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The National Park Service rescinded an order last week that would have allowed vehicles like ATVs and UTVs in Utah’s parks by Nov 1. In a press release, officials say this reversal came after “further consultation between the National Park Service and the Department of Interior, including the Secretary of the Interior.” And later in the news, our partners at Rocky Mountain Community Radio have a story that resonates across the West, exposing the often deep divides in communities increasingly reliant on tourism dollars.

The National Park Service rescinded an order last week that would have allowed vehicles like ATVs and UTVs in Utah’s parks by Nov 1. In a press release, officials say this reversal came after “further consultation between the National Park Service and the Department of Interior, including the Secretary of the Interior.” And later in the news, our partners at Rocky Mountain Community Radio have a story that resonates across the West, exposing the often deep divides in communities increasingly reliant on tourism dollars.

*Saturday Extra* KZMU's first annual Rocky Road Roundtable was Monday Oct 21st. During this live radio event, candidates answer thoughtful, hard-hitting questions on topics including sustainability, quality of life initiatives for low-income workers, and incentivizing affordable housing. Participants include KZMU News, The Times-Independent, the Moab Sun News, the Moab Chamber of Commerce, and the public. This is a must listen for any resident interested in community issues. Tune in and hear directly from the six hopeful candidates who would like to represent you.

Election Day is Tuesday, November 5th. Voting is by mail, and all current registered voters in Moab City were sent a ballot on Oct 15th. You can still register to vote online at vote.utah.gov or in person at the Grand County Clerk’s Office, 125 East Center Street.

*Saturday Extra* KZMU's first annual Rocky Road Roundtable was Monday Oct 21st. During this live radio event, candidates answer thoughtful, hard-hitting questions on topics including sustainability, quality of life initiatives for low-income workers, and incentivizing affordable housing. Participants include KZMU News, The Times-Independent, the Moab Sun News, the Moab Chamber of Commerce, and the public. This is a must listen for any resident interested in community issues. Tune in and hear directly from the six hopeful candidates who would like to represent you.

Election Day is Tuesday, November 5th. Voting is by mail, and all current registered voters in Moab City were sent a ballot on Oct 15th. You can still register to vote online at vote.utah.gov or in person at the Grand County Clerk’s Office, 125 East Center Street.

KZMU welcomes Doug McMurdo, associate editor of The Times-Independent, to the station for a discussion on the paper's latest coverage. This week - the study committee, stuck over the question of new districts and which entity has the authority to make them, continues their work on changing Grand County's form of government. Then, the Utah Court of Appeals hears oral arguments in the case against the proposed Lionsback Resort, adjacent to Sand Flats Recreation Area. Plus, Election Day is November 5th. Tune in.

KZMU welcomes Doug McMurdo, associate editor of The Times-Independent, to the station for a discussion on the paper's latest coverage. This week - the study committee, stuck over the question of new districts and which entity has the authority to make them, continues their work on changing Grand County's form of government. Then, the Utah Court of Appeals hears oral arguments in the case against the proposed Lionsback Resort, adjacent to Sand Flats Recreation Area. Plus, Election Day is November 5th. Tune in.

The Day of the Dead Festival or Festival del Dia de Muertos is a deeply meaningful celebration of life, meant to honor the spirits of loved ones who have passed away. Some people say its a time when those spirits return to earth to visit the living. The Moab Valley Multicultural Center is celebrating Day of the Dead this Sunday, and as per tradition, community members can expect brightly decorated altars, traditional Latin cuisine, live mariachi, and folk art. In honor of this unique celebration, we're rebroadcasting our feature story from the 2018 event.

The Day of the Dead Festival or Festival del Dia de Muertos is a deeply meaningful celebration of life, meant to honor the spirits of loved ones who have passed away. Some people say its a time when those spirits return to earth to visit the living. The Moab Valley Multicultural Center is celebrating Day of the Dead this Sunday, and as per tradition, community members can expect brightly decorated altars, traditional Latin cuisine, live mariachi, and folk art. In honor of this unique celebration, we're rebroadcasting our feature story from the 2018 event.

According to audio obtained by High Country News, acting BLM Director William Perry Pendley faced questioning from staff over the decision to move career positions to Grand Junction, CO. Today's news features an interview with HCN reporter Nick Bowlin, speaking with our partners at KDNK about this upheaval at the BLM, consolidation of policymaking power, and the future of public lands management.

According to audio obtained by High Country News, acting BLM Director William Perry Pendley faced questioning from staff over the decision to move career positions to Grand Junction, CO. Today's news features an interview with HCN reporter Nick Bowlin, speaking with our partners at KDNK about this upheaval at the BLM, consolidation of policymaking power, and the future of public lands management.