KZMU News

Dear listener, we are experimenting with Mondays! Today we have a story from our archives. With all the Jeepers returning to local trails for Easter Jeep Safari, we thought we’d revisit this audio portrait of Sonja Nicolaisen at Sand Flats Recreation Area. It first aired in April 2021. Thanks for listening!

// Original Broadcast:

https://www.kzmu.org/friday-april-2-2021/

The Diné Household Water Survey is examining water quality and access on tribal lands. This study aims to learn more about water from the Navajo Nation to Rio Grande pueblos. Plus, the latest in adaptive sports equipment was in use at the recent National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic in our region. And, New Mexico has started the annual spring ritual of cleaning ancient irrigation ditches, known as acequias.

Plus, the Weekly News Reel! Sophia Fisher of The Times-Independent talks spring flood preparedness, rising utility rates at Moab City, alternative dwelling overlay projects, and a Veteran’s group using the outdoors for healing. Alison Harford of the Moab Sun News discusses new leadership at Science Moab, a long-running Moab magic show, and senior happenings at the Grand Center. And, the Moab Sun News tells us ‘what happened’ at this week’s city council meeting.

Show Notes:

//Aspen Public Radio: National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic brings adaptive sports technology to Snowmass

https://www.aspenpublicradio.org/local-news/2023-03-28/national-disabled-veterans-winter-sports-clinic-brings-adaptive-sports-technology-to-snowmass

Weekly News Reel Mentions:

//The Times-Independent: ‘It could be pretty ugly’ - Officials warn of spring flooding

https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/it-could-be-pretty-ugly-officials-warn-of-spring-flooding/

//The Times-Independent: City stormwater fee to double

https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/city-stormwater-fee-to-double/

//The Times-Independent: Culinary water impact fees increase

https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/culinary-water-impact-fees-increase/

//The Times-Independent: Planning Commission forwards support of 4 ADO apps

https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/planning-commission-forwards-support-of-4-ado-apps/

//The Times-Independent: Using Moab’s night sky to heal

https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/using-moabs-night-sky-to-heal/

//Moab Sun News: Science Moab puts down roots

https://moabsunnews.com/2023/03/30/science-moab-puts-down-roots/

//Moab Sun News: Rick Boretti’s magic show isn’t only for kids

https://moabsunnews.com/2023/03/30/rick-boretti-magic-show/

//Moab Sun News: Grand Center offers a gathering place for seniors

https://moabsunnews.com/2023/03/30/grand-center-offers-a-gathering-place-for-seniors/

A hoax phone call sent Moab schools into lockdown on Wednesday. It was one of over a dozen calls placed yesterday affecting communities across Utah. State and federal law enforcement are currently investigating the source of the calls. We also hear from a representative of Everytown For Gun Safety, who says there are long term impacts on students and their families living under the constant threat of gun violence. Plus, Arches National Park will use a timed-entry system again this tourist season to prevent overcrowding. And later, the EPA is studying better waste solutions in tourist towns.

Show Notes:

// Photo: Grand County High School. Hoax calls affected thirteen Utah schools on Wednesday, sending many into lockdown.

//Everytown For Gun Safety

https://www.everytown.org/

//Arches National Park Tickets on Recreation.gov

https://www.recreation.gov/timed-entry/10088426

//KOTO: EPA Studies the Grimy Side of Tourism

https://www.koto.org/featured-news-stories/2023/3/23/cct7livoqnwjuc7yg46ibwok0nyu4o

A new federal bill would allow agencies like the National Park Service to develop housing on — and off — public lands. Local elected officials are optimistic about the legislation, which would support seasonal workers, but have concerns related to privatization in the National Parks. Plus, folks in our region shared their anger with big banks funding fossil fuels in a series of protests and rallies. And later, Wyoming’s abortion ban was temporarily reversed and snowpack in the Upper Colorado River Basin reached a record high.

Show Notes:

//HR 1314: LODGE Act

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/1314?s=1&r=1

//KOTO: Telluride Rallies for Climate Change

https://www.koto.org/featured-news-stories/2023/3/23/telluride-rallies-for-climate-justice

//KHOL: Wyoming’s recent abortion ban is reversed for now

https://891khol.org/wyomings-recent-abortion-ban-is-reversed-for-now/

The Bureau of Land Management wants more feedback on a proposal to restrict camping near Moab. The area in question is a popular dispersed camping spot near Labyrinth Rims and Gemini Bridges just north of town. And later, public submissions are open for a queer abolitionist book about the Great Salt Lake. Plus, our radio partners report on a new cremation option in our region that’s viewed as more environmentally friendly; one that uses water instead of fire. And finally, we preview the Moab City Council agenda.

// Show Notes:

// Photo: Dispersed camping on public lands in Grand County. The BLM asking for more feedback on camping restrictions in the Moab area.

