Beyond the Headlines

Darrin Parmenter is Colorado State University Extension’s Western Regional Director and Co-Host of The Garden Guys radio show on KSUT. He previously served as the La Plata County Extension horticulturist and county director for nearly two decades. His responsibilities include coordinating the efforts of dozens of Extension experts spanning diverse disciplines and spread across 16

Dustin English is the co-founder of Voormi, an outdoor apparel company based in Pagosa Springs, Colorado. Since 2011 the company has evolved into more than just a garment company, featuring locally made textiles, technology and development. English developed the company with the goal of providing more performance in fewer pieces of gear, so outdoor guides like himself could be more

Fort Lewis College Philosophy Professor Justin McBrayer has won a Fulbright Scholarship for the second time in his career. As part of the program, McBrayer will spend a term in Italy both conducting research and teaching at the University of Genoa in Italy. The author of “Beyond Fake News, Finding the Truth in a World of Misinformation," McBrayer said the award will allow him to

Mark Daley is a Durango snowboarding legend. Known for his effervescent personality and his work building log rides at Purgatory Mountain Resort, Daley has earned nicknames like “The Dale,” and “The Logfather.” Daley is also a multiple-time USASA National Champion. He served as the Master of Ceremonies during the Natural Selection Tour Duels stop in Durango last winter.Spon

Fenceline Cider aims to revive the once thriving orchard culture in Montezuma County. Fenceline upcycles apples from local growers, no matter their size, in order to make extraordinary cider rooted in local flavors. Fenceline hosts the Montezuma Rising Music Festival on Saturday, May 26th. By Connor Shreve.Sponsored by Sky Ute Casino Resort and FASTSIGNS Durango

If you’ve been to a bike race in America, you’ve likely heard the booming voice of Dave Towle calling the action. Having worked events from the Tour of Georgia to Levi’s GranFondo, Towle has become the voice of American cycling. In this edition of Beyond the Headlines, Towle discusses his career, his love for radio, and the Durango cycling scene. By Connor Shreve.Sponsored by

Emily Hutto is an author, podcaster and craft beer industry storyteller. Her most recent project, the Radcraft Industry Relief podcast documents the pandemic-era Zoom calls she orchestrated with many beer-industry leaders, including two Southwest Colorado brewing institutions Ska Brewing and Dolores River Brewery. By Connor Shreve.Sponsored by Sky Ute Casino Resort and FASTSIGNS Du

After years of working as a CPA, Michelle Kooi made a career change with the intention of helping others. Kooi uses her experience to help women business owners prioritize getting more done. She now runs Confluence Consulting & Coaching. By Rick O’Block and Connor Shreve.Sponsored by Sky Ute Casino Resort and FASTSIGNS Durango.

Colorado has a special relationship with historic hotels. From Telluride’s New Sheridan to Durango’s Strater Hotel to the Stanley Hotel in Estes Park - among other examples. They can serve as the focal point of a town's business district, peeling back a town's history and allowing guests and residents to transport themselves back in time. An ambitious historic hotel renovation

Chef Arnold Safari has brought his blend of African Fusion cuisine to Durango for years. The most recent iteration of his culinary creativity is Chef Safari’s African Fusion Food Truck in Durango. The menu draws from Chef Safari’s Kenyan roots as well as his global culinary experience. On this edition of Beyond The Headlines, Chef Safari talks about his cuisine and his journey