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In this week's Regional Roundup, we speak to Durango's new mayor, who has made history as the first Indigenous person to hold the position. We also hear about Aspen's queer prom that offers a safe and celebratory space for LGBTQ youth. Next is a story about a choir that uses choral music to spark important community conversations. Then, we tag along on a field trip with some elementary students as they explore the Valley Floor near Telluride. And finally, we hear from the author of "Her Place on the Map: 18 Women and the Colorado Wonders Named for Them."
This week on Regional Roundup, we hear about a recent study that scrutinizes early stage plans from Congress to use public lands for housing developments. We also hear about a water conservation program in Western Colorado, and a story about a horse rescue group working to save mustangs from kill buyers. To finish, we hear about a Navajo community in San Juan County that now has access to running water for the first time.
From beach jobs to headbutts, Breakfast Briefing Presenter Shane Beatty joins Andrea with plenty of stories from around the country this week!
This week on the Regional Roundup, as the Trump administration considers shrinking the size of several national monuments, including Bears Ears in Utah, we hear why the area is sacred to many tribes. We also learn about a program helping workers in one resort community who can't afford housing. Plus, a story about the ways in which federal immigration laws are affecting communities across the region.
Regional Roundup with Shane BeattyBreakfast Briefing Presenter Shane Beatty joins Andrea with plenty of stories from around the country this week!
This week on Regional Roundup, we hear voices from the Hands Off! protests in Denver and Salt Lake City that took place on April 19. We'll learn about hazard mitigation planning in communities across the Rocky Mountain West, and how a now-canceled federal program has helped with those efforts. Then, a story about a bill that would regulate social media in Colorado that's facing a potential veto from the governor. Finally, we hear about partnerships with landowners in Wyoming who are trying to mitigate chronic wasting disease in elk.
Breakfast Briefing Presenter Shane Beatty joins Andrea with plenty of stories from around the country this week!
This week on Regional Roundup, we hear reports from across the region on the "Hands Off" protests, which drew thousands to the streets as part of a nationwide day of action against recent Trump administration policies. We also visit a unique library in Westcliffe, Colorado, where people can check out musical instruments. Plus, we break down NEPA, a cornerstone of environmental law, and close the show with a story about a recent powwow in Durango.
We look at new provincial bills affecting municipal elections, governance, and policing. We also discuss the end of Front Yards in Bloom, the shameful state of the BMO building site, and the Old Strathcona Farmers' Market expanding to two days.Here are the relevant links for this episode:CrosswordsThe Taproot Mini brings a bit of fun to The PulseBills 49/50/51Alberta seeking to eliminate municipal code of conductCodes of conduct failed voters and municipalities, Alberta minister saysNews Release: Expanding municipal police service optionsNews Release: Modernizing municipal processesNews Release: Responding to the changing education systemFront Yards in BloomFarewell to Front Yards in BloomBMO building siteVacant problem problem property in downtown EdmontonPuneeta McBryan's post on LinkedInOld Strathcona Farmers' MarketEdmonton's Old Strathcona Farmers Market to be open on Sundays, too2019: The new business of farmers' markets in Edmonton2022: Renovations to bridge Old Strathcona Farmers' Market into the futureFrom the Taproot newsroomProvincial push for data centres could spike emissions, researcher saysCouncil's decision on Nordic spa erodes public access to river valley: AdvocatesRapid fireFringe Festival marks fundraising milestone but eyes monetizing portable toiletsNews Release: Annual Spring Sweep underwayElection questionIt's time to share what's on your election agendaWhat issues do you care about as you consider who to vote for in the 2025 municipal election, and why?This episode is brought to you by Park Power, your friendly, local utilities provider (and title sponsor of Taproot's Regional Roundup). Park Power offers electricity, natural gas, and internet to homes, businesses, and farms throughout Alberta. Learn more at parkpower.ca.Speaking Municipally is produced by Taproot Edmonton, the most reliable source of intelligence about what's happening in the Edmonton region. Through curiosity-driven original stories, tailored and useful newsletters, a comprehensive and innovative events calendar, and thought-provoking podcasts, we inform, connect, and inspire a more vibrant, engaged, and resilient Edmonton region.Sign up to get The Pulse, our weekday news briefing. It's free! ★ Support this podcast ★
From a budgie in a beer garden to Turkey hotel heroics, Breakfast Briefing Presenter Shane Beatty joins Andrea with plenty of stories from around the country this week!
