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Grand County Matters

by John Sanderson

Interesting people and compelling stories from the people who live, work & love Grand County - Grand in personality, importance, impact, geography, history, recreation, and soooooo much more. I want to capture these stories and experiences in Grand County and share them with you. From Winter Park, Fraser, Tabernash, Granby, Grand Lake, Hot Sulphur Springs, Parshall, Kremmling and all the lakes & land in between. Online at www.grandcountymatters.com

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Episodes

  1. Art, Art Exhibits, Art Events and a Center for Creative Arts

    I think we all know that Grand County has tremendous art, art exhibits & art events. But I bet you didn't know there is a plan underway to create a new space for the Creative Arts! Today I talk with Steve Fitzgerald, Chair of Fraser Public Arts Committee & Executive Director of the Fraser Valley...

  2. Grand County EMS

    Did you know that Grand County EMS responded to 2,600 calls in 2019, and expect ongoing growth to 3,500-4,000 calls in 4-5 years? And, 56% percent of those calls are for Grand County residents, 22% are for Colorado residents and another 22% are from out of state visitors? Did you know GCEMS also...

  3. Denver Water with Jessica Alexander

    Denver Water was founded in 1918 and has built an elaborate collection system to route snowmelt to the Front Range for Denver Water customers. Denver Water began diverting water through the Moffat Tunnel in the 1930s to deliver water to the City of Denver. Jessica Alexander, Environmental…

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  4. The Story of the Granby Bulldozer Rampage

    On June 4, 2004, Marvin Heeymeyer unleashed his gigantic, armored, tank-like bulldozer upon the small town of Granby. It was an act of defiant, but misguided, revenge upon those who he perceived had done him wrong in a long series of local property disputes. Patrick Brower, author & businessman,...

  5. Trinidad: Once dubbed the "sex change capital of the world" by the New York Times

    Award-winning author, and Granby resident, Martin J. Smith discusses the little-known history of Trinidad, Colorado, and his new book, Going to Trinidad. Once dubbed the "sex change capital of the world" by the New York Times, Trinidad was known to the worldwide transgender community between 1969...

  6. Huts, Water & Local Government with Andy Miller

    President, Upper Colorado River Watershed Group Founder & Project Manager, Grand Huts Association Town of Fraser Trustee Join us for a wide-ranging discussion on water to huts to development and learn some interesting details: Grand County has 300 miles of impaired streams & rivers WRT Water...

  7. Kirk Klancke - President, Colorado Headwaters Chapter, Trout Unlimited

    Let's talk about water! Kirk and I discuss the challenges with stream health in Grand County. We cover a wide range of topics, including the history of water diversion, the chronology of water projects including the Grand Ditch, the Moffat Tunnel, the Three Lakes Project and the Windy Gap…

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  8. Grand Crew program for at-risk High School students in Grand County

    Maggie Michalowski, Grand Crew Program Coordinator at Middle Park High School, along with Sam Taylor, a student in the Grand Crew program. Grand Crew is designed to help at-risk students who may be struggling in the traditional education process. The program tailor’s education to individuals with...

  9. Cori Sanders - 5th Generation Fraser Family

    Cori Sanders shares her story as a 5th generation Grand County family. Having grown up as a resort kid, Cori and her family face the same seasonal employment challenges many Grand County residents face today, dubbed the Seasonal Syndrome. Descended from Swedish homesteaders in the early 1900's,...

  10. Patrick Brower - Grand Enterprise Initiative

    Patrick Brower is the Enterprise Facilitator for the Grand Enterprise Initiative and has lived in Grand County for most of his adult life. Patrick is passionate about building a strong future for Grand County by supporting local business owners. His role is to support the development of new and...

  11. Brian Werner - Northern Colorado Water Conservancy District

    Have you ever wondered what happens to all the water in the reservoirs and lakes in Grand County? What is it for? Where does it go? Who manages it? In 1937, the Northern Colorado Water Conservancy District was created to jointly operate and maintain the federally-owned Colorado-Big Thompson...

  12. Rami Carter - Strawberry Creek Ranch

    Rami & I discuss Strawberry Creek Ranch - event venue, horse boarding facility, working ranch, and much more. We review a little history of the venue and discuss the incredible beauty of the property. Unlike the big fancy wedding venues; Strawberry Creek has a Bridal Cabin rather than a Bridal...

  13. Tara Sharp - Kremmling Area Chamber of Commerce

    Tara Sharp, Executive Director of the Kremmling Area Chamber of Commerce, shares her love for Kremmling, the tremendous sense of community among residents, as well as the many and varied recreation opportunities in the area. We also discuss our shared love of Saint Bernards! Listen to all the...

