The Point on KPOV

Molly Honea, Development and Communications Coordinator for Think Wild, shares TW's mission, services, advice for handling wildlife that may be injured, orphaned, or in conflict with humans. Also, get an update on the river otter rescue from last summer and the pending construction of a marine mammal treatment and rehabilitation enclosure. KPOV High Desert Community Radio is a listener-supported,...

Heather Dion, Executive Director of CASA, tells us about this organization, how they help local foster children, and how we can be involved. She also tells us about their first annual Courtside for CASA Pickleball Classic. 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...

Ryan Houston, Executive Director for the Oregon Natural Desert Association, discusses improving protections for Oregon's wildlands in 2024 and an overview of the challenges ahead in 2025. 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 diver...

Don Senecal from Jericho Road of Redmond shares history and current services that Jericho Road offers to families in Redmond and 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. Li...

Representatives from Central Oregon Community College talk of the college's history and efforts to provide a safe and educational environment for the 2SLGBTQIA+ on-campus community. Guests: Professor Cat Finney, Librarian (Collections and Acquisitions), Dr. Buffy Stoll Turton, First Year Experience Coordination, and Ruth Vernotico, Student Program Coordinator of Diversity and Inclusion.  KPOV...

Deb McCune, Volunteer of the Year for Alzheimer's Association in Oregon, shares about her experiences volunteering for Alzheimer's Association and her journey through her husband's Alzheimer’s Disease. 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...

Donna Burklo, Executive Director for Central Oregon Villages, talks about their collaborative efforts to provide stable shelter with other Central Oregon nonprofits, and the upcoming documentary screening February 5 at OSU-Cascades in partnership with the Council on Aging of Central Oregon.  KPOV High Desert Community Radio is a listener-supported, volunteer-powered community radio station th...

Christina Cappy, founder of the Bend Language Institute, tells us about her learning center and how we can sign up for language classes.  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.&nbsp...

COCC's Nancy R. Chandler Lecture Series Coordinator, Charlotte Gilbride, and the Dean of Equity and Well-Being, Christy Walker, talk about the 2025 Season of Nonviolence presentations, the history of the Chandller Lecture Series, and the state of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Central Oregon Community College.  KPOV High Desert Community Radio is a listener-supported, volunteer-powered c...

Betsy Warriner, representing Connect Central Oregon, talks about the value of volunteering to connect with the community. She also talks about ways community members can sign up for participation in the MLK Day of Service and the types of volunteer opportunities available.  KPOV High Desert Community Radio is a listener-supported, volunteer-powered community radio station that broadcasts at 8...

Breanne Barrett, Director of the anti-trafficking at:project at J Bar J Youth Services, defines sex and labor trafficking 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...

Jenn Davis, Program Director for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Oregon, talks about the ongoing need for male mentors, with some boys waiting up to a year to be matched. She talks about the measurable benefits of a mentoring relationship, what it takes to become a mentor, and how BBBSCO works the parent and mentor for maximum benefit to the child.  KPOV High Desert Community Radio is a l...

Julie Fagan, owner of Organized and Really Living, talks about personal strategies that can help one to live comfortably through organization. She offers suggestions and tools to align behaviors with the organization of possessions, building on what is most important to the individual. KPOV High Desert Community Radio is a listener-supported, volunteer-powered community radio station that broadcas...

Walking down the KPOV memory lane with Ted Schoenborn, Mike Ficher, and Chuckaroo the Buckaroo about the beginning of the station 20 years ago, along with a brief conversation with Executive Director of KPOV, Linda Orcelletto, about KPOV and what's in store for the future.  KPOV High Desert Community Radio is a listener-supported, volunteer-powered community radio station that broadcasts at 8...

Robin Popp, Executive Director of the Hunger Prevention Coalition explains their role in supporting the direct-to-consumer nonprofits that provide fresh fruits, vegetables, proteins, and dairy to those with food insecurity 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.or...

Shepherd's House Executive Director Curt Floski, and Low Barrier Services Director John Lodise explain the services provided through the Lighthouse Navigation Center, the Redmond Center, Project S.H.A.R.E. and the mobile shower truck.  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 . KPO...

Anthony Poponi is a local comedian, motivational speaker, author, and self-proclaimed expert in human happiness. 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 sh...

Executive Director Derenda Schubert, PhD, explains the benefits of intergenerational housing communities which build connected, healthier, and measurably valuable relationships between generations through stable housing. 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 pro...

Grief is universal and support, understanding, and counseling can help someone in the grieving process.  We talked to Sarah Peterson, founder of the nonprofit Clear Mourning, about dealing with grief not only during the holidays but throughout the year. Information on the National Alliance for Mental Illness (NAMI) and available services in Central Oregon are also covered. KPOV High Desert Co...

Neil Baunsgard is Climate and Transportation Policy Manager at The Environmental Center. He visits The Point to talk about electrification - the effort to replace technologies and appliances that currently use fossil fuels with electric alternatives - and how the City of Bend is trying to reduce fossil fuel use in its buildings. KPOV High Desert Community Radio is a listener-supported, volunteer-p...

Ranae Staley, Executive Director of The Giving Plate, talks about the upcoming Jingle Store for kids in need, and Santa's Plate for families. She also talks about their efforts to provide food without stigma even as the number of families in need is growing exponentially while donations of food and money are dropping quickly. KPOV High Desert Community Radio is a listener-supported, volunteer-powe...

Lucia Barragan, Development Manager for the Latino Community Association (LCA), and Patricia Pizarro, an immigration attorney with LCA, talk about services available to the Latino Community through their organization, including legal representation on immigration issues. They also discussed their sold-out luncheon focusing on empowering families and supporting the Central Oregon immigrant populati...

Rick Russell, Executive Director of Mountain View Community Development, and Keith Wilson, a recent graduate of the Safe Parking Program, talk about Safe Parking and about living in an RV. This edition of the Wednesday Point was hosted by Louise Kaplan and Carolyn Esky. KPOV High Desert Community Radio is a listener-supported, volunteer-powered community radio station that broadcasts at 88.9 FM an...

Gwenn Wysling, Executive Director of Bethlehem Inn, discusses 25 years of transforming lives through shelter, help and hope toward the vision of ending homelessness in Central Oregon - even if it must be done one person at a time. 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...

Eliza Wilson, Director of Runaway and Homeless Youth Programs at J Bar J Ranch, provides a full overview of the comprehensive services that help stabilize at-risk youth and provide them the opportunity to have positive agency over their lives. 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 ....