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Tower Theatre renovation update reveals future plans for SLC landmark

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SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) — Salt Lake Film Society gave the community a closer look at the future of the historic Tower Theatre as renovations continue on the nearly century-old landmark. The nonprofit hosted Tower Theatre: Next 100 Years Project Update today at the theater in Salt Lake City's 9th & 9th neighborhood.

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