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An aging workforce, burnout from the pandemic, and more competitive salaries elsewhere are contributing to a shortage of nurses in rural areas like Moab. And here, a lack of housing is preventing hiring from outside the community. Today on the news, a report on this trend and its impact on local healthcare. Plus, a town in our region is hoping to ease the housing crunch by purchasing a hotel and converting it into apartment units. And later, the Weekly News Reel, where we check in with reporters on their latest stories of the Moab area. Carter Pape of The Times-Independent (11:00) discusses the county's new electoral districts and an overnight lodging application for stargazers. He also reflects on his time as a reporter in Moab. Alison Harford of the Moab Sun News (20:00) discusses the Moab Free Health Clinic's expanded offerings, a new monologue competition, and the return of Science Moab on Tap. Show Notes: Photo: There are over 20 open positions on Moab Regional Hospital's website, and more than half are for nurses. The Health Resources and Services Administration says rural regions make up 60 percent of those facing shortages of health professionals. NRHA: Health Care Workforce Distribution and Shortage Issues in Rural America https://www.ruralhealth.us/getattachment/Advocate/Policy-Documents/HealthCareWorkforceDistributionandShortageJanuary2012.pdf.aspx?lang=en-US PEW: Rural Hospitals Can't Find the Nurses They Need to Fight COVID https://www.pewtrusts.org/en/research-and-analysis/blogs/stateline/2021/09/01/rural-hospitals-cant-find-the-nurses-they-need-to-fight-covid The Washington Post: As covid persists, nurses are leaving staff jobs - and tripling their salaries as travelers https://www.washingtonpost.com/health/covid-travel-nurses/2021/12/05/550b15fc-4c71-11ec-a1b9-9f12bd39487a_story.html Moab Regional Hospital: Recruitee https://mrhmoab.recruitee.com KSUT: Durango looks to buy a hotel and convert it into affordable and transitional housing https://www.ksut.org/news/2021-11-23/durango-looks-to-buy-a-hotel-and-convert-it-into-affordable-and-transitional-housing Weekly News Reel Mentions – The Times-Independent: County approves new electoral districts https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/county-approves-new-electoral-districts/ The Times-Independent: Public Weighs in on Overnight Lodging Addition https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/public-weighs-in-on-overnight-lodging-addition/ The Times-Independent (opinion): Moab needs better ideas. Here's how to come up with them. https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/moab-needs-better-ideas-heres-how-to-come-up-with-them/ Moab Sun News: Free Health Clinic expands offerings – Community outreach system, dental clinic, diabetes specialist now available https://www.moabsunnews.com/news/article_fa4e69f4-592a-11ec-b84b-03a85ae103d9.html Moab Sun News: Local to host first Moab Monologue competition https://www.moabsunnews.com/get_out_and_go/article_9c955dba-592d-11ec-ae8f-ebba0cd4cdc6.html Moab Sun News: Conservation scientist Joel Berger kicks new series of Science Moab on Tap https://www.moabsunnews.com/get_out_and_go/article_e7f6526e-592d-11ec-98cd-0fcf5d004d19.html

Grand County children aged 5 to 11 can now get their Pfizer vaccine as early as next week. The Southeast Utah Health Department is hosting two by-appointment clinics Monday and Tuesday at HMK Elementary School, with more in the works. Now that vaccines are available to most school-age children, the schoolwide mask mandate will likely come to an end early next year. Plus, freelancer Holly Lammert files an audio essay on the concept of abundance, featuring highlights from the Youth Garden Project's 2021 Harvest Festival. Plus, the Weekly News Reel, where we speak with reporters about their latest stories of the Moab area. The Times-Independent's Carter Pape talks election results – and tight city council races – as well as the sentencing of a driver in a fatal DUI crash. The Moab Sun News' Alison Harford highlights their election coverage, the Moab Police Department's recent violation of an open records law, and a profile on the 2021 Community Artist in the Parks. Show Notes: Photo: Homegrown herbs at the Youth Garden's 2021 Harvest Festival. Courtesy Youth Garden Project Sign Ups for Pfizer 5-11 Clinics at HMK Monday Nov 8th and Tuesday Nov 9th: https://www.schedulista.com/s/lqk2p-to176?business_code=seuhd&fbclid=IwAR32fqbk2TBFbr8fycg4dPU-6hrBZiKsKcZvqV_JLP52H9JoP_ogfhKCAAk Southeast Utah Health Department: https://www.seuhealth.com Abundance Audio Essay Question Contact: info@kzmu.org Youth Garden Project: https://www.youthgardenproject.org Weekly News Reel Mentions – **NB: Moab City released a 3rd round of preliminary election results as of 3PM on November 5th. Find the breakdown here: https://moabcity.org/236/Election-Information?fbclid=IwAR2EvfaE7ZMtKTXO3rviOlID-MzpHqLgwrR5dHMunBnqyt0VocbvzN6MPjc ** The Times-Independent: Moab elects Langianese mayor; council race too close to call https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/moab-elects-langianese-mayor-council-race-too-close-to-call/ The Times-Independent: Driver in fatal DUI crash gets 1-15 years in prison https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/driver-in-fatal-dui-crash-gets-1-15-years-in-prison/ Moab Sun News: Moab preliminary results – Langianese elected mayor, Taylor poised to take council seat, close race between Wojciechowski and Kovash https://www.moabsunnews.com/news/article_3a883880-3cd7-11ec-8957-dbec794f2264.html Moab Sun News: Moab Police refund $3K in mischarged fees – Charges violate state open records act https://www.moabsunnews.com/news/article_7a23e35e-3dae-11ec-89da-37283dccbe37.html Moab Sun News: Creating art within Arches and Canyonlands ¬– Julia Buckwalter wraps up term as Community Artist in the Parks https://www.moabsunnews.com/news/article_d95e7428-3daf-11ec-a9ec-0bf5813bd574.html

