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EPISODE · Mar 28, 2025 · 10 MIN

News Reel: Fiery Furnace closed because of staff shortages at Arches

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Today on the News Reel, we speak with Andrew Christiansen, reporter at the Times-Independent, about Fiery Furnace, a popular hiking spot in Arches National Park, which is closed indefinitely because of staff shortages related to federal budget cuts. We also discuss the funding structure for Grand County's EMS program, which has seen declining revenue in recent years. - Show Notes - • Arches temporarily halts Fiery Furnace permits and tours due to employee shortages https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/arches-temporarily-halts-fiery-furnace-permits-and-tours-due-to-employee-shortages/ • Grand County approves $350k to temporarily stabilize EMS amid financial struggles https://www.moabtimes.com/articles/grand-county-approves-350k-to-temporarily-stabilize-ems-amid-financial-struggles/

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