With different understanding of what “protecting” means for the lands surrounding the Dolores River, residents and environmental organizations try to find a common solution to preserving the wild and rugged landscape.

With the election less than two months away, political rifts in Grand County mirror those across Colorado and the rest of the country. Changing demographics are exacerbating political differences and making it hard to focus on the issues that matter, even when Republicans and Democrats agree on them.

This week on Regional Roundup: In recognition of National Preparedness Month, we'll offer tips on how to be ready for a natural disaster. We'll also hear from Colorado residents working on wildfire mitigation in hopes of keeping insurance costs down. Plus, some of the world’s fastest drivers gathered recently at Utah's Bonneville Salt Flats to set speed records in their homemade hot rods, but the future of the World of Speed race is in question.

Engineering hurdles, high costs and political challenges stand in the way of an easy fix to the West's water shortages. This is Part 1 in the Western Water Myths five-part series.

Over 200 miles, up and down three mountain passes, all in one day — on a bike.

Colorado's ultra-running scene is thriving. KSJD intern Everlee Heaton speaks with ultra-runner Natalie Nicholson about the mind-body connection and offers tips for new runners.

The Fort Lewis College Center of Southwest Studies has been hosting an exhibit featuring Indigenous artists’ interpretations of Star Wars art.

The candidates for Colorado’s Third Congressional District, Republican Jeff Hurd and Democrat Adam Frisch, squared off in a debate hosted by Club 20 in Grand Junction on Saturday, September 21, 2024. The hour-long debate covered various topics, including the economy of rural Colorado, water resources, energy policy, immigration, and abortion.

An annual poll released this week shows inflation, low wages, unaffordable housing, and expensive healthcare are major concerns for Latino voters in Colorado. Also on the list are abortion, immigration, and gun violence.

CD3 Candidate Adam Frisch told KVNF that he’s planning trip to the US/ Mexico border. I spoke with Frisch prior to his trip South during a recent stop in Delta, Colorado. The second time candidate says he plans to meet with farmers, ranchers, elected civic leaders and communities.