Podcasts about Udot

Utah lawmaker threatens legislation after Utah Jazz Pride Month posts -- UDOT to begin lengthy SR-30 (200 N) project

Snyderville Basin Water Reclamation Executive Director Mike Luers shares key wastewater issues, US 40 crash kills one near Heber where UDOT plans safety improvements, Summit Pride members Virginia Solomon and Rebecca Brenner share details on the "Raise the Flag" initiative and June Pride Month programming, Mediator and author Chad Ford and Mountain Mediation Programs Director Kris Campbell detail Ford's visit focused on understanding conflict and how to turn it into meaningful connection, Ecker Hill Middle School PTO President Brittany Bailey and parent organizer Kouy Kolar share details on year-end community events, Wasatch County rodeo and derby thwart scalpers with in-person only presale, Utah's newest state park opens near Moab with biking, offroading and fossils, UDOT warns drivers after increase in scam texts, calls and Summit County deputies issue reminder on e-bike safety.

Wasatch County road rage incident draws felony charge after driver punched and left unconscious, Park City preservation board delays decision on Centennial House renovation, Pete Stoughton of the PCHS Mountain Bike Team shares details on this weekend's bike swap, Park City considers request to display Main Street Pride banners as state's flag ban kicks in, the spring projects open house offers project updates, Trudy Brereton with Wasatch Behavioral Health and Wasatch CAPS student Carla Nava talk about their new mural addressing underage drinking, Summit County declines to fund Sundance marketing for 2026 festival and UDOT to restripe roads in Summit and Wasatch counties this summer.

Park City invites UDOT involvement in bus rapid transit project, Summit County Sheriff Frank Smith and Senior Public Relations Liaison Skyler Talbot discuss updates on law enforcement issues, Heber City Manager Matt Brower previews topics for Tuesday's city council meeting and Utah Film Director Robin Hauser and COO of SheMoney Madison Limansky discuss the new documentary "Thaw" which explores the societal and personal challenges of infertility and features women who froze their eggs for non-medical reasons.

Utah roads have seen a disturbing trend of wrong way driving accidents… Is there a way to mitigate them? UDOT's John Gleason joins the show to discuss the options being considered to prevent these incidents.

Hey everyone! Welcome to a special episode of Summit County's weekly news podcast, Summit in Six! Today, we'll take a deep dive into the latest on the Kimball Junction Environmental Impact Statement or EIS.  For some context, since 2019, UDOT, in partnership with Summit County, has been working to evaluate improvements at the I-80 and … Continue reading April 17, 2025 — Special Interview with UDOT Official on Kimball Junction EIS →

Hideout mayor resigns due to health issues, no ranked choice voting for Heber in 2025 election, Utah Fire Info talks about preparing for wildfire season, Yarrow owner appeals denial of redevelopment project, Park City Song Summit's 2025 festival will feature Goose and Greensky Bluegrass, Park City hires two new deputy city managers, Wasatch Back has positive water outlook after another above normal snowpack year, Union workers submit more than 320,000 signatures for HB267 referendum, UDOT's 2025 projects include work in Summit, Wasatch counties, GOP Gov. Cox instructs Utah agencies to make plans for a possible recession, Summit County sheriff opens citizen academy applications, EU ambassador warns Utah leaders that the state will feel economic impact of tariffs, Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest talks about responsible recreation in the Uintas, Dodger Stadium and Universal Studios among LA28 Olympic venues, NPS celebrates National Park Week with free entry, Park City Transit riders log 350,000 miles in winter ‘Ride On' challenge and 2026 Olympic torches to honor bond between man and nature.

UDOT scam warning -- Fuel spill cleanup ongoing at Hyrum Park -- Rowdy Logan City Council meeting over electricity purchasing contract

The Rod and Greg Show Daily Rundown – Friday, March 28, 20254:20 pm: Terry Jones, Editor of Issues and Insights, joins the program for a conversation about the media's treatment of President Donald Trump.4:38 pm: Homeowners in Little Cottonwood Canyon have filed a lawsuit against the Utah Department of Transportation to try to stop UDOT from using land in their neighborhood to build a road for the controversial gondola project, and their attorney, Brent O. Hatch joins the show to discuss the lawsuit.6:05 pm: Nationally syndicated radio host Glenn Beck joins Rod and Greg in studio for a two-segment conversation about his program and other topics at the top of the headlines.6:38 pm: We'll listen back to Rod and Greg's conversations this week with Rep. Jeff Burton about the changes lawmakers have made to Utah's vote-by-mail system, and (at 6:50 pm) with Victoria Manning of Restoration America on the group's Education Freedom Grades for states.

