Ed Fitch, Redmond City Council Member, weighs in on the current condition of Redmond City politics and the great need for immediate change for the good of all Redmond citizens.
John Nielsen on Homelessness in Redmond
John Nielsen, proactive longtime Redmond, Oregon resident, father, and business professional talks with The Point Friday Host Steve about Redmond’s current homelessness issue and what can clearly be done to return displaced families back to life as it should be, inside their own homes. John will discuss what’s clearly not being done by a majority of local government. His thoughts may surprise you.
Pet Evacuation Team with Vikki Sheerer
Vikki Sheerer, Regional Director for Pet Evacuation Team, shares the mission and work of Pet Evacuation Team in rescuing the animals of Oregon residents when they face natural disasters such as wildfire and flooding.
Central Oregon Veterans Ranch and Veterans' Issues with Alison Perry and Gary Bridwell
Alison Perry, founder and executive director of the Central Oregon Veterans Ranch, and a very special guest, Vietnam Veteran Gary Bridwell, talk about veterans’ issues and those especially applicable to Vietnam veterans.
Local Youth Juniper Rook (she/her) on the Life and Times of a Teen Activist
In 2018, 12-year-old, yes, 12-year-old Juniper came to KPOV to tell the community that she was organizing a student walkout to demand safe schools.
Juniper, now 16, and a Redmond Proficiency Academy student has become a highly effective activist. We recently profiled her again on the Point about another student walkout on gun safety and related bills in the Oregon legislature.
She also discussed her activism, history, motivation, the challenges and prejudices she faces as a young female activist, and a powerful letter she wrote to the Redmond City Council.
KPOV gave Juniper a platform to speak, she found her activist voice, and took off!
Vámonos Outside with Wesley Heredia and Eduardo Romero
Wesley Heredia, Programs Coordinator, and Eduardo "Eddie" Romero, Program Assistant, from Vámonos Outside, talk about their programs to encourage and facilitate Latinx and BIPOC Central Oregonians in getting outdoors to ski, hike, mountain bike, rock climb, and camp.
Meals on Wheels with Denise LaBuda from Council on Aging of Central Oregon
Denise LaBuda, Director of Communications for Council on Aging of Central Oregon, talks to us about the official 50th anniversary of the Older Americans Act Senior Nutrition Program. This federal legislation provides funding for senior nutrition services and helps support programs like Meals on Wheels.
The Plant Clinic and The Oregon Bee Atlas with Toni Stephan on the OSU Extension Connection
OSU Extension Connection Toni Stephan specializes in Horticulture. Our show today focuses of The Plant Clinic and The Oregon Bee Atlas. If you love nature, this show is for you! Toni is an award-winning educator and published author of many OSU Extension Service Publications.
More info at extension.oregonstate.edu.
Shakespeare in Hollywood with Raechel Gilland, Tom Kelley, and Reagan Donnell
Raechel Gilland, Assistant Director and Stage Manager at Cascades Theatrical Company is joined Tom Kelley (Jack Warner) and Regan Donnell (Lydia Lansing) to talk about the play Shakespeare in Hollywood starting on March 18.
Andrew Hoeksema from Shepherd's House Ministries Redmond Campus
From KPOV High Desert Community Radio, we talk to Andrew Hoeksema, Redmond City Director of Shepherd’s House Ministries Redmond Campus. Andrew has 2 decades of experience in non-profit work with community based & faith organizations. Today, Andrew shares observations about how the unhoused population has evolved in the last 5 yrs in Central OR, from nearly invisible to highly visible.
The Environmental Center's Youth Programs with Jackie Wilson
Jackie Wilson, Youth Education Programs Director at The Environmental Center, visits the Point to talk about the importance of getting kids out in the woods, TEC’s summer offerings for youth, and a suggestion for Gillian’s Earth Day costume.
Detecting and Treating Low Thyroid with COCC Instructor Jari Serra
Jari Serra, Integrative Dietitian, shares about a class she is teaching at Central Oregon Community College called "Detecting and Treating Low Thyroid.”
Devin Lewis, Redmond Police Chief
Devin Lewis, who joined the Redmond Police Department as Chief on January 1, 2022, discusses the Public Safety Facility Bond that will be on the May 17, 2022 ballot.
Horses on the Ranch with Darcy Bedortha
Darcy Bedortha is the founder of an equine therapy nonprofit in Central Oregon called Horses on the Ranch. She talks about how she worked to build this organization and tells some powerful stories.
Discover Your Forest with Gordon Price and Amy Jensen
Discover Your Forest Executive Director Gordon Price and Marketing and Events Director Amy Jensen share about events coming up and programs for students and adults to foster appreciation and stewardship for Central Oregon’s forests.
"Whose Streets?" with Clifford Evelyn, Redmond City Councilor
Clifford Evelyn, Redmond City Councilor, shares his insights on the movie “Whose Streets?” presented in Bend in February 2022 by the Father’s Group. Clifford points out how important remembering recent history is to better inform all people of current racism across America and how this knowledge can help us make positive change now and for future generations.
Kenny Adams, The Father's Group
Kenny Adams is Executive Director of The Father’s Group of Central Oregon. The Father’s Group was founded by several Black fathers who were concerned about experiences their children were having both in school and in the broader community. Their mission is to enhance the lives of children through education, leadership and networking, while strengthening our community, eliminating barriers, and helping them reach their full potential.
Liz Goodrich, Redmond School Board
Liz Goodrich is a courageous and outspoken member of the Redmond School Board. Elected in 2019, Liz offers her stand alone stance in support of protecting students by leaving the State Covid Safety Mandates for Schools in place and in line with current government mandates.
Wildland Fire Prevention with Thomas Stokely on the OSU Extension Connection
Thomas Stokely from the OSU Extension Service shares his vast knowledge of forestry management and wildland fire prevention. Thomas is an interesting and informative speaker who, in this show, talks about risks, management and prevention of wildland fire and what we might expect in the near future in Oregon.
Who Owns the Water? with Chuck Thompson and Susan Hess from Columbia Insight
Executive Director and Publisher Susan Hess and Editor Chuck Thompson of Columbia Insight discuss their collaboration with other publications on a series of articles on water inequality in the western United States.