This week on Regional Roundup, we take a closer look at the Sundance Film Festival's recent announcement that it will move from Park City, Utah—its home for 40 years—to Boulder, Colorado, starting in 2027. We hear from a Colorado lawmaker sponsoring legislation to provide the festival with tax credits, as well as the director of the Utah Film Commission on what the move means for the state. Also, we examine the carbon footprint of the food we eat and explore a new collection of essays that delves into the tension between growth and sustainability in the American West.
From Waterford blaas to sextuplet lambs, Breakfast Briefing Presenter Shane Beatty joins Andrea with plenty of stories from around the country this week!
This week on Regional Roundup, we hear from civil rights icon Dolores Huerta, who spoke about immigrant rights recently at a rally in Denver, as well as from representatives from nonprofits that aid immigrants in the region. Plus, we hear from the producer of a new podcast that looks at recreation economies in the region, including in Moab.
From loo of the year to takeaway troubles, Breakfast Briefing Presenter Shane Beatty joins Andrea with plenty of stories from around the country this week!
This week on the Regional Roundup, we learn about a recent rally in support of fired federal workers and hear from a federal employee on the significance of public lands. We also explore what Ramadan means to one Utah resident, delve into the history of a small-town newspaper in rural Colorado, and highlight a key moment in LGBTQ history in Boulder, Colorado.
From the stars in Ireland for Patrick's Day to a bizarre experience for Irish ghost hunters, Breakfast Briefing Presenter Shane Beatty joins Andrea with plenty of stories from around the country this week!
This week on the Regional Roundup, we'll get reports on the latest wolf activity in Wyoming and Colorado. We'll also hear how students, researchers, medical professionals, and community members across the region took part in Stand Up for Science events on March 7. Plus, a report on the significance of Ramadan, and to finish up, a story on how a nonprofit on Colorado's Western Slope is supporting survivors of domestic abuse.
From Covid lockdown memories to a public fox survey, Tara Duggan from Newstalk's Newsroom joins guest host Adrian Kennedy with plenty of stories from around the country this week!
This week on Regional Roundup, we'll hear how researchers are studying the impact of recreation on public lands and the natural environment. We also hear from an immigration attorney provides an overview of how new laws and executive orders are affecting immigrants. Plus a story about Moab's high schoolers as they prepare for prom.
From big barefoot walks to big filming in Galway, Breakfast Briefing Presenter Shane Beatty joins guest host Jess Kelly with plenty of stories from around the country this week!
This week on Regional Roundup, we'll hear about a commemorative climb that honored the 10th Mountain Division and their role in blocking Hitler's defensive Gothic Line in Italy during World War II. We also drop in on the trials for the U.S. Olympic Mixed Curling Team, which took place recently in Colorado. To finish up, we examine the high cost of housing in the region, and the problem of under insurance due to wildfire.
From inheritance scams to dog bakeries, Breakfast Briefing Presenter Shane Beatty joins Andrea with plenty of stories from around the country this week!
This week on Regional Roundup, we'll hear from communities across the Mountain West that are protesting new executive orders from the Trump administration regarding immigration. We also hear about Wyoming and Utah's ongoing public lands debates over state versus federal control. Plus, a story about a citizen science project to gauge bird population size. And finally, a story on the history of Black communities in Colorado.
From an Irish paramedic saving lives abroad to a dog eating teddy bears, Breakfast Briefing Presenter Shane Beatty joins Andrea with plenty of stories from around the country this week!
This week on Regional Roundup, we hear why diversity is needed in climate research following the Trump administration's cuts to DEI programs at federal agencies. We also hear about two new films that premiered at the recent Sundance Film Festival in Utah, and we tag along with some birders in Boulder County, Colorado, on the trail of hundreds of wild turkeys that roost in cottonwood trees.
This week on Regional Roundup, we hear about the potential for geothermal energy in the Rocky Mountain West. A sociologist who studies gangs dispels the myths around immigration and gang violence. And we hear from some young mushers at a recent dog sled tournament.
Tom and Joey are joined live in studio by Tim Berninger of Finn Bay Lodge to talk more about the lodge and what’s happening at the boat shows, they give a Regional Roundup including Skagit/Sauk and Peninsula steel and more, they are joined by Ben Rosenbach of mixedmetaloutdoors.com in the BeauMac TECH Line to talk about the big steelhead forecast, then they give their picks of the week.
From Fota Park to the best work-life balance, Breakfast Briefing Presenter Shane Beatty joins Andrea with plenty of stories from around the country this week!