This is Derek Miller, Speaking on Business. Every great business has a story – one that connects, inspires and moves people to action. And bringing those stories to life is what Avalanche Studios does best. President Dave Lindsay joins us with more. Dave Lindsay: When a business tries to sell a product, attract new customers, train their staff, or recruit employees, they're really just telling a story. At Avalanche Studios, we use the power of video to help businesses make those stories unforgettable. We create commercials, branding videos, marketing materials and other content for websites, training and events. And we take care of the entire process, from script to screen. We develop the concept, write the script, hire actors, scout locations and film cinematic visuals. Then we bring it all together with expert editing, sound design, music, graphics, effects and narration to create compelling content. For over 25 years, many companies have trusted us to tell their stories – Companies like Comcast, Instructure, Taqueria 27, UDOT, Telarus, Savage and the Salt Lake Airport. Our team of creative professionals and storytellers at Avalanche Studios have been helping businesses grow, by telling their stories. So, what's your story? We'll help you tell it. Derek Miller: Great stories don't just entertain — they make an impact. And with the right visuals, your business's story can do the same. To learn more about what Avalanche Studios can do for you, visit their website, avalanche-studios.com. I'm Derek Miller, with the Salt Lake Chamber, Speaking on Business. Originally aired: 4/10/25

Utahns woke up with freezing temps and black ice surprises with nearly 50 crashes tacking place this morning so far. D2 gets an update on the traffic conditions with Heather Kelly in the KSL Traffic Center. John Gleason with UDOT addresses questions surrounding efforts to melt the ice on the roads.  Sgt. Justin Adams, Emergency Vehicle Operations Coordinator with UHP, walks through what to do if you hit black ice to avoid the slide.

Latest Utah Avalanche Center forecast, Park City, Summit County meeting with UDOT amid conflict over S.R. 224 plans, Wasatch County Manager Dustin Grabau previews this week's county council meeting, Colorado House approves $34M financial package to lure Sundance, Park City Mountain Ski Patroller Andy Szpak shares details on this year's Backcountry Bow Wow event, Kamas pauses new short-term rentals and adds tax for guests, Park City Ski and Snowboard talks about World Cup athletes training at the UOP and Kouri Richins' attorneys ask to move murder trial to Salt Lake.

Utah Avalanche Center forecast, Francis Best Western approved despite community protest, UDOT plan for Kimball Junction traffic focuses on adding lanes, Summit Pride, Park City show support for LGBTQ+ community after state seeks pride flag ban, Park City wants tunnel at Snow Creek Dr. as Yarrow returns to city planners, Youth Sports Alliance Executive Director Emily Fisher and Programs Director Heather Sims have an update on the youth sports programs, Hideout could use tax increment funding to develop Ross Creek, Public labor unions launch campaign to repeal law banning collective bargaining, Snyderville Basin Recreation Director Dana Jones has an update and DABS wants to build another liquor store in Park City.

Chris Wilson, Springville City Engineer discusses the progress on the Dry Creek Parkway and I-15 Interchange (previously known as 1600 S.) with Project Engineer, Tyrel Edwards from UDOT. 

As snow falls on the roads, John Gleason with UDOT provides update on lane striping efforts to improve visibility.

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 TOPIC 1 – UDOT Wasatch Back dashboard  We'll get the ball rolling with some big news for Wasatch Back commuters!  The Utah Department of Transportation (aka UDOT) is bringing increased communication to drivers traveling in Parleys Canyon and the Park City area. UDOT Wasatch Back will provide real-time updates and driver education on social media … Continue reading January 17, 2025 – the UDOT Wasatch Back Dashboard & county surplus auctions →

Population explosion in Box Elder County -- UDOT report shows road fatalities increased in 2024

Latest Utah Avalanche Center forecast, Cedar Crest Village began as annexation proposal, landowner says, Holy Cross Ministries Executive Director Emmie Gardner shares an update on immigration services, Park City Manager Matt Dias previews this week's city council meeting, Heber Valley Chamber Public Relations Manager Jessica Turner shares holiday events happening in the Heber Valley, UDOT narrowly wins approval for barriers, stoplights on north U.S. 4, and Snow Park Village, City Park building highlight Park City planning agenda.

