Hong Kong Tea House

Posted on February 4, 2021 (May 8, 2023) by Asha Pruitt

Hong Kong Tea House’s Fried Shrimp Balls (Right), Steamed BBQ Chicken Buns (Left) and Pork Dumplings (Top) make for a hearty dim sum meal.

Hong Kong Tea House is a great, local spot for comforting food that will make you smile even on the dreariest of days. … read more

Beer of the Month: This is the Pilsener

Posted on February 4, 2021 (January 24, 2022) by Asha Pruitt

Having won awards at several important beer events, Hoppers This is the Pilsener has a clean taste with hints of sweet bread alongside floral notes.

Having won awards at several important beer events, This is the Pilsener has a clean taste with hints of sweet bread alongside floral notes. … read more

9th & 9th Book & Music Gallery: The Bookstore in Your Bedroom

Posted on February 4, 2021 (January 24, 2022) by Asha Pruitt

At 9th & 9th Book & Music Gallery, you can peruse the shelves and while away the hours steeped in books you wouldn’t normally find elsewhere. … read more