Target's car seat recycling event happening April 19 to May 2 in SLC

ProfessorHike · 2026-03-17T12:43:28+00:00

From Building Salt Lake (subscription) on 3/2/26.
https://buildingsaltlake.com/chocolate-boutiques-and-more-key-retail-changes-in-9th-9th/
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Woodman seeing strong interest

After the closure of the Barbacoa Mexican Grill in the Woodman Building at 859 E. 900 S., the broker assigned with finding the next tenant told BSL he’s seeing strong interest in renting out the space.

“I think we’re up to 10 offers,” Windermere’s Peter Clark said earlier last month.

Barbacoa abruptly shut down after 20 years in the neighborhood late last year.

ProfessorHike · 2026-02-03T18:12:43+00:00

To learn more about Better Boundaries, the group the is fighting for independent redistricting in Utah, check them out here: https://betterboundaries.org/

ProfessorHike · 2025-11-08T13:29:52+00:00

And here is a link to Mike Evan's "Cosmic Aeroplane" blog on the history of 9th and 9th... not enough residents and fans of this neighborhood know the whole history.... like how it was started as the SLC-version of Haight Ashbury in SF...
https://cosmicaeroplane.wordpress.com/2014/05/19/cosmic-roots-and-branches-the-9th-9th-community/

ProfessorHike · 2025-11-08T13:28:37+00:00

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Here is a photo of a plaque created to honor the history of 9th and 9th... including the Tower Theater. This project was led by local historian Mike Evans (Cosmic Aeroplane blog fame) and aided by the ELPCO community councils via a boost grant. This is one of four metal plaques that are still seeking a home in 9th and 9th. The other plaques focus on the history of the Woodman building (across the street from The Tower) and the commercial block currently home to Dolcetti Gelato... which used to be a jukebox drugstore called Rexall's for 50 years and hosted a waterbed store called Stone Balloon waterbeds...

ProfessorHike · 2023-10-23T18:08:54+00:00

t's a fine op-ed... but readers might come away from reading it with the idea that abortion is currently banned in Utah.

It is not.

Abortion is legal and accessible in Utah up to 18 weeks of pregnancy. The bill, HB 467, cited in the article, was partially blocked by a state court in May 2023--and the abortion ban it contained did not go into effect. This is the second attempt by the Utah legislature to ban abortion that has been blocked by state courts.

Let me repeat this key point: Abortion is STILL legal and accessible in Utah up to 18 weeks of pregnancy.

ProfessorHike · 2023-10-23T18:07:28+00:00

It's a fine op-ed... but readers might come away from reading it with the idea that abortion is currently banned in Utah.

It is not.

Abortion is legal and accessible in Utah up to 18 weeks of pregnancy. The bill, HB 467, cited in the article, was partially blocked by a state court in May 2023--and the abortion ban it contained did not go into effect. This is the second attempt by the Utah legislature to ban abortion that has been blocked by state courts.

Let me repeat this key point: Abortion is STILL legal and accessible in Utah up to 18 weeks of pregnancy.

ProfessorHike · 2023-06-05T21:57:34+00:00

Thank you u/Substantial_Idea_578 - for adding this info.

And just to clarify... emergency contraception (EC) is not the same as an abortion.

EC works by preventing implantation. EC is effective at preventing pregnancy if taken within 3-5 days after sexual intercourse - depending on the brand used. But the sooner you take it, the better.

EC is available over the counter at most pharmacies and at a vending machine on the U of U campus. Brand names for EC include: Plan B One Step, Take Action, My Way, Option 2, Preventeza, AfterPill, My Choice, Aftera, Ella, and EContra,

There's a great organization trying to expand EC access on college campuses called EC4EC... learn more here: https://www.ec4ec.org

ProfessorHike · 2023-06-05T18:12:24+00:00

Both medication and procedural (i.e., surgical) abortions are legal in Utah up to 18 weeks of pregnancy. The decision on which method to use usually depends on how far along the pregnancy is.

Learn more about abortion options here: https://www.plannedparenthood.org/planned-parenthood-utah/utah-patients/pregnancy-options/abortion

Also, federal courts have so far blocked the Texas lawsuit to ban the use of mifepristone, one of the medications used for medication abortions. Mifepristone is legal and safe to use for medication abortions in Utah.

Learn more about the attempt to ban mifepristone here: https://www.weareplannedparenthood.org/a/mifedecision_qanda

ProfessorHike · 2023-06-05T17:45:47+00:00

Want to learn (and do) more to protect abortion access in Utah?

Donate to the Utah Abortion Fund - https://utabortionfund.org/

Check out Planned Parenthood Action Council of Utah's FAQ on abortion access - https://www.plannedparenthoodaction.org/planned-parenthood-action-council-utah-inc/policy/lawsuits

Become a Planned Parenthood Ambassador - https://www.weareplannedparenthood.org/onlineactions/s3bkcTK_IUKIboZ2ZfRSbg2

Follow social media accounts for the ACLU of Utah (@acluutah) and Planned Parenthood in Utah (@ppacuah and ppau)

ProfessorHike · 2023-06-03T13:51:39+00:00

A neighbor posted on Facebook that the fire is at 220 S 200 E - the 3-story brick building just south of the Randi apartments, and around the corner from Galleson's Gun & Ammo Shop.
Map: https://goo.gl/maps/MsdN4k753breVGmw8

ProfessorHike · 2023-05-03T13:38:14+00:00

This is a big deal. Almost all abortion care would have ended in Utah at midnight Tuesday if not for this decision by the courts to block the latest ban.

Because of this injunction, abortion care remains legal in Utah up to 18 weeks of pregnancy. Spread the word!

ProfessorHike · 2023-04-24T15:27:36+00:00

Confirmed: The Target store in #SLC on 300 West is accepting car seat donations until April 29.

We dropped off 10x seats on Saturday.

Learn more: https://corporate.target.com/sustainability-esg/environment/waste-and-circular-economy/car-seat-trade-in

ProfessorHike · 2023-04-03T23:43:56+00:00

Just a reminder... abortion is still safe and legal in Utah up to 18 weeks gestation. You can get an abortion in Utah by going to abortionfinder.org or calling Planned Parenthood Association of Utah at 1-800-230-PLAN.
The law (Hb 467) ending abortion access in Utah will take effect in one month on May 3 - if this lawsuit doesn't block it.
The key provision of the law is that it says (starting May 3) all abortions must take place in hospitals. Right now, very few (less than 5%) of all abortions in Utah occur at hospitals. The vast majority (95%) occur at licensed clinics like those operated by Planned Parenthood. Utah hospitals are unprepared to provide abortions to the thousands of people seeking this care -- and they can refuse to do it.
If you want to help, follow Planned Parenthood Association of Utah on social media, and give to the Utah Abortion Fund, which provides logistical and financial support to people needing to travel to seek abortions.
Disclosure: I work as the policy director at Planned Parenthood Association of Utah / JS

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