Backburner: Big South opens in Sugar House; Maven Potluck + Recipe Exchange; Spirits Around Town
Utah dining news from Oct. 22 – 29
Stefene Russell
Big South Opens in Sugar House
For the past two years, Damio Huddleston of Big South has served up Southern and soul food from his truck, usually from a parking spot in South Salt Lake, though the truck has traveled as far as Ogden.
via City WeeklySouth Salt LakeOctober 21, 2026
Vernal City Council Scheduled for Regular Meeting Oct. 21
The Vernal City Council is scheduled to hold a regular meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026. The meeting will take place at 6:00 p.m. in the Vernal City Council Chambers.
VernalOctober 21, 2026
USU Program Generates $1.814M in Revenue for Rural Utah Businesses
Utah State University's CREDET program has generated $1.814 million in new revenue for businesses through its E-Commerce Accelerator and placed 776 individuals into jobs via remote work certification. The initiative aims to strengthen rural Utah by expanding access to emerging technologies and sustainable growth.
StatewideOctober 21, 2026
Eagle Mountain Youth Council to Host Teen Trunk or Treat Oct. 22
The Eagle Mountain City Youth Council will host a free Teen Trunk or Treat on Oct. 22. The event is scheduled to take place from 6:30 to 8:30 PM at 2441 E. Cedar Drive.
Eagle MountainOctober 21, 2026
A mass march, a burning city hall and a country on edge
French authorities estimated about 550,000 people took part Saturday, and officials said about 3,000 businesses were damaged or looted. Nearly 1,000 police officers were injured during the unrest, arson nearly destroyed Limoges' historic city hall and student protesters blocked the Louvre's entrance Monday, delaying its opening.
via Deseret NewsStatewideOctober 21, 2026
Ivins Planning Commission to Hold Hearing on Home-Based Business Amendments
The Ivins Planning Commission will host a public hearing on Nov. 17, 2026, to discuss proposed amendments regarding home-based businesses and business licensing. The meeting is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. at Ivins City Hall.
IvinsOctober 21, 2026