Regional Roundup: Episode 76

KSJD | By Maeve Conran

Published November 12, 2024 at 2:19 PM MST

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A picture of Grizzly #399 and one of her cubs is surrounded by flowers and a stuffed bear as part of a memorial. — In Wyoming, the death of a beloved bear has made national headlines. Grizzly 399’s death has triggered memorials and gatherings from the Snake River Canyon to Grand Teton National Park including at Jackson’s Town Square.

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.