Accent

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

March 13, 2026

Jennifer Richardson

MESA COUNTY SOLID WASTE

The  Mesa County Organic Compound Facility is available to residents who want to dispose of yard waste, as well as purchase compost that is created there. Jennifer Richardson talks about using the compost facility..

March 12, 2026

Michael Blevins

MESA COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE

The Mesa County Sheriff's Department is offering free classes to the community dealing with fraud and scams. Michael Blevins, a fraud investigator with the department shares information about the classes..

March 10,11 2026

John Vandervelde

RATIO CHRISTI

John Vandervelde, the chapter director for Ratio Christi on the CMU campus, discusses the upcoming appearance by Frank Turek in Grand Junction on March 24. It's unlikely that anyone randomly coming to the event who is not a student will be able to get in.

March 9, 2026

Dr. Chris Boyd

GRAND VALLEY CARDIOLOGY

Dr. Chris Boyd from Grand Valley Cardiology talks about the role of obesity and family history on heart health.

March 4,5,6 2026

Carl and Heather Cartee

FAMILY LIFE WEEKEND TO REMEMBER

Carl and Heather Cartee are featured speakers at many of Family Life's Weekend to Remember marriage conferences. They talk about who should attend a Weekend to Remember and what you can expect if you attend.

March 3, 2026

Dr. Chris Boyd

GRAND VALLEY CARDIOLOGY

The emphasis today is on heart health, and Dr. Chris Boyd, a cardiologist from Grand Valley Cardiology at Community Hospital, addresses factors that can affect heart health.

March 2, 2026

Jay Muller

GRAND VALLEY EQUINE ASSISTED LEARNING CENTER

Jay Muller is the founder of Grand Valley Equine Assisted Learning Center in Grand Junction, talks about who would be a good candidate for hippotherapy, developments at the facility, and, needing volunteers at Moon Farm.

February 27, 2026

Jay Muller

GRAND VALLEY EQUINE ASSISTED LEARNING CENTER

Jay Muller is the founder of Grand Valley Equine Assisted Learning Center in Grand Junction, which provides equine-assisted therapy and services for children and adults with unique challenges and disabilities.

February 25,26 2026

Michael Blevins

MESA COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE

Michael Blevins is an investigator with the Mesa County Sheriff's Office, talks about free monthly classes being offered to educate the public about scams and fraudulent activity happening in the community.

February 24, 2026

Michael Blevins

MESA COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE

Michael Blevins is an investigator with the Mesa County Sheriff's Office, talking today about frauds and scams that occur regularly in the Grand Valley.

February 23, 2026

Kathy McCoy

FACE TO FACE MINISTRIES

Kathy McCoy, founder of Face to Face Ministries discusses the Women's Conference March 6th and 7th with guest speaker Lisa Bevere at the Downtown Vineyard Church.

February 20, 2026

Josh Cook

VICTORY LIFE CHURCH

Pastor Josh Cook offers details on the upcoming Strong and Courageous Men's Conference, March 6th and 7th at Victory Life Church.

February 19, 2026

Nate Underwood

CHURCH ON THE ROCK

Church on the Rock Family Life Pastor Nate Underwood shares details about the Rock Solid Marriage Conference coming up February 27th and 28th at Church on the Rock.

February 18, 2026

Josh Cook

VICTORY LIFE CHURCH

Pastor Josh Cook talks about the upcoming Strong and Courageous Men's Conference March 6th and 7th, featuring some great food, guest speakers, and worship.

February 17, 2026

Cameron Cunningham

REVERENT RHYTHMS

Cameron Cunningham, founder and director of Reverent Rhythms shares details about the upcoming performance of "When the Clock Stops," March 5th, 6th, and 7th.

February 12,13, 16, 2026

Alyssa Rittenhouse

PROJECT 1.27

Alyssa Rittenhouse from Project 1.27 shares the mission of Project 1.27, ministering to foster kids and foster families in the Grand Valley.

February 10-11, 2026

Jim Pringle

MESA COUNTY SAFETY FAIR

Jim Pringle offers details on the upcoming Mesa County Safety Fair, February 25th and 26th at Mesa Mall, showcasing safety education with many local organizations providing hands-on and live demonstrations for children.

February 6, 9, 2026

Nate Underwood

CHURCH ON THE ROCK

Nate Underwood is the Family Life Pastor at Church on the Rock, offering information about the upcoming marriage conference on February 27th and 28th, and extending an invitation to listeners to attend.

February 5, 2026

Cameron Cunningham

REVERENT RHYTHMS

Cameron Cunningham, the founder and director of Reverent Rhythms, the local, professional, Christian dance company in Grand Junction has written a children's book, based on one of their productions..., a story of healing and hope for every child who carries hurt.

February 4, 2026

Frank DeYoung

LIGHT IN THE DARKNESS

Frank DeYoung from Light in the Darkness shares about their ministry to the homeless community, including serving a weekly meal and providing free clothing. A big clothing giveaway happens Sunday, February 8 -and it's open to everyone.

February 3, 2026

Frank DeYoung

LIGHT IN THE DARKNESS

Frank DeYoung from Light in the Darkness shares about their ministry, feeding the homeless community in Grand Junction.

February 2, 2026

Janet Young

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

The 21st Mission Fair at First Presbyterian Church in Grand Junction happens on February 15th. Janet Young extends an invitation and offers details about this year's fair, featuring local non-profits and ministries..

