Accent

Join host Zane Mathews for ACCENT weekdays at 6:30am, 2:30pm & 5:45pm for local ministry updates, news, issues, and special events.

April 14, 2025

Todd Rowell

MESA COUNTY SHERIFF

Mesa County Sheriff Todd Rowell offers more insight to the 2024 Crime Statistics report for Mesa County that was recently released.

April 11, 2025

Todd Rowell

MESA COUNTY SHERIFF

Mesa County Sheriff Todd Rowell reacts to the recently released 2024 Crime Statistics report for Mesa County in regards to property and violent crime.

April 10, 2025

Katie Yates

SHARING MINISTRIES FOOD BANK

Katie Yates from Sharing Ministries Foodbank in Montrose talks about the scope of their ministry to those who need food -along with the need for volunteers to help with the distribution process.

April 9, 2025

Jennifer Watson/Julie Hicks

HOPE'S PROMISE

Jennifer and Julie are with Hope's Promise, a Christian ministry of adoption, orphan care, and foster care. Here they talk about offering support to expectant mothers - and hopeful families.

April 8, 2025

Jennifer Watson/Julie Hicks

HOPE'S PROMISE

Jennifer and Julie are with Hope's Promise, a Christian ministry of adoption, orphan care, and foster care. Hope's Promise is offering free training for professionals who are involved with adoption and foster care.

April 7, 2025

Katie Yates

SHARING MINISTRIES FOOD BANK

Katie Yates talks about the work of Sharing Ministries Food Bank in Montrose and about their spring campaign to stock the shelves of their food pantry.

April 4, 2025

Dixie Burmeister

PALISADE HONEYBEE FESTIVAL

Dixie Burmeister offers a look at what to expect at the annual Honeybee Festival in Palisade on April 12.

April 3, 2025

Dixie Burmeister

PALISADE HONEYBEE FESTIVAL

Western Colorado radio and television icon Dixie Burmeister joins us to talk about the importance of honeybees to our health, our food, and our economy in western Colorado - and why we have a Honeybee Festival.

April 2, 2025

Ian Escalante

ROCKY MOUNTAIN GUN OWNERS

Ian Escalante, Executive Director of Rocky Mountain Gun Owners gives an update on gun legislation recently passed and headed to the governor's desk, and with advice for those who want to respond.

April 1, 2025

John & Bobbie Stephenson

CELEBRATE RECOVERY

Bobbie Stephenson , with Celebrate Recovery, shares her testimony of how she found hope and a life-changing experience with Celebrate Recovery. recovery.

March 31, 2025

John Stephenson

CELEBRATE RECOVERY

John Stephenson, with Celebrate Recovery talks about the faith-based program and what happens at their weekly meetings to provide support to individuals in recovery.

March 28, 2025

John Stephenson

CELEBRATE RECOVERY

John Stephenson and his wife, Bobbie, are with Celebrate Recovery, a Christ-centered, faith-based program to help individuals with "hurts, hang-ups, and habits."

March 27, 2025

Bobbie Gross

MESA COUNTY CLERK AND RECORDER

The City of Grand Junction Municipal Election happens April 8.  Mesa County Clerk and Recorder Bobbie Gross tells voters what they need to know about voting in the election.

March 26, 2025

Bobbie Gross

MESA COUNTY CLERK AND RECORDER

The City of Grand Junction Municipal Election happens April 8.  The Mesa County elections office handles the election, and Mesa County Clerk and Recorder  Bobbie Gross talks about what's on the ballot.

March 25, 2025

Sierra Conlon

MESA COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES

Sierra Conlon is Fraud Supervisor with Mesa County Department of Human Services, discussing fraud in public assistance programs and what you can do if you suspect fraud is taking place.

March 21 & 24, 2025

Ryan Dyer

GOOD NEWS GLOBAL JAIL & PRISON MINISTRY

Ryan Dyer is a chaplain with Good News Global and heads up the ministry at the Delta Correctional Center. On today's program he talks about the different aspects of the prison ministry in Delta and details about the upcoming banquet for the prison ministry coming up on May 9.

