LP McKay
Morning Edition Host / Director of Production and MediaLP recently moved to Mancos from Austin, Texas, where they worked as a Case Manager for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and in HOA property management where they were fortunate to learn many different styles of communication and creative thinking/problem solving. In their time away from work, they watch a ton of movies (spanning all decades, nationalities, and genres), and tries to listen to one really good album every day.
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Dry and mostly sunny weather continues through midweek with above-normal temperatures, before valley rain and light mountain snow arrive Thursday and Friday. Snow levels will remain high, and warmer, drier conditions return by the weekend. -
Chimney Rock National Monument is now Colorado’s 19th International Dark Sky Park, highlighting its night skies, cultural significance, and ongoing preservation work.
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Alcohol can create a false sense of warmth in cold weather, increasing heat loss and the risk of hypothermia. Safety experts share tips for staying safe outdoors this winter.
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Utah is using new AI-powered roadway sensors at ports of entry to detect flat or failing truck tires before they cause highway crashes.
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Blood types aren’t just a human trait — animals have them too, and they play a critical role in wildlife rescue, veterinary care, and conservation efforts across the natural world.
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The Christmas Bird Count returns on December 14, with official counts at Bears Ears, Cortez, and Durango. Volunteers of all experience levels are invited to help track winter bird populations across the region.
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A new report warns that shrinking national monuments could endanger drinking water for 13 million Americans by exposing protected rivers and streams to mining and drilling.
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A new review finds swearing can boost strength and pain tolerance during short, intense tasks—good news for winter falls on ice or the ski slopes.
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The invasive annual grass is rapidly expanding across Wyoming, according to a new study, fueling wildfires and erasing native sagebrush habitat critical for wildlife. -
Writer and podcaster Maddy Butcher reflects on her first Raven Narratives performance, the power of local arts spaces, and why she believes the Sunflower Theatre strengthens community.
