Accent
Join host Zane Mathews for ACCENT weekdays at 6:30am, 2:30pm & 5:45pm for local ministry updates, news, issues, and special events.
Listen to past programs & interviews
April 30, 2025
Ryan Stepanek
TWIN PEAKS BIBLE CAMP
Twin Peaks Bible Camp Director Ryan Stepanek talks about two upcoming camp events, a Men's Retreat for men and their sons, and a Wilderness Camp for high school aged students.
April 29, 2025
Ryan Stepanek
TWIN PEAKS BIBLE CAMP
It's time to start thinking about summer camp registration. Twin Peaks Bible Camp Director Ryan Stepanek gives an update on the latest developments at Twin Peaks and a look ahead to the summer camp season.
April 28, 2025
Jim Hale
GRAND JUNCTION MINISTERIAL ALLIANCE
National Day of Prayer is Thursday, May 1 and the Grand Junction Ministerial Alliance is hosting a special prayer event at the old courthouse. Pastor Jim Hale offers some insight on the focus of this prayer event in Grand Junction.
April 25, 2025
Sam Cole
COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
The Colorado Department of Transportation has launched a number of safety campaigns with the arrival of spring and increased traffic. Sam Cole, Traffic Safety Communications Manager for CDOT talks about keeping pedestrians safe, and explains Colorado's Move Over law.
April 24, 2025
Sam Cole
COLORADO DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
The Colorado Department of Transportation has launched a number of safety campaigns with the arrival of spring and increased traffic. Sam Cole, Traffic Safety Communications Manager for CDOT talks about the dangers of distracted driving, and the need for seatbelts.
April 23, 2025
Joe Kellerby
MESA COUNTY DEPT. of HUMAN SERVICES
April is National Child Abuse Prevention month, and Joe Kellerby, with the Mesa County Department of Human Services talks about things each of us can do to help prevent child abuse in our community.
April 22, 2025
Joe Kellerby
MESA COUNTY DEPT. of HUMAN SERVICES
April is National Child Abuse Prevention month, and Joe Kellerby, with the Mesa County Department of Human Services talks about abuse in the local community and available resources.
April 21, 2025
Tabi Britt
MESA COUNTY WORKFORCE CENTER
Tabi Britt, Employment Services Supervisor with Mesa County Workforce Center talks about the Grand Valley Job Fair coming up on April 24 and what job-seekers can expect.
April 17-18, 2025
Kevin Lundberg
PROTECT KIDS COLORADO
Former Colorado state legislator Kevin Lundberg explains HB25-1312, Legal Protections For Transgender Individuals, currently making its way through the legislature and what concerned parents can do to stop it. The bill would allow the state to remove children from their home if they are "misgendered" by their parents.
April 16, 2025
Joy Thompson
CASA
Joy Thompson is the executive director of CASA of Mesa County - Court Appointed Special Advocates. Joy talks about the need for volunteers who be advocates for children who have suffered abuse and/or neglect.
April 15, 2025
Joy Thompson
CASA
Joy Thompson is the executive director of CASA of Mesa County - Court Appointed Special Advocates. Advocates with CASA are a voice for children in court who have been victims of abuse and/or neglect, and Joy gives us a snapshot of what CASA volunteers do.
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.