Steven Clark enjoyed the ideal skier's lifestyle as a young boy living at the mouth of the Cottonwood Canyons. Today, he's the avalanche safety program manager for the Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT). As skiers and riders wind their way up Little Cottonwood Canyon, one of the most avalanche-intensive sections of highway in the world, he's the one leading efforts to help keep us safe. Clark joined this episode of Last Chair from Snowbird to talk about innovative new technology that is helping to keep avalanche safety workers – and all of us on the highway – safe during winter storms.Many of us think about backcountry avalanche safety. Clark himself, when he was young, had the Utah Avalanche Center phone number posted on the family's home phone. But it's doubtful many of us think a lot about avalanches as we travel mountain highways every winter. We think about the plows that clear the roadway for us. But what's up above might be largely out of our minds as we wind up State Route 210 for eight miles towards Snowbird and Alta.In those eight miles from the mouth of Little Cottonwood Canyon up to Alta, there are 64 identified, named avalanche paths that can impact the highway. While the ski resorts all manage avalanche safety in their boundaries, it's up to UDOT to mitigate the danger on the highway. From howitzers to hand charges, UDOT avalanche safety teams work to keep all highways in the state safe for drivers and residents.For around 75 years military howitzers have played a pivotal role, lobbing shells across valleys to dislodge snowpack before it poses a danger to the highway. In 2007, UDOT began to look at alternatives to lobbing shells through the air. Today, howitzers are being phased out. As an example, in 2023 Alta retired its 105-mm cannon that had fired thousands of rounds of shells since being introduced in the 1950s by avalanche safety legend Monty Atwater.Replacing the howitzers is an array of remotely triggered devices installed on mountainside towers throughout the canyon. Towers from Wyssen Avalanche Control can be remotely activated to drop charges into the snow. Installations from GAZEX™ create a controlled explosion from which the concussive force triggers a slide. UDOT is using both systems, with new installations around Mount Superior will be in operation this season. There are now nearly 90 remotely-activated avalanche mitigation installations in the canyon between UDOT and the ski resorts. The new systems provide yet another level of public safety, eliminating the need to fire shells across the valley or to have avalanche safety workers conduct high-risk operations. In addition, UDOT employs a sophisticated array of avalanche sensors to analyze the snowpack and provide valuable feedback and updates.This episode of Last Chair provides some fascinating insights into the work done behind the scenes to keep us safe as we travel the Cottonwood Canyons to ski and ride. A well-known figure in the Utah snow safety community, Steven Clark is a great example of the dedication of the UDOT team that helps keep us safe.

Steven Clark enjoyed the ideal skier's lifestyle as a young boy living at the mouth of the Cottonwood Canyons. Today, he's the avalanche safety program manager for the Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT). As skiers and riders wind their way up Little Cottonwood Canyon, one of the most avalanche-intensive sections of highway in the world, he's the one leading efforts to help keep us safe. Clark joined this episode of Last Chair from Snowbird to talk about innovative new technology that is helping to keep avalanche safety workers – and all of us on the highway – safe during winter storms.Many of us think about backcountry avalanche safety. Clark himself, when he was young, had the Utah Avalanche Center phone number posted on the family's home phone. But it's doubtful many of us think a lot about avalanches as we travel mountain highways every winter. We think about the plows that clear the roadway for us. But what's up above might be largely out of our minds as we wind up State Route 210 for eight miles towards Snowbird and Alta.In those eight miles from the mouth of Little Cottonwood Canyon up to Alta, there are 64 identified, named avalanche paths that can impact the highway. While the ski resorts all manage avalanche safety in their boundaries, it's up to UDOT to mitigate the danger on the highway. From howitzers to hand charges, UDOT avalanche safety teams work to keep all highways in the state safe for drivers and residents.For around 75 years military howitzers have played a pivotal role, lobbing shells across valleys to dislodge snowpack before it poses a danger to the highway. In 2007, UDOT began to look at alternatives to lobbing shells through the air. Today, howitzers are being phased out. As an example, in 2023 Alta retired its 105-mm cannon that had fired thousands of rounds of shells since being introduced in the 1950s by avalanche safety legend Monty Atwater.Replacing the howitzers is an array of remotely triggered devices installed on mountainside towers throughout the canyon. Towers from Wyssen Avalanche Control can be remotely activated to drop charges into the snow. Installations from GAZEX™ create a controlled explosion from which the concussive force triggers a slide. UDOT is using both systems, with new installations around Mount Superior will be in operation this season. There are now nearly 90 remotely-activated avalanche mitigation installations in the canyon between UDOT and the ski resorts. The new systems provide yet another level of public safety, eliminating the need to fire shells across the valley or to have avalanche safety workers conduct high-risk operations. In addition, UDOT employs a sophisticated array of avalanche sensors to analyze the snowpack and provide valuable feedback and updates.This episode of Last Chair provides some fascinating insights into the work done behind the scenes to keep us safe as we travel the Cottonwood Canyons to ski and ride. A well-known figure in the Utah snow safety community, Steven Clark is a great example of the dedication of the UDOT team that helps keep us safe.

