Cheyrl Fox

On today's Local News Hour, host Leslie Thatcher's guests are: (5:19) PCHS parents Kathy Pratchett and Diane Livingston make the case for why they're not comfortable having 9th graders read what they say are sexually explicit novels like "The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian." Then (25:16) PC Reads Executive Director Elissa Aten and certified advocate Courtney Opdyke have details about Thursday's community event: Teaching (and Learning) Reading IS Rocket Science. Finishing the hour is (35:45) Director of Summit Land Conservancy Cheryl Fox explains the latest on the protection of Iron Mountain.

Today on the Local News Hour host Leslie Thatcher's guest include:(2:19) Interim Summit County Manager Janna Young who discusses the agenda for Wednesday's county council meeting. (21:01) St. Luke's Interim Pastor Peter Munson talks about a public presentation on his 6-Million Steps for Kids walk and (35:12) Director of Summit Land Conservancy Cheryl Fox with an update on open space issues.

Cheryl Fox, Director of Summit Land Conservancy joins the show to discuss a big announcement!

The Summit Land Conservancy is all about saving open space. But it's also a "spirited" group, with their Moonshire Party set for next week. Rick Brough…