Recipes we wouldn’t make again, “What about crock pot cooking?” and Linda goes apron shopping.
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Warrenton Police Chief Matt Workman provides a deep analysis comparing Nebraska with Oregon. Mac & Alana also learn all about Vernonia.
On the next Story Told, Jonathan Capehart asks the question “What about Black students’ ‘discomfort’?,” in repsonse to white discomfort regarding America’s slaving past. And from the late Thich Nhat Hanh, “At War with Ourselves.” Finally from Todd Gitlin, who also recently passed, “Does the Arc of the Moral Universe Still Bend Toward Justice?”
Red Shouldered Hawk
The United States is facing a national blood crisis, brought on by complications from the pandemic. A significant portion of hospital blood needs for patients is not being met. Doctors are forced to make difficult decisions about who receives blood transfusions and who has to wait until more becomes available. The American Red Cross is…
Grab your sweetie and learn all about St. Valentine’s Day with Mac & Alana. Plus, Alana provides a lukewarm endorsement of Arizona, Mac gives tourist advice for Kansas City & Las Vegas, and they both admit their discomfort with Cupid.
Friday, February 11 at 3 pm, ARTS – Live & Local! Carol Newman hosts: Scott Leahing with an update on Astoria’s Dots ’N Doodles Art Supplies and upcoming guest artist Don Colley. Bette Lu Krause on the four women band Oyster Crackers’ concert at the Charlene Larsen Center for the Performing Arts in…
On the next Story Told, “Lincoln’s Emancipation,” which is a piece that sees regular reuse in Michael McCusker’s repertoire, this time of year.
Astor School Kate Gohr and Counselor Chloe Hunt talk about learning for Kindergarten thru 2nd graders. 350 students are in this 1C Astoria school and excited to be learning with new friends. Hear how school is slightly different for these youngsters and how the Bond levy works.
“Winter Invite”
What is their Best Show Ever?” Mac & Alana sadly realize they will never be Jeopardy contestants when Mac puts Alana to the test. Play along at home and see if you do any better.
Friday, February 4 at 3 pm, ARTS – Live & Local! Carol Newman hosts: Cannon Beach Arts Assn treasurer Lila Wickham & FPG founder Jon Broderick on the CB Gallery exhibit “Working Shores”, the North Coast & the fishing industries. Plus a new anthology of fisher poetry and art. Musician & President Brian…
Host Donna Quinn interviews author teacher Marianne Monson, founder and President of The Writer’s Guild of Astoria. They talk about Marianne’s new novel and all things Writer’s Guild including their newly designed website, upcoming workshops and events … and the power of writing for everyone!
On the next Story Told, Michael McCusker kicks off Black History Month with an abridged “This Side of Oregon,” by Ralph Friedman.
Teresa talks with horticulturalist Amy Erfling on plant terminology, and how to set yourself up for success by understanding some basic gardening concepts.
“GBBBC”
Free Financial Advice tonight when Mac & Alana chat with volunteer extraordinaire Dan Arnoth. Plus, Mac provides free travel advice for a visit to New York City.
Friday, January 28 at 3 pm, ARTS – Live & Local! Carol Newman hosts: Artists Sally Lackaff & Roger Hayes on life and the arts in their new hometown of Detroit, Michigan. Jennifer Crockett, Liberty Theatre ED, on The Brosius Academy, acting and stagecraft classes for youth and adults; plus full steam ahead…
On the next Story Told, “Vote for Life and Liberty Pt. II,” by Michael McCusker. Also, in a similar vein, by E.J. Dionne Jr., “Giving up on voting rights now would be unconscionable.” Robert Brake chimes in and states “‘Oh Beautiful’ is my kind of America.” Finally, poetry from Jim Dott, and a eulogy-tribute to longtime Astorian artist Michael DeWaide. …
“Porcupine”
What’s your game? Astoria High School Athletic Director Howard Rub is on hand to tell Mac & Alana about his career and accomplishments. Better listen in and cheer him on!
Friday, January 21 at 3 pm, ARTS – Live & Local! Carol Newman hosts: Harriott Balmer, president of the Tenor Guitar Foundation, on TGG12 and all things Tenor Guitar. Speaker, Writer and Holocaust survivor Ruth Lindemann with her latest book, “We Chose Survival – A Memoir of My Early Life”.
On the next Story Told, the final of two parts in Michael McCusker’s original dystopian short story; a mixture of Orwell’s authoritarianism and Robert Heinlein’s warnings of theocracy to make “Evangelica 5440.”
“Winter Shore Birds”
Mac & Alana share some more stories from local Clatsop County citizens serving in the Pacific in World War II. Plus, Alana forgets a special anniversary, Mac reveals his favorite Monkee, and why he doesn’t like Popeye.
Friday, January 14 at 3 pm, ARTS – Live & Local! Carol Newman hosts: Author Tina Ontiveros with her award winning memoir ‘rough house’ & Nancy McCarthy on the Cannon Beach Library’s NW Authors Series and upcoming events. Artist Marcia Wilson with her exhibit at Bay City Arts Center focused on nature & animal portraiture….
On the next Story Told, the first of two parts in Michael McCusker’s original dystopian short story; a mixture of Orwell’s authoritarianism and Robert Heinlein’s warnings of theocracy to make “Evangelica 5440.”
Clatsop County held an online press conference about COVID trends and testing. The County is bracing for an Omicron surge. By Joanne Rideout [Scroll down to listen, script below] Judy Geiger is vice president of patient care services at Columbia Memorial Hospital in Astoria. Judy Geiger: “We’ve seen an uptick in COVID but it’s staying…
“Go Outside”
On the north side of Commercial Street in Astoria – between 10th and 11th streets – is a building housing the Beacon Clubhouse and Filling Empty Bellies. The two organizations are filling gaps in the community – meeting vital needs – but they serve and attract homeless people and that has caused concern from some neighbors….