This podcast hit paid subscribers' inboxes on Nov. 23. It dropped for free subscribers on Nov. 30. To receive future episodes as soon as they're live, and to support independent ski journalism, please consider an upgrade to a paid subscription. You can also subscribe to the free tier below:What is this?Every autumn, ski associations and most of the large pass coalitions host media events in New York City. They do this because a) NYC is the media capital of the world; b) the city is a lot of fun; and, c) sometimes mountain folks like something different too, just like us city folks (meaning me), like to get to the mountains as much as possible. But I spend all winter traveling the country in search of ski areas of all sizes and varieties. This is the one time of year skiing comes to me. And it's pretty cool.One of the associations that consistently hosts an NYC event is Ski Utah. This year, they set up at the Arlo Soho, a chic Manhattan hotel. Longtime President Nathan Rafferty asked if I would be interested in setting up an interview station, talking to resort reps, and stringing them together into a podcast. It was a terrific idea, so here you go.Who* Nathan Rafferty, President of Ski Utah* Sara Huey, Senior Manager of Communications at Park City Mountain Resort* Sarah Sherman, Communications Manager at Snowbird* Nick Como, VP of Marketing at Sundance* Rosie O'Grady, President and Innkeeper of Alta Lodge* Jessica Turner, PR Manager for Go Heber Valley* Taylor Hartman, Director of Marketing and Communications at Visit Ogden* Brooks Rowe, Brand Manager at Snowbasin* Riley Elliott, Communications Specialist at Deer Valley* Andria Huskinson, Communications and PR Manager at Solitude* Anna Loughridge, PR Manager for Visit Utah* Courtney Ryan, Communications Manager for Visit Park City* Ryan Mack, VP of Communications for Visit Salt LakeRecorded onOctober 3, 2024About Ski UtahMost large ski states have a statewide trade group that represents its ski areas' interests. One of the best of these is Ski Utah, which is armed with a large staff, a generous budget, and some pretty good freaking skiing to promote (Buckskin, Utah Olympic Park, and Wasatch Peaks Ranch are not members of Ski Utah):What we talked aboutSKI UTAHTopicsWhy NYC; the Olympics return to Utah; why the state is such a great place to host the games (besides, you know, the awesome skiing); where we could potentially see future ski area development in Utah; Pow Mow's shift toward public-private hybrid; Deer Valley's expansion and ongoing snowboard ban; and the proposed LCC Gondola – “Little Cottonwood Canyon is not a great place for rubber-wheeled vehicles.”On Utah skier visits and population growth over timeOn chairlifts planned in Utah over the next three yearsUtah is on a chairlift-building binge, with the majority slated for Deer Valley's massive expansion (11) and Powder Mountain (4 this year; 1 in 2025). But Snowbird (Wilbere quad), Park City (Sunrise Gondola), and Snowbasin (Becker high-speed quad) are also scheduled to install new machines this year or next. The private Wasatch Peaks Ranch will also add two lifts (a gondola and a high-speed quad) this year. And Sundance is likely to install what resort officials refer to as the “Flathead lift” some time within the next two years. The best place to track scheduled lift installations is Lift Blog's new lifts databases for 2024, 2025, and 2026.On expansion potential at Brian Head and Nordic ValleyUtah's two largest expansion opportunities are at Brian Head and Nordic Valley, both operated by Mountain Capital Partners. Here's Brian Head today:The masterplan could blow out the borders - the existing ski area is in the lower-right-hand corner:And here's Nordic Valley:And the masterplan, which could supersize the ski area to 3,000-ish acres. The small green blob represents part of the existing ski area, though this plan predates the six-pack installation in 2020:PARK CITY MOUNTAIN RESORTStats: 3,226 vertical feet | 7,300 skiable acres | 355 inches average annual snowfallTopicsSnowmaking upgrades; the forthcoming Sunrise Gondola on the Canyons side; why this gondola didn't face the opposition that Park City's last lift upgrades did; Olympic buzz in Park City; and which events PCMR could host in the 2034 Olympics.On the Great Lift Shutdown of 2022Long story short: Vail tried to upgrade two lifts in Park City a couple of years ago. Locals got mad. The lifts went to Whistler. Here's the longer version:More Park City Mountain ResortSNOWBIRDStats: 3,240 vertical feet | 2,500 skiable acres | 500 inches average annual snowfallTopicsThe new Wilbere lift; why Snowbird shifted the chairlift line; the upside of abandoning the old liftline; riding on top of the new tram; and more LCC gondola talk.On the new Wilbere lift alignmentHere's where the new Wilbere lift sits (right) in comparison to the old lift (left):On inter-lodgeIf you happen to be at the top of Little Cottonwood Canyon when avalanche danger spikes, you may be subject to something called “inter-lodge.” Which means you stay in whatever building you're in, with no option to leave. It's scary and thrilling all at once.Inter-lodge can last anywhere from under an hour to several days.On the LCC gondola and phase-in planAnother long story short: UDOT wants to build a gondola up Little Cottonwood Canyon. A lot of people would prefer to spend four hours driving seven miles to the ski areas. Here's a summary of UDOT's chosen configuration:As multiple lawsuits seeking to shut the project down work through the courts, UDOT has outlined a phased traffic-mitigation approach:More SnowbirdSUNDANCE Stats: 2,150 vertical feet | 450 skiable acres | 300 inches average annual snowfallTopicsThe importance of NYC to the wider skiing world; how the Wildwood terrain helped evolve Sundance; Epkon refugees headed south; parking improvements; options for the coming Flathead terrain expansion; and potential lift switcheroos. More