Mount Aire News Today

The first orange glint of dawn reflected off the snow-capped peak of Mount Aire as we crested Parley’s Summit, heading for the Salt Lake City International Airport. The temperature gauge on our VW Tiguan read a crisp 5 degrees under clear skies. But no skiing for me today!

Looking to enjoy a little outdoor time to cure cabin fever? Here are six spring hikes near Salt Lake City perfect for fresh air and views.

Just off I-80 in Parleys Canyon hidden past a gate, a road winds away from the roar of traffic and into the tranquil babble of a canyon creek.

The Utah Division of Oil, Gas and Mining, approved Granite Construction’s request to operate a mine in Parleys Canyon. The Salt Lake County Council passed a law banning mining in the area.

The fight over mining in Parleys Canyon took another twist Monday with the approval of a 20-acre mining operation in the canyon.

A national company was selected to run a controversial mining plan in Parleys Canyon. As it pushes forward with the project plan, it may run into new regulation hurdles.

A plan to mine Parleys Canyon has drawn concern from residents and officials in Salt Lake City, who say they feel out of the loop about the project.

I rediscovered the simple pleasures of going for a run. A widespread side effect of coronavirus is a running renaissance in Utah. Are you ready to join?