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.
Nourish Your Neighbor with Isabel Kiefert and Russell Simpson from Around the Bend Farms
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.
Bend City Update with Mike Riley: Fire Safety
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.
The Council on Aging of Central Oregon Turns 50
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.
Summer Food Safety and Staying Hydrated with Katie Ahern and Stephanie Russell on The OSU Extension Connection
OSU 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 Programs and Training and Katie Ahern is SNAP-Ed Deschutes County Manager. Their website - foodhero.org - has a wealth of information about food safety, health, and cooking with kids.
The High Desert Horticultural Center's First Annual Native Plant Garden Tour
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.
High Desert Food and Farm Alliance - Feeding the Central Oregon Community
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 Central Oregon.
Steven Koski from First Presbyterian Church on Christian Nationalism
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.
The 2025 Sunriver Music Festival
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.
City Club's Conversation on Food Insecurity with Alayne Fardella
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. Gillian talked to City Club Board Member Alayne Fardella about the forum. More information at cityclubco.org.
Volunteers in Medicine - Medical Care for Uninsured Working Adults
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.
A Conversation About Addiction (Part Four of a Four-Part Mental Health Series)
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.
Sandra Lindsay on Be and Belong, An Open Meeting for Suicide Prevention and Support
Sandra Lindsay is the founder of Be and Belong, an open meeting providing community support for those who are struggling with suicide, who know someone that is struggling, or who have lost someone to suicide.
Save A Warrior Program and Warrior Impact Program
Toby Rey, Pacific Northwest Ambassador for Save a Warrior, and Marv Kaplan, a recent graduate of the program, talk with us about the Save a Warrior program. The second half of the show features Toby Rey, Founder, and Matt Bassitt, President, of Warrior Impact.
Nonprofit Vegetable Farming in Central Oregon's High Desert
Audrey Tehan, Founder and Executive Director for Seed to Table, the four-acre organic nonprofit farm located in Sisters, OR, talks about the transition into the summer growing season, its outreach efforts to teach students where their food comes from, and to oversee the Sisters Farmers Market. www.SeedtoTableOregon.org
A Conversation About ADHD (Part Three of a Four-Part Mental Health Series)
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Stephanie Cypress tells us about ADHD: what it is, what causes it, and how to treat it.
Caring for Drought-Stressed Trees with Jenna Deibel on The OSU Extension Connection
OSU Extension Forester Jenna Deibel talks about how to identify when our native trees are stressed and how to help them. She discusses the typical signs of drought stress and gives some insight into how juniper has spread across Central Oregon.
Rick Russell from Mountain View Community Development
Addressing homelessness in Central Oregon, Mountain View Community Development Executive Director Rick Russell discusses programs and new services coming to the Central Oregon community.
Oregon Wildland Protections vs Presidential Executive Orders
Presidential executive orders seek to unwind decades-long efforts to preserve Oregon's wildlands for biological diversity, ecological stability, recreational opportunities, and the economic benefits of tourism. The Oregon Natural Desert Association would like a word.
The Wisdom of First Foods with Dr. Drew Collins
Dr. Drew Evan Collins, ND, is a naturopathic physician, acupuncturist, artist, and herbalist. He visited The Point on KPOV to talk about his book, The Wisdom of First Foods: Exploring the Traditional Diet of Central Oregon's First Nations, and his painting that inspired it. Dr. Collins practices integrative medicine and is the owner and director of Proactive Choice.