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Curt Floski, CEO, and John Lodise, Director, from Shepherd’s House Ministries, talk about homelessness, current support services, and the importance of understanding and "grace" which "changes everything.” They discuss serving a population in need in Central Oregon and the value of community support. KPOV High Desert Community Radio is a listener-supported, volunteer-powered community radio statio...

The High Desert Education Service District provides many different services for Central Oregon’s school districts, including hiring and training 1600 substitutes. AnnMarie Anderson is the recruitment, retention, and substitute specialist for for the High Desert Education Service District. She talks about the hiring process, as well as the personal rewards for substitutes. KPOV High Desert Com...

This bi-monthly Bend City Update with City Councilor Ariel Mendez in December 2025 focuses on houselessness and services in winter; affordable housing and available federal and state funds; housing permits; and community projects. To contact City Council, email: council@bendoregon.gov . KPOV High Desert Community Radio is a listener-supported, volunteer-powered community radio station that broadca...

Isn't it interesting how It's A Wonderful Life is still such a popular Christmas movie, despite being released before many of us were born? Maybe this is because the film's themes are timeless, and George Bailey's struggles are relatable. The holidays aren't merry and bright for everyone, and therapist Scott Cypress gives us some insight and tips on how to cope. KPOV High Desert Community Radio is...

Stephanie Wilcox and Jen Lee talk about how The Science of Reading has been implemented in the Redmond School District, and the resulting impact on the students, their families and the RSD staff. KPOV High Desert Community Radio is a listener-supported, volunteer-powered community radio station that broadcasts at 88.9 FM and online at www.kpov.org . KPOV offers locally produced programs and the mo...

Mary Murphy, Deputy Director of the Latino Community Association, talks about ICE in Central Oregon and how LCA meets the needs of the Latino community. Ms. Murphy explains the intention of the organization now celebrating 25 years of service, describes the array of services and events throughout Central Oregon community, and shares the success of many local partnerships. KPOV High Desert Communit...

The Central Oregon Civics Learning Project offers programs to students and teachers and teaches the value of civics to sustain democracy in our country and state. By learning ways to participate in the democratic process, students learn the value of civics in governing and policy making. More information at civicslearning.org . KPOV High Desert Community Radio is a listener-supported, volunteer-po...

The Family Access Network's Executive Director, Julie Lyche, explains how children can flourish in school and in life through FAN's quick response connection to over 100 community resources for critical basic needs through school-based advocates. www.familyaccessnetwork.org KPOV High Desert Community Radio is a listener-supported, volunteer-powered community radio station that broadcasts at 88.9 F...

The phrase "toxic positivity" gets thrown around a lot these days, but is it even a real thing? Therapist Scott Cypress gives us the lowdown on this well-intended but often misguided behavior. KPOV High Desert Community Radio is a listener-supported, volunteer-powered community radio station that broadcasts at 88.9 FM and online at www.kpov.org . KPOV offers locally produced programs and the most...

Dianna Hansen, Founder and Executive Director of the Central Oregon Disabilities Support Network, talks about the origin of the organization, services provided, avenues to access services, funding, and the wide range of community and national supporters. Listen live, listen to any KPOV show, subscribe to our podcasts, and support us at www.kpov.org . Connect with KPOV on Facebook facebook.com/kpov...

Michael Baker, the new Chief Executive Officer of the Boys and Girls Club of Bend, shares his enthusiasm for youth development programs. www.bgcBend.org KPOV High Desert Community Radio is a listener-supported, volunteer-powered community radio station that broadcasts at 88.9 FM and online at www.kpov.org . KPOV offers locally produced programs and the most diverse selection of music in Central Or...

This episode is a conversation with Program Director, Brian Kerr, about their holiday pie and side offerings available to the community, the available Associate of Applied Science Degree, the wide range of classes offered, and the value of serving on their Advisory Committee. cascadeculinary.com KPOV High Desert Community Radio is a listener-supported, volunteer-powered community radio station tha...

Gwen Jones, Community Director for the Central Oregon Health Council, explains the role of the four-year Regional Health Improvement Plan in charting the next four year course in addressing Central Oregon's collective health care challenges. KPOV High Desert Community Radio is a listener-supported, volunteer-powered community radio station that broadcasts at 88.9 FM and online at www.kpov.org . KP...

