Power to the People, Always

  • October 28, 2025
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Tuesday, Oct. 28: Rocky Mountain Power customers set to rally against what they say are expensive fossil fuel plans. Community groups are stepping up as the Nov. 1 federal benefits cutoff approaches. Plus, the general election is one week away. League of Women Voters of Utah with an update on people power at the ballot box.

Get More Local, More Vocal with Tonight's Guests, Organizations & Community Events

Rallies & Resources Spotlight (full list here

  • Oct. 29: Stop the Frankenstein Plan: Rally for Utah's Energy Future | 4-6:30 PM @ Utah Public Service Commission hearing, Heber Wells Building, 160 E 300 S, SLC. Sierra Club's Luis Miranda, Dr. Frankenstein and Mr. Monopoly explain. At 4 PM, gather in front of the Heber Wells Building and later in the hearing to call on the PSC to reject Rocky Mountain Power’s energy plan.

  • Oct. 31: Halloween Protest and Costume | 4:30 PM @ Wallace F. Bennett Federal Building, 125 S State St, SLC. Event by Crossroads Urban Center and Utahns Against Hunger: "If Congress does not pass a budget before midnight, on Halloween, 85,000 households in Utah will be at risk of missing their SNAP benefits for November. If this frightens you, then dress like a scary member of Congress and join us. If you don't have a costume, just show up as a concerned citizen. We will have a Zombie Face Paint station for those interested."

Federal Shutdown Options Should Congress Fail to Act

With the federal benefits cliff fast approaching due to the federal government shutdown, RadioACTive shines a light on local resources with Patrick McIntyre of United Way of Salt Lake and Bill Tibbitts of Crossroads Urban Center.

  • DONATE: "Support the United Way 211 Emergency Relief Fund to help ensure the basic needs of Utahns are still met as the shutdown continues. A donation to the United Way of your choice will be used at their discretion to bolster local organizations supporting families affected by the funding lapse, and provide essential resources and support through the 211 Navigation Center."

  • Crossroads Urban Center Food Pantries: Locations at 347 S 400 E, SLC, and 1358 W Indiana Ave, SLC. To give or get help, click here. 

Make a Plan to Vote

November 4 is Election Day. If you need a plan to vote, RadioACTive gets tips from Kathy Biele of the League of Women Voters of Utah and Malcolm Reid, a named plaintiff in the fair redistricting fight with state lawmakers. 

  • Vote 411: This is an online voter guide from the League of Women Voters. Learn about candidates, ballot measures, check your registration and find polling places. 

  • Oct. 29: Virtual Civic Advocacy Workshop | 6-7:30 PM online. Join League member Carole Straughn as she presents a proven approach to writing impactful letters to legislators, with an emphasis on the Great Salt Lake. Join the webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89318908639.

How You Like Us Now?

Share your thoughts, suggestions and observations by calling the RadioACTive hotline: ‪(385) 800-1889. Or, send a voice memo to radioactive@krcl.org. Tell us your name and neighborhood, and leave a short message that may air on the show. 

Tonight's RadioACTive Team

Guests' views, thoughts, or opinions are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the board, staff, or members of Community Radio of Utah, KRCL 90.9 FM. Tonight's RadioACTive team included:

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