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Sometimes those of us in public media make mistakes, that’s the human element in People Powered Public Media. Today’s story begins with an apology to our listeners and to Delta County Library District.

Colorado based Americana Musician David Starr joins Taya Jae on Talkin' Music to discuss the value of investing in your community, David's most recent single, Better Me, and what's next for him.

Selected local writers Michael Cooper, Prema Rose, Philip Salembier and Ana Mettler join Taya Jae on this weeks The Pen and The Sword. Tune in to hear these folks talk about their writing processes and read their selected pieces.

The cannabis industry and its fans have a reputation for being treehuggers and earth lovers. Despite its green image, legal marijuana has a massive waste problem, but the industry’s unique passion for the environment may motivate cannabis businesses to inspire changes in package norms well beyond the dispensary.

Colorado Governor Jared Polis signed an Executive Order to amend and extend the COVID-19 disaster declaration. The measure, signed earlier this month, allows agencies to continue to access State and federal funding for rapid response during the coming months. Water enthusiasts will soon have a new boat ramp on the Gunnison River. The Colorado West Land Trust and Western Slope Conservation Center have received grants for improvements at a new site on G-50 Road in Delta County. Vaping is becoming a serious issue at Delta County School bus stops and buses, reports The Delta County Independent. Bus Garage Director Joyce Conger spoke to the school board about the number of students vaping on the bus and at bus stops. Superintendent Caryn Gibson said the infractions and punishments are the same whether it happens on the bus or on school grounds.

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The first annual Delta Pride celebration held at Cleland Park last Saturday was filled with anticipation, excitement and raw emotions. Paonia’s Town Clerk resigned following months of criticism, reports the Delta County Independent. Corinne Ferguson, who also served as town administrator, said she will depart at the end of the year. As the Colorado River dries up, our region is searching for ways to prop up to the water supply. Some are looking to the ocean.

After a brief hiatus KVNF Regional Newscasts will now air on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.Delta County Dispatch received a call on Tuesday, September 20 regarding an active shooter in progress at Delta and Cedaredge High Schools. The information was deemed to be untrue. The Colorado Secretary of State’s Office is investigating whether Garfield County Sheriff Lou Vallario broke campaign finance laws by using public resources to support U.S. Rep. Lauren Boebert. Delta-Montrose Electric Association will conduct aerial line inspections across its service area next Wednesday. Citizens may see and hear the low flying helicopter during the inspection process.

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Taya Jae visits Painter Shannon Richardson in her new studio. Tune in for a conversation about fables versus fairytales, the qualities of a good painter's chair and the joys of foraging.