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KZMU News
Regional Roundup: These weed-eating goats help manage fire fuels

KZMU News

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2025 29:00


This week on the Regional Roundup, we hear a story about a herd of goats that are managing fire fuels in Colorado by grazing weeds. We also hear about the history of Lincoln Hills, a once-thriving resort for African Americans just outside of Denver. Plus, we share an excerpt from our recent regional call-in show on public lands, and we hear a conversation about how climate change is impacting tick populations in the Mountain West.

KOTO Community Radio News
Newscast 8-15-25 RMCR Roundup

KOTO Community Radio News

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2025 29:00


This week's Regional Roundup from Rocky Mountain Community Radio includes a look at efforts to commemorate the 140th anniversary of the massacre of Chinese workers in Rock Springs, Wyoming. We head to a rural Colorado gymkhana, where riders of all ages show off their skills. We listen in on an audio postcard capturing the birdsong of a Ponderosa pine woodland near Boulder, and we visit a bustling farmers market in Paonia, Colorado. We round out the show hearing from the author of Food Fight: Misguided Policies, Supply Challenges, and the Impending Struggle to Feed a Hungry World about the challenges ahead for feeding the planet.

Speaking Municipally
ETS is hot to go

Speaking Municipally

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2025 47:07


This week, we drive into the wonderful world of transit memes aboard route #4. Plus, the push to close 76 Avenue to cars, the latest efforts to address noisy vehicles, and the need to repair community league facilities.Here are the relevant links for this episode:Police blotter'Unleashing': Politicians Say Ex-Police Watchdog's Insults Go Too FarTransit loveHow two transit movements take similar routes to highlight positivity in place of negativityWellbeing In Transit : Design JamMay 2011: Leading the Way: LRT Dance Party in Edmonton76 AvenueJanuary 2025: 'Bold' vision for 76 Ave calls for rerouting vehicle trafficCity hall committee recommends Mill Creek bridge replacements, daylighting creekCampaign contributionsVoters told Taproot they want campaign contributions disclosed before the electionNoisy vehiclesJuly 2024: $1,000 tickets haven't stopped noisy vehicles: councillorFebruary 2023: Obnoxiously loud vehicles will be fined $1K following changes to bylaw passed by Edmonton city councilFebruary 2021: Edmonton noisy vehicle enforcement pilot sees mixed resultsCommunity leaguesReport shows community league facilities need $30M by 2028 and $100M by 2035Rapid fireEdmonton mayoral candidate Andrew Knack takes campaign to sidewalk — literallyAlberta to launch anti-speeding campaign following 'deeply concerning' surge in fatal collisions in EdmontonLas Vegas is hurting as tourism drops. Are Canadians behind the Sin City slump?Election projectWhat issues do you care about as you consider who to vote for in the 2025 municipal election, and why?A progress report on Taproot's election projectWhat we heard at our election listening sessionsThis 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.This episode is also brought to you by The Workup, a downtown coworking space featuring cozy common areas, adorned with flourishing greenery, which offer a tranquil retreat to unwind or casually collaborate with team members amidst a backdrop of radiant natural sunlight. Learn More ➔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 ★

KZMU News
Regional Roundup: Kids in rural Colorado show off horseback riding skills at annual gymkhana

KZMU News

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2025 29:00


This week on the Regional Roundup, we hear about a commemoration of the 140th anniversary of the massacre of Chinese workers in Rock Springs, Wyoming. We also hear about a rural Colorado gymkhana event, where riders of all ages show off their horseback riding skills. Plus, stories about woodland birdsongs near Boulder, a bustling farmer's market in Paonia, Colorado, and an interview with the author of Food Fight: Misguided Policies, Supply Challenges, and the Impending Struggle to Feed a Hungry World.

Highlights from Lunchtime Live
Regional Roundup with Shane Beatty

Highlights from Lunchtime Live

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2025 12:41


From an international first date with a Longford man to objections to a British billionaire's Waterford mansion, Breakfast Briefing Presenter Shane Beatty joins Andrea Gilligan with plenty of stories from around the country this week!

KZMU News
Regional Roundup: How is Moab monitoring extreme heat?