Over the next few months at the Moab Museum, Hopi artists will demonstrate carving katsintithu (also known as ‘kachina dolls'). The artist demonstrations are part of a temporary exhibition titled ‘Hopi Katsina: Evolving Styles, Enduring Meanings,' aiming to explore the cultural significance and artistic tradition related to katsintithu. Staff at the Moab Museum say this exhibit is an opportunity to honor Indigenous culture today. And, our radio partners profile a racetrack establishment in Southwest Colorado helping create community. Plus, the Weekly News Reel where we check in with reporters on their latest stories about the Moab area. Carter Pape of The Times-Independent talks election coverage, a reservation proposal for Aches National Park, and the future of Mill Creek Canyon's management. Alison Harford of the Moab Sun News discusses voter registration, the Moab Valley Multicultural Center's upcoming Day of the Dead/Día de los Muertos Festival, and a haunted house fundraiser for Community Rebuilds. Show Notes: Photo: Katsintithu made by Hongvi Marquez on exhibit at the Moab Museum. Hopi artists are demonstrating carving at the exhibit now through December. Courtesy Moab Museum Hopi Katsina: Evolving Styles, Enduring Meanings https://moabmuseum.org/hopi-katsina-evolving-styles-enduring-meanings/ Moab Museum https://moabmuseum.org KSJD: Montezuma County's speedway is more than just a racetrack. It's also a resource fo the community's kids https://www.ksjd.org/podcast/ksjd-local-newscasts/2021-10-19/montezuma-countys-speedway-is-more-than-just-a-racetrack-its-also-become-a-resource-for-the-communitys-kids Weekly News Reel Mentions – The Times-Independent: Comprehensive guide to Moab's 2021 election https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/comprehensive-guide-to-moabs-2021-election/ The Times-Independent: Candidates make their closing statements https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/candidates-make-their-closing-statements/ The Times-Independent: NPS urges locals to offer feedback on Arches reservation proposal https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/nps-urges-locals-to-offer-feedback-on-arches-reservation-proposal/ The Times-Independent: County to consider Mill Creek Canyon's future management https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/county-to-consider-mill-creek-canyons-future-management/ Moab Sun News: 10 days left to postmark your ballot – Moab mayoral, city council seats up for grabs https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/county-to-consider-mill-creek-canyons-future-management/ Moab Sun News: 2021 Election Candidate Profiles https://www.moabsunnews.com/news/article_53221654-2977-11ec-9498-d79634d85cc3.html Moab Sun News: Multicultural Center hosts 11th annual Day of the Dead Festival – Free, family-friendly event will be on October 31 https://www.moabsunnews.com/get_out_and_go/article_bfc5e8c4-32de-11ec-9a9a-ef2f49b6b46d.html Moab Sun News: Get spooky with Community Rebuilds ¬–Nonprofit hosts haunted house and Halloween activities fundraiser https://www.moabsunnews.com/get_out_and_go/article_56bff840-32c2-11ec-b8a5-4be68186a151.html

KZMU's new project – Lift Up: LGBTQ+ Visibility – continues today, bringing another storyteller to share their personal experience and reflections on our airwaves. We are hopeful Lift Up: LGBTQ+ Visibility helps deepen understanding and empathy within our community and reinforces a sense of belonging. Our second LGBTQ+ storyteller is Nicole Croke, a lover of art and the outdoors who has called Moab home for the past four years. Nicole uses she/they pronouns. They currently work in environmental conservation, managing logistics for field crews and hope that by showing up as a queer woman in a leadership role, they can help the field feel more accessible to a broader group of people. When they aren't teaching young adults to operate chainsaws or identify invasive species, they enjoy rafting, crafting, and soaking up desert sun. Thank you Ginger Allen and Serah Mead, who co-produced today's piece. Plus, the Weekly News Reel, where we check in with reporters on their latest local coverage. Carter Pape of The Times-Independent discusses the resignation of the Moab Area Travel Council chair, the Grand County Attorney's effort to end the death penalty in Utah, as well as a new article on the double homicide in the Moab area. Alison Hartford of the Moab Sun News highlights the Walnut Lane affordable development returning to phase one, city council members' concern over the city manager's resignation, and the upcoming Green River Melon Days and the Moab Festival of Science. Show Notes: Photo: Nicole Croke is our second storyteller in KZMU's Lift Up: LGBTQ+ Visibility project. Nicole currently works in environmental conservation, managing logistics for field crews. They hope that by showing up as a queer woman in a leadership role, they can help the field feel more accessible to a broader group of people. Courtesy Nicole Croke Lift Up: LGBTQ+ Visibility https://www.kzmu.org/lift-up/ Music featured in today's newscast includes: Guestlist by Podington Bear Wallow by Ketsa Only Knows by Broke For Free Weekly News Reel – The Times-Independent: Travel council chair – Grand ‘opts out' of intent of law https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/travel-council-chair-grand-opts-out-of-intent-of-law/ The Times-Independent: Sloan joins effort to end death penalty in Utah https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/sloan-joins-effort-to-end-death-penalty-in-utah/ The Times-Independent: Warrant reveals additional details in double homicide *Advisory: This Article Contains Graphic Details That Might Be Upsetting* https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/officers-discovered-slain-couple-partially-undressed/ Moab Sun News: Back to the drawing board at Walnut Lane – City Council frustrated as project returns to phase one https://www.moabsunnews.com/news/article_180d7752-1739-11ec-97ca-13008751bdf0.html Moab Sun News: ‘Dysfunction' between city council, administration – Council members concerned about communication after staff resigns https://www.moabsunnews.com/news/article_bbfbab90-1734-11ec-8014-9f3a394a99c0.html Moab Sun News: Melon days are here again ¬ – Popular annual Green River Festival is back https://www.moabsunnews.com/get_out_and_go/article_f4721be8-1767-11ec-88df-2737a3bde0ee.html Moab Sun News: Free five-day celebration of local science – Moab Festival of Science features keynote on climate change https://www.moabsunnews.com/get_out_and_go/article_2c2b9012-174c-11ec-b8cb-ef8cbded1456.html

