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Utah LGBTQ+ Visibility: Moab City Council approved a Pride Month proclamation and pushed back on Gov. Spencer Cox’s “Fidelity Month” framing, with leaders citing Stonewall and the city’s commitment to LGBTQ+ history and civil rights. Local Elections & Representation: More than 80 Utah women leaders signed an open letter questioning Utah County Clerk Aaron Davidson’s hire of a young College Republicans political director as deputy election clerk, citing past comments about women and voting. Health & Food Culture: “Dirty soda” is spreading nationwide from Utah roots, but doctors warn it’s basically dessert-in-a-cup—often 55–70 grams of sugar per serving—driving blood-sugar spikes and chronic disease risk. Community Care: Carbon Medical Services highlighted its rural, sliding-fee model—primary care, behavioral health, peer support, MOUD treatment, and obstetric services—aimed at improving recovery and access in Carbon County. Wildfire Watch: A lightning-caused Rock Canyon Fire in northwest Arizona and Utah’s Sawmill Fire in Iron County are both drawing attention, with evacuations and rapid-response firefighting underway. Courtroom Ripple Effects: A federal judge limited Idaho’s enforcement of a transgender bathroom law, allowing single-stall access by gender identity while restricting other parts pending litigation. Utah Arts & Craft: Southern Utah artist Renee Worthen is turning castoffs into custom furniture and décor, blending steampunk, Gothic, and Western flair from reclaimed materials. Housing Notice: The Housing Authority of Carbon-Emery County will open its Section 8 voucher waiting list July 1, with applications accepted online and in person. Utah Sports & Community: Belgian Waffle Ride Utah crowned Torbjørn Andre Røed and Cécile Lejeune as winners in their categories, with dramatic finishes in the heat.

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