KZMU News

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2025 29:00


This week on the Regional Roundup, we hear about efforts to map extreme heat in Moab, Utah. We also have a story about the Bird Conservancy of the Rockies and the work the organization is doing to protect bird species across the region. Plus, we visit the Montrose County Fair to meet 4H students as they showcase their animals. And we finish off with an interview with investigative journalist Will Potter discussing his latest book, Little Red Barns: Hiding the Truth from Farm to Fable.

Highlights from Lunchtime Live
Regional Roundup with Shane Beatty

Highlights from Lunchtime Live

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2025 11:48


From misbehaving toilets to Braveheart 30th celebrations, Breakfast Briefing Presenter Shane Beatty joins Andrea Gilligan with plenty of stories from around the country this week!

Highlights from Lunchtime Live
Regional Roundup with Shane Beatty

Highlights from Lunchtime Live

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2025 12:22


From WWII movie filming to Limerick being the home of Halloween, Breakfast Briefing Presenter Shane Beatty joins Andrea Gilligan with plenty of stories from around the country this week!

KZMU News
Regional Roundup: How is social media affecting your favorite local trail?

KZMU News

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2025 29:00


This week on the Regional Roundup, we revisit the award-winning series called “Loved to Death,” which explores the complex relationship between tourism and the environment. The series looks at the impact of social media influencers on local trails, a timed-entry system at Rocky Mountain National Park aimed at controlling crowds, and a historic railroad's switch from coal to oil-powered engines after a wildfire. It also examines the threat of invasive species carried in by visitors.

Highlights from Lunchtime Live
Regional Roundup with Shane Beatty

Highlights from Lunchtime Live

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2025 14:20


From build-up to the All-Ireland to a snake roaming Cork, Breakfast Briefing Presenter Shane Beatty joins guest host Anna Daly with plenty of stories from around the country this week!

Highlights from Lunchtime Live
Regional Roundup with Shane Beatty

Highlights from Lunchtime Live

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2025 10:01


From funny seniors to Ugandan GAA, Breakfast Briefing Presenter Shane Beatty joins Andrea with plenty of stories from around the country this week!

KZMU News
Regional Roundup: Extreme heat in rural communities

KZMU News

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2025 29:00


In this week's Regional Roundup, we hear about the different ways people are staying cool this summer, and how extreme heat is taking a significant toll on rural communities. We also hear an audio postcard from Green River, Utah, about the tradition of melon growing, and a story about solar panels that could make farms more resilient. We finish up with a story about the Colorado researchers who are taking part in a major national study on hail.

Speaking Municipally
You're out of order! You're out of order! This whole council is out of order!

Speaking Municipally

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2025 39:07


Council is about to start its summer break, but not before making a bunch of decisions that could shape the future of Edmonton. Infill and the zoning bylaw changes are the big item again this week, but we also talk about the Downtown CRL extension, the Winspear Centre expansion, road widening, a proposal for free parking, and more.Here are the relevant links for this episode:CRLEdmonton council extends Downtown CRL, ending two days of debateWinspear CentreOctober 2024: Winspear expansion in final push for fundraising and constructionCity Council - March 18, 2025Bike skills parkEdmonton approves seven-acre mountain bike facility in river valleyParking ban towingCity approves return of tow trucks during parking bansDowntown district energyNews Release: City Council approves growth of Downtown District Energy InitiativeInfill and zoning bylawHere are the proposed changes to Edmonton's zoning bylaw set for debate this week'Absolute mess': Public put on hold as city council wades through marathon zoning sessionEdmonton city councillor's infill moratorium attempt fails for legal reasonsEdmonton councillors blast Cartmell for failed infill motionZoning bylaw debate poses some thorny issues for Edmonton councilFree parkingFree parking plan aims to revive Edmonton's coreRoad wideningEdmonton looking to widen some roads due to growing traffic congestionRapid fireFrats and sororities, evicted by U of A, struggle to find housing in GarneauEx-UCP MLAs reviving Alberta's Progressive Conservative PartyAlberta posts surplus of $8.3B in 2024-25 fiscal yearElection projectWhat issues do you care about as you consider who to vote for in the 2025 municipal election, and why?A progress report on Taproot's election projectWhat we heard at our election listening sessionsThis 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 ★

Highlights from Lunchtime Live
Regional Round-Up

Highlights from Lunchtime Live

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2025 11:59


In this week's Regional Roundup, Shane Beatty checks in with stories and voices from across the country.From #lovedonegal day reaching 99 million people to Bruce Springsteen's ancestral Kildare home becoming a tourist Mecca.Listen here.