Favorable weather helped firefighters make gains on containment of the Pack Creek Fire on Thursday. Although the blaze is now 36 percent contained, there's still a lot more work to do. As fire information officer Nick Howell says, the crew has now entered what they call 'the grind' of suppression work. Plus, our Weekly News Reel where we chat with local reporters about their latest stories. Carter Pape at The Times-Independent (7:00) discusses the early days of the Pack Creek Fire, as well as the conclusion of a series on housing and workforce shortages. Maggie McGuire at the Moab Sun News (20:00) discusses their approach to Pack Creek Fire coverage in a conversation about the role of local media in ongoing emergencies. Show Notes: Photo: Pack Creek Fire, Utah Fire Info Pack Creek Fire Info https://nifc.maps.arcgis.com/apps/MapSeries/index.html?appid=c47831feb81d4aed940fcd234fc929cd and https://www.kzmu.org/pack-creek-fire-updates/ Investigators are still seeking leads that may help identify those responsible for the fire's start. Anyone who may have information about the start of the Pack Creek Fire can call the tip line at 775-355-5337. Weekly News Reel Mentions – The Times-Independent: ‘Success and struggles' https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/success-and-struggles/ The Times-Independent: Pack Creek Fire remains under 8,500 acres as of Tuesday; 16% containment https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/pack-creek-fire-live-updates/ The Times-Independent: Officials say Moab needs leadership on housing https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/officials-say-moab-needs-leadership-on-housing/ The Times-Independent: Housing – Is Moab reaping what it sowed? https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/housing-is-moab-reaping-what-it-sowed/ Moab Sun News: Intense and complex – a firefighter's view of day one of the Pack Creek Fire https://www.moabsunnews.com/news/article_f15d6306-cf8a-11eb-ad55-8312164fb0e5.html Moab Sun News: Pack Creek Fire expected to burn for weeks – Wildfire has burned over 8,000 acres, cost over $3.5 million https://www.moabsunnews.com/news/article_f06e6c5c-cf84-11eb-99fa-ebb4867e4e69.html Moab Sun News: Pack Creek fire breaks through Geyser Pass Road; new evacuations ordered https://www.moabsunnews.com/news/article_57f0d318-ccb7-11eb-9087-17bf5d3e3ba5.html

Today on the news, station manager Serah Mead ‘flips the mic’ and interviews news director Molly Marcello about the memorable past year at KZMU News. We hear about making the newscast flexible to meet the needs and interests of the local community, as well as some new opportunities for growth. It’s true community-empowered journalism. Plus, our Weekly News Reel where we speak with other reporters about the stories they most recently covered in our area. Times-Independent reporter Carter Pape (10:00) visited the Utahraptor State Park site with some decision makers this week and has impressions of that tour, as well as a report on the county commission’s decisions on regulating ATV-related businesses and noise pollution. Moab Sun News publisher/editor Maggie McGuire (18:00) tells us about Utah scientists uncovering how the tyrannosaurus might not have been a lone predator as commonly believed. Plus, more science with the sixth-grade class at Moab Charter School who recently sent a weather balloon to ‘near space.’ Show Notes: Photo: News Director Molly Marcello and the mysterious KZMU Radio Angel Weekly News Reel – The Times-Independent: Officials visit Utahraptor State Park https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/officials-visit-utahraptor-state-park-site/ The Times-Independent: County puts brakes on OHV businesses https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/county-puts-brakes-on-ohv-businesses/ The Times-Independent: Grand County’s noise ordinances now in effect https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/grand-countys-noise-ordinances-now-in-effect/ Moab Sun News: Fossils found in Grand Staircase-Escalante give new insight into dinosaur behavior https://www.moabsunnews.com/news/article_85d1ce16-a310-11eb-a46a-8fdac11adba8.html Moab Sun News: Moab Charter School students send balloon into ‘near-space’ https://www.moabsunnews.com/get_out_and_go/article_540fb83e-a2fc-11eb-8f26-67f8bbdeb19d.html

The crew at Sand Flats Recreation Area often wear many hats – part visitor interpretation, part restoration specialist, part cashier, part front/back country ranger – and so, so much more. Today on the news, we shadow Sand Flats employee Sonja Nicolaisen for our second non-narrated audio portrait of people in the Moab valley. Plus, our Weekly News Reel where we speak with newspaper reporters about the stories they most recently covered in our area. The Times-Independent’s Carter Pape (10:00) talks Jeep’s electric concept, controversy over development in Spanish Valley, and a search for community members for the TI’s editorial board. The Moab Sun News’ Maggie McGuire (21:00) discusses over-crowding at Matheson Wetlands Preserve and the soon-to-be-open Margaret L. Hopkin Middle School. Show Notes: Photo: Sand Flats employee Sonja Nicolaisen in her various roles as a recreation technician. Audio Portrait Featured Music: Dee Yan-Key, Go Down Moses Reprise Lobo Loco, Sunday Picnic ID 719 If you have an idea for a future profile, reach out to molly@kzmu.org. Weekly News Reel Mentions – The Times-Independent: Jeep’s electric concept, charging stations on display at Walker Drug https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/jeeps-electric-concept-charging-stations-on-display-at-walker-drug/ The Times-Independent: Hedin, rural residents seek to prevent residential development https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/hedin-rural-residents-seek-to-prevent-residential-development/ The Times-Independent: The T-I wants you to serve on our editorial board https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/the-t-i-wants-you-to-serve-on-our-editorial-board/ Moab Sun News: Matheson Preserve closes gates due to overcrowding https://www.moabsunnews.com/news/article_fcb12c3e-93e8-11eb-be1d-93ea09f3b593.html Moab Sun News: Hopkin Middle School building to open in April https://www.moabsunnews.com/news/article_7317d2ca-93f2-11eb-b2fe-c77644a9023f.html

Today on the news, we head to 1518 Strasbourg, Germany, where a group of peasants have been dancing for days, their bodies writhing with uncontrollable movement. This is the world of Choreomania – KZMU’s 6th annual radio play – where wise fools and clergymen meet witchcraft and ergot-laced bread. The play centers around the strange but true story of a dancing plague that took hold of German villagers in medieval times. Choreomania is created and performed by a small troupe of local actors, musicians, and sound artists in three acts – the first of which premieres Friday night at 7pm (after the news). Plus, our Weekly News Reel, where we speak with reporters about some of their latest stories of our area. Carter Pape from The Times-Independent (12:00) discusses Moab City’s consideration of a property tax, Grand County backing away from the bypass, and the latest on noise mitigation efforts. Maggie McGuire of the Moab Sun News (25:00) has a follow up on the annual homeless point-in-time count, and Interior Secretary Deb Haaland’s plans to visit Southeastern Utah. Show Notes: Photo: Choreomania Foley artist Josie Kovash uses most of her appendages to bring the soundscape of medieval Strasbourg to life Link to Choreomania Playbill and Tip Jar https://www.kzmu.org/choreomania/ Choreomania, The Episodes: Episode 1 March 19: ‘Choreomania: The Dancing Plague’ Episode 2 March 26: ‘Witches and Mushrooms’ Episode 3 April 2: ‘Psychogenesis’ Weekly News Reel Mentions – The Times-Independent: ‘Property Tax 101’ crash course coming to Moab https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/property-tax-101-crash-course-coming-to-moab/ The Times-Independent: County votes against further consideration of plans https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/county-votes-against-further-consideration-of-plans/ The Times-Independent: How Grand could enforce noise ordinances on OHVs https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/how-grand-could-enforce-noise-ordinances-on-ohvs/ *Moab Sun News articles will be added once available online*

