Rockworth Cos. is developing the property near Salt Lake City.
PGIM recently provided a a $75 million fixed-rate loan refinancing a Miami-area property owned by AEW Capital Management and ZOM Living. Image courtesy of PGIM Real Estate
Rockworth Cos., a Holladay, Utah-based real estate investment company, has secured an $18.5 million mezzanine loan from PGIM Real Estate for a mixed-use property in Layton, Utah, which will have 252 multifamily units.
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Located 24 miles north of downtown Salt Lake City, the 6.3-acre site will include a newly constructed apartment complex and two commercial buildings with more than 30,000 square feet of retail and office space. The commercial buildings will have a total of 15,130 square feet of retail on the ground floor and a total of 15,000 square feet on the second floors.
Layton Apartments will be located adjacent to the new Intermountain Layton Hospital, off of Interstate 15, according to Rockworth’s website. The developer notes that the project will also offer excellent proximity to Hill Air Force Base in Ogden, Utah, as well as to downtown Salt Lake City. Designed by AE Urbia Architects and Engineers of South Jordan, Utah, the residential portion of the project will have Class A amenities including a clubhouse with a game room, fitness center, pickleball courts, fire pits and community gathering areas.
In July 2021, Rockworth received a $29 million construction loan from PCCP to develop a 108-unit multifamily project in Salt Lake City called TwentyOnes. Situated on a 2.5-acre site, that project included 20,500 square feet of ground floor retail space. About a year later, Rockworth sold North Union, a 223-unit multifamily property in the Salt Lake City suburb of Midvale, Utah, to Keller Investments.
PGIM lending strategy
PGIM Real Estate, the $210 billion real estate investment and financing business of PGIM, did not provide details about the Layton loan in its statement on the financing. However, Daniel Kattan, executive director at PGIM Real Estate, who led the financing on the firm’s behalf, said in prepared remarks, that the firm continues to see significant upside in providing mezzanine loans and preferred equity investments. Noting that the lending strategy provides the opportunity to invest at relatively moderate leverage levels and based upon current property valuations, Kattan said that in today’s market, the lending strategy can provide a reliable and stable option for developers like Rockworth, who require innovation solutions to maintain and expand their diverse portfolio.
The UNLV Runnin’ Rebels men’s basketball team has now won two straight games, including their first road win in Mountain West Conference play over the San Jose State Spartans in their most recent victory. They left the Provident Credit Union Event with a 76 – 62 victory. UNLV is now sitting at 4 – 2 in the Mountain West and 9 – 8 overall on the season. Rebels’ head coach Josh Pastner spoke about the win after the game.
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“Really proud of our guys,” Pastner said. “Really great win. Winning is hard. Winning on the road is especially hard. I told our guys for the last 48 hours, to win this game you’ve got to be so defiant to compete for every inch and you can’t give an inch, that’s what it comes down to. We found a way to really have a high level of compete. I was extremely proud of our young men for growing into the grit and toughness that we talked about, and the competitive fire and competitive excellence.”
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However, things are only going to get tougher from here. Next up for UNLV, they go on the road to play the Utah State Aggies on Tuesday night. The Aggies are coming off their first conference loss of the season on the road to the Grand Canyon Lopes by a score of 84 – 74, but still sit in second place in the Mountain West at 6 – 1. They also have the best overall record of any team in the conference at 15 – 2. Going into San Jose to get a road win is one thing; going into Logan is a whole other animal.
How To Watch
What: UNLV Runnin’ Rebels @ Utah State Aggies
When: Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Time: 11:00 PM EST
Where: Dee Glen Smith Spectrum, Logan, Utah
TV: FS1
Live Stream: FOX One
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Players To Watch
Howie Fleming Jr, UNLV Runnin’ Rebels – Fleming was the Rebels’ top player in the road win over the San Jose State Spartans. The senior guard led the team with 21 points, shooting 6 – 11 from the field, 3 – 6 from beyond the three-point line, and 6 – 6 from the free-throw line. He also pulled down three rebounds and dished out a team-high eight assists.
MJ Collins Jr, Utah State Aggies – Collins is the leading scorer on the Aggies. The senior guard is averaging 19.6 points per game, while shooting a team-best 54.9% from the field. If the Rebels are going to pull off the upset on the road, they are going to have to figure out a way to slow him down.
