Author: Kevin Thompson

Ogden, UT – A bill currently making its way through the Utah State Legislature could pave the way for a major redesign of the Salt Palace Convention Center in downtown Salt Lake City. Senate Bill 306, introduced by Sen. Dan McCay, R-Riverton, aims to allocate transportation funds to support a re-imagined Salt Palace, as part of a broader vision to transform the downtown area into a hub for sports, arts, and entertainment. The proposal is a key component of the Smith Entertainment Group’s (SEG) plans for the region. SEG, the parent company of the Utah Jazz and Utah Hockey Club,…

Ogden, Utah — A new bill introduced in the Utah State Legislature is causing concern for the Weber Housing Authority, as it seeks to advance its project aimed at permanently housing individuals who are chronically homeless and disabled. The project, located in a former assisted living facility in Ogden, has encountered delays, raising questions about the future of affordable housing initiatives in the area. In 2022, the Weber Housing Authority acquired the building that once housed Aspen Assisted Living with plans to repurpose it for housing those in need. However, the project has run into a roadblock after the housing…