FEATURE: On today’s KVNF Farm Friday, we follow up on our reporting about the ‘bird flu’ threat in our nation’s milk supply and plan by Colorado legislature is to help local farms and ranches feed more Colorado families.

Bree and Spencer, members of the Colorado based Sweaty Soul Band The Burroughs join Taya Jae on Talkin' Music.

Natalie Eckl came to Paonia as an Elsewhere resident but she's stayed for the comfort and inspiration it offers her. Natalie joins Taya Jae to talk about transitioning from non-fiction to poetry, getting published and her experience in the NFV.

Your regional science update.

FEATURE: Big changes are taking place at Sweitzer Lake State Park near Delta. KVNF caught up with Park Manager Scott Rist on construction taking place this winter on the north side of the park.

KVNF Regional Newscast for Wednesday, December 18th

TOP STORY: Last week, Montrose County commissioners rejected a proposal to add a zoning amendment addressing renewable power generation facilities, reports the Montrose Daily Press, In the end, the three person board rejected the measure 2-1 vote after hearing a string of community concerns.

Your local almanac for gardening, landscaping, and much more for your home and valley living.

FEATURE: Nationwide, nearly 17,000 homes on tribal lands don’t have electricity. A majority of them are spread across the Navajo Nation where climate change is making it harder for families to keep cool. The Mountain West News Bureau’s Kaleb Roedel visited the reservation to learn how Navajo families are coping without power.