Musicians are uniquely affected by the pandemic, especially those who perform in front of a live audience. The Moab Music Festival wanted to find out what inspired musicians to continue creating – out of joy? Catharsis? Distraction? The result is the Pandemic Video Project, soon to be released next week – a conversation with musicians near and far, young and old. We hear clips from the submissions, and thoughts from festival coordinator Erin Groves. Plus, our Weekly News Reel where we speak with journalists about their latest stories on our area. Utahraptor State Park will become a reality for the Dalton Wells area in Moab after the legislature passed a bill establishing and funding the park. (13:00) The Times-Independent’s Doug McMurdo and Carter Pape have more on dinosaur resources at Dalton Wells, the county’s stance on the High Density Housing Overlay Ordinance, and a profile of a Moab woman who passed away last year. And, a bill that would have allowed communities like Moab to impose a curfew on street-legal ATVS failed in the legislature last week. (23:00) The Moab Sun News’ Maggie McGuire has more on Senator David Hinkins’ vote against the bill, as well as a profile on Green River nonprofit Epicenter. Show Notes: Photo: Stills from Moab Music Festival’s Pandemic Video Project, to be released early next week on their YouTube page Moab Music Festival Pandemic Video Project Info http://www.moabmusicfest.org/pandemicproject Weekly News Reel Mentions – The Times-Independent: Sen.Hinkins – ‘You get a new state park!’ https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/sen-hinkins-you-get-a-new-state-park/ The Times-Independent: Moab’s ‘megablock’ treasure trove of dinosaur fossils https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/moabs-megablock-treasure-trove-of-dinosaur-fossils/ The Times-Independent: Against developers’ wishes, county passes HDHO rules https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/against-developers-wishes-county-passes-hdho-rules/ The Times-Independent: Remembering Stephanie https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/remembering-stephanie/ *Moab Sun News articles will be added when available*

We are jumping right into our Weekly News Reel today, speaking with local newspaper reporters about their most recent stories of our area. The Transient Room Tax reform bill is making progress at the state legislature. Times-Independent reporter Carter Pape has the latest (00:30), as well as a potential new flight route from Moab to Salt Lake City. Plus, Pape and Moab Sun News editor Maggie McGuire (14:30) each give breakdowns of the new controversy surrounding the high density housing overlay ordinance. County officials say HDHO units can only be owned by locals, but developers are reading the law differently. Plus, the Sun covers community visioning for Thompson Springs. Image: High Density Housing Overlay Ordinance Boundary Map Weekly News Reel Mentions: The Times-Independent: Reform of TRT is reaching its final iteration https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/reform-of-trt-is-reaching-its-final-iteration/ The Times-Independent: SkyWest wants to connect CNY, SLC https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/skywest-wants-to-connect-cny-slc/ The Times-Independent: County holds line on HDHO reading, tables vote on rules https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/county-holds-line-on-hdho-reading-tables-vote-on-rules/ The Times-Independent: A former county staffer challenges official HDHO narrative https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/a-former-county-staffer-challenges-official-hdho-narrative/ Moab Sun News: Intended to increase housing access for residents, HDHO code hits a snag https://www.moabsunnews.com/news/article_6f28aca2-72f5-11eb-879b-83ba50919aa5.html Moab Sun News: A wake up call - A house fire highlights community needs in Thompson Springs https://www.moabsunnews.com/news/article_25eb6982-72f3-11eb-b8ff-f30ab34aa9ae.html

Today on the news, representatives from local nonprofits undertake the homeless point in time count. The count is meant to help communities better understand needs in their area as well as access state and federal funding to help address homelessness. We hear from people who have experienced homelessness in Moab, and from those who work throughout the year on emergency resources. And, our Weekly News Reel! where we hear from local newspaper reporters and editors about their latest stories in our area. Carter Pape at The Times-Independent has a follow-up piece about beloved local educator Margaret Hopkin (10:00), who passed away in December. And (13:00), Moab Sun News editor Maggie McGuire gives the latest on a new masking requirement at America’s national parks. Plus (9:00), an addendum on Easter Jeep Safari. Show Notes: Photo: Liz Donkersloot (left), a volunteer, and Sara Melnicoff look for unsheltered people during the point in time count. Housing Insecurity Resources: Sara Melnicoff at Moab Solutions 435-401-4685 https://www.moab-solutions.org Liz Donkersloot at Moab Valley Multicultural Center 435-259-5444 https://moabmc.org Weekly News Reel Mentions – The Times-Independent: The lives touched by Margaret Hopkin https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/the-lives-touched-by-margaret-hopkin/ The Times-Independent: Upon further review – Jeep Safari trail runs are on; no vendor expo this year https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/jeep-safari-half-un-canceled/ Moab Sun News: Easter Jeep Safari…uncanceled? Event requests change to special event restrictions https://www.moabsunnews.com/article_7d4a9e4e-67dd-11eb-8bc2-a36dd58904bb.html Moab Sun News: Masks required at Arches, all national parks https://www.moabsunnews.com/news/article_4db315f8-658f-11eb-a50f-032388884da8.html

