KMTS Connections

This KMTS Connections episode highlights upcoming events and initiatives at Journey Home Animal Care Center in Rifle. Community Outreach Director Taya Bullock shares details about their festive “Pet Photos with Santa” on Saturday, December 7th, from 10 AM to 1 PM at the shelter. For $10, participants receive a printed photo in a frame, with ... Read more The post KMTS Connections: Journey Home Ani...

This KMTS Connections episode spotlights the Glenwood Springs Police Department Explorer Program, an opportunity for youth aged 14–20 to experience life in law enforcement. Guests Officer Gus Fitzgerald, an Explorer advisor, and Wendy Bautista, the department’s executive specialist, explain the program’s offerings. Participants engage in monthly training sessions, ride-alongs with officers, and ac...

This KMTS Connections episode highlights the upcoming “Nutcracker Sleigh Ride,” a collaboration between Symphony in the Valley and the Colorado West Performing Arts Company. Conducted by Kelly Thompson and featuring 15 dancers under Artistic Director Theresa Kahl, the event promises a blend of live orchestral music and ballet performances. Taking place at the Ute Theater ... Read more The post KMT...

This KMTS Connections segment features Ali Naaseh from YouthZone and Mary Cloud from River Bridge, discussing Colorado Gives Day and the Mountain West Gives initiative. These programs provide critical support to over 90 Western Slope nonprofits by pooling resources and raising awareness for local charities. The upcoming Colorado Gives Day on December 10th encourages donations ... Read more The pos...

In this KMTS Connections interview, Daryl Meisner, Chairman of the Rifle Police Foundation, discussed the organization’s mission to support the Rifle Police Department through fundraising for special projects. The foundation’s primary initiative was raising funds to add a new K-9 officer, and they are also helping update and expand the department’s bicycle patrol program, including ... Read more T...

In this episode, Dee Stiers, Jessica Terrell, and Brandy Smythe from the Riding Institute for Disabled Equestrians (RIDE). They highlight RIDE’s upcoming “Vote for Your Local Superhero” event on November 3rd at Wingnuts in Rifle, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event will feature 25 local heroes who are being recognized for their contributions ... Read more The post KMTS Connections: Riding Institute f...

In this KMTS Connections episode, Karina Baker from the Rifle Branch Library and Angela Mills from the Rifle Police Department discuss the upcoming “Trunk or Treat” event in Rifle. The event, a collaboration between the library and the Police Department, offers a safe, fun alternative to traditional Halloween trick-or-treating. Originally a library tradition for over ... Read more The post KMTS Co...

This episode of KMTS Connections highlights the upcoming Fall Festival hosted by Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Rifle, Colorado. Pastor Dallas Dubke, school director Trixy Falke, and event coordinator Rachel Yoder discuss the free, family-oriented event, happening this Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the church, located at 652 E 5th Street, Rifle, CO. ... Read more The post KMTS Connections: Emman...

In this episode of KMTS Connections, the City of Glenwood Springs invited listeners to share their input on transportation safety through an ongoing survey. Bryana Starbuck, Public Information Officer, was joined by Ryan Gordon, City Engineer, and Lee Barger, Transportation Engineer, to discuss the “Comprehensive Safety Action Plan.” The survey aims to gather feedback from ... Read more The post K...

In this interview, representatives from the Western Slope Veterans Coalition, the Rifle Moose Lodge, and the Rifle American Legion Auxiliary discuss the upcoming Stand Down Day for veterans. Taking place at the Rifle Moose Lodge, the event offers a variety of services and resources to veterans, including housing assistance, flu shots, job opportunities, and essential ... Read more The post KMTS Co...

In this interview, representatives from High Kaliber Athletics discuss their upcoming Karaoke Fundraiser at The Kitchen at Ironbridge on Saturday, October 19, from 6 to 10 PM. High Kaliber Athletics is a nonprofit supporting competitive cheerleading and tumbling programs for youth across the valley, from Basalt to Parachute. The event aims to raise funds for ... Read more The post KMTS Connections...

In this interview, cast members Pax Wild (Dana), Nicole Caron (Rhonda/Dr. Gilbert), stage manager Calvin Parrish, and Brad Moore, the artistic director of Sopris Theatre Company, discuss their production of The Sweetest Swing in Baseball. Directed by Julia Whalen, this dark comedy follows Dana, a struggling artist who adopts the persona of baseball legend Darryl ... Read more The post KMTS Connect...

