Accent

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

July 22-23, 2026

Will Rausch

MESA COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH

 With several weeks of summer left and more hot weather on the way, epidemiologist Will Rausch with Mesa County Public Health discusses heat-related illness and the risks associated with western Colorado's hot summer.

July 21, 2026

Kashia Davis

CHRISTIAN HOME EDUCATORS OF COLORADO

 Christian Home Educators of Colorado, a non-profit support for homeschooling in Colorado is holding a 1-day mini-conference in Grand Junction on July 25. Outreach Director Kashia Davis offers insight into what homeschooling famlies can expect.

July 20, 2026

Kashia Davis

CHRISTIAN HOME EDUCATORS OF COLORADO

Kashia Davis is the Outreach Director for Christian Home Educators of Colorado, a non-profit support for homeschooling in Colorado. They are brining a 1-day mini-conference to Grand Junction on July 25.

July 17, 2026

Nick Peck/ Ed Pacheco

FRUITA POLICE DEPARTMENT

National Night Out is coming up on August 4. Nick Peck and Ed Pacheco from the Fruita Police Department invite the community to engage with National Night Out events, with involvement from local law enforcement.

July 16, 2026

Frank DeYoung

LIGHT IN THE DARKNESS

Light in the Darkness  has opened a breakfast cafe to help support their ministry to the homeless. Frank DeYoung and his wife, Natalie, head up this local ministry to Grand Junction's homeless population.

July 15, 2026

Frank DeYoung

LIGHT IN THE DARKNESS

Light in the Darkness is a ministry to the homeless in Grand Junction, providing food, clothing, and spiritual support and instruction, through Bible studies and transportation to church. Frank Deyoung shares the mission of the ministry.

July 14, 2026

Dr. Baruch Korman

AUTHOR/BIBLE TEACHER

Dr. Baruch Korman is the founder of LoveIsrael.org, and  a Bible teacher who travels the globe to teach the Bible, and brings his Bible Conference to Grand Junction August 7-9..

July 13, 2026

Ryan Surad

MESA COUNTY

Ryan Surad is the Noxious Weed and Pest Coordinator for Mesa County, discussing the destructing problem of Japanese Beetles and what the county is doing to eradicate them.

July 10, 2026

Richard Cimms

NATIVE AMERICAN MISSIONS

Richard Cimms is President of Native American Missions, which partners with Christian pastors and churches to take the gospel to the Apache reservation in Arizona.

July 9, 2026

Kyle Carstens

MESA COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS

Kyle Carstens, from the Mesa County Fairgrounds is back to share almost everything you need to know about this year's Mesa County Fair.... July 14-18 in Grand Junction.

July 8, 2026

Kyle Carstens

MESA COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS

Kyle Carstens, from the Mesa County Fairgrounds is on hand to give insight into this year's Mesa County Fair. including the nightly ticketed events.

July 7, 2026

Dr. Joannie DeBrito

FOCUS ON THE FAMILY

Dr. Joannie DeBrito is a licensed  clinical social worker and family and marriage therapist with Focus on the Family. She talks about how to approach family members with mental health issues, and resources for mental health help.

July 6, 2026

Dr. Joannie DeBrito

FOCUS ON THE FAMILY

Dr. Joannie DeBrito is a licensed  clinical social worker and family and marriage therapist with Focus on the Family. She talks about the prevalence of mental health issues in our society and that Christians should not shrink back from seeking professional help when it's needed.

July 2, 2026

Chuck Marsh

COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Could Colorado wildfires impact holiday weekend travel? Chuck Marsh with Colorado Department of Transportation discusses the possibilities along with some other travel safety tips for motorists.

July 1, 2026

Chuck Marsh

COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

Chuck Marsh with the Colorado Department of Transportation discusses the best and worst times to travel over the Independence Day holiday weekend, and what motorists can expect in terms of road construction.

June30, 2026

Stanley Prescott/Jeff Johnson

GO GIVE HOPE

Stanley Prescott and Pastor Jeff Johnson are back to share about Go Give Hope, a missionary outreach that is taking the gospel to unreached people around the globe.

June 29, 2026

Todd Nettleton

VOICE OF THE MARTYRS

June 29 is Day of the Martyr, commemorating and honoring those who have given their lives for the cause of Christ. Todd Nettleton is the vice-president of Voice of the Martyrs, talking about the reality of persecution in today's world.

June 26, 2026

Todd Nettleton

VOICE OF THE MARTYRS

June 29 is Day of the Martyr, commemorating and honoring those who have given their lives for the cause of Christ. Todd Nettleton is the vice-president of Voice of the Martyrs, and he tells the story of Christian martyr Perpetua, who actually chronicled her story from prison some 1800 years ago.