As Moab local Brett Sutteer watched the drama play out over the Utah monolith – that 10 foot metal structure discovered on nearby public lands then swiftly dismantled near the close of 2020 – it made him think about another mysterious art piece. Sutteer has been climbing and canyoneering around Moab for decades, and about eight years ago came across a series of contemporary homemade pots in Southeastern Utah. In contrast to the monolith, they deftly blend in with the landscape. They also appear very personal – each features an image of a face, with handwritten notes inside. Today on the news, we hear Sutteer’s thoughts on this artistic mystery, and his curiosity about others’ impressions of the objects. Plus, our Weekly News Reel! where local newspaper reporters and editors discuss their latest stories about our area. First (6:00), Times-Independent reporter Carter Pape has updates about COVID-19 vaccination distribution in Grand County, and also some sweeping statewide political data recently collated and ready for analysis. And (15:00), Moab Sun News editor Maggie McGuire covers an ongoing community review of the Moab City Police Department’s use of force policy, as well as a luxury train headed to Moab. Show Notes: Photo: A contemporary homemade pot found on public lands in Southeastern Utah Weekly News Reel Mentions – The Times-Independent: Moabites 70 and up, educators eligible for COVID vaccine https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/moabites-70-and-up-educators-eligible-for-covid-vaccine/ The Times-Independent: The most Democratic counties in Utah https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/the-most-democratic-counties-in-utah/ The Times-Independent: Partisanship in Utah – Carbon also an outlier https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/partisanship-in-utah-carbon-also-an-outlier/ Moab Sun News: Moab police use-of-force policy studied https://www.moabsunnews.com/news/article_887ca394-56bb-11eb-aa03-2f4429e137ba.html Moab Sun News: Luxury train heads to Moab https://www.moabsunnews.com/news/article_d0817094-56ba-11eb-b9ee-1fa877c2bb34.html

Congresswoman Deb Haaland of New Mexico has been tapped to lead the Department of the Interior. President-elect Joe Biden’s pick is a historic one – Haaland will be the first ever Indigenous cabinet secretary if she’s confirmed. Plus, all signs point to a dry start to 2021 across much of the Colorado River watershed. And later, three local governments in Colorado have joined the growing rank of lawsuits filed against fossil fuel companies for their role in climate change. Our partners at KOTO report on the effect the lawsuits could have even before they’re decided in court. And it’s Friday, that means we have our Weekly News Reel! where local reporters and editors discuss their latest stories about our area. (8:00)First, Grand County’s 2021 budget was approved on Tuesday. Times-Independent reporter Carter Pape has a report on some interesting items the county will fund next year. He also touches on the county’s decision to formally deny Rally on the Rocks a special event permit for their 2021 event. (23:00)Plus, the Moab Sun News published their meaty year in review this week. Looking back on their coverage from 2020, editor Maggie McGuire says she sees community resilience during stressful times. Show Notes: Photo: Telluride, Colorado/Julia Caulfield KUNC: Colorado River Basin Winter Forecast Signals Dry Times Ahead https://www.kunc.org/2020-12-17/colorado-river-basin-winter-forecast-signals-dry-times-ahead?fbclid=IwAR1C94CUkXjHJyuqfDm2dgez9W1AEDqji8WrN6OtHciqghU5RifL9JywiEk Weekly News Reel Mentions – The Times-Independent: What does ‘bypass’ mean? https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/what-does-bypass-mean/ County budgets for $654K surplus in Travel Council https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/county-budgets-for-654k-surplus-in-travel-council/ The Times-Independent: Grand looks to halt 2021 Rally on the Rocks https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/grand-looks-to-halt-2021-rally-on-the-rocks/ Find the Moab Sun News’ Year in Review on local newsstands, or with an E-subscription to the Moab Sun News.

This fall, KZMU News worked with the Colorado River Reporting Project at KUNC to produce a story about the Returning Rapids of Cataract Canyon. Returning Rapids is an effort led by Moab river runners Mike DeHoff and Pete Lefebvre to document changes to the Colorado River as Lake Powell recedes. Our feature story was broadcast by radio stations across the river basin last week. Today we have the extended version for our amazing KZMU listeners. Plus, our Weekly News Reel where we hear first-hand from reporters and editors about the unique stories they write and beats they cover in the area.(07:00) First up, Times-Independent reporter Carter Pape has highlights from Grand County’s budget process, COVID-19, and of course, that captivating metal structure – the Utah monolith. (16:00) Next, Moab Sun News editor Maggie McGuire starts off with Rally on the Rocks, reporting that the UTV event will move to private property in San Juan County in 2021. McGuire then offers her own unique take on the Utah monolith issue – and it’s all about the internet. Show Notes: KZMU: Returning Rapids, Changing Ecosystem in Cataract Canyon https://www.kzmu.org/returning-rapids-changing-ecosystem-in-cataract-canyon/ KUNC: As Lake Powell Recedes, River Runners Race To Document Long Hidden Rapids https://www.kunc.org/2020-11-23/as-lake-powell-recedes-river-runners-race-to-document-long-hidden-rapids Returning Rapids of Cataract Canyon https://www.returningrapids.com Weekly News Reel! Mentions – The Times-Independent: Sketchy Andy claims he removed the ‘monolith’ https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/sketchy-andy-claims-he-removed-the-monolith/ The Times-Independent: Trail ambassadors could soon post up at Mill Creek https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/trail-ambassadors-could-soon-post-up-at-mill-creek/ The Times-Independent: Grand starts tackling student athlete testing this week https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/grand-starts-tackling-student-athlete-testing-this-week/ The Times-Independent: High school cuts streaming option next trimester https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/high-school-cuts-streaming-option-next-trimester/ Moab Sun News: UTV Rally moves to San Juan County – 2021 Rally on the Rock will be headquartered over the county line https://www.moabsunnews.com/news/article_8d550a08-3598-11eb-a9f7-2fb761f396e4.html Moab Sun News: The rise and fall of the monolith https://www.moabsunnews.com/news/article_c3c2d096-3595-11eb-a2c6-7ba303cf38de.html

