Leanna Williams, Development Director for the Heart of Oregon Corps, shares about how the corps trains youth for skills they can apply to careers.
"Road Diet" Effect on Cascades Theatrical Company
Executive Director Chris Mehner and Executive Assistant Anita Fowler share how the traffic pattern changes have adversely affected the Cascades Theatrical Company this year.
Stand-in RJ (Stand In Restorative Justice)
StandinRJ was established in 2024 by a local Restorative Justice Facilitator - Emily B - who had the idea to cultivate community belonging through Restorative Justice Circles. The organization has a particular interest in utilizing restorative dialogue to engage community members who often feel left out of community conversations, while including those who have experienced harm in their communities.
Melissa Williams from Every Child Central Oregon
Melissa Williams, Executive Director of ECCO, shares about the support system for children and families involved in the foster care system.
Kai Myers from Family Access Network
Kai Myers shares how FAN helps families in need with children in the Central Oregon school districts.
Fair Housing Council of Oregon with Emily Hammond
Emily Hammond, Education and Outreach Coordinator for the Fair Housing Council of Oregon for the Central Oregon tri-county area, discusses fair housing laws.
Central Oregon Veterans Ranch with Heather Martin
Heather Martin, Executive Director of the Central Oregon Veterans Ranch, shares information about their work and plans for helping military veterans.
Jon Jones, Food Influencer
Jon Jones, food influencer and administrator of the Bend Foodies, Redmond Foodies and Sisters Foodies Facebook groups, shares about enjoying food in Central Oregon.
Alzheimer's Association Volunteer of the Year Deb McCune
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.
Breanne Barrett from at:project on Trafficking in Central Oregon
Breanne Barrett, Director of the anti-trafficking at:project at J Bar J Youth Services, defines sex and labor trafficking in Central Oregon.
KPOV Past, Present, Future and New Year Wants
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.
Comedian Anthony Poponi
Anthony Poponi is a local comedian, motivational speaker, author, and self-proclaimed expert in human happiness.
The Transition Out of Safe Parking
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.
21 Years of BendFilm
Selin Sevinc, Program Director, and Giancarlo Gatto, Executive Director of BendFilm talk about the upcoming 21st annual Bend Film Festival, what it takes to make it in the indie movie space, and diverse access to films across Central Oregon. The Wednesday Point is hosted by Louise Kaplan and Harrison McKinney.
Inside Redmond's New Library
Sonja Brandjes, Library Operations Supervisor for the Redmond Library, tells us about the new 40,000 square foot building that is nearing completion and is expected to be completed in December 2024. The Wednesday Point is hosted by Louise Kaplan and Harrison McKinney.
Plumcots and Microclimates with Tumalo Farmstand
Molly owns and operates the Tumalo Farmstand, which set its roots long before the small town's relatively recent and ongoing makeover, where she found a supportive community that loves to gather. The Wednesday Point is hosted by Louise Kaplan and Harrison McKinney.
One Man Funk Band with Aaron Elston
An interview with Aaron Elston, owner of Central Oregon School of Modern Music based in Redmond, as well as his band The Wildland Blues Band. He discusses the philosophy of his teaching practice, which focuses on adapting musical basics quickly to play in an ensemble. The Wednesday Point is hosted by Louise Kaplan and Harrison McKinney.
Redmond Tourism, Economy, and Childless Cat Owners with Keith Witcosky
Redmond City Manager, Keith Witcosky, draws on his 11 years managing the city and breaks down the current economic state of Redmond, including measures taken to address homelessness, exponentially increasing population, and the tourism industry.
What Having 50 Jobs in All 50 States Has Taught Daniel Seddiqui
Daniel Seddiqui, Youth Employement Counselor for the Central Oregon Intergovernmental Council (COIC), shares his takeaways after embarking on a 50-week long experiment where he held 50 different jobs in each of the 50 states.
From Father and Daughter to Father and Son
KPOV's own Jim Burns and his son, Holden, share their experience of what its like to grow up transgender from the perspective of both parent and child, and how it has affected their current relationship.