March 20, 2025

Sherri Mendez

COLORADO STATE PATROL

Trooper Sherri Mendez with Colorado State Patrol talks about educating teen drivers and the importance of wearing seatbelts and safe driving.

March 19, 2025

Sherri Mendez

COLORADO STATE PATROL

Trooper Sherri Mendez with Colorado State Patrol talks about teen drivers and the importance of wearing seatbelts.

March 14,17-18, 2025

Leland Conway

DELTA DEFENSE/USCCA

Leland Conway is with Delta Defense, which manages the United States Concealed Carry Association. He's talking about gun safety, self defense, home security, and local resources for related education.

March 13, 2025

Doug Frye

MESA COUNTY ANIMAL SERVICES

Doug Frye is the manager of Mesa County Animal Services, talks about the importance of having dogs and cats spayed and neutered, and about adopting pets from the local shelter.

March 12, 2025

Rachel Peterson

REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION PLANNING OFFICE

Rachel Peterson is a Transportation Planner with the Regional Transportation Office, which is hosting an Open House to provide information and to receive public input on the 2050 Regional Transportation Plan.

March 11, 2025

Doug Frye

MESA COUNTY ANIMAL SERVICES

Doug Frye is the manager of Mesa County Animal Services, talking about low-cost spay and neuter vouchers that are currently available from select veterinarians.

March 10, 2025

Blaine Hall

MONTROSE POLICE DEPARTMENT

Montrose Police Chief Blaine Hall discussed the upcoming Citizens Police Academy, which gives local residents an up-close and behind-the-scenes look at the operation of the Montrose Police Department.

March 7, 2025

David Varner

ONE RIVERFRONT

David Varner from the One Riverfront Commission talks about how people use the Riverfront Trail and offers advice and tips on how to safely use the trail.

March 6, 2025

David Varner

ONE RIVERFRONT

David is on the One Riverfront  commission and on today's program talks about the Riverfront Trail with an update on the progress of the recreational trail that stretches from Palisade to Fruita.

March 5, 2025

Jake Varland

WARRIOR AT HEART MINISTRY

On today's program, Jake Varland, president of Warrior at Heart Ministry, gives insight about the upcoming  Warrior at Heart Boot camp. Listeners will discover what happens at the camp and how men's lives are often transformed by the experience.

March 4, 2025

Jake Varland

WARRIOR AT HEART MINISTRY

Jake Varland is the president of Warrior at Heart Ministry, today talking about the focus and mission of this ministry to men.

March 3, 2025

YJ***

MISSIONARY

YJ ministers to Chinese college students on American campuses. On today's program, he talks about the ministry through Bridges International. ( Email him at brightstar46@gmail.com)

February 27, 2025

YJ***

MISSIONARY

YJ ministers to Chinese college students on American campuses. Growing up under much oppression in China, YJ shares the incredible story of how he came to Christ.

February 27, 2025

Cameron Cunningham

REVERENT RHYTHMS

Cameron Cunningham is the founder and director of Reverent Rhythms, the Christian professional dance company in Grand Junction. On today's accent, Cameron talks about their upcoming production of Wizard of Oz-Search for Truth.

February 26, 2025

Cameron Cunningham

REVERENT RHYTHMS

Cameron Cunningham is the founder and director of Reverent Rhythms, the Christian professional dance company in Grand Junction. On today's accent, Cameron talks about her recent missions trip to Africa and how young people's lives are being impacted through the art of dance.

February 25, 2025

Kathy McCoy

FACE TO FACE MINISTRIES

Kathy McCoy, director of Face to Face Ministries talks about the Fishes-n-Loaves Women's Conference happening in Grand Junction on March 7th and 8th.

February 24, 2025

Kathy McCoy

FACE TO FACE MINISTRIES

Kathy McCoy sheds some light on the history and the work of Face to Face Ministries in Grand Junction, bringing women together across denominational lines to build their faith.

