SLUG Contributor Limelight
August 2, 2023
Contributor Limelight: Alexie Zollinger
Alexie Zollinger came on as a Contributing Writer in May of 2022. Alexie’s passion for the SLC community and her facts-first approach to journalism has allowed her voice to shine in articles on skate competitions, local art, addiction recovery advocacy and indoor BMX riding. We can’t wait to see where Alexie’s SLUG career takes her next! Read her feature on DIY Festival Kid Row artisan Amrita Honey.
Articles by contributor
Neon Rodeo: The “Living, Breathing Prototype” at the Center of...
Neon Rodeo Creative Conference draws people of creative backgrounds together for a day full of insightful conversation surrounding innovation. … read more
Neptune Skating: Bringing Back The ’90s and Making Room for...
Neptune Skating aims to revitalize indoor skate rinks by bringing the rink’s design back to the “best era” in skating—the ‘90s, according to owner Kris Operhal. … read more
Fit to Recover: A Community for Lasting Change
Fit to Recover is making lasting sobriety a reality for those in recovery by providing a place for people to get vulnerable, get creative or break a sweat. … read more
Best Friends’ Pet Food Pantry Providing Aid for Pet Parents
The Best Friends pet food pantry began in 2014 at their Lifesaving Center and is another program working toward making Utah a “no-kill” animal state. … read more
Beehive Battle: A Skateboarding Showcase Fundraiser to Empower Youth
The non-profit organization Pushing Ahead, which helps put skateboards in the hands of young skaters, is the brainchild of David Edminster and Derek Robison. … read more
Seaside Creations by Sydney: Craft Lake City Kid Row Artisans
Seaside Creations supports Sydney’s many passions, such as pageantry and acting, but the most rewarding part for her is seeing people love her creations. … read more
Bookin’ Progress: Craft Lake City Kid Row Artisans
Sisters Irie and Maisie create homemade sketchbooks from their drawings, finding inspiration in their favorite things like koalas, Kauai and their family dog. … read more
Sage Venna’s Journey in Creating
Sage Venna takes in spaces and considers how to fill them with her art, exploring worlds filled with sci-fi aliens and creatures from the deep. … read more