SundanceSundance's new owners have been rapidly modernizing this once-dusty ski area, replacing most of the lifts, expanding terrain, and adding parking. I talked through the grand arc of these changes with the mountain's GM, Chad Linebaugh, a couple of years ago:ALTA LODGEAlta stats: 3,240 vertical feet | 2,500 skiable acres | 500 inches average annual snowfallTopics65 years of Levitt family ownership; Alta's five lodges; inter-lodge; how Alta has kept its old-school spirit even as it's modernized; and an upcoming women's ski event. On Alta's lift evolutionIt wasn't so long ago that Alta was known for its pokey lift fleet. As recently as the late ‘90s, the mountain was a chutes-and-ladders powder playground:Bit by bit, Alta consolidated and updated its antique lift fleet, beginning with the Sugarloaf high-speed quad in 2001. The two-stage Collins high-speed quad arrived three years later, replacing the legacy Collins double and Germania triple lines. The Supreme high-speed quad similarly displaced the old Supreme triple and Cecret double in 2017, and the Sunnyside sixer replaced the Albion double and Sunnyside high-speed triple in 2022. As of 2024, the only clunker left, aside from the short hotel lifts and the long transfer tow, is the Wildcat double.GO HEBER VALLEYTopicsWhy Heber Valley makes sense as a place to crash on a ski trip; walkable sections of Heber; ease of access to Deer Valley; and elevation.VISIT OGDENConsidering “untamed and untouched” Ogden as ski town; “it's like skiing in 2005”; Pow Mow, Snowbasin; accessing the mountains from Ogden; Pow Mow's partial privatization; art on the mountain; and Nordic Valley as locals' bump.  On Powder Mountain size claimsPow Mow has long claimed 8,000-ish acres of terrain, which would make it the largest ski area in the United States. I typically only count lift-served skiable acreage, however, bringing the mountain down to a more average-for-the-Wasatch 3,000-ish acres. A new lift in Wolf Canyon next year will add another 900 lift-served acres (shaded with stripes on the right-hand side below).On Nordic Valley's fire and the broken Apollo liftLast December, Nordic Valley's Apollo chairlift, a 1970 Hall double, fell over dead, isolating the mountain's glorious expansion from the base area. The next month, a fire chewed up the baselodge, a historic haybarn left over from the property's ranching days. Owner MCP renovated the chairlift over the summer, but Nordic will operate out of “temporary structures,” GM Pascal Begin told KSL.com in June, until they can build a new baselodge, which could be 2026 or '27.SNOWBASINStats: 3,015 vertical feet | 3,000 skiable acres | 300 inches average annual snowfallTopicsBreaking down the coming Becker lift upgrade; why Becker before Porcupine; last year's DeMoisy six-pack installation; where is everyone?; where to ski at Snowbasin; the 2034 Olympics plan; when will on-mountain lodging arrive?; and RFID.More SnowbasinDEER VALLEYStats: 3,040 vertical feet | 2,342 skiable acres | 300 inches average annual snowfallTopicsMassive expansion; avoiding Park City; and snowmaking in the Wasatch Back.On Expanded ExcellenceDeer Valley's expansion plans are insane. Here's a summary:More Deer ValleySOLITUDEStats: 2,030 vertical feet | 1,200 skiable acres | 500 inches average annual snowfallTopicsAlterra; Big versus Little Cottonwood Canyons; and Alta.More SolitudeVISIT UTAHTopicsWatching the state's population explode; the Olympics; comparing 2002 to 2034; RIP three percent beer; potential infrastructure upgrades to prepare for the Olympics; and SLC airport upgrades.VISIT PARK CITYTopicsPark City 101; Main Street; the National Ability Center; mining history everywhere; Deer Valley's trail names; Silver to Slopes at Park City; Deer Valley's East Village; public transit evolution; Park City Mountain Resort lift drama; paid parking; and why “you don't need a car” in Park City.On Silver to SlopesThe twice-daily guided ski tour of on-mountain mining relics that we discuss on the podcast is free. Details here.On Park City and Deer Valley's shared borderPark City Mountain Resort and Deer Valley share a border, but you are forbidden to cross it, on penalty of death.* Alta and Snowbird share a crossable border, as do Solitude and Brighton. All four have different operators. I'm not sure why PCMR and Deer Valley can't figure this one out.*This is not true.^^Though actually it might be true.VISIT SALT LAKETopicsThe easiest ski access in the world; why stay in SLC during a ski trip; walkable downtown; free transit; accessing the ski areas without a car; Olympic buzz; and Olympic events outside of the ski areas.What I got wrong* I said that former mayor Michael Bloomberg tried to bring the Olympics to NYC “around 2005 or 2006.” The city's bid was for the 2012 Summer Olympics (ultimately held in London). I also said that local opposition shut down the bid, but I confused that with the proposed stadium on what is now Manhattan's Hudson Yards development.* I said you had to drive through Park City to access Deer Valley, but the ski area has long maintained a small parking lot at the base of the Jordanelle Gondola off of US 40.The robots aren't readyEveryone keeps telling me that the robots will eat our souls, but every time I try to use them, they botch something that no human would ever miss. In this case, I tried using my editing program's AI to chop out the dead space and “ums,” and proceeded to lose bits of the conversation that in some cases confuse the narrative. So it sounds a little choppy in places. You can blame the robots. Or me for not re-doing the edit once I figured out what was happening.The Storm explores the world of lift-served skiing year-round. Join us.The Storm publishes year-round, and guarantees 100 articles per year. This is article 78/100 in 2024, and number 578 since launching on Oct. 13, 2019. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.stormskiing.com/subscribe

