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New Sheriff Ty Rupert shares how he is working to change the atmosphere for staff at the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office. 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, listen to...

Kecia Kubota, Executive Director for Camp Fire Central Oregon, reviews the status of its programs across Central Oregon, summer participation numbers, the upcoming 4th Annual Autumn Family Faire - and the vital element of Spark in the lives of youth. campfireco.org/ KPOV High Desert Community Radio is a listener-supported, volunteer-powered community radio station that broadcasts at 88.9 FM and on...

John Heylin shares about the tool library he has set up at the Habitat for Humanity Restore in Bend. 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, listen to any KPOV show, subscrib...

Sally Compton, Executive Director for Think Wild, goes over rescues, rehabs, and releases back to the wild for a variety of wildlife and looks ahead to the Chili Cookoff Fundraiser. www.thinkwildco.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...

Morgan Sartin, Philanthropy Manager for Partners In Care, talks about their award-winning programs including hospice and palliative care, grief and veterans support, and their events calendar including Light Up A Life and A Year To Live. www. PartnersBend.org . KPOV High Desert Community Radio is a listener-supported, volunteer-powered community radio station that broadcasts at 88.9 FM and online...

Therapist Scott Cypress tells us how practicing gratitude can improve our lives and our health. It's not easy to feel grateful for anything when times are tough, but Scott gives us some tips on training our brains to get in the habit! 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 offe...

Central Oregon Community College offers a wide array of classes to enhance one's life. www.cocc.edu/ce 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, listen to any KPOV show, subscr...

Jenn Davis, Director for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon, talks about the benefits of mentoring and their recruitment campaigns. She also talks about the 28th Annual Comedy For Kids' Sake. www. BBBSCO.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...

Healing Reins Executive Director Polly Cohen and Development Director Darrion Cotroneo talk about recent growth that's providing greater access to their equine assisted mental and physical services - and their 26th anniversary celebration, Diamonds & Dust. www. HealingReins.org KPOV High Desert Community Radio is a listener-supported, volunteer-powered community radio station that broadcasts a...

September 12th through 21st is the eighth annual celebration of Welcoming Week in Bend. Numerous community partners make Welcoming Week happen. Gillian talked to three of those partners about this Saturday’s event, Culture Jam. Kenneth Adams is the Executive Director of The Father’s Group. thefathersgroup.org Wesley Heredia is Program Manager at Vámonos Outside. vamonosoutside.org huong tran is th...

Bob Moore, Project Coordinator for COPY (Central Oregon Program for Youth), talked about the program, volunteer opportunities, and the significant role youth mentors play when working with children whose parents are incarcerated. 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 lo...

Healing Reins Executive Director Polly Cohen and Development Director Darrion Cotroneo talk about recent growth that's providing greater access to their equine assisted mental and physical services - and their 26th anniversary celebration, Diamonds & Dust. www. HealingReins.org KPOV High Desert Community Radio is a listener-supported, volunteer-powered community radio station that broadcasts a...

Penny Campbell, Executive Director of Stirrup Purpose, shares the benefits of healing therapy through equine riding. 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, listen to any KPO...

Steve McDonald, Chair of the 2025 Great Drake Park Duck Race, talks about the three Bend Rotary Clubs' process of choosing nonprofit beneficiaries, obtaining the permits and organizing the 36th renewal of this colorful fundraiser. www. TheDuckRace.com KPOV High Desert Community Radio is a listener-supported, volunteer-powered community radio station that broadcasts at 88.9 FM and online at www.kpo...

Stephanie Miller, Development Director for Saving Grace, shares how the nonprofit helps youths and adults who are dealing with abuse. Their second annual Purple Party is coming up in September. 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...

Glenda Hyde, Associate Professor of Practice with the OSU Extension Service, talks about the most requested topics from the 2025 Deschutes County Fair - Tips and Trends for preserving foods. www. Extension. OregonState.edu 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 p...

Hunter Neubauer, founder of Oregrown Dispensary, shares about the journey of opening cannabis dispensaries in Central Oregon. 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, listen t...

Audrey Tehan, founder and executive director for Seed to Table in Sisters, talks about productive Central Oregon vegetable farming from the middle of August into November and looking forward to the return of school kids from local elementary schools. www. SeedtoTableOregon.org KPOV High Desert Community Radio is a listener-supported, volunteer-powered community radio station that broadcasts at 88....

Bend City Councilor Mike Riley talks about current and future road construction projects in Bend, including a focus on safety for all community members including walkers and bikers. 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 l...

Dark Skies Board Member Chris Hill Shares about the importance of dark skies and programs he is working on with Central Oregon groups. 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,...

Eleana Fanaika, Executive Director for Every Kid Sports, talks about the last year of growth, a new partnership with Disney Jr. called Let's Play, and the Born in Bend campaign. www. EveryKidSports.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...

Gwen Bartonek is President of the Board for Pollinator Pathway Bend. She talks about the importance of creating a pesticide free corridor of native plants in urban settings to build pollinator pathways, to keep the balance of our native plant, insect, and bird world. She offers suggestions on what community members can do in their back yard to create a healthy space for pollinators. KPOV High Dese...

Emily Boynton, Senior Development Officer for Mosaic Community Health, talks about the history of community health centers dating back 60 years to the Civil Rights Era, the founding of the Ochoco Clinic in Prineville (predecessor to Mosaic Community Health), and the mission, services, and reach of Mosaic in Central Oregon today. www. MosaicCH.org KPOV High Desert Community Radio is a listener-supp...

Claire Merydith sits down with Charlie Utter, founder of Central Oregon's High Desert Music Collective. He tells us about his organization and how they support local artists. He also fills us in on some of our local live music events. 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 offe...

Noemi Arellano Summer - reporter with The Bulletin and bargaining committee member with Central Oregon News Guild - details the issues facing the union representing the staff in negotiations with The Bulletin newspaper. 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 prod...