Today we jump right in to our Weekly News Reel, hearing first-hand from reporters and editors about the unique stories they write and beats they cover in the area. First up, Times-Independent staff writer Carter Pape starts off with their continued coronavirus coverage. As of Friday morning, Grand County is reporting 70 active COVID-19 cases, and testing is revealing a nearly 21 percent positivity over the past seven days. Next, Moab Sun News editor Maggie McGuire outlines a few stories from their latest edition, including community members advocating for a different approach to the ATV/UTV noise issue. Weekly News Reel! Mentions – The Times-Independent: Households spreading coronavirus in Moab https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/households-spreading-coronavirus-in-moab/ The Times-Independent: Vaccine could be in Utah by month’s end https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/vaccine-could-be-in-utah-by-months-end/ The Times-Independent: Building at Arroyo Crossing set to begin early in 2021 https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/building-at-arroyo-crossing-set-to-begin-early-in-2021/ The Times-Independent: Tourism to fund public health, UTV enforcement https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/tourism-to-fund-public-health-utv-enforcement/ Moab Sun News: Just how loud are they? A standardized sound test could identify the noisiest UTVs https://www.moabsunnews.com/news/article_d5dc1c1e-2aa6-11eb-b209-336f9a1eeca4.html Moab Sun News: Grand Potato Hunt – Local church is reaping – and sharing – the fruits of their labor https://www.moabsunnews.com/news/article_3a8385ee-2aac-11eb-b786-5bff3bbeb9a6.html Moab Sun News: Eagle Eye opens – Work on the Raptor Route mountain bike trail system continues https://www.moabsunnews.com/news/article_16ed7e70-2aaa-11eb-9354-7750ca329e4c.html

Today, we thank our listeners for supporting KZMU News during radiothon. With the community’s help, we’ve created over 700 news programs since launching on our 26th birthday, just two years (and some change) ago. We are so proud of this grassroots journalism, and grateful to our KZMU community – near and far – who have gotten behind us in a big way. Keeping our airwaves open to – for – and by our community drives us every day. Thank you so much for being part of it! Plus, our Weekly News Reel! where we hear first-hand from newspaper reporters and editors about the unique stories they write and beats they cover in this area. First, Times-Independent staff writer Carter Pape highlights several stories, including some updates about housing affordability in Moab. And later (15:00 min), Moab Sun News editor Maggie McGuire reviews some articles, including overcrowding at Arches National Park. Show Notes: News Reel! Mentions – The Times-Independent: Half of Moabites can’t afford housing https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/half-of-moabites-cant-afford-housing/ The Times-Independent: City crunches numbers on Walnut Lane housing, stays optimistic for project https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/city-crunches-numbers-on-walnut-lane-housing-stays-optimistic-for-project/ The Times-Independent: Mail ballots must be postmarked before Election Day https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/mail-ballots-must-be-postmarked-before-election-day/ The Times-Independent: At your fingertips – A last minute overview of every question on the ballot in Grand County https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/at-your-fingertips-a-last-minute-overview-of-every-question-on-the-ballot-in-grand-county/ Moab Sun News: Arches closes gates almost every day this October https://www.moabsunnews.com/news/article_2b750386-1a15-11eb-aeb6-6ffd898c120a.html Moab Sun News: Bike thefts continue to plague Moab area https://www.moabsunnews.com/news/article_ada9e070-1a2d-11eb-a089-1fbaacbb9ab2.html

This year’s Moab Pride Festival will be different – and not just because of coronavirus precautions. The festival’s 2020 theme is ‘Wake Up Call,’ an acknowledgment that “our struggles are deeply and intrinsically connected.” We met up with organizers to learn more about upcoming events focused on these intersections, and how Moab Pride holds space for Grand County youth throughout the year. Plus, the launch of our new Friday segment – Newsreel! During this program you’ll hear from our print media partners. It’s an opportunity to hear first-hand from reporters and editors about the unique stories they cover in this area. Today Times-Independent reporter Carter Pape delves into the school district (15:00), beginning with asymptomatic testing for teachers. And later(24:00), Moab Sun News editor Maggie McGuire highlights the latest on tracking efforts for COVID-19 in the wastewater. Show Notes: Moab Pride Festival https://www.moabpride.com https://www.facebook.com/Moabpridefestival Newsreel Mentions – The Times-Independent: Teachers to get asymptomatic virus testing starting next week at MRH https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/teachers-to-get-asymptomatic-virus-testing-starting-next-week-at-mrh/ The Times-Independent: Schools urge all parents to sign up for free, reduced meals. Here’s why: https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/schools-urge-all-parents-to-sign-up-for-free-reduced-meals-heres-why/ The Times-Independent: Long-shot gubernatorial candidate says Moab is gerrymandered, wants to fix it https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/long-shot-gubernatorial-candidate-says-moab-is-gerrymandered-wants-to-fix-it/ Moab Sun News: Rite of passage https://www.moabsunnews.com/news/article_6c1b5e02-f9c3-11ea-98ed-335f0bdaf3c1.html Moab Sun News: Moab sewage shows COVID spike https://www.moabsunnews.com/news/article_0defb5a4-f9c2-11ea-adda-d30f3311ef5c.html

When you observe bees buzzing around flowers and plants, it can feel like the ecosystem is in healthy harmony. But, dip your nose in these issues a little closer, and there’s often a lot more going on. Conservation groups like the Grand Canyon Trust are raising alarm bells about the impacts of commercial honeybees on native bees and their ecosystems. Earlier this summer, they filed a legal petition with federal public lands agencies asking to stop the placement of commercial honeybees on national forest lands without “proper environmental review” of such impacts. Today on the news, we learn more about these tensions. Plus, our roundup with The Times-Independent. Staff writer Carter Pape reviews some notable coverage in their paper this week, including teacher salary raises, the sentencing of a Northern Utah man in a double fatal crash, and a lawsuit related to the county form of governance. Show Notes: Photo: Thomas Meinzen/Grand Canyon Trust Grand Canyon Trust 7/29 Petition https://www.grandcanyontrust.org/sites/default/files/resources/APA-Petition-to-Forest-Service-on-Apiary-CEs-7-29-20.pdf Grand Canyon Trust Literature: Native Bees Need Your Help https://www.grandcanyontrust.org/sites/default/files/resources/Bee_Flyer.pdf Manti-La Sal National Forest Planning https://www.fs.usda.gov/main/mantilasal/landmanagement/planning The Times-Independent Mentions – GCSD reveals budget errors https://moabtimes.com/2020/08/27/gcsd-reveals-budget-errors/ Teachers get raises: Increases exceed staff’s mentions https://moabtimes.com/2020/08/27/teachers-get-raises-increases-exceed-staffs-proposal/ Change the alarm clocks: School bells to ring a bit later as hours are cut https://moabtimes.com/2020/08/27/change-the-alarm-clocks-school-bells-to-ring-a-bit-later-as-hours-are-cut/ Northern Utah man sentenced is double fatal crash https://moabtimes.com/2020/08/27/northern-utah-man-sentenced-in-double-fatal-crash/ Form of Governance: County faces lawsuit over ballot questions https://moabtimes.com/2020/08/27/form-of-governance-county-faces-lawsuit-over-ballot-questions/

