The Future of the Kremmling Library

The Future of the Kremmling Library

[https://kffr.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Public-Affairs-3-1024x1024.png] The Grand County Library District is taking over the airwaves for a special edition of Public Affairs. Get an exciting inside look at a massive project shaping the West End of our county with Mary Ann Degginger, Executive Director of the Library District, and Emily Pederson, Kremmling Branch Manager. A HUB OF COMMUNITY GROWTH The Kremmling branch has truly become a buzzing epicenter of local daily activity. From resources and student spaces to essential community gathering points, the branch is experiencing incredible growth. Mary Ann and Emily will dive deep into how this surge in community energy has directly shaped the design and critical need for the brand-new Kremmling Library project. We will learn about the vision for the new space, what it means for West Grand residents, and how it aligns with KFFR's own parallel mission to expand and amplify voices out west. LISTEN NOW! [https://kffr.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/KFFR-PODCAST-1024x1024.png] LISTEN WHERE YOU PODCAST! Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/4QXY6j3tN9cjfap2YIH3Xx] Apple Podcast [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/kffr-public-affairs/id1817250142] Amazon Music [https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/d2ece840-19a2-45bc-a9c6-10eaf2bca4cc/kffr-public-affairs]

A Conversation with Local Artist, Odale Cress

We love seeing how history can be reinvented, and our latest guest does exactly that. This week, we sat down with longtime local artist Odale Cress to talk about her incredible new projects, her upcoming museum exhibit, and how she’s creating a brand-new platform to lift up emerging local talent. If you missed the chat or just want the highlights, here’s a look at what Odale has cooking! [https://kffr.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Public-Affairs-1-1024x1024.png] Here are the highlights of what’s coming next from her studio: * The Beaver Lodge Project: Odale is transforming salvaged wood from the historic old Beaver Lodge into stunning, one-of-a-kind art pieces. * Cozens Ranch Museum Exhibit: You can see these historical creations in person at her upcoming feature exhibit. Stay tuned for official dates! * The Retail Street Cart: To support the next generation of creatives, Odale is launching a mobile retail cart designed specifically to showcase and sell work from local emerging artists. Whether you're a history buff or looking to discover fresh talent, keep an eye out for Odale’s street cart and her upcoming museum show! LISTEN NOW! [https://kffr.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/KFFR-PODCAST-1024x1024.png] LISTEN WHERE YOU PODCAST! Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/4QXY6j3tN9cjfap2YIH3Xx] Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/kffr-public-affairs/id1817250142] Amazon Music [https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/d2ece840-19a2-45bc-a9c6-10eaf2bca4cc/kffr-public-affairs]

Cliff Challenge Festival & Building Community Confidence

[https://kffr.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Public-Affairs-38-1024x1024.png] We sat down with Yogi McGovern from Fudōshin Dojo to talk about a powerful community event coming to Kremmling the weekend of June 6th: The First Annual Grand County Cliff Challenge Festival! * What is the challenge? Learn the history behind this fitness event and why it's a staple for honoring heroes. 🎖️ [https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t47/2/16/1f396.png] * Supporting a Great Cause: Find out how this Kremmling event will directly benefit the Special Forces Foundation. * Yogi's Journey: Hear Yogi’s personal story of relocating from Phoenix to Kremmling, his path into law enforcement, and his dedication to our community. More Than Self-Defense: Discover how self-defense training does more than just teach physical skills; it builds deep personal confidence and brings diverse groups of people together. Pictured: Yogi came with a brotherhood and all were there to support him and his interview. They are also part of the Dojo and Cliff Challenge Festival in Kremmling. LISTEN NOW! [https://kffr.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/KFFR-PODCAST-1024x1024.png] LISTEN WHERE YOU PODCAST! Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/4QXY6j3tN9cjfap2YIH3Xx] Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/kffr-public-affairs/id1817250142] Amazing Music [https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/d2ece840-19a2-45bc-a9c6-10eaf2bca4cc/kffr-public-affairs]

Winter Park Film Festival 2026

[https://kffr.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Public-Affairs-37-1024x1024.png] For this week’s Public Affairs segment, KFFR hosted a deep dive into the upcoming Winter Park Film Festival, which is scheduled to take place this fall from September 10 to 13. We sat down in the studio with festival founders Parks Thomson and Connor Nelson to discuss the origin story of the event and the inspiration behind their vision. If you missed the live broadcast, the complete conversation is now available to stream on demand. During the recording, Parks and Connor shared how the core theme of resilience has heavily shaped their film selection process. They also discussed how that same resilience has helped forge a vibrant, interconnected creative community right here in Grand County. You can listen to the full archive of this interview at KFFR.org or by tuning into the KFFR Public Affairs channel on your preferred podcast platform. Stay tuned for more updates as the festival approaches this September. LISTEN NOW! [https://kffr.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/KFFR-PODCAST-1024x1024.png] LISTEN WHERE YOU PODCAST! Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/4QXY6j3tN9cjfap2YIH3Xx] Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/kffr-public-affairs/id1817250142] Amazon Music [https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/d2ece840-19a2-45bc-a9c6-10eaf2bca4cc/kffr-public-affairs]

Youth Week’s Podcast Club on Public Affairs

[https://kffr.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Public-Affairs-36-1024x1024.png] Podcast Club Spotlight: From Idea to Airwaves Did you catch the Middle Park Podcast Club on Public Affairs during Youth Week? If not, the recording is live and ready for your ears! These students took us behind the scenes of their creative process, discussing everything from: * Ideation: How they come up with topics that matter to them. * The Recording Process: Finding their voices and mastering the equipment. * Publication: The excitement of getting their stories out to the world. It is inspiring to hear the next generation of storytellers talk about the power of digital media and the work they put in to be heard. LISTEN NOW! [https://kffr.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/KFFR-PODCAST-1024x1024.png] LISTEN WHERE YOU PODCAST! Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/4QXY6j3tN9cjfap2YIH3Xx] Apple Music [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/kffr-public-affairs/id1817250142] Amazon Music [https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/d2ece840-19a2-45bc-a9c6-10eaf2bca4cc/kffr-public-affairs]