Grand County recently received a surprise when the combined sales, use, and figures came in above 2019 levels for July. This revenue boost suggests the local economy could be stabilizing after a difficult spring, and supports anecdotal evidence from business owners noticing tourism is booming. And later, coronavirus response was a key focus in Tuesday’s Gubernatorial debate. Plus, the grassroots efforts of one stargazer helped a mountain town’s park receive International Dark Sky status.

Show Notes:

Grand County Budget Advisory Board: Oct 2nd Agenda

https://www.grandcountyutah.net/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_10022020-1243

UPR: Coronavirus Response A Key Focus in Tuesday’s Gubernatorial Debate

https://www.upr.org/post/coronavirus-response-key-focus-tuesdays-gubernatorial-debate

KVNF: One man’s mission to protect dark skies in Lake City

https://www.kvnf.org/post/one-mans-mission-protect-dark-skies-lake-city#stream/0