January 30, 2026

Brooke Derloshon

VITLANT BLOOD DONATION

After emphasizing the importance of blood donation, Brooke Derloshon from Vitalant Blood Donation explains the blood donation process and what potential donors need to know.

January 28. 29, 2026

Julie Miller

MONTROSE COUNTY HUMAN SERVICES

Julie Miller is the Program Managers for the Case Management Agency at Montrose County Human Services.  Today she provides an overview of the work of the department in regards to Home and Community Based services for children.

January 27, 2026

Ryan Stepanek

TWIN PEAKS BIBLE CAMP

Twin Peaks Bible Camp Director Ryan Stepanek extends an invitation to attend the couples retreat at Twin Peaks over Valentine's weekend.

January 26, 2026

Brooke Derloshon

VITALANT BLOOD DONATION

Brooke Derloshon from Vitalant Blood Donation discusses the importance of blood donation in the community and encourages listeners to consider becoming a blood donor.

January 23, 2026

Jennifer Richardson

MESA COUNTY LANDFILL

Jennifer Richardson from the Mesa County Landfill is back one more time with important facts to know about disposing of hazardous and electronic waste.

January 22, 2026

Jennifer Richardson

MESA COUNTY LANDFILL

Jennifer Richardson is the Solid Waste & Sustainability Division Director for Mesa County. Today she shares some basic facts about the landfill that listeners should know if they plan to use the landfill.

January 21, 2026

Jennifer Richardson

MESA COUNTY LANDFILL

Jennifer Richardson is the Solid Waste & Sustainability Division Director for Mesa County. Today she talks about how  managing waste at the Mesa County landfill has evolved in recent years

January 20, 2026

Craig Unfred

BENEFIT FOR JAY RAND

Craig Unfred extends an invitation to listeners to attend a fund-raising dinner for Jay Rand, a local man battling cancer who has been forced to shut down his business. Craig shares Jay's story and details about the benefit dinner.

January 19, 2026

Tom Noble

MESA COUNTY JAIL MINISTRY

Chaplain Tom Noble extends an invitation to listeners to attend the annual banquet for the Mesa County Jail Ministry, coming up on February 21st at First Presbyterian Church.

January 16, 2026

Tom Noble

MESA COUNTY JAIL MINISTRY

Chaplain Tom Noble shares about the work of  Mesa County Jail Ministry and the volunteers that minister to inmates at the local jail.

January 15, 2026

Brenda Bryant

PROTECT KIDS COLORADO

Brenda Bryant, a volunteer with Protect Kids Colorado offers information about how to sign their ballot initiative petitions, and how to get involved with circulating a petition in your circle of friends.

January 14, 2026

Brenda Bryant

PROTECT KIDS COLORADO

Brenda Bryant is one of many volunteers for Protect Kids Colorado circulating petitions to put three child-related initiatives on the Colorado November ballot.

January 13, 2026

Tabi Brit

MESA COUNTY WORKFORCE CENTER

The Mesa County Workforce Center is hosting workshops in January for job seekers with things like building a better resume, and improving interview skills. Tabi Brit, the Mesa County Workforce Center Employment Supervisor offers more information.

January 12, 2026

Tabi Brit

MESA COUNTY WORKFORCE CENTER

The Mesa County Workforce Center provides a number of resources to help job seekers in their job search, and to connect employers with potential employees..

January 9, 2026

Shana Wade

MESA COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARIES

The Mesa County Libraries have a special program that promotes early childhood literacy, exposing children to books at a young age - the program is 1000 Books Before Kindergarten.

January 8, 2026

Shana Wade

MESA COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARIES

Shana Wade shares about the services of Mesa County Public Libraries with eight locations serving the county in Fruita De Buque, Collbran, Palisade, Clifton, Orchard Mesa, Gateway, and the central library in Grand Junction.

January 7, 2026

Mona Highline

JOSEPH CENTER

Mona Highline, founder of the Joseph Center in Grand Junction talks about how the Joseph Center ministers to people in need who may be dealing with poverty, homelessness, and drug abuse.

January 6, 2026

Mona Highline

JOSEPH CENTER

Mona Highline, founder of the Joseph Center in Grand Junction talks about meeting the needs of homeless individuals and those struggling in life.

January 5, 2026

Ryan Stepanek

TWIN PEAKS BIBLE CAMP

Twin Peaks Bible Camp is hosting a Winter Family Camp.  Twin Peaks Camp Director Ryan Stepanek offers a description of what the camp offers for families who want to enjoy a close-t0-home getaway with great family time and ministry.

January2, 2026

Renee Pruss

COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

Renee Pruss is a dietician at Community Hospital and today offers some advice for those who are resolving to eat healthier in the new year.

December  31, 2025

Renee Pruss

COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

Renee Pruss is a dietician at Community Hospital and offers some advice and encouragement for those who are wanting to drop a few pounds in the new year.

December 30, 2025

Sherri Mendez

COLORADO STATE PATROL

Trooper Sherri Mendez from the Colorado State Patrol talks about the dangers and consequences of excessive speed on Colorado roads, and encourages motorists to use caution and drive safely in the new year.

December 29, 2025

Sherri Mendez

COLORADO STATE PATROL

Trooper Sherri Mendez from the Colorado State Patrol talks about Colorado's hand-free driving law and how CSP has stepped up enforcement of the law in it's first year of existence.