UDOT, NWS warn Jazz fans of icy roads ahead of game -- Thanksgiving Turkeys washing up on Great Salt Lake shores

Hosts: Marty Carpenter and Adam Gardiner  Sentencing delays coming in Trump’s ‘hush money’ case The Manhattan District Attorney has agreed to pause sentencing in Donald Trump’s ‘hush money’ case. The defense wants the judge to dismiss the case, but the prosecution wants to delay movement in the case until Mr. Trump is no longer president... in 2029. Inside Sources kicks off the show sharing in-depth updates on this interesting case.  Harris campaign spends more than $1 Billion in short campaign The Kamala Harris campaign is facing major criticisms today, as reports come out showing the campaign spent more than $1 Billion in their short 15-week-long campaign. How were they able to spend so much, yet still lose by so much? Hosts Adam Gardiner and Marty Carpenter have both worked on political campaigns and have lots of experience spending campaign money; they share their thoughts.  Utah’s Attorney General joins coalition of states against SEC regulation of cryptocurrency Utah Attorney General Sean Reyes is now leading a coalition of 18 states who don’t want the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to regulate the cryptocurrency industry. Amelia Powers Gardner, co-founder of the Utah Blockchain Coalition and Utah County Commissioner joins Inside Sources to talk about this new lawsuit. She also explains what blockchain and cryptocurrency mean for our less technologically inclined listeners.   Ukraine launches US-made longer-range missiles against Russia Soon after President Biden gave Ukraine permission to use American-made longer-range missiles against Russia, Ukraine launched an attack. Russia is now threatening a nuclear response against countries that aid Ukraine. Things are escalating quickly – should we be concerned? The hosts talk through the situation to calm listeners’ fears.  Democrat Natalie Pinkney declares victory in SLCo Council race For the first time in 22 years, a new council member has taken over Seat C on the Salt Lake County Council. Democrat Natalie Pinkney has defeated Republican candidate Rachelle Morris, making Pinkney the first Black woman elected to a county-wide seat in Utah. We talk about the race as a whole, what Pinkney wants to accomplish, and how she and Morris are going to work together.  Bureau of Land Management revokes UDOT’s right-of-way for Northern Corridor Utah leaders are speaking out against a BLM decision to revoke UDOT’s right-of-way for a new highway in Washington County called the Northern Corridor. What is this project, and why is it such a big deal for not just state leaders, but federal leaders too? Utah DNR Deputy Director Redge Johnson joins Inside Sources to educate Wasatch Front listeners on this important issue and what might happen next.  Gov. Cox’s ‘Disagree Better’ initiative heads to Virginia Utah Governor Spencer Cox was in Virginia today, speaking on a panel about disagreements in politics. He was joined by Democratic New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy. They each spoke about the current political environment and how we can have healthier discussions in that environment. We hear from both of them; the Inside Sources hosts share their reactions. 

Hosts: Marty Carpenter and Adam Gardiner  Utah leaders are speaking out against a BLM decision to revoke UDOT’s right-of-way for a new highway in Washington County called the Northern Corridor. What is this project, and why is it such a big deal for not just state leaders, but federal leaders too? Utah DNR Deputy Director Redge Johnson joins Inside Sources to educate Wasatch Front listeners on this important issue and what might happen next.

In this episode Aimee Colton and I talk about the Utah Department of Transportation's instragram page and the strategy behind it's incredibly funny and sometimes serious posts. From getting buy in to tracking key metrics, this is an episode you don't want to miss! About Aimee: As the social media manager for UDOT, Aimee has grown their social media accounts by tens of thousands of followers. Most notably, she launched and grew the UDOT TikTok account, amassing millions of likes and over 120,000 followers within a year of its creation, reaching and connecting with more Utahns and establishing UDOT as a leader worldwide. Prior to joining the Utah Department of Transportation, Aimee's dynamic career has seen her navigating the communications world of both government entities and national brands. Most recently, she managed the social media for the largest publicly traded company in Utah. Instagram: utahtransportation Aimee's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aimeecolton/

KSL's Top Story: UDOT is making some tough decisions on how many homes and businesses need to go... so the department can go through with plans to widen I-15.  KSL NewsRadio's Adam Small reports... 

The latest trails report with Mountain Trails Foundation, Yellow Lake Fire 20% contained as fire urgency increases, UDOT: 5 Heber bypass options no longer viable, Summit County Councilmember Canice Harte recaps Wednesday's meeting, Park City Council considers removal of Hillside Ave. home from historic list, Park City shares details on the Shot Ski and Halloween on Main events, Park City Film Executive Director Katy Wang has a preview of upcoming screenings, Summit County will not issue burn permits amid dry weather, Check smoke alarms during National Fire Prevention Week, and a PC MARC employee arrested for alleged child sex abuse.