Tennessee Joins New Jersey, Utah, Hawaii, Colorado, West Virginia and Others in a Skyrocketing Record Tourism Boom Across the US After Twelve Successive Months Last Year: Everything You Need to Know – Travel And Tour World
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January 18, 2026
In 2025, Tennessee experienced a remarkable surge in tourism, joining the ranks of states like New Jersey, Utah, Hawaii, Colorado, West Virginia, and many others, all of which have witnessed a skyrocketing record boom in tourist arrivals. This growth comes after twelve successive months of impressive increases in tourism across the United States. Tennessee, in particular, saw a substantial 28.97% rise in tourist arrivals, solidifying its place among the leading destinations. The trend of rising tourism is not just limited to one region but spans across the nation, highlighting a broader shift toward travel recovery and increased interest in cultural and recreational experiences. With states like Utah also experiencing impressive growth, and West Virginia seeing a staggering increase, the country as a whole is enjoying a renaissance in tourism, proving that the travel industry is flourishing after a prolonged period of challenges. Whether it’s Tennessee’s fall and winter peaks or Colorado’s year-round appeal, these states are all benefiting from a tourism boom that reflects both shifting traveler preferences and an overall resurgence in national travel.
Tennessee: A Southern Surge in Tourism
Tennessee’s tourist arrival data showed substantial growth in 2025, with an overall increase of 28.97%, according to CBP.gov. The months of November and December saw significant increases, with November seeing a remarkable 62.37% increase, and December following closely with a 36.36% boost. The growth trends were consistent throughout the year, particularly in the early months. February experienced a growth of 17.86%, while March and April had increases of 16.67% and 21.43%, respectively. However, the year wasn’t without its challenges; the data for July showed a decline of 23.5%. Still, the state’s overall tourism performance was strong, particularly in the second half of the year, with a notable increase in August (30.09%) and September (32.38%). CBP.gov reveals that Tennessee’s tourism industry is thriving, with seasonal peaks during the fall and winter months, further solidifying its reputation as a sought-after destination for cultural and recreational experiences.
Month
2024
2025
YOY Change (%)
JAN
8.5K
9.6K
+12.94%
FEB
8.4K
9.9K
+17.86%
MAR
13.2K
15.4K
+16.67%
APR
12.6K
15.3K
+21.43%
MAY
12.2K
17.3K
+41.80%
JUN
16.9K
19.9K
+17.75%
JUL
16.5K
20.6K
+24.85%
AUG
11.3K
14.7K
+30.09%
SEP
10.5K
13.9K
+32.38%
OCT
11.8K
16.7K
+41.53%
NOV
9.3K
15.1K
+62.37%
DEC
11.0K
15.0K
+36.36%
TOTAL
142.2K
183.4K
+28.97%
Utah: A Rocky Rise in Tourism
Utah saw a steady increase in tourist arrivals from 2024 to 2025, with the state experiencing an overall growth of 10.76%, as reported by CBP.gov. January to March 2025 saw a significant rise, particularly in January, where a 7.34% growth was observed, though there was a slight dip in March (0.53%). The state witnessed a surge in tourism during the summer months, particularly June and July, with June seeing a notable 16.06% increase. August and September also saw promising growth, with year-over-year changes of 14.61% and 14.77%, respectively. Utah’s performance in December 2025 saw a remarkable 22.92% increase in arrivals, signaling a strong finish to the year. According to CBP.gov, the data also suggests that Utah is becoming an increasingly attractive destination, with specific months like summer and fall offering unique travel opportunities. The state’s growth patterns show a diverse tourist appeal, and these trends indicate that visitors are drawn to the region’s natural wonders and outdoor activities, which are key to its expanding tourism industry.