June 25, 2026

Dirk Clingman

GRAND JUNCTION FIRE DEPARTMENT

With the current fire danger and high-risk of wildfires, Dirk Clingman with the Grand Junction Fire Department urges caution and common sense in regards to potential fire starters.

June 24, 2026

Dirk Clingman

GRAND JUNCTION FIRE DEPARTMENT

Dirk Clingman, from the Grand Junction Fire Department discusses the current fire danger with dry, hot, and windy conditions across the valley, and the implications of Stage 1 Fire Restrictions.

June 23, 2026

Sgt. Ivan Alvarado

COLORADO STATE PATROL

Colorado State Patrol has some great resources available to educate motorcyclists of all abilities about safety on the road. Sgt. Ivan Alvarado offers some cautions regarding motorbiking on mountain highways.

June 22, 2026

Sgt. Ivan Alvarado

COLORADO STATE PATROL

Summer time is the motorcycle riding season in Colorado, and Sgt. Ivan Alvarado with Colorado State Patrol brings attention to motorcycle safety awareness.

June 19, 2026

Chris Russell

STILLWATER COWBOY CHURCH

Stillwater Cowboy Church in Fruita is hosting a special ministry event on June 28 - Horses vs Horsepower, following the morning service which will be held outdoors. Pastor Chris Russell has details.

June 18, 2026

Katie Yates

SHARING MINISTRIES FOOD BANK in MONTROSE

Sharing Ministries Food Bank in Montrose is celebrating it's 30th anniversary with a special event on June 27th in Montrose called "Back to the Future." Katie Yates offers details and an invitation for listeners to attend.

June 17, 2026

Joe Kellerby

ADULT PROTECTION SERVICES

Joe Kellerby, Mesa County Child Welfare & Adult Protection Division Director, talks about the at-risk population, the types of abuse they are vulnerable to, and what a citizen should do if they suspect mistreatment of an at-risk adult.

June 16, 2026

Joe Kellerby

ADULT PROTECTION SERVICES

June is Adult Protection Awareness Month, and Joe Kellerby,  Mesa County Child Welfare & Adult Protection Division Director, talks about the roll of APS, a program that helps connect the at-risk adult with services, resources, and protection.

June 15, 2026

Katie Yates

SHARING MINISTRIES FOOD BANK in MONTROSE

Katie Yates talks about the work of Sharing Ministries Food Bank in Montrose as they prepare for their 30th anniversary celebration coming up on June 27.

June 12, 2026

Jeff Johnson/Stanley Prescott

GO GIVE HOPE

Stanley Prescott and Pastor Jeff Johnson talk about the mission and purpose of Go Give Hope, which is getting the gospel to unreached people around the world.

June 11, 2026

Michelle Reeves

MESA COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH

Michelle Reeves is with Mesa County Partnership For Children and Families, talking about the free health fair and screening event for kids under 18 and under that is happening on June 12.

June 10, 2026

Matt Sprott

MESA COUNTY VALLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT 51

Matt Sprott is the warehouse supervisor for Mesa County School District, talking about the upcoming book giveaway that takes place June 24-27 at the former Scenic Elementary School at 451 Scenic Drive in Grand Junction.

June 9, 2026

Jaime Gallob

PREGNANCY CENTER OF GRAND JUNCTION

The Walk for Life in Grand Junction is coming up on June 13th hosted by the Pregnancy Center and Mesa County Right to Life. Jaime Gallob from the Pregnancy Center offers details and extends an invitation to attend.

June 8, 2026

Jaime Gallob

PREGNANCY CENTER OF GRAND JUNCTION

Jaime Gallob from the Pregnancy Center in Grand Junction talks about the upcoming Walk for Life on June 13th at Las Colonias Park  and about this year's keynote speaker.

June 5, 2026

Shana Wade

MESA COUNTY LIBRARIES

Mesa County Libraries offers various programs that encourage and promote reading in young children, including Storytime and Dog Ears. Shana Wade explains how children practice reading to dogs, without fear of criticism or judgement.

June 4, 2026

Shana Wade

MESA COUNTY LIBRARIES

The Summer Reading Program at Mesa County Libraries is underway, and Shana Wade talks about how the program works and encourages children to read during their time off from school during the summer.

June 3, 2026

Josh Springer

MESA COUNTY CONSTRUCTION GROUP

Mesa County Construction Group Manager Josh Springer talks about the impact on pedestrian and motor traffic on Orchard Avenue over the next six months during a construction project that will culminate in a new roundabout at 31 Road and Orchard.

June 2, 2026

Josh Springer

MESA COUNTY CONSTRUCTION GROUP

Josh Springer, Mesa County Construction Group Manager discussed the Orchard Avenue Safety and Connectivity Project in the area of 31 Road and Orchard Avenue, which includes a new roundabout.