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Our Working Waterfront ~ 12/17/23

Join KPTZ’s Chris Bricker and his co-hosts, Port of Port Townsend’s Director Eron Berg for this month’s update, and then Chris and Port Commissioner Pam Petranek come aboard the 38ft Orca Sailing Cutter Arningali, with owner Kevin Stearns and friend Sally Harden, along with shipwright Ryan Chadwick from Cape George Boatworks. As we look around the cabin, we see superb craftsmanship and the integration of a collection of unique features from around the globe. His father’s last wish was that Kevin finish building the boat they began together over 40 years ago.  Now, we find ourselves sitting aboard a stunning masterpiece!

County Connections

(Airdate: December 15, 2023) Taylor Clark spoke with Jefferson County Commissioner Greg Brotherton as Greg took stock of what has been happening at the county in 2023 as well as looking forward to 2024. We talked about a range of topics, including the pool dialogue, local delivery tax, and even AI. Housing too.

Brewocracy Now ~ 12/14/23

Taylor Clark and John Mauro took questions (emailed in by our listeners) about the Golf Park, Discovery Road, and dark skies.
(Note: There will be no Brewocracy Now show next Thursday. Tune back in the new year, on January 5.)

#649 What Owls Know, What Humans Believe

(Airdate: December 13, 2023) Please join Nature Now host Debaran Kelso as we explore the fascinating world of screech owls! Renowned ecologist Dr. Carl Safina is our guest, speaking about his most recent book Alfie & Me – What Owls Know, What Humans Believe, which describes his family’s raising of an orphaned Eastern Screech Owl and how this changed their lives.

OWL360, part 1

(Airdate: December 12, 2023) OWL360 is an organization that invests in the young adults of Jefferson County, through a range of services and activities. OWL360’s mission is to support young adults as they seek their path to a sense of place and purpose. From leadership development to housing and health care resources, OWL360 is a place that endeavors to support sustainable independence. Missy Nielsen of Everybody Can speaks with Executive Director Kelli Parcher and Emily Abell, Pfeiffer house resident manager, about the support, resources and opportunities for growth as they move into the world. This is part 2 of a 2-part show.