Park City School District superintendent sole finalist for Colorado job, UDOT asphalt pavement materials engineer on new asphalt in Parleys Canyon, Midway weighs how to manage e-bikes after crash injures three teens, Labor Day Weekend full of local events, and Salt Lake Tribune Executive Editor Lauren Gustus talks top stories of the week.

Local leaders preview their Paris trip for the announcement of the 2034 Winter Games, longtime Park City-area landscapers fined $164K for storing equipment at home, Heber Bypass letter to UDOT still 'a work in progress,' Park City Fire District addresses fireworks ban and increased fire danger, endurance mountain bike race Park City Point 2 Point has a new director, and Summit County fire danger increased to ‘extreme' amid drift smoke advisory.

Gearing up for the fourth of July holiday, Dave speaks with Mitch Shaw from UDOT on top traffic concerns to be aware of over the next few days. Kevin Eubank, KSL Meteorologist joins the show to bring an  update on weather and fire risk ahead of the holiday weekend.

Wasatch County Republicans head to polls for Tuesday's primary election, Summit County Manager Shayne Scott discusses the agenda for Wednesday's county council meeting, Summit County fire warden Bryce Boyer updates fire restrictions in the county, Park City Mountain and Deer Valley appeal Summit County property taxes, contested Prince Treasure Hill home returns to Park City Planning Commission, Wendy Fisher discusses Bonanza Flat and Wasatch County open space issues, UDOT update on major construction projects in Summit County, Studio Crossing mixed-use development under construction, new nonprofit Be-Equal on upcoming concert fundraiser at Park City Film studio, and Xfinity internet outage affects thousands in Park City and Salt Lake City.

  What in the world is a vertiport? Paul Damron, UDOT's Advanced Air Mobility Manager, joins the show to explain how it will work, how much it will cost, and why it's safe. 

The Utah Department of Transportation is conducting a LIVE demonstration this afternoon... showing how aircraft can take off and land on a temporary vertiport.  Joining me live is Matthew Maass, UDOT's director of Aeronautics. 

May 20th, 2024

USGS Migration Route Data. Notice Interstate Locations and Migration Barriers. We hear all the time about urban sprawl affecting mule deer populations. I think the average hunter, (me included) usually only thinks about habitat destruction directly related to communities, homes, and businesses. We don't even consider the road system that link all of these communities together and the impact roadways have on wildlife, especially mule deer.  Of course when we do think about roads and wildlife, the first thing that comes to mind is wildlife-auto collisions, but it is much more complex than that. In fact those collisions we see are a drop in the bucket when we compare it to the loss of historic migration routes, and loss of access to habitat that comes with migration. Change has been everywhere you look nearly over the past half a century. It wasn't until 1956, that the Interstate Highway System was dreamed up under the Eisenhower administration. The speed limit on the highway during the 70's, 80's, and early 90's was 55 MPH, of course now, we would all lose our minds if we had to drive that slow. The big question- How has this complex system of multi-lane highways, changes in speed limits, and road noise affected the wildlife in the State of Utah, and around the west, particularly the mule deer herds? Here to address some of those questions, and many more is Matt Howard, the Utah Department of Transportations Natural Resource Manager. Matt is a biologist by definition, and a guy that studies "Road Ecology", which is a fairly new science. He explains what the State of Utah is doing to help reduce wildlife fatalities, improve migration corridors, and mitigate wildlife and automobile collisions. Constructing "Main Street of America" Route 66 To learn more on Utah Migrations- www.wildlifemigration.utah.gov The rest of the United States (besides Montana for some reason) www.westernmigrations.net If you enjoyed this episode and want to learn more about different episodes, you can check here for detailed show notes and overviews. Rokcast Podcast Another great Rokcast on Migration Routes. ROKCAST MIGRATION 

May 8th, 2024

This week, we dive into the realm of unhealthy breakfast choices. St. George gears up for the arrival of cutting-edge automatic license plate readers, while UDOT unveils a hefty list of over 200 construction projects slated for the summer. And don't miss our exploration of the most popular Kirkland items by state! This episode is made possible by The Pearl On Main. https://thepearlonmain.com/ Contact: Voicemail/Text: 385-988-0042 Website: http://www.theweeklyinsalt.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_weekly_insalt TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theweeklyinsalt

Thousands of pounds of toxic waste saved from landfills on free hazardous waste collection day, Park City Winter Sports School Head of School Tess Miner-Farra has details about the opening of the school last week, UDOT resumes I-80 restriping this summer, plans new wildlife crossings, Families invited to annual Día de los Niños event in Heber, Utah Republicans, Democrats conventions set the tone for June primary, November general election, Heber Valley strategizes how to welcome international tourists, Timpanogos Valley Theatre opened "The Nerd," a comedy by Larry Shue. Director has details, Musician Josh Kelley and Actor Scott Wolf are joined by board members with Friends of Summit County Search and Rescue Michelle Eastman and Bret Mickelson who have details on the upcoming fundraiser.

