Monmouth Monthly

Send us Fan Mail This month we have several guests who talk to us about some incredible events happening around town over the next couple of months. First, we meet Maren Anderson. Maren visits the pod to talk about the Academic Excellence Showcase at Western Oregon University and the Apple Box Children’s Theatre. Maren also talks about why she loves Shakespeare and how she teaches children how to...

Send us Fan Mail This month meet Matt and Heather Matz! Matt and Heather have joined forces with local volunteers to create Monmouth Celebration of Cultures. Learn more about upcoming events like AAPI, Monmouth Has Pride, and Juneteenth. Want to volunteer? They would love to have you join them! Listen to find out how.  To learn more about Monmouth Celebration of Cultures, go TO THIS LINK Learn mor...

Send us Fan Mail Join us as we chat with Aliya Borchers, a student at Western Oregon University; and Dr. Michelle Jones, a Professor of Organizational Leadership at WOU Salem. Hear about the Organizational Leadership program. Also, hear a sneak-peek into the TEDxMtHood event coming this May. And if you've ever worked in Development at Willamette University, listen for a special shoutout to on...

Send us Fan Mail This month we get to talk with Nikita Vincent and Erubiel Valladares. Nikita and Erubiel share their passion, history, and current work in farming. Learn about why this work is important, why Oregon is special when it comes to homegrown goodness, and see why we are shouting out #Vermont. Learn about the work these folks are involved in with the Cultural Harvest Farmers Collective...

Send us Fan Mail This month we chat with Tori Stutzman who is currently the President of the Monmouth Business Association (MBA). Tori talks to us about her path to becoming a business owner, the work of the MBA, Love Local in Monmouth this month, and the upcoming Accessibility Workshop on February 23. Join us in learning how accessibility can help grow your business.  To learn more about Love Loc...

Send us Fan Mail This month we welcome Patty Nevue who is the Director of the Ella Curran Food Bank. Patty chats with us about her tennis career, her pathway to Ella Curran, and a bit of history about who Ella Curran was and how she inspired a movement.  To learn more about the Ella Curran Food Bank, go HERE Learn more about the City of Monmouth by visiting HERE . Thanks for listening!

Send us Fan Mail This month we welcome back to the pod Megan Habermann Guthrie and Emily McNulty to chat with us about the time-honored tradition of the WOU Tree Lighting and recent community favorite, Making Spirits Bright. Want to participate in this year's holiday parade? Or maybe you want a sneak peek at one of Megan's horrible holiday jokes? Don't miss this episode! To learn mo...

Send us Fan Mail This month we speak to Logan Doerfler, Director of the Veterans Resource Center at Western Oregon University and third time is the charm! Logan joins us to talk about the upcoming events at WOU for Veterans Day including a week's worth of activities wrapping up with the Run 'n Ruck 5K. What did Logan think of our cool studio sound effects? You'll have to tune in to...

Send us Fan Mail We have a bonus episode this month as we welcome Annie Buse. Annie is the Drug, Alcohol, and Problem Gambling Prevention Coordinator  at Polk County Family Community Outreach (Polk County FCO). She joins us to talk about the services they provide to the community, the upcoming Tall Cop program, and how you can help support the mission of Polk County FCO.  To learn about the Polk C...

Send us Fan Mail This month we welcome the return of Monmouth Senior Community Center Director, Barbara Cronin. Barbara shares with us the incredible programs you can find every month at the Monmouth Senior Community Center. From guest speakers to classes to crafts, there is something for everyone at the Monmouth Senior Community Center. September is a special month as it is the national celebrati...

Send us Fan Mail We have a very special bonus episode this month featuring former Mayor of Independence, John McArdle and Vietnam veteran and community volunteer, Billy Whisenant. Billy and John talk to us about The Wall That Heals; a replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C.. Billy shares a story about a fellow serviceman who has been close to heart for more than 50 years.  To...

Send us Fan Mail This month we have our annual Talkin' Trash with Josh Brandt episode! Learn about what is new in the world of recycling, simple things we can do to impact the landfills, and what you should be doing with your cardboard boxes. You don't want to miss this fun and educational conversation.  To learn more about Brandts, go HERE Learn more about the City of Monmouth by visiti...

Send us Fan Mail This month we have the pleasure of talking to Smith Fine Arts Director Jessica Steed! Jessica shares with us all the exciting concerts coming up this season. You do not want to miss this gem in Monmouth.  To learn more about the season and where to buy tickets, go HERE To find out more about The Arcadian Wild, go HERE To find out more about Shara Nova, go HERE To find out more abo...

