Ed Weiser, SCORE Mentor, talks about the free mentoring assistance available to businesses in the Central Oregon area. Assistance is provided at all stages of business development from start-ups to business expansion and troubleshooting. Dr. Lisa Flexner, Founder/Principal of Flex Health Consulting and Dr. Laura Shepard, Founder/Principal of Time and Place Historical Research, talk about their businesses and how SCORE assisted them in the start-up phase and with business development.
Radio Tour of the High Desert Museum with Heidi Hagemeier
Heidi Hagemeier, Director of Communications and Visitor Experience for the High Desert Museum, takes you on a radio tour of the biggest best kept secret in Central Oregon. www.highdesertmuseum.org
Coming To The Table with Mark Montgomery
Mark Montgomery is the facilitator for Central Oregon Coming To The Table, an organization dedicated to healing from racial injustice. He talks about the local group and the conversation and efforts made to insure racial equity and justice, including learning from the past, righting the wrongs, educating, and repairing the distance and separation that still exists between races.
Redmond City Councilor and Deschutes County Commission Candidate John Nielsen
Redmond City Councilor John Nielsen shares his dedication to representing Redmond residents and declares his candidacy for Deschutes County Commission.
Kids Center's Annual Cork & Barrel Fundraiser
Rachel Visser (Program Education Manager) and Dru Ross (Fundraising Events Coordinator) for Kids Center discuss protective services for abused and neglected children in Central Oregon just ahead of their largest annual fundraiser, Cork and Barrel. www.CorkandBarrel.org and www.KidsCenter.org
Singalong For Soldiers: A local event that gets you singing, and supports our veterans
Claire and Carolyn talk with Scott Elnes, morning anchor on Central Oregon Daily News, and musician Randy Vance about their musical project The Singalong Brothers. The two play popular songs at local venues and encourage audience participation, with all shows benefiting Central Oregon Veterans Ranch. Also joining us is Heather Martin, Executive Director of COVR.
The Art Detectives Club for Kids with Bob Newhart and Wyndee King
Bob Newhart is the July Artist in Residence at the Bend Visitor Center. Gillian talked to Bob and Wyndee King about the upcoming July 11th Artwalk and the debut of the Art Detectives Club for kids, as well as their advice for unleashing creativity and how to get kids involved with art. You can learn more about Bob’s art at newhartist.com.
The Silent Bully: Escaping the Grip of Abusive Brain Chatter with Jacquie Elliott
Spiritual coach, mentor, public speaker and author, Jacquie Elliott, talks about her memoir/book "The Silent Bully: Escaping the Grip of Abusive Brain Chatter" and how her life experiences led to personal insecurity and doubt. In her book, she writes about the importance of challenging the negative self-talk and finding new messages that lead to fulfillment, contentment, and personal happiness.
J Bar J Youth Services - Seven Unique Programs
Alesha Josue, Community Engagement Coordinator for J Bar J Youth Services, explains each of the programs working to improve outcomes for Central Oregon youth and the pause of their biggest fundraiser - The Oregon High Desert Classic. www.jbarj.org
Aaron Switzer, Founder and Publisher of The Source Weekly
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.