February 21, 2025

Carl Molito

MESA COUNTY RIGHT TO LIFE

Carl Molito talks about the Mesa County Right to Life prayer campaign - "40 Days for Life" and invites listeners to join in this concentrated prayer effort for the unborn.

February 20, 2025

Carl Molito

MESA COUNTY RIGHT TO LIFE

Carl Molito talks about the Mesa County Right to Life Essay contest, and offers an update on legislation being considered by the Colorado Legislature.

February 19, 2025

Jim Pringle

MESA COUNTY SAFETY COUNCIL

Jim Pringle, long-standing member of the Mesa County Safety Council talks about the upcoming 44th Annual In-Person Mesa County Safety Fair, happening February 26th and 27th at Mesa Mall in Grand Junction.

February 18, 2025

Jim Pringle

MESA COUNTY SAFETY COUNCIL

Jim Pringle, long-standing member of the Mesa County Safety Council talks about the upcoming 44th Annual In-Person Mesa County Safety Fair, happening February 26th and 27th at Mesa Mall in Grand Junction.

February 17, 2025

Jennifer Richardson

MESA COUNTY LANDFILL

Jennifer Richardson is the Solid Waste & Sustainability Division Director at the Mesa County Landfill- and today she's offering good information about recycling.

February 14, 2025

Jennifer Richardson

MESA COUNTY LANDFILL

Jennifer Richardson is the Solid Waste & Sustainability Division Director at the Mesa County Landfill- and today she's talking about the compost facility, the benefits of composing, and the upcoming compost sale

February 13, 2025

Jennifer Richardson

MESA COUNTY LANDFILL

Jennifer Richardson is the Solid Waste & Sustainability Division Director at the Mesa County Landfill- talking about reduced fees at the landfill - and a brand new service that is being offered.

February 12, 2025

Pastor Josh Cook

VICTORY LIFE CHURCH

Victory Life Church is hosting the Strong and Courageous men's conference March 7th and 8th. Pastor Josh Cook shares the lineup of special speakers as well as special features of the conference.

February 11, 2025

Pastor Josh Cook

VICTORY LIFE CHURCH

Victory Life Church is hosting the Strong and Courageous men's conference March 7th and 8th. Pastor Josh Cook talks about what men can expect at this year's conference.

February 10, 2025

Sue Hansen

MONTROSE COUNTY COMMISSIONER

Montrose County Commissioner Sue Hansen is the interim president for the Region 14 Opioid Council, which includes Montrose and Delta Counties, and she's talking about how funds are being used to combat substance abuse in Western Colorado.

February 7, 2025

Sue Hansen

MONTROSE COUNTY COMMISSIONER

Montrose County Commissioner Sue Hansen is the interim president for the Region 14 Opioid Council, which includes Montrose and Delta Counties, and she's talking about efforts to curb substance abuse in western Colorado.

February 6, 2025

Amber Henning

HOMEWARDBOUND OF THE GRAND VALLEY

Amber Henning is the Chief Advancement Officer for HomewardBound of the Grand Valley, and today she's talking about the Coldest Night of the Year, a fundraising event for HomewardBound of the Grand Valley.

February 5, 2025

Amber Henning

HOMEWARDBOUND OF THE GRAND VALLEY

Amber Henning is the Chief Advancement Officer for HomewardBound of the Grand Valley, and she's talking about the work of HomewardBound, dedicated to serving needs of the homeless population in Grand Junction.

February 4, 2025

Ian Escalante

ROCKY MOUNTAIN GUN OWNERS

Ian Escalante, Executive Director of Rocky Mountain Gun Owners discusses current legislation being considered by the Colorado legislature that would restrict certain semi-automatic firearms.

February 3, 2025

Lisa Anderson

FOCUS ON THE FAMILY

Lisa Anderson is the Director of Boundless and Young Adults at Focus on the Family and hosts the Boundless Show Podcast offers advice to churches and how they minister to singles, especially around Valentine's Day.