KZMU News
Regional Roundup: A conservative perspective on conservation

KZMU News

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2025 3:47


This week on the Regional Roundup, we hear about a new podcast that explores the ripple effect of gun violence after the King Soopers shooting in Boulder, Colorado. We also hear from a right-leaning environmental group that says conservation is a conservative value. And we finish up with two stories about insects in our region — the challenges facing pollinators in the West and a citizen science project to better understand fireflies in Utah.

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Amy D Steps 4-5 Appalachian Regional Roundup 2025

Mad Dog Recovery AA Speakers

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2025 46:32


Amy D covers steps 4-5 at Appalachian Regional Roundup 2025

KZMU News
Regional Roundup: Communities across the West participate in No Kings protests

KZMU News

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2025 29:00


This week on the Regional Roundup, we'll hear about No Kings protests across the region, including a look at the fatal shooting of a bystander at the Salt Lake City rally. Also in the episode, we'll hear about Republican efforts to sell off public land, the impact of Medicaid cuts, and proposed changes to the Endangered Species Act.

Highlights from Lunchtime Live
Regional Roundup with Shane Beatty

Highlights from Lunchtime Live

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 11:36


From free repairs to therapy dogs, Breakfast Briefing Presenter Shane Beatty joins Andrea with plenty of stories from around the country this week!

KZMU News
Regional Roundup: Senior athletes, summer bikepacking, and Pride month celebrations

KZMU News

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 29:00


This week on the Regional Roundup, we'll hear stories about a 90-year-old javelin thrower who stole the show at the Colorado Senior Games, a grueling 350-mile bikepacking route through the Rockies, and a queer brass band from Salt Lake City that's celebrating Pride month.

Highlights from Lunchtime Live
Regional Roundup with Shane Beatty

Highlights from Lunchtime Live

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2025 12:46


From Tidy Towns to dirty dentures, Breakfast Briefing Presenter Shane Beatty joins Andrea with plenty of stories from around the country this week!

KZMU News
Regional Roundup: What could the Uinta Basin Railway ruling mean for future regulation?

KZMU News

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 29:00


This week on the Regional Roundup, we hear about the recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling on the Uinta Basin Railway and what it could mean for the future of environmental regulation. Then, a story about three of our partner stations that have joined NPR a lawsuit against the Trump administration for cuts to public media funds. Next, we hear from author Craig Childs about his new book The Wild Dark: Finding the Night Sky in the Age of Light. And we finish with a visit to the Jackson Hole Rodeo, a summer tradition in Wyoming.

KZMU News
Regional Roundup: Planting trees in Moab and Grand Junction can mitigate extreme heat

KZMU News

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2025 29:00


On this week's Regional Roundup, we hear how planting trees in Grand Junction and Moab can help mitigate extreme heat. Next, we bring you an audio postcard that captures the sounds of migrating birds in the region. We'll also hear stories about an initiative in Western Colorado to keep more water in the Colorado River without impacting irrigators, a visit from Tibetan monks who blessed the North Fork River, efforts to find safe housing for domestic violence victims in the area, and how educators are trying to teach teenagers about consent.

Highlights from Lunchtime Live
Regional Roundup with Shane Beatty

Highlights from Lunchtime Live

Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025 12:18


From Cork culinary wins to rural social woes, Breakfast Briefing Presenter Shane Beatty joins Andrea with plenty of stories from around the country this week!

KZMU News
Regional Roundup: Queer proms across the region provide safe spaces for teens

KZMU News

Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 29:00


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."