On today's top 5:  UDOT Denied Safe Crossing for Animals in Park City Without Explanation  Moab's Nearly Forgotten Isolation Camp of Japanese Americans Coachella Fomo?  Where Do You Get Delicious Birria in Town?  This Weekend Will Bring Spring Weather Check out Utah Stories top five Utah headlines weekly podcast. We navigate through all of the clutter and spin and bring you the most informative, substantial and pressing matters that impact the quality of life in Utah. Visit UtahStories.com to watch the entire podcast or download from iTunes Spotify SoundCloud.

Hey everyone! Welcome back to another week of news here on Summit in Six! Winter storms churned through the Wasatch this past week. For those powder-hounds out there we hope you're getting some great skiing and riding in! In today's episode, we are going to cover the latest info from UDOT on the Kimball Junction … Continue reading March 8, 2024 – Kimball Junction Interchange Project, Board of Health appointments, primary elections info →

UDOT is beginning a new construction project today... focused on making several improvements to US-6  

This could be  the best news Utah drivers will get this year... BIG changes are coming to traffic signals as UDOT plans to extend greenlights in Lehi. Dave and Debbie speak with Wyatt Wooley, UDOT's Communication Manager for Region 3 about the impact longer greenlights will have on this area during the morning commute.

Today's Top 5 is: Bus drivers, administrators ask UDOT for help with highway speeds in Cache County. Tattoo artists and hockey fans unite for special game to help battle cancer.  Clearfield park gets new playground designed by 11-year-old girl.  Utah Passes A New Bill To Define Personhood Amid Environmentalist Pushback.  Sanctioned Homeless campground proves a success, but will need to move in one month or less.  Visit UtahStories.com for more and to subscribe to our free digital newsletter. There you can also support our journalism by subscribing to our print magazine for $3 per month. Follow us on: Instagram @UtahStories Twitter @UtahStories

On the second episode of our Salt Lake City series, we look into the Little Cottonwood Canyon proposed Gondola. Join us as we interview Julia Geisler, the executive director of the Salt Lake Climber's Alliance, on her organization's opposition to the UDOT project. 

Do you remember a time when Utah had fun freeway signs but now the federal government wants to ban these fun signs across the nation. UDOT stopped displaying jokes on its electronic signs in 2022-- John Gleason with UDOT told the Deseret News - they decided to take a break to shift their focused on other ways to promote safe driving -- like installing detection and warning systems for wrong way drivers on Utah roads. Dave and Debbie discuss the fun signs and the federal government's decision to get rid of them across the country.

KSL's Top Story: Two of the best-known women in Utah politics have endorsed Nikki Haley for President.

25 crashes due to icy roads -- streets are slippery and slow moving... our below-freezing forecast won't help them thaw out. If the temperature gets below a certain mark -- it's too cold -- we don't have a magic solution that melts off layers of ice. Dave and Debbie speak with Andy Farnsworth in the KSL Traffic Center to check the latest on the road. KSL Meteorologist Matt Johnson joins the show to discuss the forecast of cold temperatures that are on the horizon. John Gleason with UDOT joins the show to discuss the work snow plow drivers have to put in to do their best at keeping up with the snow and ice as Utah faces freezing temperatures. 

The West Davis Corridor is opening next week... well ahead of schedule. 

It is my privilege to introduce Amy Shumway whose dedication to public service has not only transformed her local community but serves as an inspiration to all who value perseverance and community engagement. Amy Shumway, a proud resident of Farmington, embodies the spirit of civic responsibility and positive change. Amy's journey into public service began with a simple desire – the wish to enhance the trails in her hometown of Layton. This passion for outdoor spaces and community connectivity took root during her time in Germany, where she and her family fell in love with biking through the picturesque countryside. It was during this time that the seeds of advocacy were planted, and they would eventually blossom into a commitment to making a tangible difference in her community. Married to her supportive husband and a devoted mother to five boys, Amy's dedication to public service is deeply intertwined with her love for her family. A decade ago, she embarked on a mission to advocate for pedestrian access over Park Lane, with the goal of creating a leisurely path to Station Park, less than a mile away from her home. Her journey began by rallying her neighbors and community, collecting signatures, and presenting the need to various governmental bodies, from the city to Davis County, UDOT, WFRC, and even the legislature. Amy's commitment to her cause went beyond words; she engaged her community by involving her family in a heartwarming initiative. Selling 1,000 loaves of homemade bread, with a dollar from each sale earmarked for the project, she not only raised funds but also garnered the support of local businesses that matched those contributions. Her approach was a testament to her understanding that change requires both collaboration and grassroots efforts. Through it all, Amy's key to success has been a combination of patience and persistence. Her unwavering dedication to the cause has paid off, as the pedestrian crossing project is now funded and set for construction in 2024. Amy's vision wasn't just for her own family but for all residents of Farmington, showcasing a selflessness that is truly commendable. As we stand on the brink of seeing her vision come to life, Amy eagerly anticipates the upcoming construction for the Pedestrian Crossing. This moment is not just the culmination of 10 years of hard work; it is a testament to the power of one individual's dedication to making a positive impact on her community.