This week on Regional Roundup, we cover gun legislation in Colorado and Wyoming, discuss wildfire preparedness in the arid West, visit a snow plane rally in Idaho, and explore an artists' residency in southeastern Utah.
This week on Regional Roundup, we hear voices from People's Marches across the region in protest of President Donald Trumps stance on social justice issues such as reproductive rights and immigration. We also hear about a coalition of labor unions calling for a renewed focus on clean energy jobs. Plus, we have a story about the Indy Pass, a cheaper ski pass that offers access to independent and smaller ski resorts around the Rocky Mountain West.
From a crazy Carrauntoohil hike to ‘smart' benches, Breakfast Briefing Presenter Shane Beatty joins guest host Jonathan Healy with plenty of stories from around the country this week!
This week on Regional Roundup, we explore efforts to rename sections of a Colorado highway in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. We also hear from one Utah academic who draws parallels between the state's elimination of diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and historical resistance to racial integration at public swimming pools. Finally, we examine how communities across the Rocky Mountain West are collaborating to manage wildfire risks.
From car park charges to cúpla focal, Breakfast Briefing Presenter Shane Beatty joins Andrea with plenty of stories from around the country this week!
This week on Regional Roundup, as Colorado prepares to reintroduce another pack of wolves, we hear from biologist Diane Boyd, who recounts four decades of wolf research in her new memoir "A Woman Among Wolves." We also hear a story on how immigrant rights groups are battling misinformation and bracing for a second Trump administration. And finally, we hear from Aspen author Auden Schlender, who asks us to be better climate citizens in his new book "Terrible Beauty: Reckoning with Climate Complicity and Rediscovering Our Soul."
From kindness in the cold weather to Wexford being shown to America, Breakfast Briefing Presenter Shane Beatty joins Andrea with plenty of stories from around the country this week!
This week on Regional Roundup, we hear from Utah author Elizabeth Smart, who has been a tireless advocate for abuse survivors since her kidnapping at age 14. We also explore how a smaller-sized piano at CU Boulder is helping musicians avoid injury, hear a fire spotter's story, and learn one film critic's top five movies of 2024.
This week on Regional Roundup, we hear from a new podcast about the ripple effects of gun violence in communities across the West. We also share water stories from an Indigenous perspective, produced by Tribal Water Media Fellows at Fort Lewis College in Durango, Colorado. Finally, we examine how immigrant communities across the region are bracing for a second Trump administration.
This week on Regional Roundup, we learn how one festive treat — chocolate — may be good for our health but dangerous for our pets. Then, we explore some local Santa schools that prepare mall Santas and their helpers.
In this episode, Richard Pater speaks to Jonathan Paris about the latest developments following the fall of Assad. They discuss the future of Syria and the role of Turkey and Iran plus the potential ramifications for Lebanon and Jordan. Jonathan also explores the potential strategy of the incoming Trump administration in relation to Iran. Jonathan Paris is a London-based Middle East analyst and former fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations in New York. He is currently Senior Fellow at the Center for Advanced Studies on Terrorism (CAST) and Senior Advisor Emeritus at the Chertoff Group where he shares his expertise on the region.
This week on Regional Roundup, we hear how one mountain community came together to feed firefighters during a wildfire in August. Tag along with birdwatchers taking advantage of winter conditions to spot a variety of species. A range rider is featured in a film of the same name chronicling his efforts to reduce human-wolf conflict. Plus, a commentary on how nature is becoming increasingly unreliable due to climate change.
This week on Regional Roundup, we examine how a second Trump administration could affect the Rocky Mountain West. From public lands and energy policy to climate science research and the impacts on immigrant communities, the region faces potential changes on multiple fronts. We hear stories from RMCR, KGNU, and KHOL.