  14. Brett Schroetlin - Grand County Sheriff

    Brett D. Schroetlin is the Sheriff of Grand County. Sheriff Schroetlin was sworn into office in January 2015 and is now in his second term. Grand County home to over 15,000 year around residents, thousands of second homeowners, and visited by over 2 million people annually. Sheriff Schroetlin is…

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  15. Tom Carey - Winter Park Ski Education Foundation

    Tom shares his unique journey to Grand County and some great history of Nordic ski jumping in Grand County. Primarily, however, we discuss the Winter Park Ski Education Foundation (WPSEF) which was established in 1987 as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. The foundation was formed to: Support…

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  16. Catherine Ross - Winter Park & Fraser Chamber

    Catherine Ross, Executive Director of the Winter Park & Fraser Chamber of Commerce There is more to the Chamber than great events and concerts in the park... Catherine shares the purpose of the Winter Park & Fraser Chamber is to support, promote and increase business opportunities for its members...

  17. Julie Martin - Granby Recreation Department

    Julie Martin, Recreation Director for the Town of Granby The Granby Recreation Department offers all sorts of programs, including youth and adult sports, youth day camp, adult enrichment and fitness classes, special events and preschool programs with only 3 full time staff! Did you know the Rec…

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  18. Tony Rosacci - Eagle Wind Sound Recording Studio

    Eagle Wind Sound is a full-service recording studio located in Winter Park which combines professional top-of-the-line equipment, decades of recording experience and a breathtakingly inspirational environment. Owner & Co-Founder, Tony Rosacci, is an artist/producer and understand the importance…

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  19. Helen Sedlar - Mountain Family Center

    Mountain Family Center has been serving the people of Grand County for 42 years. Originally started by a handful of volunteers who simply wanted to help their neighbors, the Mountain Family Center is now a central distribution system for food, clothing, financial assistance and special services…

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  20. Emma Trainor - Sky Hi News

    Emma Trainor, Publisher of the Sky-Hi News, shares the inside details on the Sky-Hi News, the relationship with Colorado Mountain News Media, the many publications offered as well as services related to digital media & marketing for small business. In addition to Emma’s path to Grand County, we...

  21. Meara McQuain - Headwaters Trails Alliance

    Meara moved to Grand County over 15 years ago after exploring many communities in Colorado after spending her summers in Estes Park as a child. Meara joined HTA in 2014 after working for over 20 years in the non-profit sector. Working for HTA allows Meara to pair her education in ecology and...

  22. Schelly Olson - Grand Fire Protection District 1

    Schelly Olson, a fulltime Grand Lake resident for the past 16 years, wears many hats. Her day job is the Assistant Chief of Administration & Community Risk Reduction at Grand Fire Protection District. Her side gig is acting as a Public Information Officer on wildland fires across the country.…

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  23. Santa Claus - Exclusive Christmas Morning Interview

    Much to our surprise; Santa called into the show Christmas morning immediately following his big night delivering presents. Although we only had the chance to chat for about 15 minutes, Santa shares a few interesting facts about his workout routine, reindeer food and some insider information on…

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  24. Shanne Ganne - Grand County Historical Association

    I had a great conversation with Shanna Ganne, Executive Director of the Grand County Historical Association. Did you know Grand County is home to 4 museums and gift shops featuring local history? Not only that; did you know there used to be a mining town and an airstrip at the bottom of Lake...

  25. Miranda Fisher - KRKY Ski Country Radio & The Lift FM

    New on Grand County Matters: Miranda Fisher, General Manager of Always Mountain Time, operators of The Lift FM & KRKY Ski Country Radio. Miranda shares her history, her journey to Always Mountain Time and her love for broadcasting & media. We cover the mountain lifestyle, the role of radio in...

  26. Glen Trainor, Chief of Police, Fraser Winter Park Police

    Glen Trainor, Chief of Police, Fraser Winter Park Police Department, grew up in Buena Vista where his family homesteaded land back in the 1880s. Glen walks us through his path to becoming the Chief of Police, what it takes to police a resort town, the effects of Covid-19 on community outreach and...

  27. Rachel Sanderson - Growing up in Grand County

    Updated: Rachel Sanderson and I discuss growing up in Grand County, learning to ski, leaving a small town for the big city, politics & social issues, the definition of community and what makes Grand County special. #GrandCountyMatters www.grandcountymatters.com or wherever you get your podcasts!...

  28. Jayson Harris - Green Spaces coworking & The Perk

    Jayson Harris discusses the origins of Green Spaces coworking and The Perk coffee shop, located at Hideaway Station in downtown Winter Park. #GrandCountyMatters www.grandcountymatters.com or wherever you get your podcasts! #GrandCountyMatters #JohnSandSays Sanderson Commercial Real Estate The…

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  29. Megan Ledin - The Grand Foundation

    Megan Ledin, Executive Director of the Grand Foundation, discusses the storied history and broad reach of the Grand Foundation, Covid relief funding, the Grand County Wildfire Relief Fund, and the future of the Grand Foundation. www.grandcountymatters.com or wherever you get your podcasts!...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Interesting people and compelling stories from the people who live, work & love Grand County - Grand in personality, importance, impact, geography, history, recreation, and soooooo much more. I want to capture these stories and experiences in Grand County and share them with you. From Winter Park, Fraser, Tabernash, Granby, Grand Lake, Hot Sulphur Springs, Parshall, Kremmling and all the lakes & land in between. Online at www.grandcountymatters.com

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John Sanderson

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