Month
2024
2025
YOY Change (%)
JAN
47.7K
51.2K
+7.34%
FEB
42.7K
45.7K
+7.03%
MAR
56.3K
56.0K
-0.53%
APR
50.8K
53.8K
+5.91%
MAY
49.4K
51.5K
+4.25%
JUN
49.2K
57.1K
+16.06%
JUL
55.1K
59.2K
+7.44%
AUG
47.9K
54.9K
+14.61%
SEP
41.3K
47.4K
+14.77%
OCT
43.3K
50.4K
+16.40%
NOV
36.3K
42.9K
+18.18%
DEC
48.0K
59.0K
+22.92%
TOTAL
568K
629.1K
+10.76%
New Jersey: A Steady Climb in Tourism
New Jersey’s tourism sector showed steady growth between 2024 and 2025, with the state experiencing a 1.94% increase in overall tourist arrivals, according to data from CBP.gov. This growth, while modest, was consistent throughout most of the year. The most notable periods of growth occurred in the summer months, with August and July showing an increase of 11.38% and 0.83%, respectively. In contrast, May and June experienced a slight dip in arrivals with decreases of -8.05% and -6.86%. November and December also saw small increases, demonstrating that the holiday season could drive a slight uptick in tourism. While not experiencing significant spikes, CBP.gov suggests that New Jersey’s tourism numbers remained relatively stable, with steady growth observed throughout the year, especially in the months that fall in between the more active summer and winter tourism periods. This suggests that New Jersey is becoming a more balanced year-round destination.
Month
2024
2025
YOY Change (%)
JAN
531K
547K
+3.01%
FEB
453K
449K
-0.88%
MAR
564K
561K
-0.53%
APR
594K
607K
+2.19%
MAY
596K
548K
-8.05%
JUN
641K
597K
-6.86%
JUL
723K
729K
+0.83%
AUG
694K
773K
+11.38%
SEP
586K
607K
+3.58%
OCT
572K
608K
+6.29%
NOV
499K
543K
+8.82%
DEC
548K
568K
+3.65%
TOTAL
7,001K
7,137K
+1.94%
Hawaii: Tropical Tourism Trends
Hawaii showed a steady increase in tourist arrivals from 2024 to 2025, with a total increase of 2.60%. The state experienced some fluctuations, particularly in the spring and early summer months. May saw a small growth of 3.05%, while June experienced a slight dip of -5.16%. Despite these setbacks, CBP.gov reveals that Hawaii’s tourism surged in the latter half of the year, particularly in August and December, where growth rates of 0% (August) and 8.92% (December) were seen. Hawaii’s peak seasons, particularly during the summer and holiday months, indicate that the state remains a top destination for travelers seeking beaches, tropical scenery, and unique cultural experiences. With a mix of strong summer performance and holiday surge, CBP.gov shows that Hawaii’s tourism continues to be resilient and increasingly popular.
Month
2024 Data
2025 Data
YOY Change (%)
JAN
149K
160K
+7.38%
FEB
140K
134K
-4.29%
MAR
155K
151K
-2.58%
APR
132K
146K
+10.61%
MAY
131K
135K
+3.05%
JUN
155K
147K
-5.16%
JUL
171K
172K
+0.58%
AUG
172K
172K
0.00%
SEP
147K
151K
+2.72%
OCT
155K
165K
+6.45%
NOV
143K
150K
+4.90%
DEC
157K
171K
+8.92%
TOTAL
1.807M
1.854M
+2.60%
Colorado: Peaks and Valleys in Tourism Trends
Colorado demonstrated a consistent tourism trend from 2024 to 2025, with a small but steady overall increase of 1.94%, as reported by CBP.gov. The month of May and June marked some challenges, with decreases of -8.05% and -6.86%, but the rest of the year saw a strong recovery, with solid increases particularly from November to December. Notably, the latter half of the year, including summer months such as July and August, recorded some positive growth figures. Despite the occasional decline, CBP.gov reveals that Colorado’s tourism trends signal a relatively stable industry that benefits from holiday and summer peak periods. The state continues to attract visitors, especially during the months when outdoor activities, such as hiking and skiing, are most popular. These consistent figures suggest that Colorado is an all-year-round destination for tourists, with room for improvement in terms of its marketing and seasonal appeal.
Month
2024
2025
YOY Change (%)
JAN
531K
547K
+3.01%
FEB
453K
449K
-0.88%
MAR
564K
561K
-0.53%
APR
594K
607K
+2.19%
MAY
596K
548K
-8.05%
JUN
641K
597K
-6.86%
JUL
723K
729K
+0.83%
AUG
694K
773K
+11.38%
SEP
586K
607K
+3.58%
OCT
572K
608K
+6.29%
NOV
499K
543K
+8.82%
DEC
548K
568K
+3.65%
TOTAL
7,001K
7,137K
+1.94%
West Virginia: Rapid Growth in Tourism
West Virginia’s tourism experienced impressive growth from 2024 to 2025, with a substantial increase of 28.7%, as shown by CBP.gov. This growth was especially noticeable in February and March, where year-over-year changes of 46.2% and 500% were recorded, respectively. The months of April and May also showed significant increases of 102.9% and 100%, suggesting that tourists were beginning to discover the state in the spring. Even with some minor fluctuations, such as a 23.5% decrease in July and a 7.7% decrease in October, CBP.gov highlights that West Virginia ended the year with very positive figures, particularly in November and December, where tourist arrivals surged again by 62.37% and 7.1%, respectively. Overall, these growth trends suggest that West Virginia is becoming an increasingly popular tourist destination, especially for those seeking natural beauty and outdoor activities, which could explain the growth seen in spring and fall.