Highlights from Lunchtime Live
Regional Roundup with Shane Beatty

Highlights from Lunchtime Live

Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 9:55


From Kerry chaos to Tipperary's connection to tennis, Breakfast Briefing Presenter Shane Beatty joins Andrea with plenty of stories from around the country this week!

KZMU News
Regional Roundup: Are public lands a good option for affordable housing developments?

KZMU News

Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 29:00


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.

Highlights from Lunchtime Live
Regional Roundup with Shane Beatty

Highlights from Lunchtime Live

Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 11:30


From Galway being the best to Carlow being Pope-obsessed, Breakfast Briefing Presenter Shane Beatty joins Andrea with plenty of stories from around the country this week!

Highlights from Lunchtime Live
Regional Roundup with Shane Beatty

Highlights from Lunchtime Live

Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 9:53


From beach jobs to headbutts, Breakfast Briefing Presenter Shane Beatty joins Andrea with plenty of stories from around the country this week!

KZMU News
Regional Roundup: Tribes speak out against threats to sacred Bears Ears National Monument

KZMU News

Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 29:00


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.

Highlights from Lunchtime Live
Regional Roundup with Shane Beatty

Highlights from Lunchtime Live

Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2025 11:07


Regional Roundup with Shane BeattyBreakfast Briefing Presenter Shane Beatty joins Andrea with plenty of stories from around the country this week!

KZMU News
Regional Roundup: Communities across the region continue to rally for public lands

KZMU News

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 29:00


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.

Highlights from Lunchtime Live
Regional Roundup with Shane Beatty

Highlights from Lunchtime Live

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 9:35


Breakfast Briefing Presenter Shane Beatty joins Andrea with plenty of stories from around the country this week!

KZMU News
Regional Roundup: Communities across the region rally for public lands

KZMU News

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2025 29:00


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.

Speaking Municipally
The only rule is there are no rules

Speaking Municipally

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2025 37:06


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 ★

Highlights from Lunchtime Live
Regional Roundup with Shane Beatty

Highlights from Lunchtime Live

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2025 10:00


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!

KZMU News
Regional Roundup: Sundance Film Festival will relocate to Colorado

KZMU News

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2025 29:00


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.

Highlights from Lunchtime Live
Regional Roundup with Shane Beatty

Highlights from Lunchtime Live

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2025 11:27


From Waterford blaas to sextuplet lambs, Breakfast Briefing Presenter Shane Beatty joins Andrea with plenty of stories from around the country this week!

KZMU News
Regional Roundup: How are civil rights activists currently protecting immigrants in the Mountain West?

KZMU News

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2025 29:00


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.

Highlights from Lunchtime Live
Regional Roundup with Shane Beatty

Highlights from Lunchtime Live

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2025 11:02


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!

KZMU News
Regional Roundup: Standing up for federal workers and public lands

KZMU News

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2025 29:00


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.

KZMU News
Regional Roundup: Students and researchers rally for science across the region

KZMU News

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2025 29:00


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.

KZMU News
Regional Roundup: Immigration lawyer discusses how new executive orders are affecting immigrants

KZMU News

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2025 29:00


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.

KZMU News
Regional Roundup: Olympic curling team visits Colorado

KZMU News

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2025 29:00


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.

KZMU News
Regional Roundup: Mountain West communities rally to support immigrant rights

KZMU News

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2025 29:00


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.

KZMU News
Regional Roundup: Trump administration cuts DEI programs at federal agencies

KZMU News

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2025 28:59


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.

KZMU News
Regional Roundup: Is the Mountain West a new hotspot for geothermal energy?

KZMU News

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2025 29:00


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.

Outdoor Line
Hour 1: Tim Berninger of Finn Bay Lodge Joins the Show!

Outdoor Line

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2025 44:57


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.

KZMU News
Regional Roundup: Gun Laws, Snow Planes, Wildfires & More

KZMU News

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2025 29:00


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.

KZMU News
Regional Roundup: Communities advocate for reproductive rights as Trump takes office

KZMU News

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2025 29:00


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.

KZMU News
Regional Roundup: How is Utah's ban on diversity, equity and inclusion affecting colleges across the state?

KZMU News

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2025 29:00


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.