Founders of the Open Arts Center, Claire Brislin and Maija Kellner-Rhode, tell us how this organization provides a safe space for teens and adults to explore their creative sides. KPOV High Desert Community Radio is a listener-supported, volunteer-powered community radio station that broadcasts at 88.9 FM and online at www.kpov.org . KPOV offers locally produced programs and the most diverse selec...

This conversation with Executive Director Cassie Regimbal and Caring Connections Program Manager Jamie Lacore from the Council on Aging has a focus of caring for seniors in Central Oregon. Their goal is to keep seniors in our community safe, fed and connected. Those needing help with food, counseling, pet care, connection, and other challenges can be served by the Council on Aging. The contact num...

Fill Your Pantry is a community bulk-buying farmers market held annually in the fall at the Deschutes County Fairgrounds. The event typically accepts SNAP benefits for payment, but with the current funding freeze, Central Oregonians haven’t received their benefits for November. Kristin Points - Executive Director of the High Desert Food & Farm Alliance - talks about the current Fill All Pantri...

Stephen Forrester discusses his book about Richard Neuberger, a consequential but often-forgotten figure in Oregon political history. KPOV High Desert Community Radio is a listener-supported, volunteer-powered community radio station that broadcasts at 88.9 FM and online at www.kpov.org . KPOV offers locally produced programs and the most diverse selection of music in Central Oregon. Listen live,...

This conversation with Executive Director Cassie MacQueen, from the Deschutes Childrens Foundation focuses on the impact of federal reductions in needed funds to care for those in need in Central Oregon. The Deschutes Children Foundation partners with many other non-profits to serve community members including FAN (Family Access Network), local Food Banks including NeighborImpact, and THRIVE. KPOV...

Since 2022, Hearts Unknown Education (HUE) has offered free art classes for youth in a space free of judgment and where they know there is hope for the future. Nicola Carpinelli is Executive Director and co-founder. Dr. Maya Heck is an adult, child, and adolescent board-certified psychiatrist at St. Charles Health System and a member of HUE’s Board of Directors. They talk about the programming HUE...

A conversation with Bend Burlesque Company owner and performer, Ivy Devine. Claire Merydith and Ms. Devine explore the history of burlesque including the beginning of the Company in Bend ten years ago. Burlesque offers unique and various avenues of creative expression and is appropriate for all - women, men, trans, gay, lesbian. Bend Burlesque offers shows, story interpretation, dance and song. KP...

Yuliia Hryhorenko and Olena Vasylenko relocated their families to Central Oregon two years ago so that their children could be safe from war. They moved here through Uniting for Ukraine (U4U), a US government humanitarian parole program that allowed private US citizens to sponsor and help support Ukrainian refugees. They are joined by Mila Shelehoff, Executive Director of Art Sprouts and Founder o...

Ben Marsh, Co-founder and CEO, and Josh Lesco, Lead Farm Manager, of Around the Bend Farms, share about the development of ABF an the programs they have developed to help alleviate food insecurity in Central Oregon and particularly at Warm Springs. Listen live, listen to any KPOV show, subscribe to our podcasts, and support us at www.kpov.org . Connect with KPOV on Facebook facebook.com/kpovbend a...

Glenn Deveney, Regional Director of Outpatient Services for the Bend office of Serenity Lane, discusses the prevalence of alcohol and substance use disorders, the toll on the individual / families / employers and coworkers, levels of care focused on the whole person, and Serenity Lane's ongoing supports in conjunction with an individual's support system. KPOV High Desert Community Radio is a liste...

Dusty and Stacia talk about the work they do to support nonprofits in the community. They also openly share their personal stories of self-exploration of who they want to be in this world and how they connect with each other and others. They have also started a movement...YOUNI...to create opportunities where "we all can show up authentically and feel safe, celebrated and supported and experience...

This general update on the issues currently facing the Bend City Council has a focus on parking and continuing construction, including road projects. Contact City Council at council@bendoregon.gov . KPOV High Desert Community Radio is a listener-supported, volunteer-powered community radio station that broadcasts at 88.9 FM and online at www.kpov.org . KPOV offers locally produced programs and the...