Month
2024 Data
2025 Data
YOY Change (%)
JAN
0*
12
N/A
FEB
13
19
+46.2%
MAR
1
6
+500.0%
APR
35
71
+102.9%
MAY
8
16
+100.0%
JUN
22
22
0.0%
JUL
17
13
-23.5%
AUG
22
26
+18.2%
SEP
8
11
+37.5%
OCT
26
24
-7.7%
NOV
22
7
-68.2%
DEC
14
15
+7.1%
TOTAL
188
242
+28.7%
US Tourism: A Year of Growth and Resurgence
In 2025, U.S. tourism experienced a remarkable surge, driven by a variety of attractions and an increased demand for travel. States like Tennessee, New Jersey, Utah, and West Virginia saw impressive growth, reflecting a broader national trend of recovery and rising interest. From cultural landmarks to natural wonders, tourists flocked to diverse destinations, especially during peak seasons. This resurgence marks a significant rebound in the tourism industry after challenging years, with both domestic and international visitors eager to explore the U.S.’s unique offerings across the country. The future looks bright for U.S. tourism.
Tennessee joins New Jersey, Utah, Hawaii, Colorado, West Virginia, and other states in a record tourism boom across the U.S. in 2025, marking twelve successive months of growth, driven by rising travel demand and unique attractions nationwide.
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Conclusion
Tennessee’s impressive tourism growth, alongside states like New Jersey, Utah, Hawaii, Colorado, and West Virginia, underscores a remarkable nationwide tourism boom. This record rise follows twelve successive months of increasing travel interest, driven by diverse attractions, cultural experiences, and outdoor opportunities across the U.S. With such continued momentum, these states are poised to maintain their status as top destinations for travelers in the coming years.
Concentrate on real needs, even if the solutions won’t be reached in one session.
(Bethany Baker | The Salt Lake Tribune) The word “Industry” is seen near the flag pole in front of the Utah Capitol in Salt Lake City on Friday, Jan. 2, 2026.
Members of the Utah Legislature will gather to open their 2026 Regular Session Tuesday in Salt Lake City.
It will be a 45-day flurry of activity that is likely to sap the mental and physical energy of each of the 104 legislators. It’s a difficult job, exposing members of every political stripe to scrutiny and criticism, deserved and otherwise.
From those of us on the sideline, a little advice to make the session less of a drain on lawmakers, and more of a set of accomplishments to be proud of.
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First, a little humility.
It is not up to our elected officials to solve every problem and answer every sometimes wild-eyed concern they may have heard of. They need not sort through the 500 or more proposed bills that are likely to present themselves.
Legislators could give themselves a useful break by resisting any temptation to waive the bloody shirt of the latest culture war skirmish, or to reach out to take more authority from the executive branch, the judiciary, our educators, or the people.
It’s not that there isn’t important work to be done. But making a collective decision to focus on the most important issues, the things that really matter to all the people of Utah, would help a lot.
Concentrate on real needs, even if the solutions won’t be reached in one session. Or ten.
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Protect the Great Salt Lake and other bodies of water with redoubled efforts at conservation.
Recognize that the Wasatch Front recently, again, experienced the worst air quality measured in the United States, and that there is every indication that, at least under the current administration, the federal government will not be doing anything to help.
Admit that if solving Utah’s housing shortage and growing homelessness problems were easy or cheap, it would have happened already.
Lawmakers should be transparent and accountable in everything they do, and insist that the rest of our government is as well.
Even when we disagree, sometimes forcefully, with the positions and votes of individual lawmakers, we should never forget that it is hard work for minuscule pay.
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So good luck, ladies and gentlemen of the Utah Legislature.
And, remember: Focus.
Editorials represent the opinions of The Salt Lake Tribune editorial board, which operates independently from the newsroom.