// Public Comment on Camping within the Labyrinth Rims/Gemini Bridges Area

https://eplanning.blm.gov/eplanning-ui/project/2015209/570

// (Archive) KZMU: BLM Considers New Camping Rules For Popular Sites in Grand County

https://www.kzmu.org/blm-considers-new-camping-rules-for-popular-sites-in-grand-county/

// UPR: Public submissions are open for a queer abolitionist book about Great Salt Lake

https://www.upr.org/arts-and-culture/2023-03-17/public-submissions-are-open-for-a-queer-abolitionist-book-about-great-salt-lake

// KUNC: Bathed to the bone - This new cremation method uses water instead of flame

https://www.kunc.org/news/2023-03-15/bathed-to-the-bone-this-new-cremation-method-uses-water-instead-of-flame

// Moab City Council Meeting March 28th

https://moabcity.org/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/1175?html=true

It's Regional Roundup Monday! Today we feature a new, biweekly production of the Rocky Mountain Community Radio Coalition, of which KZMU is a proud member. We hear stories from public and community radio stations in Utah, Wyoming, Colorado, and New Mexico. Today's show features the role of beavers in our river systems, a report on bolstering the health of the Mancos River, sandhill cranes and remembering former US Rep. Pat Schroeder for Women's History month.

Over the past few months, listeners will have noticed a new voice in the newscast. We are thrilled to say it's the voice of Emily Arntsen — KZMU’s new reporter. Today we speak with Emily about her background in journalism and what she's excited about covering for KZMU. Plus, the Utah Shakespeare Festival is touring rural areas to perform and lead workshops for students.

// And as always, we have the Weekly News Reel when we check in with reporters on the latest stories of the Moab area. Doug McMurdo of The Times-Independent discusses local preparation for spring run-off season, a denied proposal for more commercial flights out of Canyonlands Airport, and Grand County High School’s new quarter system. Alison Harford of the Moab Sun News discusses Golden Eagles in Indian Creek climbing areas, an upcoming Green River Rocks event, and tips to prepare for possible flooding this spring.

// Show Notes:

//Emily Arntsen

https://www.emilyarntsen.com

//KSJD: Utah Shakespeare Festival visits Montezuma-Cortez High School on a mission to perform in rural areas

https://www.ksjd.org/2023-03-13/utah-shakespeare-festival-visits-montezuma-cortez-high-school-on-a-mission-to-perform-in-rural-areas

// Weekly News Reel Mentions:

// The Times-Independent: Feds reject SkyWest proposal for commercial flights

​​https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/feds-reject-skywest-proposal-for-commercial-flights/

// The Times-Independent: Williams pushes for flood warning system, creek study

https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/williams-pushes-for-flood-warning-system-creek-study/

// The Times-Independent: County tacks on stormwater project to Spanish Valley path

https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/county-tacks-on-stormwater-project-to-spanish-valley-path/

// The Times-Independent: State, SE Utah barrel past snow-water records

https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/state-se-utah-barrel-past-snow-water-records/

// The Times-Independent: GCHS moves to a 4x4 schedule

https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/gchs-moves-to-4x4-schedule/

// Moab Sun News: Sharing the cliffs

https://moabsunnews.com/2023/03/23/sharing-the-cliffs/

// Moab Sun News: Officials warn of spring flooding

https://moabsunnews.com/2023/03/23/officials-warn-of-spring-flooding/

// Moab Sun News: Explore local geology during Green River Rocks

https://moabsunnews.com/2023/03/23/green-river-rocks-2023/

The Moab Arts Re-use Residency invites artists from around the world to turn some of our local trash into art. Today on the news, we meet the two artists in residence at the dump. Plus, a group of congress members is convening a new caucus to discuss the Colorado River. And later, Coloradans are preparing for what to expect when wolves are reintroduced in that state later this year.

Show Notes:

//Moab Arts Re-use Residency

https://www.moabarts.org/residency

//Aspen Public Radio: ACES event helps attendees prepare for wolf reintroduction

https://www.aspenpublicradio.org/environment/2023-03-21/aces-event-prepares-community-for-wolf-reintroduction-provides-update-from-cpw

Lift Up is back for a second season! Season 2 of this storytelling project will elevate LGBTQ+ voices in the high desert. This KZMU series intends to deepen understanding and empathy within our community and reinforce a sense of safety and belonging for all.

// Our first storyteller is Josie Loner – a music producer, multimedia artist, actor and writer, originally from Atlanta, GA now relocated to the Four Corners area. She recently released an album called Trans Galactic which she produced herself. Outside the arts, Josephine enjoys birdwatching, herbalism, ecology and reading sci-fi and fantasy novels.

// This episode of Lift Up was produced by Ginger Cyan with support from KZMU

// Music in this interview is from the album Trans Galactic by Josie Loner. Lift Up Intro Music is Chicago by Scott Holmes Music and our Outro Music is Only Knows by Broke for Free.

// Find the first season of Lift Up here:

https://www.kzmu.org/lift-up/

// Image Description: Josie Loner, a female with curly black hair and a floral dress, sits across the table from a microphone

**Note: this episode contains language that has been un-beeped for the podcast**

City officials held a ribbon cutting for the new Moab Area Transit system last week. KZMU News took a ride on the first free-public transportation service in Moab. And later, St. Patrick’s day was a chance for local musicians to play traditional Irish ‘social’ music in downtown Moab. Plus, Mesa Verde National Park will embark on a mission to bolster the resilience of the Mancos River and we preview the Grand County Commission agenda.

Show Notes:

// Moab Area Transit

https://moabcity.org/615/Moab-Area-Transit

// Grand County 3/21 Commission Agenda

https://grandcountyut.portal.civicclerk.com/event/2157/overview