After four days of debate, Edmonton city council approved adjustments to the 2025 budget, setting a 6.1% property tax increase for next year. In this episode, we dig into some of the key moments throughout the debate. We talk about photo radar, trees, and community sandboxes.Here are the relevant links for this episode:BudgetNews Release: City Council confirms fall budget adjustmentsEdmonton city council approves 6.1% tax hike for 2025Budget 2025: Explore Edmonton asks city for $6M or won't run Expo centre and convention centreEdmonton city council looking for ways to lower tax increase as budget deliberations heat upEdmonton mayor releases budget plan to shave two per cent off 2025 tax hikeMayor Sohi's budget pageOn the agenda: Fall budget adjustmentCouncil continues final budget adjustment deliberationsDowntown buildingsCity of Edmonton planning to sell 2 downtown office buildings, relocate hundreds of staffPhoto radarNews Release: Putting an end to the photo radar cash cowAlberta government aims to cut photo radar sites by 70%'Absolutely concerned': Edmonton mayor, councillors react to Alberta photo radar planCommunity sandboxesSome community leagues opt to maintain their own sandboxes after city-wide program shrinksTree plantingNews Release: City surpasses planting record for a second year, moving closer to two million tree goalFrom the Taproot newsroomDeparture of Good Goods from downtown leaves business association with few optionsOptions for new bike lanes on Victoria Promenade hit planning stageRapid fireGet Free Studded Tires to Ride Through the Winter'Hilarious': Alberta premier responds to Trump's 51st state joke, emphasizes need for trade ties with U.S.Trio aims to be a 'catalyst' in Chinatown with Boa and HareWhy Edmonton's work on Indigenous-led housing remains complexThis episode is brought to you by Park Power, your friendly, local utilities provider (and title sponsor of Taproot's Regional Roundup). Park Power offers electricity, natural gas, and internet to homes, businesses, and farms throughout Alberta. Learn more at parkpower.ca.Speaking Municipally is produced by Taproot Edmonton, the most reliable source of intelligence about what's happening in the Edmonton region. Through curiosity-driven original stories, tailored and useful newsletters, a comprehensive and innovative events calendar, and thought-provoking podcasts, we inform, connect, and inspire a more vibrant, engaged, and resilient Edmonton region.Sign up to get The Pulse, our weekday news briefing. It's free! ★ Support this podcast ★
This week on Regional Roundup, we hear about a former monastery near Aspen, Colorado, that community members are rallying to conserve. We meet runners who competed in a 240-mile race in southeast Utah, and a new book examines how horses forever altered the course of human history.
This week on the Regional Roundup, we celebrate Native American Heritage Month. We hear from a Diné musician who combines electronic music with traditional singing and drumming, a former Navajo ranger who recounts his experiences with the paranormal in a new memoir, and from the Native American Rights Fund about ongoing barriers facing Native voters.
Tom and Joey are live in studio and give a preview for turkey day week outdoors activities, they give a Regional Roundup including ducks, late bucks, and chums, they are joined by Ben Rosenbach of Mixedmetalsoutdoors.com in the BeauMac TECH Line to talk about coho in the cricks, then they give their picks of the week.
This week on Regional Roundup, we take a look at President Biden's recent apology for federal Indian boarding schools, with reaction from tribal communities across the region. We also report on Indigenous voter turnout in southeast Utah and share a story about a round dance in Durango. This week's show features stories from KSJD, KRCL, KZMU and KSUT Tribal Radio.
This week on Regional Roundup, we explore the legacy of Grizzly 399, Wyoming's beloved bear, whose recent death has made national headlines and inspired memorials around the state. Then, we travel to southwest Colorado, where a Payment for Ecosystem Services program is reshaping conservation efforts by rewarding farmers who cultivate healthy ecosystems. In Lake City, we check out a powerlifting competition that builds community in this tiny mountain town. Finally, we experience the extraordinary acoustics of The Tank in Rangely, Colorado, an abandoned water tank that draws musicians from around the world. This week's show features stories from KHOL, KOTO, KVNF and KZMU.
This week on Regional Roundup, we look ahead to the elections and cover a recent Walk to the Polls event on the Navajo Nation. We also discuss a project that puts voters' concerns at the center of election news coverage. In addition, a former diplomat reminds us of our civic duties in his new book on democracy, and a psychologist explains how emotions impact the way we vote.
This week on Regional Roundup, we explore the history of abortion in Colorado, follow a DACA recipient's journey to Mexico to reunite with family members, examine the transition from coal to renewable energy on the Navajo Nation, and look at a circus visiting Moab amid accusations of animal cruelty. Contributors to this week's show include Abby O'Brien and Halle Zander of Aspen Public Radio, Adam Burke of KSUT, and Emily Arntsen of KZMU.
Tom and Joey are live in studio and talk about October coming to a close, they do a Regional Roundup and talk coho, ducks, blacktails, and more, then they are joined by Mike Zavadlov of Mike Z’s Guide Service to discuss Olympic Peninsula salmon action, then they are joined by David Toyer to talk about the dangers of the “Rights of Nature” movement.