Ali Naaseh and Keri Sorensen from YouthZone explore how the nonprofit supports youth facing substance-related challenges. Keri, a Substance and Intervention Specialist, shares how YouthZone’s unique approach balances harm reduction and educational strategies, particularly around issues like fentanyl use. The conversation dives into group and one-on-one sessions, emphasizing trust-building and cogn...

In this KMTS Connections program, Zuleika Pevec from Garfield Clean Energy discusses the Winter Wise Campaign, a seasonal initiative to help Garfield County residents improve home energy efficiency before winter. Running throughout October, the campaign offers discounted home energy assessments for just $50, reduced from $400, thanks to partnerships with local utilities and Alpine Bank. ... Read m...

In this KMTS Connections interview, Taya Bullock, Community Outreach Director for Journey Home Animal Care Center, discusses their upcoming annual fundraiser, “Laugh Your Tail Off.” This event, held at the Garfield County Airport, features comedian Rocky LaPorte and includes a silent auction to raise funds for the animal center. The evening will offer a buffet, ... Read more The post KMTS Connecti...

In this KMTS Connections episode, Ron Speaker introduces the Michael E. McGoldrick Scholarship, a $100,000 scholarship program for high school seniors in Colorado and Washington. Each of the three selected students will receive $25,000 per year for four years to support their higher education. The scholarship is open to students with a minimum 3.5 GPA ... Read more The post KMTS Connections: Micha...

In this KMTS Connections interview, Chris and Austin Tribble discuss their work documenting Mercy Ships, a fleet of hospital ships that provide free medical care to impoverished nations. The father-son duo reflects on their past experience aboard Global Mercy in Sierra Leone and their upcoming return to film a new series in Madagascar. Chris highlights ... Read more The post KMTS Connections: Loca...

Today,  Jackie Parker and Cory Feldman, members of the American Legion in Carbondale, talk about the organization’s history and upcoming events. They discuss the role of the American Legion, founded after World War I, as a support network for veterans. They emphasize the active role of the Women’s Auxiliary and various branches in community fundraising ... Read more The post KMTS Connections: Amer...

Bill Kight, Executive Director of the Glenwood Springs Historical Society, discusses the highly anticipated 24th Annual Historic Ghost Walk to Linwood Cemetery, this guided tour offers attendees a chance to hear stories of Glenwood Springs’ (and the surrounding area) historical figures, including the infamous Doc Holliday, portrayed by local actors. The event is a major ... Read more The post KMTS...

Jacki Allen and Shawn Sanders from the Western Slope Veterans Coalition discuss their vital work supporting local veterans and their upcoming WAVE event. The coalition, based in Glenwood Springs, connects veterans with essential services like housing assistance, mental health support, and guidance from Veteran Service Officers. They stressed the importance of the Jessie Beckius–Casey Owens ... Rea...

Today, Gabe talks with Executive Director Betty Lucas, Board Vice President Amy Luetke, and Board Member Sandy DeCrow from the Advocate Safehouse Project about their upcoming Comedy Fest fundraiser. The event will be held at two venues: the Ute Theater in Rifle on Saturday, September 21, and the Glenwood Vaudeville Revue in Glenwood Springs on ... Read more The post KMTS Connections: Advocate Safe...

This KMTS Connections episode features a discussion with Tyler Davis and Klayton Costanzo from Young Guns of Rifle about the upcoming third annual “Touch a Truck” event. Set for this Saturday at the Garfield County Fairgrounds, the free event runs from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., offering families a hands-on experience with various trucks and ... Read more The post KMTS Connections: Young Guns of Rifle Touc...

Today’s interview focuses on the upcoming Vitality 5K event at Crown Mountain Park, benefiting the Parkinson Association of the Rockies (PAR). Local organizers, Suzanne Stewart and Evelyn McGill, share their personal connections to Parkinson’s disease, as Suzanne was diagnosed in 2020, and Evelyn’s husband in 2018. Both emphasize the importance of exercise in managing the ... Read more The post KM...

In this episode of KMTS Connections, local artist Bill Morrow and his assistant Nancey Glass share stories about Bill’s life, art, and the upcoming “Meet the Legend” event at the Rifle Library. Bill, known for his unique sculptures made from salvaged materials, reflects on his creative process and the legacy he’s building through his art. ... Read more The post KMTS Connections: Meet the Legend Bi...

In this episode of KMTS Connections, we talk with Roz Fowler, the Rocky Mountain Area Coordinator for Operation Christmas Child, and Elena Nicholson, who received a shoebox as a child while living in an orphanage in the former Soviet Union. Roz discusses the logistics of Operation Christmas Child, including how anyone can pack a shoebox ... Read more The post KMTS Connections: Operation Christmas...