The sounds of summertime in Moab are familiar yet different this season. Some kids sell homemade lemonade – while wearing face masks and using hand sanitizer. Two best friends have a casual baseball practice, and say summer has been alright because they’re still allowed to hang out. And produce and artisan vendors sell their wares at the Market on Center – while carefully minding social distance. Plus (13:00), our roundup with The Times-Independent. Staff writer Carter Pape discusses bleak unemployment numbers in Grand County, the plan for schools reopening, and separate structure fires that displaced local residents. And, a rare melanistic deer who died in Moab is preserved by a taxidermist. Show Notes: Market on Center Info https://www.moabarts.org/market-on-center?fbclid=IwAR0b0um4YdyqVZZZHSg-pIkH_eZ1t0GJssSv1wdB0yNjw1XhB8wF6PBUVwg The Times-Independent Mentions Jobless future is bleak as shoulder season looms https://moabtimes.com/2020/07/24/jobless-future-is-bleak-as-shoulder-season-looms/ Volunteer gig reduces man’s benefit checks https://moabtimes.com/2020/07/24/volunteer-gig-reduces-mans-benefit-checks/ In-person schooling will begin Sept. 8; parents may opt for online learning https://moabtimes.com/2020/07/17/in-person-schooling-will-begin-sept-8-parents-may-opt-for-online-learning/ Separate fires destroy two local homes, displacing residents https://moabtimes.com/2020/07/24/separate-fires-destroy-two-local-homes-displacing-residents/ Finding a home for Coal: Taxidermist preserves rare black deer that died in December https://moabtimes.com/2020/07/24/finding-a-home-for-coal-taxidermist-preserves-rare-black-deer-that-died-in-december/

Today on the news – our semi-regular update with Jen Sadoff, CEO of Moab Regional Hospital. Her medical team completely supports the latest local health order mandating face coverings where social distancing is difficult. We talk masks, rising COVID-19 case numbers, and more. Plus, an update on private investment in western water rights from the three-part series broadcast earlier this week. And (10:00), our media roundup featuring Times-Independent staff writer Carter Pape. We discuss some of their top stories, including Grand County’s mask mandate, quirks with local COVID-19 case totals, the Lionsback Resort project, and a Murdoch acquiring acreage that includes significant local rock art. Show Notes: Photo: This diversion dam on the Colorado River in Debeque Canyon marks the start of the Government Highline Canal, which diverts water for irrigation in the Grand Valley. (Luke Runyon/KUNC) KUNC: In Letter To Members, Grand Valley Irrigation Association Stays Neutral On Water Investments https://www.kunc.org/post/letter-members-grand-valley-irrigation-association-stays-neutral-water-investments Moab Regional Hospital COVID-19 Testing Info https://mrhmoab.org/coronavirus-updates/ Southeast Utah Health Department 7/14 COVID-19 Testing Event https://www.facebook.com/Southeast-Utah-Health-Department-123515944338660/photos/pcb.3279342778755945/3279338058756417/ The Times-Independent Mentions – County: Mask mandate is official https://moabtimes.com/2020/07/09/county-mask-mandate-is-official/ Quirks skew Grand’s COVID tally https://moabtimes.com/2020/07/09/quirks-skew-grands-covid-tally/ Lionsback Resort project begins on Sand Flats Road https://moabtimes.com/2020/07/09/lionsback-resort-project-begins-on-sand-flats-road/ Fox Corp. CEO acquires property, rock art along Moab https://moabtimes.com/2020/07/09/fox-corp-ceo-acquires-property-rock-art-along-mill-creek/

On our weekly roundup with The Times-Independent, reporter Carter Pape discusses the latest from local Black Lives Matter protests, to COVID-19 news, and more. First, locals have been demonstrating against police brutality in front of the Moab Information Center every night this week. A candlelight vigil was also held at Swanny City Park in memory of George Floyd, a Black man who died after a white police officer knelt on his neck for over eight minutes. And then, a state commission recommends that Governor Gary Herbert move Utah to the ‘Green’ or ‘New Normal’ COVID-19 health risk phase as soon as possible. Plus, Grand County’s Class of 2020 celebrates a graduation unlike any other. **UPDATE** On June 5th, Governor Gary Herbert extended the current health risk guidance for the state. Salt Lake City, Bluff, and Mexican Hat remain in the Orange/Moderate Risk status, and the rest of the state remains Yellow/Low Risk. His decision departs from a state commission recommendation this week urging Utah to move to a modified ‘Green’ or ‘New Normal’ status as rapidly as possible. Herbert’s decree to formally extend the state’s existing health guidance will run through at least next Friday, June 12. Read the press release here: https://governor.utah.gov/2020/06/05/governor-maintains-current-health-risk-guidance/ Show Notes: National police brutality prompts small, peaceful protests in Moab https://moabtimes.com/2020/06/04/national-police-brutality-prompts-small-peaceful-protests-in-moab/ Ignoring own standards and experts, Utah commission pushes reopening https://moabtimes.com/2020/06/04/ignoring-own-standards-and-experts-utah-commission-pushes-reopening/ Class of ’20 graduates in style despite pandemic https://moabtimes.com/2020/06/04/class-of-20-graduates-in-style-despite-pandemic/

This week on The Times-Independent roundup we speak with staff writer Carter Pape. He discusses some of the paper’s latest coverage of the COVID-19 fallout, from mass unemployment, planning for the worst case scenarios at Moab Regional Hospital, to law enforcement’s protocol when issuing citations re: nonessential visitation. Tune in. Show Notes: Hospital planning for peak COVID-19 hospitalizations between 5 and 150 https://moabtimes.com/2020/04/10/hospital-planning-for-peak-covid-19-hospitalizations-between-5-and-150/ Officials: Camping noncompliance concentrated in dispersed campgrounds https://moabtimes.com/2020/04/10/officials-camping-noncompliance-concentrated-in-dispersed-campgrounds/ No tourism in 2020? Timeline for reopening economy remains uncertain https://moabtimes.com/2020/04/10/no-tourism-in-2020/ Officials look to organize lodgings before possible reopening https://moabtimes.com/2020/04/10/officials-look-to-organize-lodgings-before-possible-reopening/

