The Point on KPOV

Leanna Williams, Development Director for the Heart of Oregon Corps, discusses the impactful projects completed by the 16-24 year old program participants to mitigate wildfire risks, improve waste reduction as they learn life- and career-skills in a paid environment, their 25th anniversary celebration, and graduate reunions. www. HeartOfOregon.org KPOV High Desert Community Radio is a listener-sup...

Pat Nadon from SAGE (Senior Advocates for Generational Equity) and Linda Orcelletto (representating City Club of Central Oregon) talk about an upcoming Community Conversation on food insecurity in Central Oregon. SAGE matches individuals and businesses with volunteer opportunities that support personal and professional interests and skills. KPOV High Desert Community Radio is a listener-supported,...

Redmond City Manager Keith Witcosky shares information about Redmond Airport expansion, traffic improvement plans, and events coming up this summer. 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...

Staley Micken, Development Director for the Mountain Star Family Relief Nursery, provides an overview of Mt. Star's role in the education of community and parents to prevent the abuse of children ages 0-5 years. www. MtStar.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 loca...

Neil Marchington, Chairman of Oregon High Desert Grotto, tells us about Central Oregon's caves and how we can keep them clean. 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...

Ed Weiser, SCORE Mentor, talks about the free mentoring assistance available to businesses in the Central Oregon area. Assistance is provided at all stages of business development from start-ups to business expansion and troubleshooting. Dr. Lisa Flexner, Founder/Principal of Flex Health Consulting and Dr. Laura Shepard, Founder/Principal of Time and Place Historical Research, talk about their bus...

Heidi Hagemeier, Director of Communications and Visitor Experience for the High Desert Museum, takes you on a radio tour of the biggest best kept secret in Central Oregon. www.highdesertmuseum.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 m...

Mark Montgomery is the facilitator for Central Oregon Coming To The Table, an organization dedicated to healing from racial injustice. He talks about the local group and the conversation and efforts made to insure racial equity and justice, including learning from the past, righting the wrongs, educating, and repairing the distance and separation that still exists between races. KPOV High Desert C...

Redmond City Councilor John Nielsen shares his dedication to representing Redmond residents and declares his candidacy for Deschutes County Commission. 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 Ore...

Rachel Visser (Program Education Manager) and Dru Ross (Fundraising Events Coordinator) for Kids Center discuss protective services for abused and neglected children in Central Oregon just ahead of their largest annual fundraiser, Cork and Barrel. www. CorkandBarrel.org and www. KidsCenter.org KPOV High Desert Community Radio is a listener-supported, volunteer-powered community radio station that...

Bob Newhart is the July Artist in Residence at the Bend Visitor Center. Gillian talked to Bob and Wyndee King about the upcoming July 11th Artwalk and the debut of the Art Detectives Club for kids, as well as their advice for unleashing creativity and how to get kids involved with art. You can learn more about Bob’s art at newhartist.com . KPOV High Desert Community Radio is a listener-supported,...

Spiritual coach, mentor, public speaker and author, Jacquie Elliott, talks about her memoir/book "The Silent Bully: Escaping the Grip of Abusive Brain Chatter" and how her life experiences led to personal insecurity and doubt. In her book, she writes about the importance of challenging the negative self-talk and finding new messages that lead to fulfillment, contentment, and personal happiness. KP...

Alesha Josue, Community Engagement Coordinator for J Bar J Youth Services, explains each of the programs working to improve outcomes for Central Oregon youth and the pause of their biggest fundraiser - The Oregon High Desert Classic. www.jbarj.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.or...

Aaron Switzer, Founder and Publisher of the Central Oregon publication The Source Weekly, spoke about the establishment of the paper in the 1990s, his motivation for creating a community information and news source, the importance of community, and the value of being informed about local government and policies. KPOV High Desert Community Radio is a listener-supported, volunteer-powered community...

Isabel Kiefert and Russell Simpson share the story of Around The Bend Farms - www. AroundTheBendFarms.org - and their Nourish Your Neighbor campaign including the addition of four acres in Culver that will grow to provide more fresh vegetables to the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs, local farmers markets and food pantries. KPOV High Desert Community Radio is a listener-supported, volunteer-pow...

Bend City Councilor Mike Riley gives an update on actions, proposals and issues currently facing the City Council. He also discussed resources and general information about fire prevention and warnings as we enter fire season 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 ....

The Council on Aging of Central Oregon is celebrating its 50th Anniversary on June 26th. Gillian talked to Executive Director Cassie Regimbal about the celebration as well as the critical services the council provides to Central Oregon’s aging population. KPOV High Desert Community Radio is a listener-supported, volunteer-powered community radio station that broadcasts at 88.9 FM and online at www...

The Extension Connection is a conversation with staff from the OSU Extension Service about the educational programs and research-based information that Extension provides to Central Oregon. Gillian talked to Family and Community Health Senior Instructors Stephanie Russell and Katie Ahern about summer food safety and staying hydrated. Stephanie Russell is on the SNAP-Ed State Leadership Team for Pr...

Ben Snyder, Nursery Manager for WinterCreek Nursery and Community Outreach for the High Desert Horticultural Center explains the First Annual Native Plant Garden Tour, and the benefits of adding native plants to any yard space. 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 loca...

The High Desert Food and Farm Alliance (HDFFA) believes that all people deserve "good food" and that locally sourced food nourishes the community. Executive Director Sharon Maier-Kennelly talked about the efforts of the organization to partner with local farmers and ranchers to eliminate food waste, feed those in need, connect with local food providers, and be the link to locally sourced food in C...

Rev. Dr. Steven Koski, lead pastor at First Presbyterian Church in Bend, talks about how Christian nationalists are distorting the message of Jesus Christ, which he says is a message of love over power rather than the love of power. 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...

Meagan Iverson, Executive Director for the Sunriver Music Festival, takes a look at the headline performers coming to the Festival August 2-13, education outreach, and reflects on the festival's 48-year 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 pro...

Food insecurity is a growing crisis in Central Oregon. In just six years, the need for emergency food distribution has tripled — a stark indicator of deepening challenges for local families, children, and seniors. The June 25th City Club of Central Oregon forum "Together at the Table: A Community Conversation on Food Insecurity" will explore the scope and impact of food insecurity in our region. G...

Kat Mastrangelo, Executive Director of Volunteers in Medicine, explains the vital work of providing healthcare at no charge to working adults who lack insurance and the ability to pay for it themselves. 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...

Central Oregon Addiction Specialists Helen Feroli and Brian Hodges give us some insight into substance use disorder. They tell us what addiction really is and how we can find support when we or our loved ones are affected by it. 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 loc...