Colette Boylan, Education and Outreach Coordinator for Upper Deschutes Watershed Council, talks about teaching and getting students and adults alike involved in community initiatives and has special plans for the area around the Bill Healy Bridge.
Emily Boynton from Mosaic Medical
Emily Boynton is the Senior Development Director at Mosaic Medical, a nonprofit medical provider in Central Oregon serving the medical and social needs of citizens in the community. She joined Carolyn and Jacquie to discuss the wide array of medical and social services offered through the organization, how the organization originated in Central Oregon, and future plans.
Thornburgh Resort Land Use Laws: Should it be Built?
Jacey Silk and Louise Kaplan speak to Ben Gordon, Executive Director of Central Oregon Landwatch, and Attorney Carol Macbeth about central Oregon land use laws pertaining to the Thornburgh land development. More information available at centraloregonlandwatch.org
Lindsey Provost, Founder and Director of Ember's Wildflower Sanctuary and Bunny Rescue
Lindsey Provost, Founder and Director of Ember's Wildflower Sanctuary and Bunny Rescue, shares about their 4-year-old bunny rescue operation in Redmond as well as important bunny care information.
Planned Parenthood Services and Upcoming Events
Carolyn, Jacey, and Jacquie talked with Joanna Dennis-Cook, organizational manager for the local Planned Parenthood Health Facility in Bend, OR. The conversation focused on current changes to abortion laws, services available through Planned Parenthood in Oregon, how Oregon is picking up cases from states who are restricting the right to choose, and upcoming virtual events for Willamette Planned Parenthood.
What It Takes to Serve on a Central OR School Board
Redmond School Board member Liz Goodrich talks about the often undervalued, yet very important, job of serving on your school board, what it takes to do a effective job, and the heart it takes to serve your community’s children a families as a board member.
Michael Stevens (Pema Kunsang) on Vajrayana Buddhism and Spirituality
Warning: This episode mentions suicide. Jacey Silk and Louise Kaplan speak to Michael Stevens (Pema Kunsang), founder and teacher at The Natural Mind Dharma Center in Bend, OR, about spirituality and Vajrayana Buddhism.
350 Deschutes Opposition to GTN Xpress Pipeline through Central Oregon
Diane Hodiak, Founder and Executive Director of 350 Deschutes, talks about opposition to the expansion of the GTN Xpress pipeline, which would increase the volume of gas flowing through Oregon.
Heidi Hagemeier from the High Desert Museum
Jacquie and Carolyn talked to High Desert Museum Director of Communications Heidi Hagemeier about current exhibits at the Museum, displays, community partnerships, recent awards, and upcoming events.
Redmond Homelessness Crisis Discussion with James Cook
Jacey Silk and Louise Kaplan speak to James Cook, Community Advocate for homeless in Redmond and Vice Chair of Oasis Village, about homeless issues and the upcoming forum on homelessness taking place on January 19th.
National School Choice Awareness Week
Shelby Doyle, Vice President for Public Awareness at National School Choice Awareness Foundation, shares about their National School Choice Week January 22-28.
Betsy Warriner from Volunteer Connect and Elaine Klautzsch from MountainStar Family Relief Nursery
Carolyn and Jacquie talk with Betsy Warriner from Volunteer Connect and Elaine Klautzsch from MountainStar Family Relief Nursery about volunteer opportunities available in Central Oregon on the MLK Day of Service, January 2023.
How Facing your Mortality can Lead to Living your Best Life with Cheryl Adcox
Jacey Silk and Louise Kaplan sit down with Cheryl Adcox, Registered Nurse and End-of-Life Doula, to learn how discussing death can inspire you to live your best life. More information available at deathdoulahandinhand.com.
Hanai House with Founder Kimberly Smythe
Kimberly Smythe, owner/founder of the nonprofit Hanai House in Bend, Oregon, talks about the available space offered to the community for a variety of events, workshops and presentations. She talks about her background and motivation to open this unique space in Central Oregon. HanaiFoundation.org
Mayor of Redmond George Endicott's Outgoing Interview After a Seven-year Term
Louise Kaplan and Jacey Silk sit down with George Endicott, outgoing Mayor of Redmond, to reflect on his long and eventful career from NATO to local politics.
Clothing and Supplies Drive with Luke Richter
Peace Keepers founder Luke Richter heads up a freezing weather clothing and supplies drive for Central Oregon's Homeless Community. A full 40% of Central Oregon's homeless population are working and still can not afford what's known as affordable housing. The crisis is greater than housing; it's what to do tonight in single digit temperatures. Learn where to start here.
It's time to work together to save lives.
Cascades East Transit with Derek Hofbauer
Jacquie Elliott and Carolyn Esky have a discussion with Derek Hofbauer about Cascade East Transit and services in Central Oregon.
Mistletoe with Dr. Jeremiah Dung on the Extension Connection
Mistletoe! With us today is Jeremiah Dung – Associate Professor, Plant Pathologist Oregon State University Department of Botany and Plant Pathology. Jeremiah is also Interim Director of the Central Oregon Agricultural Research and Extension Center.
Safe Parking with Pastor Rick Russell and Sierra Hopper from Mountain View Community Development
Jacey Silk and Carolyn Esky discuss the Safe Parking program as a solution to the homeless parking situation in Redmond, OR, with Pastor Rick Russell and Safe Parking Director Sierra Hopper from Mountain View Community Development.
Conversation with Raven Makes Gallery Owners about the Importance of Indigenous Artwork
Raven Makes Gallery works to educate the community about Native American culture through featuring authentic Indigenous artwork.