KZMU News chats with Carter Pape, staff writer at The Times-Independent, about the whirlwind events of the past week as Moab safeguards against and gathers resources for COVID-19. From a health department order placing restrictions on overnight lodging and dine-in restaurants, to local school closures, and new grocery store measures. All the local novel coronavirus precautions are discussed. Show Notes: 'Moab Hospital Thanks Governor, Health Department for Swift Actions' https://moabtimes.com/2020/03/20/moab-hospital-thanks-governor-health-department-for-swift-actions/ 'All Moab Hotels Now Closed to Nonlocal Visitors' https://moabtimes.com/2020/03/17/moab-hotels-now-closed-to-nonlocal-visitors/ 'Moab Officials Plead Stay Home After Report That Visiting National Parks May Be Safe' https://moabtimes.com/2020/03/17/moab-officials-plead-stay-home-after-report-that-visiting-national-parks-may-be-safe/ 'Romney - Give Every American Adult $1000' https://moabtimes.com/2020/03/17/romney-give-every-american-adult-1000/

KZMU News speaks with Carter Pape, staff writer for The Times-Independent about a recent tragedy – a car accident that took the lives of a local father and his son. Pape gives a breakdown of what law enforcement say might have happened to cause the accident, and a reflection of the community response in the aftermath. Show Notes: 'Funeral Services, benefit event announced for family of car crash victims' https://moabtimes.com/2020/02/13/funeral-services-benefit-event-announced-for-family-of-crash-victims/ 'Boy in Sunday car crash dies' https://moabtimes.com/2020/02/12/boy-in-sunday-car-crash-dies/ 'Moab loses Padre Espiritual in car crash; suspect faces manslaughter charge' https://moabtimes.com/2020/02/10/moab-loses-padre-espiritual-in-car-crash-suspect-faces-manslaughter-charge/

KZMU News checks in with The Times-Independent this week to chat about their latest coverage. Staff writer Carter Pape discusses state lawmakers' plans to repeal controversial tax reform, Grand County High School Principal Steve Hren announces his retirement, and a Spanish Valley resident garners a 'passive house' certification. Plus, a look ahead to local elections this November. Tune in. Utah lawmakers announce tax reform repeal – https://moabtimes.com/2020/01/23/referendum-succeeds-lawmakers-announce-tax-reform-repeal/ Grand County High School Principal retiring – https://moabtimes.com/2020/01/24/grand-county-high-principal-retiring-after-31-years/ Passive House Certification – https://moabtimes.com/2020/01/24/local-man-builds-new-standard-in-moab-for-energy-efficient-affordable-housing/ Election 2020 – https://moabtimes.com/2020/01/24/2020-is-going-to-be-a-busy-election-year/

KZMU News chats with Carter Pape, staff writer at The Times-Independent, about the latest news in the paper. This week - all three incumbents won four more years on the Moab City Council. Several gave thanks to all candidates for running largely positive campaigns. And, San Juan is likely to reject a proposal to change their county's form of government. Plus, Grand County's change of government study committee sends a formal letter critiquing HB 224. Tune in.

KZMU chats with Carter Pape, the staff writer for The Times-Independent, about their latest coverage. This week - a U.S. Senate roundtable comes to Moab to talk public lands. Republican politicians argued for more local and state control when it comes to management, but not all attendees agreed. Plus, U.S. Rep. John Curtis calls impeachment proceedings 'a terrible process,' ATVs and UTVs will stay out of nearby National Parks, and Rocky Mountain Power makes plans for a solar farm in Moab. Tune in.

KZMU News welcomes Carter Pape, staff writer for The Times-Independent, to the studios for a discussion on the paper's latest coverage. This week - USU makes a big financial ask of Grand County for its new campus, and local elected officials want to solve the traffic problem at Arches National Park - with the community. Plus, an analysis of local traffic accidents on Highway 191 - where the hotspots are and preliminary data. Tune in.

KZMU welcomes Carter Pape, staff writer for The Times-Independent, for a rundown of their latest coverage. This week - three incumbents and three challengers will face off in the Moab City Council election, Grand County's change of government study committee finalizes their recommendation, and Moab City passes a dark sky ordinance. Plus, the Utah DWR hosts a public event all about local bats. Tune in.

KZMU welcomes Carter Pape, staff writer for The Times-Independent, to discuss the paper's latest coverage. This week – the Colorado River is expected to peak soon, a wide field of candidates - including incumbents - enter the Moab City council race, and the public weighs in on a proposal to increase compensation levels for city council members. Plus, as Grand County's planning commission recommends banning new overnight lodging, Moab City staff says such a policy could have legal ramifications. Tune in!

KZMU News welcomes Carter Pape, staff writer for The Times-Independent, to the studios to discuss the latest news in Moab. This week - with high profit margins, hotels are crowding out many other businesses in town and directly affecting local housing stock. Plus, the city council considers removing overnight rentals as a protected use and re-instating their health benefits. Tune in!

KZMU welcomes Times-Independent reporter Carter Pape to the studio for a discussion on the paper's latest coverage. This week - SITLA calls the Love's truck stop in Spanish Valley a 'done deal' as the San Juan County Planning Commission promises a dark skies ordinance. Also, assistant city manager Joel Linares will take the head job this summer and Moab City considers major infrastructure improvements across town, including the Center Street Gym. Tune in.

Sara and Jenaye speak to Carter Pape, founder and host of the Praeci podcast.

Moses T. Alexander Greene has a proud history, background, and upbringing. He also has a lot to teach anybody who will listen—but particularly white people like me—just how directly the history of race impacts the history of all the things we hold dear, especially our university. Learn how NC State went from being exclusively for straight, white men to what it is today, and discussion about how we should wrestle with that history. And yes, we talked also about Dixie. For a little background, see Student Body President Jackie Gonzalez’s op-ed published in Technician on the word’s usage in NC State’s alma mater, and my response to her article.

Identity pervades political discourse, but societal rifts make conversations about identity nearly impossible, which then deepens political divides. How do we move forward in such a deeply divided society?