Send us Fan Mail Join us this month as we share a mega-episode with an interview with Ed Propst. Ed has been a music teacher with the Central School District since 2005 and a music performer since he was very young. He shares his road to music education, his philosophy of teaching, and some of his favorite local bands. Hear some tracks from DTW and get ready to rock at Music in the Park! To learn...

Send us Fan Mail Join us this month as we celebrate Public Works Week! This month our guests are David Karr, City Engineer at the City of Monmouth, and Darin Dornbusch who is the Wastewater specialist at Monmouth Public Works. They share with us some of the projects that have been working on; from rapid flashing beams to help folks cross Highway 99 to sidewalks to the newest gadget - the Sewer Cam...

Send us Fan Mail This month we chat with Melody Barrett and Sharon Oberst from the Monmouth Arts and Culture Commission (MAC) and Dena Jones from the Monmouth Public Library to celebrate Volunteer Appreciation Month. Sharon and Melody share with us all about the new rotating art exhibits at Monmouth City Hall. Want to join the commission or learn more about how to be a featured artist? Follow the...

Send us Fan Mail Join us this month as we talk to Roxanne Beltz, the President of the Monmouth Business Association (MBA). Roxanne shares with us ways to get involved with great community events - even if you are not a business owner! From Monmouth Music in the Park to Making Spirits Bright, there are lots of events to enjoy. Roxanne also shares information about our upcoming event - the 2nd Annua...

Send us Fan Mail This month we are excited to welcome Western University President, Jesse Peters and Vice President of Development | Executive Director of the Western Oregon University Foundation, Katie Wojke. Dr. Peters shares his favorite pieces of literature and what he says is the quintessential American novel (we’ve linked to it in the show notes!). Katie shares her road to WOU, what makes WO...

Send us Fan Mail This month we hear from Monmouth Power and Light Director, Wade Carey. Wade shares with us his road to working in the industry, his insights on hot topics in power, and how customers can save money on their utility bill. Wade also shares how someone can have a career in Power and Light. Any guesses on what he listens to on his commute? You’ll find out this month!  To learn more ab...

Send us Fan Mail Join us as we look back on Monmouth 2024 with Mayor Cec Koontz and City Manager Rochelle Roaden. They also talk about their vision for the future of Monmouth, the impact of Mayor John McArdle on the entire state of Oregon, and what we can expect as we enter 2025.  To sign up for the City of Monmouth's newsletter, go HERE To learn more about Board and Commissions for the City...

Send us Fan Mail Director of the Veterans Resource Center at WOU, Logan Doerfler and Assistant Director of Campus Recreation, Zach Hammerle join the pod this month to chat about Veterans Day activities as Western Oregon University which include the return of the Ruck N’ Run around Downtown Monmouth. Also featured, Zach talks about the many ways Campus Recreation serves the entire community.  To le...

Send us Fan Mail This month we chat with Dave Beasley from Western Oregon University. Dave chats with us about all things Smith Fine Arts, WOU Fall sports, and strangely enough, 18th Century British Literature.  To learn more about Smith Fine Arts, go HERE To learn more about Wolves fall sports, go HERE To read a transcript of this episode, go HERE Learn more about the City of Monmouth by visiting...

Send us Fan Mail Join us this month for a two-part episode featuring Amy Lemco and Marilyn Morton to talk about the spooky activities happening in Monmouth and Independence on October 4th (History and Mystery in Monmouth) and 5th (Ghost Walk in Independence); and we also have Dave Morin from the Independence Grocery Outlet to chat about their latest philanthropic effort to help support the Monmout...

Send us Fan Mail Join us this month as we welcome Monmouth Police Chief Isaiah Haines and Finance Director Susie Marston to chat about public safety fees in Monmouth. Hear from them why these are needed and what they will include. We also share ways folks can get involved in the process - from the budget committee, boards and commissions, and attending city council meetings.  For a transcript of t...

Send us Fan Mail Join us this month as we welcome the House Band of Monmouth - Tuesday String Band! The local trio talks about their influences, how they came together, and what they do when they aren’t entertaining the masses. You can hear Tuesday Sting Band for free in Monmouth on August 14th at Monmouth Music in the Park and on July 4th at the 4th of July festival in Main Street Park.  To learn...